GHCL Textiles Limited Announces Postal Ballot Results for Independent Director Appointment
GHCL Textiles Limited officially declared postal ballot results confirming Mr. Alok Raj's appointment as Independent Director with overwhelming 99.97% shareholder approval. The company conducted the process through CDSL's e-voting platform with 34,704,375 valid votes cast, demonstrating strong support across all categories including unanimous approval from promoter and institutional investors.

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GHCL Textiles Limited has officially declared the results of its postal ballot process, confirming the appointment of Mr. Alok Raj, IRS (Retd.) as Independent Director with overwhelming shareholder support. The company announced on March 13, 2026, that the special resolution has been approved with requisite majority, with the resolution deemed passed on March 12, 2026.
Postal Ballot Results and Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot process was conducted in accordance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company utilized the e-voting platform provided by Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) for the voting process.
| Voting Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Shareholders (Cut-off date): | 63,370 |
| Cut-off Date: | February 06, 2026 |
| E-voting Period: | February 11, 2026 to March 12, 2026 |
| Total Valid Votes Cast: | 34,704,375 |
| Votes in Favor: | 34,693,549 |
| Approval Percentage: | 99.97% |
Category-wise Voting Results
The postal ballot witnessed strong participation across all shareholder categories, with unanimous support from promoter and institutional investors. The detailed voting results demonstrate broad-based approval for the appointment.
| Category: | Shares Held | Votes Polled | Polling % | Votes in Favor | Approval % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promoter and Promoter Group: | 18,314,536 | 18,297,958 | 99.91% | 18,297,958 | 100.00% |
| Public Institutions: | 18,371,055 | 14,007,973 | 76.25% | 14,007,973 | 100.00% |
| Public Non-Institutions: | 58,900,195 | 2,398,444 | 4.07% | 2,387,618 | 99.55% |
Director Profile and Appointment Terms
Mr. Alok Raj brings extensive experience in government service and international affairs to the company's board. The appointment is effective from April 01, 2026, for a period of five years.
| Appointment Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Mr. Alok Raj (DIN: 10390709) |
| Date of Birth: | August 15, 1962 |
| Appointment Date: | April 01, 2026 |
| Term Duration: | Five years |
| Educational Background: | Postgraduate from Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi |
| Service Background: | 1988 batch IRS (C&IT) officer |
Mr. Raj has worked across various departments of State Government and Government of India, with extensive experience spanning the Department of Revenue, Cabinet Secretariat, and Ministry of External Affairs. He has dealt with international affairs for over two decades, serving in Indian Embassies at senior levels including as Minister. He is also a recipient of the prestigious civilian Gallantry award conferred by the Prime Minister.
Scrutinizer Report and Process Details
CS Manoj R. Hurkat (Membership No. F4287) was appointed as the scrutinizer to ensure fair and transparent conduct of the e-voting process. The scrutinizer's report confirmed the validity of the voting process and results.
| Process Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Scrutinizer: | CS Manoj R. Hurkat (FCS 4287, CP 2574) |
| E-voting Platform: | CDSL (evotingindia.com) |
| Total E-ballots Received: | 291 |
| Total Shares Voted: | 34,705,172 |
| Valid Votes Utilized: | 34,704,375 |
| Postal Ballot Notice Dispatched: | 60,615 equity shareholders |
The postal ballot notice was dispatched to equity shareholders whose email IDs were available. Public notices were published in "Business Line," "The Economic Times - Ahmedabad edition" (English), and "Financial Express" (Gujarati) on February 11, 2026, as required under regulatory provisions.
Regulatory Declarations
The appointment process was conducted in accordance with Sections 108 and 110 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Rules 20 and 22 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014. The company confirmed that Mr. Raj is not debarred from holding directorship by SEBI, MCA, or any other authority, as per BSE and NSE circulars dated June 20, 2018. Mr. Raj does not hold directorship in any other company and does not hold any shares in GHCL Textiles Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for GHCL Textiles
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.21% | -1.90% | -7.83% | -8.06% | -8.99% | +4.93% |

































