GNFC Executive Director retires, Chief Manager exits
Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited announced the cessation of Executive Director Shri Pankaj K. Purohit and Chief Manager Shri Rikesh I. Patel effective May 31, 2026. Purohit retired, while Patel's contract concluded.

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Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers & Chemicals Limited announced the cessation of two senior management personnel effective May 31, 2026, impacting its executive leadership and legal secretarial functions. The company disclosed that Executive Director Shri Pankaj Kanaiyalal Purohit retired from his services, while Shri Rikesh Ishwarbhai Patel, Chief Manager – Legal & Secretarial, exited following the conclusion of his employment contract. These changes were communicated to the stock exchanges in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The filing detailed the specific reasons for the departure of both officials. Shri Pankaj K. Purohit's cessation was attributed to retirement, marking the end of his tenure as Executive Director. Simultaneously, the services of Shri Rikesh I. Patel were terminated upon the conclusion of his contract of employment. The company confirmed that both departures took effect on the same date, May 31, 2026.
The disclosures were submitted in accordance with the requirements outlined in the SEBI Master Circular. The circular, referenced as HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026, was issued on July 11, 2023, and last updated on January 30, 2026. The company provided the necessary details in Annexure – A to ensure full transparency regarding the changes in its senior management structure.
Management Changes
The following table summarizes the details of the personnel changes as disclosed by the company:
| Sr. No. | Name | Designation | Reason for Change | Date of Cessation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Shri Pankaj K. Purohit | Executive Director | Retirement | May 31, 2026 |
| 2. | Shri Rikesh I. Patel | Chief Manager – Legal & Secretarial | Conclusion of the Contract of employment | May 31, 2026 |
The company confirmed that no brief profiles or relationship disclosures were required for these cessations, as the regulations mandate such details primarily for new appointments. The notification was signed by Rajesh Pillai, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, on behalf of gujarat narmada valley fert & chem .
Historical Stock Returns for Gujarat Narmada Valley Fert & Chem
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.74% | -2.34% | +7.18% | +0.13% | -6.05% | +36.30% |
Who will be appointed to fill the vacancy left by the Executive Director, and how will this impact strategic direction?
Will the departure of the Chief Manager – Legal & Secretarial lead to any delays in ongoing compliance or regulatory proceedings?
What is the timeline for announcing the succession plan, and will it involve internal promotions or external hires?


































