Gokul Agro Resources appoints independent director and reconstitutes board committees
Gokul Agro Resources appointed Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director for five years effective June 8, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. The Board also approved the reconstitution of its committees effective from June 9, 2026, to ensure continued governance. Mr. Jadav, a distinguished civil engineer and former Secretary of the Water Resources Department, Government of Gujarat, brings over 44 years of experience in infrastructure development and public administration. He is currently serving as Vice President at LCC Projects Limited.

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Gokul Agro Resources appointed Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director for a period of five years effective June 8, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. The Board also approved the reconstitution of its committees effective from June 9, 2026, to ensure continued governance. Mr. Jadav, a distinguished civil engineer and former Secretary of the Water Resources Department, Government of Gujarat, brings over 44 years of experience in infrastructure development and public administration. He is currently serving as Vice President at LCC Projects Limited.
The Board approved a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Rajesh Chhaganbhai Tarpara, Ms. Pritha Dev, and Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav as Non-Executive Independent Directors for five years. Mr. Jadav's appointment is effective from June 8, 2026, while the appointments of Mr. Tarpara and Ms. Dev are effective from May 15, 2026. Additionally, Dr. Pritha Dev was appointed as a Director of Riya International Pte. Ltd., a material step-down subsidiary of the company.
Committee Composition Post-Reconstitution
The composition of the key committees following the changes is detailed below:
Stakeholder Relationship Committee
| SRN | Name | Designation | Position in Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. Sujit Gulati | Independent Director | Chairperson |
| 2. | Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav | Independent Director | Member |
| 3. | Mr. Dipakkumar Kanubhai Thakkar | Executive Director | Member |
Audit Committee
| SRN | Name | Designation | Position in Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. Rajesh Chhaganbhai Tarpara | Independent Director | Chairperson |
| 2. | Dr. Pritha Dev | Independent Director | Member |
| 3. | Mr. Sujit Gulati | Independent Director | Member |
| 4. | Mr. Jayesh Kanubhai Thakkar | Joint Managing Director | Member |
Nomination & Remuneration Committee
| SRN | Name | Designation | Position in Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Pritha Dev | Independent Director | Chairperson |
| 2. | Mr. Rajesh Chhaganbhai Tarpara | Independent Director | Member |
| 3. | Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav | Independent Director | Member |
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
| SRN | Name | Designation | Position in Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. Kanubhai Jivatram Thakkar | Chairman & Managing Director | Chairperson |
| 2. | Mr. Jayesh Kanubhai Thakkar | Joint Managing Director | Member |
| 3. | Mr. Manharbhai Kurjibhai Jadav | Independent Director | Member |
Risk Management Committee
| SRN | Name | Designation | Position in Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mr. Dipakkumar Kanubhai Thakkar | Executive Director | Chairperson |
| 2. | Mr. Kanubhai Jivatram Thakkar | Chairman & Managing Director | Member |
| 3. | Mr. Jayesh Kanubhai Thakkar | Joint Managing Director | Member |
| 4. | Mr. Hiteshkumar Tarachand Thakkar | Chief Executive Officer and Whole Time Director | Member |
| 5. | Mr. Rajesh Chhaganbhai Tarpara | Independent Director | Member |
To facilitate the appointment of new directors, the Board appointed CS Chirag Shah and CS Raimeen Maradiya of M/s Chirag Shah & Associates as scrutinizers. National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) was engaged as the e-voting service provider to ensure a fair voting process.
Historical Stock Returns for Gokul Agro Resources
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.09% | -1.36% | -3.75% | +20.41% | +59.49% | +936.49% |
How will Mr. Jadav's extensive background in infrastructure and public administration influence Gokul Agro Resources' strategic direction?
What specific governance improvements or policy changes are expected following the reconstitution of the board committees?
How might the appointment of Dr. Pritha Dev as a Director of Riya International Pte. Ltd. impact the operations of this material step-down subsidiary?






























