Havells clarifies re-appointment of independent directors
Havells India clarified the re-appointment of Independent Directors Smt. Namrata Kaul and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram for a second five-year term at the 43rd AGM on June 19, 2026. The company stated the move complies with regulations following their initial tenure approved in 2021.
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Havells India Limited has issued a clarification regarding the re-appointment of two Independent Directors proposed for its upcoming 43rd Annual General Meeting (AGM). The update addresses concerns raised by Proxy Advisory Firms concerning the tenure of Smt. Namrata Kaul and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram, whose re-appointment is scheduled for a vote on June 19, 2026. The company confirmed that the proposed second term of five years is in compliance with relevant regulations.
The clarifications were submitted in response to specific queries about the total tenure exceeding ten years for the directors. The company explained that the initial appointments were approved by shareholders via Special Resolutions during the AGM held on June 30, 2021. These first terms were set to run from the date of that AGM until the conclusion of the AGM to be held in the calendar year 2026.
The current proposal seeks approval for a second term commencing from the date of the ensuing AGM on June 19, 2026. The company emphasized that the re-appointment for a further five years upon the expiry of the first term adheres to regulatory standards.
The following table details the resolutions and the company's response to the clarifications sought:
| Resolution | Clarifications sought by Proxy Advisors | Company's Clarification |
|---|---|---|
| 11. Re-appointment of Smt. Namrata Kaul (DIN: 00994532) as an Independent Director for a Second Term | Proposed appointment for five years would lead to total tenure of more than 10 years as ID. | Shareholders approved the appointment of Smt Namrata Kaul and Shri Ashish Bharat Ram as Independent Directors for a First Term beginning from the date of AGM held in 2021 upto the conclusion of the AGM to be held in the calendar year 2026. |
| 12. Re-appointment of Shri Ashish Bharat Ram (DIN: 00671567) as an Independent Director for a Second Term | The present proposal seeks Shareholders' approval for re-appointment for a Second Term of 5 years beginning from the date of ensuing AGM (June 19, 2026). Re-appointment is in compliance with relevant regulations. |
The filing was made to the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. and BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Sanjay Kumar Gupta, Company Secretary, signed the disclosure on June 10, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Havells
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.22% | -1.05% | -6.17% | -17.71% | -26.91% | +13.47% |
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