Hindustan Zinc Limited announced the appointment of M/s M S K A & Associates LLP as its new statutory auditors for a five-year term, following a board meeting held on April 24, 2026. The decision was made on the recommendation of the company's Audit & Risk Management Committee and is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.

Regulatory Filing and Compliance

The company has filed the necessary disclosures under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, with both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The official communication was signed by Aashhima V Khanna, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, ensuring full regulatory compliance.

Auditor Transition Details

The appointment comes as the second term of the current statutory auditors, M/s S.R. Batliboi & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 301003E/E300005), concludes at the end of the 60th Annual General Meeting. The board has approved M/s M S K A & Associates LLP (formerly known as M S K A & Associates), Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 105047W/W101187), to take over the statutory audit responsibilities.

About the New Auditors

M/s M S K A & Associates LLP brings substantial experience to the role, having been established in 1978. The firm is registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and the PCAOB (US Public Company Accountancy Oversight Board), demonstrating its capability to handle complex audit requirements.

The audit firm maintains a significant presence across India with offices in 12 cities including Mumbai, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Goa, Pune, Bengaluru, Kochi, Hyderabad, and Coimbatore. The firm holds a valid peer review certificate, ensuring compliance with professional standards.

Service Capabilities and Experience

M/s M S K A & Associates LLP provides comprehensive professional services to its clients, with the firm's Audit and Assurance practice having developed significant experience across various industries, markets, and geographies. This positions the firm well to serve Hindustan Zinc's diverse business operations.

The appointment represents a strategic decision by Hindustan Zinc to engage experienced auditors who can support the company's continued growth and ensure robust financial reporting standards. The five-year term provides stability and continuity in the audit process, subject to final approval by shareholders at the upcoming AGM.

Hindustan Zinc has launched a dedicated shareholders portal for Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) documentation related to its 1st interim dividend for Financial Year 2026-27. The company announced the portal creation on April 24, 2026, providing shareholders with a streamlined process for TDS-related submissions.

Dividend and TDS Portal Details

The company has recommended a dividend of ₹11 per share and simultaneously created a comprehensive digital platform to handle TDS documentation. The portal is accessible through the company's official website under the 'Investors' tab.

TDS Documentation Process

Shareholders seeking lower TDS deduction or no TDS deduction on the interim dividend must upload requisite documents through the dedicated portal. The company has set a strict deadline of Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM for all submissions. Any documents received after this deadline will not be considered for TDS benefits.

The portal link is available at shareholderportal.hzlmetals.com, providing direct access for eligible shareholders to submit their documentation.

Corporate Communication

The announcement was made through official communication to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Aashhima V Khanna signed the communication, emphasizing the company's commitment to transparent shareholder services and efficient dividend distribution processes.

This initiative demonstrates Hindustan Zinc's focus on digital transformation in shareholder services while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements for dividend distribution and tax deduction procedures.