Jagran Prakashan re-appoints directors for five years at 50th AGM
- Jagran Prakashan re-appointed four whole-time directors and continued one non-executive director for a five-year term starting October 1, 2026
- All eight resolutions at the 50th AGM were passed, including the adoption of FY26 audited financial statements
- Promoter shareholders voted unanimously in favor of all resolutions, casting over 149 million votes each
- Public institutional investors showed dissent on specific director re-appointment resolutions, with approximately 92% against Resolutions 2 and 3

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Jagran Prakashan concluded its 50th Annual General Meeting on September 18, 2026, approving the re-appointment of four whole-time directors and the continuation of one non-executive director for a further five-year term. The company also secured approval for its audited financial statements for FY26.
The meeting was held via video conferencing in compliance with regulatory norms, commencing at 12:30 pm and ending at 1:52 pm. KFin Technologies Limited served as the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, while Mr. Adesh Tandon acted as the scrutinizer.
Director Appointments and Tenure
Members approved the re-appointment of Mr. Dhirendra Mohan Gupta, Mr. Sunil Gupta, Mr. Sanjay Gupta, and Mr. Shailesh Gupta as Whole-time Directors (WTDs) effective from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031. Additionally, Mr. Mahendra Mohan Gupta was approved to continue as a Non-Executive Director for the same period.
| Director Name | Role | Term Duration | Rotation Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhirendra Mohan Gupta | Whole-time Director | Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2031 | Liable to retire by rotation |
| Sunil Gupta | Whole-time Director | Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2031 | Liable to retire by rotation |
| Sanjay Gupta | Whole-time Director | Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2031 | Not liable to retire by rotation |
| Shailesh Gupta | Whole-time Director | Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2031 | Not liable to retire by rotation |
| Mahendra Mohan Gupta | Non-Executive Director | Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2031 | Not liable to retire by rotation |
Mr. Dhirendra Mohan Gupta, aged 82, brings over 60 years of experience in the print media industry and is associated with the company since inception. Mr. Sunil Gupta, aged 64, holds commerce degrees and has over 40 years of experience, serving as a director since 1993. Mr. Sanjay Gupta, aged 63, has over 40 years of experience and has been a director since 1993. Mr. Shailesh Gupta, aged 57, has over 35 years of experience and has been a director since 1994.
Mr. Mahendra Mohan Gupta, aged 85, continues as Non-Executive Chairman. He previously served as Chairman and Managing Director until October 1, 2023. He holds a bachelor's degree in Commerce and has over 65 years of experience in the print media industry.
Voting Outcomes
All eight resolutions were passed with the requisite majority. A total of 48 members or authorized representatives attended physically or virtually, while 229 members voted through remote e-voting. The quorum was present as per Section 103 of the Act.
Promoter and Promoter Group shareholders voted unanimously in favor of all resolutions, casting over 149 million votes each time. Public institutional investors showed dissent on director re-appointment resolutions, voting against Resolutions 2 and 3 by approximately 92% of their polled votes.
| Resolution | Description | Votes In Favour (%) | Votes Against (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoption of Financial Statements (FY26) | 99.69% | 0.31% |
| 2 | Re-appointment of Dhirendra Mohan Gupta (Rotation) | 93.21% | 6.79% |
| 3 | Re-appointment of Devendra Mohan Gupta (Rotation) | 93.21% | 6.79% |
| 4 | Re-appointment of Dhirendra Mohan Gupta (WTD) | 93.87% | 6.13% |
| 5 | Re-appointment of Sunil Gupta (WTD) | 93.87% | 6.13% |
| 6 | Re-appointment of Sanjay Gupta (WTD) | 93.87% | 6.13% |
| 7 | Re-appointment of Shailesh Gupta (WTD) | 93.15% | 6.85% |
| 8 | Continuation of Mahendra Mohan Gupta (Non-Exec) | 94.69% | 5.31% |
Management Present
Non-Executive Chairman Mahendra Mohan Gupta presided over the meeting. Other whole-time directors present included Dhirendra Mohan Gupta, Sunil Gupta, Sanjay Gupta, Sandeep Gupta, Shailesh Gupta, and Satish Chandra Mishra. Independent directors Anita Nayyar, Arun Anant, Divya Karani, Hormusji N. Cama, Kemisha Soni, Pramod Agarwal, Shaalin Tandon, and Shailendra Swarup also attended.
Historical Stock Returns for Jagran Prakashan
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.65% | +0.56% | +0.71% | +1.80% | -13.51% | -1.25% |
What specific governance concerns led public institutional investors to vote against the re-appointment of directors, and will management address these dissenting views in future communications?
How does the advanced age of key leadership, particularly Chairman Mahendra Mohan Gupta (85) and Director Dhirendra Mohan Gupta (82), impact the company's long-term succession planning and strategic agility?
Given the shift to digital media, what strategic initiatives has Jagran Prakashan outlined for the next five years to justify the continued tenure of its current board?


































