JSW Dulux Independent Director Hemant Sahai steps down after second term
JSW Dulux Limited confirmed that Hemant Sahai ceased to be an Independent Director on August 2, 2026, upon completion of his maximum permissible tenure. The filing disclosed his exit from all board committees and provided the updated composition of the Board and its committees, ensuring continued regulatory compliance.

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JSW Dulux Limited announced that Hemant Sahai ceased to be an Independent Director on August 2, 2026, marking the end of his consecutive second term on the Board. The departure is a routine succession event following the completion of the maximum permissible tenure for independent directors under corporate governance norms.
The intimation was filed with the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) on August 3, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The filing references SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024, as updated by SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.
Sahai’s cessation from the Board also resulted in his exit from all associated Board committees effective end of day on August 2, 2026. His previous committee positions included:
| Committee | Position Held |
|---|---|
| Audit Committee | Member |
| Nomination and Remuneration Committee | Member |
| Risk Management Committee | Chairman |
| Stakeholders Relationship Committee | Chairman |
The updated composition of the Board and its committees remains unchanged for other directors. Parth Jindal continues as Chairman, while Rajiv Rajgopal serves as Joint Managing Director and CEO. Krishna Rallapalli continues as Wholetime Director and CFO, and Rohit G Totla serves as Wholetime Director.
The remaining Independent Directors are Anil Chaudhry, Namrata Kaul, Shantanu M Khosla, and Sutapa Banerjee. Kaustubh S Kulkarni continues as a Non-Executive Director. The Board structure maintains compliance with regulatory requirements for independent representation across key oversight functions.
Updated Committee Composition
Following Sahai’s exit, the committee structures have been adjusted to reflect the current membership. The Audit Committee is chaired by Namrata Kaul, with Anil Chaudhry, Shantanu M Khosla, and Sutapa Banerjee serving as members.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee is chaired by Anil Chaudhry, with Namrata Kaul, Shantanu M Khosla, and Sutapa Banerjee as members. The Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, chaired by Namrata Kaul, includes members from both executive and non-executive ranks, including Rajiv Rajgopal, Krishna Rallapalli, and Rohit G Totla.
The Risk Management Committee now consists of nine members: Namrata Kaul, Anil Chaudhry, Sutapa Banerjee, Rajiv Rajgopal, Krishna Rallapalli, Rohit G Totla, Shantanu M Khosla, Sumit Khatuja, and Dr. Kumar Iyer. The Stakeholders Relationship Committee comprises Rajiv Rajgopal and Krishna Rallapalli.
Historical Stock Returns for JSW Dulux
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.45% | -0.98% | +5.61% | -0.28% | -9.16% | +42.29% |
Has JSW Dulux initiated the search process for a new Independent Director to replace Hemant Sahai, and what is the expected timeline for this appointment?
How will the redistribution of committee chairmanships, particularly for Risk Management and Stakeholders Relationship, impact the oversight dynamics and decision-making speed?
Are there any anticipated changes to the company's risk management framework or stakeholder engagement strategies now that Sahai's specific expertise is no longer on the board?


































