Kennametal India Limited (KIL) reported revenues of ₹4031 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, representing a growth of 39% compared to ₹2896 million in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the quarter stood at ₹692 million, an increase of 111% over ₹328 million in the same quarter of the prior year. The results were considered at a Board of Directors meeting held on May 7, 2026, as previously scheduled, under Regulation 29 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Financial Highlights

The following table summarises the key financial metrics for the quarter ended March 31, 2026:

Management Commentary

Commenting on the performance, Vijaykrishnan Venkatesan, Managing Director, Kennametal India, said, "Our strong performance during the quarter reflects our ability to leverage our diversified product portfolio and capitalize on favorable macroeconomic conditions to drive volume expansion. At the same time, we are actively managing our tungsten supply chain and remain focused on operational excellence to meet our customers' needs."

Interim Dividend Declaration

As part of the Board meeting agenda, which also included consideration of an interim dividend for FY26, KIL announced an interim dividend of ₹40 per share for FY26.

About Kennametal India

Kennametal India Limited is a subsidiary of Kennametal Inc., USA. With over 85 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling, and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering, and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Approximately 8,100 employees help customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal Inc. generated approximately $2 billion in revenues in fiscal 2025. The intimation was signed by Anupriya Garg, Legal Counsel (Region), Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of Kennametal India Limited.

Kennametal India Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Roopendra S from his position as Deputy General Manager - Environment, Health and Safety, categorized as Senior Management Personnel. The resignation becomes effective at the closing of business hours on April 30, 2026.

Resignation Details and Timeline

The company disclosed the resignation to BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015. The formal communication was made through a letter dated April 30, 2026, addressed to the Corporate Relationship Department of BSE Limited.

Employee's Resignation Letter

In his resignation letter dated March 4, 2026, addressed to Managing Director Mr. Vijaykrishnan Venkatesan and Senior Manager Global EHS Mr. Ken Thomas, Mr. Roopendra S expressed gratitude for his tenure with the company. He highlighted his achievements during his service period, particularly in implementing EHS-related works that had not been undertaken for many years.

Key Accomplishments Mentioned

• Implementation of various Environment, Health and Safety initiatives
• Achievement of Zero Reportable Accidents to Department of Factories
• Learning and development in EHS, ESG and BRSR areas
• Maintaining operations with no major safety concerns

Notice Period and Transition

Mr. Roopendra S requested relief on or before June 2, 2026, providing a 3-month notice period as stipulated in his employment terms. He committed to assisting with the transition of his duties to ensure smooth functioning of systems after his departure.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has fulfilled its disclosure obligations by providing all required information under SEBI regulations, including the resignation letter as Annexure-B. The disclosure was made in compliance with sub para 7C of Para A of Schedule III of Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations and relevant SEBI circular dated July 13, 2023.