KMCH Shareholders Approve Reappointment of Independent Directors Through Postal Ballot
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital Limited shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the reappointment of two independent directors through postal ballot. Mr. A.P. Ammasaikutti received 99.91% approval while Dr. K. Kolandaswamy secured 99.96% support. The voting process saw participation from 133 members representing 6627837 shares, with results submitted to BSE on April 13, 2026.

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Kovai Medical Center and Hospital Limited has announced the successful completion of its postal ballot process for the reappointment of two independent directors. The company submitted the voting results to BSE Limited on April 13, 2026, demonstrating strong shareholder confidence in the proposed appointments.
Voting Results Overview
The postal ballot covered two special resolutions, both receiving overwhelming shareholder support. The remote e-voting process was conducted through the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) platform, ensuring transparency and accessibility for all eligible shareholders.
| Resolution Details | Members Voted | Votes Cast | Approval Rate | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. A.P. Ammasaikutti Reappointment | 119 in favor, 14 against | 6621901 in favor, 5936 against | 99.91% | Passed |
| Dr. K. Kolandaswamy Reappointment | 122 in favor, 10 against | 6625241 in favor, 2596 against | 99.96% | Passed |
Director Appointments
The first resolution concerned the reappointment of Mr. A.P. Ammasaikutti (DIN: 00909930) as an Independent Director. This resolution received support from 119 members representing 6621901 shares, constituting 99.91% of the total votes cast. Only 14 members holding 5936 shares voted against the proposal.
The second resolution involved the reappointment of Dr. K. Kolandaswamy (DIN: 06702305) as an Independent Director. This appointment garnered even stronger support, with 122 members holding 6625241 shares voting in favor, representing 99.96% approval. A mere 10 members with 2596 shares opposed this resolution.
Voting Process and Participation
The postal ballot notice was issued on March 6, 2026, with the remote e-voting period commencing at 09.00 A.M. on March 13, 2026, and concluding at 05.00 P.M. on April 11, 2026. Members whose names appeared on the Register of Members as of March 6, 2026, were entitled to participate in the voting process.
Participation Summary:
- Total participating members: 133
- Total shares represented: 6627837
- Promoter group participation: 9 members holding 6087035 shares
- Public participation: 124 members holding 540802 shares
Scrutinizer's Report
K. Duraisami, Practicing Company Secretary (M.No. F6792, CP.No.18308), served as the appointed scrutinizer for the postal ballot process. The scrutinizer confirmed that both resolutions were passed as special resolutions with the requisite majority as per Section 114(2) of the Companies Act, 2013.
The votes were unblocked on April 11, 2026, at 06.00 P.M. in the presence of two independent witnesses, Ms. E. Pavithra and Ms. A. Prateeksha, ensuring the integrity of the voting process. The company has made the complete voting results and scrutinizer's report available on its website at www.kmchhospitals.com .
Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot process was conducted in accordance with Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Rule 20 & 22 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014. The submission to BSE Limited fulfills the requirements under Regulation 44(3) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Kovai Medical Center Hospital
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.25% | +1.54% | +6.16% | -17.68% | -3.19% | +374.62% |
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