Kriti Nutrients Board Approves Reappointment of Chairman & Managing Director and Joint Managing Director
Kriti Nutrients Limited's Board of Directors, at their meeting on 5th May, 2026, approved the reappointment of Shri Shiv Singh Mehta as Chairman and Managing Director for 3 years from 12th January, 2027. The board also approved the re-designation of Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta as Joint Managing Director for his remaining tenure from 5th May, 2026 to 31st July, 2027, and his subsequent reappointment as Whole-time Director designated as JMD for a further 3-year term from 1st August, 2027. Both appointments are subject to member approval at the ensuing General Meeting and were disclosed pursuant to SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

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The Board of Directors of Kriti Nutrients Limited convened a meeting on 5th May, 2026, commencing at 2.30 P.M. and concluding at 5.10 P.M., wherein they approved key changes to the company's senior leadership, including the reappointment of its Chairman and Managing Director and changes to the role of its Joint Managing Director. The decisions were made pursuant to Regulation 30(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and are subject to approval of members at the ensuing General Meeting.
Key Leadership Decisions Approved by the Board
The board approved three distinct resolutions relating to director appointments and re-designations. The following table summarises the key decisions:
| Decision: | Director | Effective Date | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reappointment as Chairman & Managing Director | Shri Shiv Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023523) | 12th January, 2027 | 3 years |
| Re-designation as Joint Managing Director (JMD) | Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023591) | 5th May, 2026 | Until 31st July, 2027 |
| Reappointment as Whole-time Director designated as JMD | Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023591) | 1st August, 2027 | 3 years |
Profile of Shri Shiv Singh Mehta — Chairman and Managing Director
Shri Shiv Singh Mehta is the founder and Managing Director of the Kriti Group. The Kriti Group of Industries, with an annual turnover of Rs. 1500 Crore (approx.), comprises Kriti Industries (I) Ltd., Kriti Nutrient Ltd., and Kriti Auto Engineering & Plastics Pvt. Ltd. The group manufactures products under the brand names 'Kasta' and 'Kriti', which are recognised nationally and internationally. The Kriti Group has a presence in over 17 states of India and is a recognised export house by the Government of India.
Born on 3rd March 1954, Mr. Mehta holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics with distinction and an MBA. He has been actively involved with various industry and social associations, with notable positions including:
- Past Chairman: Indore Management Association, Indore
- Past President: Organisation of Plastic Processors of India (Apex body of Plastic Processors in India)
- Member: Governing Board, Shri Sathya Sai Vidhya Vihar, Indore & Guna
- Past Member: Executive Committee, SOPA (Soybean Oil Processors Association)
- Past President: All India Manufacturers Organisation, MP State Board
- Past President: Jain International Trade Organisation, Indore
Mr. Mehta has been conferred various awards by organisations including Rotary International, Jaycee, Management Marshal, and Arya Chanakya Udhyojak Shreshta Puraskar. He has also been awarded the Chhavi Memorial Award for Excellence in Management.
With respect to relationships between directors, none of the directors except Shri Shiv Singh Mehta, being the appointee, and Smt. Purnima Mehta and Shri Saurabh Singh Mehta, being his relatives, are concerned or interested in this appointment.
Profile of Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta — Joint Managing Director
Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Ohio State University and an MBA in family business from S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research. He has over 10 years of diverse experience in the industry. He served as Past President of Leo Club Indore, receiving the Best President and Best Club Leader awards at the district level. He also holds a pass grade from the Associated Board of Royal School of Music, London.
The Kriti Group, of which he is a part, has an annual turnover of Rs. 1500 crore (approx.) and comprises Kriti Industries (I) Ltd., Kriti Nutrient Ltd., and Kriti Auto Engineering & Plastics Pvt. Ltd. None of the directors except Shri Saurabh Singh Mehta, being the appointee, and Smt. Purnima Mehta and Shri Shiv Singh Mehta, being his relatives, are concerned or interested in this appointment.
Compliance and Disclosure
The intimation was filed in accordance with Regulation 30(2) read with Clause 7 of Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, and Master SEBI Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated 30th January, 2026. The company has also stated that it is in the process of filing the aforesaid appointments in XBRL format within the stipulated time, and the same shall be hosted on the company's website. The disclosure was signed by Raj Kumar Bhawsar, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer.
Historical Stock Returns for Kriti Nutrients
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.67% | -3.72% | +56.17% | +7.51% | -5.96% | +74.97% |
How might the planned leadership transition from Shri Shiv Singh Mehta to Saurabh Singh Mehta as JMD signal a broader generational succession strategy for the Kriti Group, and what impact could this have on the company's long-term growth direction?
Given that Kriti Nutrients operates in the edible oils and soybean processing sector, how could the leadership continuity decisions influence the company's expansion plans amid rising competition and volatile commodity prices?
Will minority shareholders raise any concerns regarding the family-dominated board structure during the ensuing General Meeting, and could this affect the approval of the proposed reappointments?


































