Krsnaa Diagnostics seeks nod for director appointments
Krsnaa Diagnostics Limited has published a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Chetan Desai and the appointment of Mr. Raju Venkatraman and Ms. Lilian Jessie Paul as Independent Directors. The notice also seeks approval for remuneration by way of commission to Independent Directors. The e-voting period is open from June 05, 2026, to July 04, 2026, with a cut-off date of May 29, 2026.

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Krsnaa Diagnostics Limited has published the notice for its postal ballot process in newspapers on June 04, 2026, to seek shareholder approval for the re-appointment of an existing director and the appointment of two new independent directors. The resolutions also include approval for the payment of remuneration by way of commission to independent directors. The e-voting period is scheduled from June 05, 2026, to July 04, 2026, providing shareholders a window to vote on these key governance matters.
The company proposes the re-appointment of Mr. Chetan Desai as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a second term of five years, commencing from April 25, 2026. Additionally, the notice seeks approval for the appointment of Mr. Raju Venkatraman and Ms. Lilian Jessie Paul as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a term of two years, also starting from April 25, 2026. All three appointments are subject to the approval of shareholders and regulatory compliance.
Postal Ballot Schedule
The company has established the following timeline for the e-voting process. Shareholders holding shares as of the cut-off date are eligible to participate.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off date for eligibility | Friday, May 29, 2026 |
| E-voting start date and time | Friday, June 05, 2026, 09:00 Hrs. (IST) |
| E-voting end date and time | Saturday, July 04, 2026, 17:00 Hrs. (IST) |
Resolutions Put to Vote
Shareholders will vote on four special resolutions. The first concerns the re-appointment of Mr. Chetan Desai, while the second and third relate to the appointment of Mr. Raju Venkatraman and Ms. Lilian Jessie Paul, respectively. The fourth resolution seeks approval for the payment of remuneration by way of commission to the Independent Directors of the company, within the limits prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations.
Director Profiles
Mr. Chetan Desai, aged 75, is a Chartered Accountant with approximately 50 years of experience in corporate governance and auditing. He received remuneration amounting to ₹11,00,000 during FY 2025-26. Mr. Raju Venkatraman, aged 67, is a graduate from IIT Madras and a serial entrepreneur with expertise in the diagnostics and healthcare sectors. Ms. Lilian Jessie Paul, aged 56, holds an MBA from IIM Calcutta and brings over 25 years of experience in marketing strategy and corporate strategy.
The results of the e-voting will be announced within two working days from the conclusion of the postal ballot e-voting period. The notice is available on the company's website and the NSDL e-voting portal.
Historical Stock Returns for Krsnaa Diagnostics
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.32% | +0.80% | -7.81% | -29.20% | -16.93% | -45.01% |
How will the addition of Mr. Venkatraman's healthcare expertise influence Krsnaa Diagnostics' strategic expansion plans?
What impact will the proposed commission structure for independent directors have on the company's overall governance costs?
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