KSE Ltd reappoints Paul Francis, appoints two new directors
KSE Ltd's Board reappointed Mr. Paul Francis as Executive Director for three years and appointed Mr. Mampilly Paul Giji and Mrs. Suja Davis as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors, effective 29 August 2026. Mr. Shaji P. Jacob will voluntarily retire from the Board effective the same date. The company also approved alterations to its Articles of Association, all subject to shareholder approval.

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KSE Ltd has reappointed Mr. Paul Francis as Executive Director and appointed Mr. Mampilly Paul Giji and Mrs. Suja Davis as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors, subject to shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for 29 August 2026. The Board also approved alterations to the Articles of Association via Special Resolution at the same meeting. These decisions were taken during a Board meeting held on 17 June 2026 under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Mr. Paul Francis has been reappointed for a period of three years, effective from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2029. He brings extensive experience in the feed manufacturing industry and has been actively involved in overseeing the company's operational activities, production management, and business development.
The Board appointed Mr. Mampilly Paul Giji and Mrs. Suja Davis as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Directors, both liable to retire by rotation, with effect from 29 August 2026. Mr. Giji, aged 68, is a distinguished industrialist with over four decades of experience across sectors such as agri-inputs, manufacturing, and real estate. He is the Managing Director of MCP Agro Technologies Private Limited and is the brother of Mr. M. P. Jackson, a Director of the company.
Mrs. Suja Davis holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and has experience in business administration and property management through her association with PJD Properties and Investments. She is the sister of Mrs. Seena Sabu, a Non-Executive Director of the company.
The Board noted the voluntary retirement of Mr. Shaji P. Jacob, Non-Executive Director, effective from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting on 29 August 2026. Mr. Jacob cited personal reasons and an inability to devote the necessary time and attention to his responsibilities as the basis for his decision.
Director Appointments and Changes
| Name | Designation | Term / Effective Date | Relationship |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Paul Francis | Executive Director | 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2029 | Not related to any Director |
| Mr. Mampilly Paul Giji | Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director | 29 August 2026 | Brother of Mr. M. P. Jackson, Director |
| Mrs. Suja Davis | Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director | 29 August 2026 | Sister of Mrs. Seena Sabu, Non-Executive Director |
| Mr. Shaji P. Jacob | Non-Executive Director | Ceases on 29 August 2026 | N/A |
Historical Stock Returns for KSE
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.50% | +0.21% | -7.61% | -17.00% | -16.55% | -21.26% |
What strategic shifts will Mr. Paul Francis prioritize during his new three-year term to drive growth in the feed manufacturing industry?
How will the appointment of two Non-Independent Directors with family ties to existing board members impact corporate governance standards?
What specific alterations to the Articles of Association are proposed, and how will they affect shareholder rights or company operations?

































