Laxmi Cotspin seeks auditor appointment via postal ballot
Laxmi Cotspin Ltd has initiated a postal ballot process to appoint M/s. Singh Mundada & Associates as statutory auditors following the resignation of M/s. DMKH & Co., effective May 26, 2026. Shareholders will also vote on regularising Mrs. Sharda Ghansham Sikchi as a Non-Executive Woman Director. E-voting is scheduled from June 17 to June 18, 2026, with results expected on July 17, 2026.

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Laxmi Cotspin Ltd has initiated a postal ballot process to fill a casual vacancy in the office of its statutory auditors and to regularise the appointment of a director. The company is seeking shareholder approval to appoint M/s. Singh Mundada & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 122059W), as statutory auditors following the resignation of M/s. DMKH & Co., Chartered Accountants, effective May 26, 2026. Additionally, the board proposes the regularisation of Mrs. Sharda Ghansham Sikchi (DIN: 11683795) as a Non-Executive Woman Director.
The resignation of the previous auditor did not cite any concerns affecting the company's financial reporting or audit process. The new auditors, M/s. Singh Mundada & Associates, have confirmed their eligibility and consent to act, holding office from the date of member approval until the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Mrs. Sharda Ghansham Sikchi was initially appointed as an Additional Director on April 30, 2026, and brings experience in cotton ginning operations, including raw cotton procurement and quality grading.
Postal Ballot and E-voting Schedule
The company has engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to facilitate the remote e-voting process. The resolutions will be deemed passed if approved by the requisite majority by the conclusion of the voting period. Shareholders holding shares as of the cut-off date are eligible to vote.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date | Friday, June 05, 2026 |
| Commencement of E-voting | 9:00 a.m. IST on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 |
| Conclusion of E-voting | 5:00 p.m. IST on Thursday, June 18, 2026 |
| Announcement of Results | Friday, July 17, 2026 |
Resolutions for Shareholder Approval
The postal ballot notice outlines two key resolutions requiring shareholder consent. The first concerns the appointment of the statutory auditors to fill the casual vacancy, while the second seeks to regularise Mrs. Sharda Ghansham Sikchi as a director liable to retire by rotation.
| Sr No | Resolution |
|---|---|
| 1 | Appointment of M/s. Singh Mundada & Associates as Statutory Auditors to fill the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of existing auditors. |
| 2 | Regularisation of Mrs. Sharda Ghansham Sikchi as Non-Executive Woman Director of the company. |
CA Piyush Agrawal has been appointed as the Scrutinizer to oversee the e-voting process. The notice has been dispatched to members electronically in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars, and physical copies have not been issued. The results of the postal ballot will be intimated to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and uploaded on the company’s website.
Historical Stock Returns for Laxmi Cotspin
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.94% | +3.10% | +3.32% | -22.66% | -48.81% | -11.27% |
What strategic value will Mrs. Sikchi's expertise in cotton ginning and procurement bring to the board during the upcoming fiscal year?
Will the appointment of M/s. Singh Mundada & Associates lead to any significant changes in the company's internal audit controls or financial reporting standards?
How does the board plan to ensure a smooth transition of audit responsibilities given the change in statutory auditors?




























