M&M Financial Services changes LIC representative on Board
Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited has changed the director representing Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on its Board, effective June 22, 2026. Mr. Ashwani Ghai has ceased to be a Non-Executive (Non-Independent) Director, following the nomination of a new representative by LIC. This transition ensures continued representation for LIC, which holds a significant stake in the non-banking financial company.

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Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited has changed the director representing Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) on its Board, effective June 22, 2026. Mr. Ashwani Ghai has ceased to be a Non-Executive (Non-Independent) Director, following the nomination of a new representative by LIC. This transition ensures continued representation for LIC, which holds a significant stake in the non-banking financial company.
Board Composition Change
The Board appointed Mr. Krishna Kumar Sukumaran Nair as a Non-Executive (Non-Independent) Director representing LIC, effective June 23, 2026. This appointment was made on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and is based on a nomination by LIC under Section 160 of the Companies Act 2013. The appointment is subject to the approval of the Members of the Company at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Consequently, Mr. Ashwani Ghai ceased to be a Director effective June 22, 2026. Mr. Ghai had been serving on the Board since June 23, 2023.
Incoming Director Profile
Mr. Krishna Kumar Sukumaran Nair is a seasoned financial services sector professional with over 36 years of managerial expertise. He superannuated from LIC on May 31, 2026, where he previously served as Executive Director – Corporate Governance and Chief Compliance Officer. His career includes leadership roles across regulatory compliance, ESG matters, information technology, and housing finance.
Shareholding Pattern
LIC holds 14,26,25,702 equity shares in the company. This constitutes 10.26% of the paid-up share capital of Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited as of March 31, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Outgoing Director | Mr. Ashwani Ghai |
| Role | Non-Executive (Non-Independent) Director |
| Cessation Date | June 22, 2026 |
| Incoming Director | Mr. Krishna Kumar Sukumaran Nair |
| Role | Non-Executive (Non-Independent) Director |
| Appointment Date | June 23, 2026 |
| LIC Shareholding | 10.26% (as of March 31, 2026) |
Historical Stock Returns for M&M Financial Services
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +6.73% | +4.36% | +3.77% | -19.51% | +19.03% | +104.01% |
How will Mr. Nair's extensive background in ESG and compliance influence Mahindra Finance's governance framework?
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