Maha Rashtra Apex appoints new MD, board undergoes major overhaul
Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation Limited restructured its board and key managerial personnel on May 26, 2026, appointing Cyrus Khambata as Managing Director and Jamsheed Minoo Panday as Executive Director. This followed the resignation of Managing Director Aspi Nariman Katgara and Independent Directors Vidya M More and Nagarajan Sivarama Krishnan. Additionally, Arvind Ganesh Mallya was appointed as the new Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.

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Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation Limited underwent a significant restructuring of its board and key managerial personnel on May 26, 2026, following the resignation of its Managing Director and two Independent Directors. The board approved the appointment of Mr. Cyrus Khambata as the new Managing Director for a term of five years, subject to shareholder approval, effective immediately. Simultaneously, Mr. Jamsheed Minoo Panday was appointed as Executive Director, while Mr. Kudi Bhoja Shetty was redesignated from Non-Executive Non-Independent Director to Independent Director for a five-year period, also subject to shareholder approval.
Resignations and Approvals
The board accepted the resignations of Mr. Aspi Nariman Katgara from the position of Managing Director and Director, Mrs. Vidya M More, and Mr. Nagarajan Sivarama Krishnan from their positions as Independent Directors. All resignations were effective from the close of business hours on May 26, 2026. Mr. Katgara and Mr. Krishnan cited age and health-related issues for their inability to devote time to the company, while Mrs. More cited preoccupation. The resignations were confirmed to have no material reasons other than those stated.
Key Managerial Personnel Changes
In addition to the board changes, the company saw a shift in its compliance leadership. Mr. Jamsheed Minoo Panday resigned from the post of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer effective May 26, 2026, due to preoccupation and other commitments. He was succeeded by Mr. Arvind Ganesh Mallya, who was appointed as the new Company Secretary and Compliance Officer on the same date. Mr. Panday retains his position as Chief Financial Officer and joins the board as Executive Director.
Board and KMP Changes Summary
| Name | Designation | Action | Effective Date | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Aspi Nariman Katgara | Managing Director | Resignation | May 26, 2026 | Age and health |
| Mrs. Vidya M More | Independent Director | Resignation | May 26, 2026 | Preoccupation |
| Mr. Nagarajan Sivarama Krishnan | Independent Director | Resignation | May 26, 2026 | Age and health |
| Mr. Cyrus Khambata | Managing Director | Appointment | May 26, 2026 | Board approval |
| Mr. Jamsheed Minoo Panday | Executive Director | Appointment | May 26, 2026 | Board approval |
| Mr. Kudi Bhoja Shetty | Independent Director | Redesignation | May 26, 2026 | Board approval |
| Mr. Arvind Ganesh Mallya | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer | Appointment | May 26, 2026 | Board approval |
Historical Stock Returns for Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.47% | +0.81% | -7.07% | +0.87% | -24.42% | -2.18% |
How will the appointment of Cyrus Khambata influence the company's strategic direction over the next five years?
What impact will the simultaneous resignation of three directors have on shareholder confidence and upcoming voting?
Will the new leadership team introduce any changes to the company's operational or financial policies?


































