Mahamaya Lifesciences approves AGM, redesignates Prashant Krishnamurthy as MD
Mahamaya Lifesciences scheduled its 24th AGM for September 29, 2026. Prashant Krishnamurthy redesignated as Managing Director from November 1, 2026. Amarendra Mohapatra appointed as new CFO replacing Prashant Krishnamurthy. Krishnamurthy Ganesan moves from Managing Director to Chairman role. New auditors appointed for FY27 including HPN & Associates and Chandramouli LLP.

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Mahamaya Lifesciences approved the notice for its 24th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and significant leadership restructuring during its board meeting on August 25, 2026. The company scheduled the AGM for September 29, 2026, to be held via video conference or other audio-visual means.
The Board also approved the appointment of new auditors for FY27. M/s HPN & Associates was appointed as Secretarial Auditor, M/s Chandramouli and Associates LLP as Internal Auditor, and M/s Yogesh Gupta and Associates as Cost Auditor. These appointments were effective from August 25, 2026, based on Audit Committee recommendations.
Leadership Restructuring
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee recommended several key changes to the board and management structure, effective from November 1, 2026, subject to shareholder approval.
Mr. Prashant Krishnamurthy will be redesignated from Executive Director to Managing Director. He simultaneously resigned from his role as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 31, 2026. Mr. Amarendra Mohapatra was appointed as the new CFO and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP).
Mr. Krishnamurthy Ganesan will step down as Managing Director to assume the role of Chairman and Executive Non-Independent Director. This transition marks a shift in executive responsibilities within the family-led management structure.
| Executive | Current Role | New Role | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prashant Krishnamurthy | Executive Director & CFO | Managing Director | November 1, 2026 |
| Amarendra Mohapatra | Senior Management | CFO & KMP | November 1, 2026 |
| Krishnamurthy Ganesan | Managing Director | Chairman & Executive Director | November 1, 2026 |
Board Appointments
The board appointed Mr. Bhagirath Choudhary as an Additional Independent Director for a three-year term starting August 25, 2026. Dr. Gopal Krishna Raju and Dr. Charudatta Digambar Mayee were reappointed as Independent Directors for their second three-year terms, effective December 11, 2026.
Mr. Kush Mishra was appointed as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective August 25, 2026. He serves as both a Key Managerial Personnel under the Companies Act, 2013, and a Senior Management Personnel under SEBI LODR Regulations.
Remuneration Changes
The board approved revisions in remuneration for Mr. Krishnamurthy Ganesan, Mr. Prashant Krishnamurthy, and Mrs. Lalitha Krishnamurthy. These changes are effective from November 1, 2026, pending shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM.
Historical Stock Returns for Mahamaya Lifesciences
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.05% | +0.29% | +14.46% | +10.40% | +63.79% | +63.79% |
How might the transition of Prashant Krishnamurthy to Managing Director and the appointment of a new CFO impact Mahamaya Lifesciences' strategic financial planning and capital allocation for FY27?
What are the potential implications of shifting Krishnamurthy Ganesan to a Chairman role for the company's operational agility and day-to-day management oversight?
How could the revised remuneration structures for key executives influence investor sentiment and shareholder approval rates at the upcoming AGM?


































