Mayur Uniquoters seeks shareholder nod for related party transaction
Mayur Uniquoters Limited seeks shareholder approval via postal ballot for a related party transaction approving up to ₹5 lakh monthly remuneration for Mrs. Puja Poddar, President-HR. As the daughter-in-law of promoter Mr. Suresh Kumar Poddar, her appointment requires consent under Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013. E-voting runs from August 8 to September 6, 2026.

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Mayur Uniquoters Limited has initiated a postal ballot to seek shareholder approval for a related party transaction concerning the remuneration of Mrs. Puja Poddar, who serves as President-HR and Administration. The move aims to formalize her compensation structure under the Companies Act, 2013, given her status as a related party through familial ties to the company’s promoter.
The Board of Directors recommends the resolution as an Ordinary Resolution pursuant to Section 188(1)(f) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 44 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Shareholders holding shares as of the cut-off date, Friday, July 31, 2026, are eligible to vote. The remote e-voting period begins on Saturday, August 08, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. IST and ends on Sunday, September 06, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. IST. Results will be declared on or before Tuesday, September 08, 2026.
Transaction Details
Mrs. Puja Poddar is the daughter-in-law of Mr. Suresh Kumar Poddar, Chairman and Managing Director & CEO (DIN: 00022395) and a promoter of the company, thereby classifying her as a related party under Section 2(76) of the Act. Her appointment to the senior management role was approved by the Board on March 02, 2026, following recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit Committee.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Related Party | Mrs. Puja Poddar |
| Designation | President-HR and Administration |
| Relationship | Daughter-in-law of Promoter Mr. Suresh Kumar Poddar |
| Monthly Remuneration | Up to ₹5 lakh (inclusive of basic, perquisites, allowances) |
| Effective Date | March 02, 2026 |
| Resolution Type | Ordinary Resolution |
The proposed remuneration cap of ₹5 lakh per month exceeds the threshold of ₹2.5 lakh specified in Rule 15(3)(b) of the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, mandating prior shareholder consent. The Board authorized the payment subject to this approval, with the flexibility to vary terms within the stipulated limit.
Governance and Voting Process
The company engaged Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) to facilitate the e-voting process. CS Manoj Maheshwari (FCS: 3355) has been appointed as Scrutinizer, with CS Priyanka Agarwal (FCS: 11138) as Alternate Scrutinizer, to ensure transparency. The notice was dispatched via email in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars; hard copies were not sent.
Directors interested in the resolution include Mr. Suresh Kumar Poddar and Mr. Arun Bagaria (DIN: 00373862), Whole Time Director, along with their relatives. Other directors and key managerial personnel have no financial interest in the transaction. The explanatory statement cites the need for gender diversity and stable leadership in the Human Resources department as rationale for the appointment.
Historical Stock Returns for Mayur Uniquoters
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.44% | +0.18% | -12.74% | +33.89% | +48.64% | +50.68% |
How might the approval of this related-party remuneration impact minority shareholder confidence in Mayur Uniquoters' corporate governance practices?
Could the formalization of familial ties in senior management roles signal a broader shift towards promoter-led leadership structures within the company?
What are the potential implications for future executive compensation policies if this resolution sets a precedent for exceeding standard remuneration thresholds?


































