McLeod Russel appoints Kevyn David as head of plantation effective Oct 1, 2026
- Kevyn David appointed as Head of Plantation and Senior Management Personnel effective October 1, 2026
- David has been associated with the company for more than 30 years since joining in 1992
- Previously served as General Manager and Advisor handling South Bank Estates and Dooars operations
- Appointment disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR, 2015

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McLeod Russel India Limited has appointed Kevyn David as the Head of Plantation and Senior Management Personnel. The appointment is effective from October 1, 2026.
David brings over three decades of experience with the company, having joined in 1992. His promotion underscores the firm's reliance on internal leadership continuity for its core plantation operations across Assam and West Bengal.
Leadership Profile and Experience
Kevyn David’s career trajectory within McLeod Russel reflects deep institutional knowledge. He initially joined the company in 1992 and was promoted to General Manager in 2012. In 2020, he served as an Advisor, overseeing operations for South Bank Estates in Assam and other estates in the Dooars region of West Bengal.
His extensive background in tea plantation operations and management positions him to lead the company's agricultural strategy moving forward.
Regulatory Disclosure Details
The appointment was disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The filing confirms that David falls within the ambit of 'Senior Management Personnel' as defined by Regulation 16(1)(d) of the SEBI LODR, 2015.
Key details from the disclosure include:
- Reason for Change: Appointment of Kevyn David as Head of Plantation.
- Effective Date: October 1, 2026.
- Relationship Disclosure: Not applicable (as this is not a director appointment).
The company confirmed that the disclosure is also hosted on its official website.
Historical Stock Returns for McLeod Russel
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.37% | -1.49% | -13.58% | +31.69% | +12.70% | 0.0% |
How might Kevyn David's appointment influence McLeod Russel's operational efficiency and yield metrics in the Assam and West Bengal regions over the next fiscal year?
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