Mirza International appoints new CFO and re-appoints directors
Mirza International Limited has appointed Mr. Aqeel Ahmad Khan as Whole-time Director and Mr. Anil Kumar Mahipal as Chief Financial Officer effective June 1, 2026. The Board also re-appointed four directors, including Managing Director Mr. Tauseef Ahmad Mirza, for three-year terms subject to shareholder approval. Additionally, the company re-appointed Mr. Arun Kumar Srivastava as Cost Auditor and Mr. Prakhar Pratap Singh as Internal Auditor for FY 2026-27.

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Mirza International Limited has appointed Mr. Aqeel Ahmad Khan as Whole-time Director and Mr. Anil Kumar Mahipal as Chief Financial Officer effective June 1, 2026, following a Board meeting on May 29, 2026. The company also approved the re-appointment of four directors, including Managing Director Mr. Tauseef Ahmad Mirza, for three-year terms subject to shareholder approval. These leadership changes are aimed at strengthening the company's operational governance and financial oversight as it continues its expansion in the leather industry.
The Board approved the appointment of Mr. Aqeel Ahmad Khan as Whole-time Director for a period of three years starting June 1, 2026. Mr. Khan brings 17 years of experience in industrial relations and statutory compliance, having worked with government institutions such as the Pollution Control Board and District Industries Centre. Concurrently, Mr. Anil Kumar Mahipal was appointed Chief Financial Officer. A Chartered Accountant with over 14 years of experience, Mr. Mahipal has been with the company since February 2024 as General Manager – Accounts and Taxation.
The Board approved the re-appointment of three Whole-time Directors and the Managing Director. Mr. Faraz Mirza was re-appointed as Whole-time Director for three years effective August 12, 2026. He currently oversees overseas marketing, production, and e-commerce operations for the Thomas Crick brand. Mr. Tauseef Ahmad Mirza was re-appointed as Managing Director for three years effective October 1, 2026, bringing over three decades of experience in the leather industry. Mr. Tasneef Ahmad Mirza and Mr. Shahid Ahmad Mirza were also re-appointed as Whole-time Directors for three years effective October 1, 2026, overseeing the Tannery Division and Shoe Division respectively.
The company disclosed relationships among the directors, stating that Mr. Faraz Mirza is the son of Mr. Shahid Ahmad Mirza. Furthermore, Mr. Shahid Ahmad Mirza, Mr. Tasneef Ahmad Mirza, and Mr. Tauseef Ahmad Mirza are brothers. All appointees confirmed they are not debarred from holding the office of Director by SEBI or any other authority.
In addition to leadership changes, the Board re-appointed statutory auditors for the financial year 2026-27. Mr. Arun Kumar Srivastava was re-appointed as Cost Auditor, and Mr. Prakhar Pratap Singh was re-appointed as Internal Auditor. These appointments are subject to the ratification of remuneration by the company's members.
| Director / Auditor | Role | Effective Date | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Aqeel Ahmad Khan | Whole-time Director | June 1, 2026 | 3 Years |
| Mr. Anil Kumar Mahipal | Chief Financial Officer | June 1, 2026 | - |
| Mr. Faraz Mirza | Whole-time Director | August 12, 2026 | 3 Years |
| Mr. Tauseef Ahmad Mirza | Managing Director | October 1, 2026 | 3 Years |
| Mr. Tasneef Ahmad Mirza | Whole-time Director | October 1, 2026 | 3 Years |
| Mr. Shahid Ahmad Mirza | Whole-time Director | October 1, 2026 | 3 Years |
| Mr. Arun Kumar Srivastava | Cost Auditor | FY 2026-27 | 1 Year |
| Mr. Prakhar Pratap Singh | Internal Auditor | FY 2026-27 | 1 Year |
Historical Stock Returns for Mirza International
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.96% | +9.80% | -1.94% | -17.87% | +2.80% | +362.32% |
How will the new Whole-time Director's background in statutory compliance and government relations influence Mirza International's regulatory strategy?
What specific financial milestones or efficiency improvements does the company expect under the new CFO's leadership?
Are there planned capital expenditures or strategic acquisitions to support the company's continued expansion in the leather industry?


































