MRC Agrotech appoints new director, switches statutory auditor
- Appoints Paramar Vishal Surendra as non-executive director for five-year term
- Names P C Surana & Co as statutory auditor until FY31 AGM
- Previous auditor Choudhary Choudhary & Co resigns due to commitments
- 11th AGM scheduled for September 30, 2026, via video conference

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MRC Agrotech appointed Mr. Paramar Vishal Surendra as a non-executive, non-independent director and approved the appointment of M/s P C Surana & Co as its new statutory auditors. The board meeting held on September 4, 2026 also approved the notice for the company’s 11th Annual General Meeting.
The appointment of Mr. Surendra, who currently serves as an additional director, marks a formalization of his role on the board. He holds 992 equity shares in the company and brings expertise in corporate governance and regulatory compliance. His tenure is set for five consecutive years, from February 24, 2026, to February 23, 2031. He is not related to any existing director or key managerial personnel of the company.
Auditor Transition
The board approved the resignation of M/s Choudhary Choudhary & Company, Chartered Accountants, effective from the conclusion of the ensuing AGM. The outgoing firm cited professional and other commitments as the reason for stepping down. M/s Choudhary Choudhary & Company had been appointed in March 2025 for a two-year term and had submitted its last audit report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, within the statutory timeline.
M/s P C Surana & Co, Chartered Accountants, has been appointed to fill the casual vacancy created by the resignation. The firm will serve as statutory auditor from the conclusion of the AGM until the conclusion of the annual general meeting to be held for the financial year 2030-31. The appointment was recommended by the Audit Committee and Board of Directors based on the firm’s professional competence and independence.
AGM Details
The 11th Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 12:30 pm via Video Conferencing or Other Audio Visual Means. The register of members and share transfer books will remain closed from September 24, 2026, to September 30, 2026. Remote e-voting will be available from September 27, 2026, at 9:00 am to September 29, 2026, at 5:00 pm, with September 23, 2026, as the cut-off date.
Historical Stock Returns for MRC Agrotech
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.09% | -6.70% | -27.05% | -39.68% | -23.21% | +374.52% |
How might Mr. Surendra's expertise in regulatory compliance influence MRC Agrotech's strategy for navigating upcoming changes in agricultural sector regulations?
What potential impact could the transition from Choudhary Choudhary & Company to P C Surana & Co have on the company's audit timelines and financial reporting consistency?
Given Mr. Surendra's five-year tenure, what specific governance reforms or strategic initiatives is he expected to prioritize during his first year as a non-executive director?


































