Jagran Prakashan Schedules EGM for May 29 Following NCLT Order Dismissal
Jagran Prakashan Limited has scheduled an Extraordinary General Meeting for May 29, 2026, following NCLT Allahabad's dismissal of applications related to director removal requisitions. The EGM will consider removing eight directors including seven independent directors and one whole-time director, proceeding after the tribunal vacated its interim order that had kept the meeting in abeyance since February 2026.
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Jagran Prakashan Limited has scheduled an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) for May 29, 2026, following the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Allahabad's dismissal of applications related to director removal requisitions. The company's Board of Directors approved the EGM convening through a circular resolution dated May 2, 2026.
EGM Details and Proposed Resolutions
The EGM will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 12:30 PM through video-conferencing or other audio-visual modes. The meeting will consider resolutions for removing eight directors from their respective positions.
| Director Category: | Directors to be Removed | DIN Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Directors: | Ms. Divya Karani | 01829747 |
| Independent Directors: | Mr. Shailendra Swarup | 00167799 |
| Independent Directors: | Ms. Anita Nayyar | 03317861 |
| Independent Directors: | Ms. Kemisha Soni | 06805708 |
| Independent Directors: | Mr. Pramod Agarwal | 00038838 |
| Independent Directors: | Mr. Shaalin Tandon | 01892562 |
| Independent Directors: | Mr. Arun Anant | 02427545 |
| Whole-time Director: | Mr. Satish Chandra Mishra | 06643245 |
NCLT Order and Legal Background
The tribunal dismissed three connected applications filed by various parties in the ongoing corporate dispute. The NCLT's decision on April 23, 2026, vacated the interim order that had kept the EGM in abeyance since February 27, 2026.
| Application: | Filed By | Status |
|---|---|---|
| C.A. No. 04/2026: | Jagran Media Network Investment Private Limited | Dismissed |
| C.A. No. 05/2026: | Jagran Prakashan Limited | Dismissed |
| C.A. No. 06/2026: | Individual Directors | Dismissed |
| Interim Order: | February 27, 2026 | Vacated |
Timeline of Corporate Dispute
The applications arose from a requisition dated February 12, 2026, sent by Jagran Media Network Investment Private Limited (JMNIPL) seeking to convene an EGM for removing directors. JMNIPL, holding 67.97% of the paid-up equity share capital, had requisitioned the meeting under Section 100 of the Companies Act, 2013.
| Date: | Event |
|---|---|
| July 14, 2023: | JMNIPL Board Resolution passed |
| February 12, 2026: | EGM requisition sent |
| February 27, 2026: | Interim order keeping EGM in abeyance |
| April 23, 2026: | Final order dismissing applications |
| April 29, 2026: | Order uploaded |
| May 2, 2026: | Board approves EGM convening |
| May 29, 2026: | Scheduled EGM date |
Compliance and Next Steps
The company stated that the requisition was earlier kept in abeyance pursuant to interim directions of the NCLT. Following the dismissal of applications and vacation of the interim order, the company is proceeding in compliance with applicable provisions of law under Sections 100 and 169 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Notice of the EGM, along with the Explanatory Statement, will be circulated to members pursuant to Section 102 of the Companies Act, 2013, and filed with the stock exchanges. The outcome of the EGM, including voting results, will be disclosed in accordance with Regulation 30 read with Part A of Schedule III of the Listing Regulations.
The Board of Directors has clarified that neither the Board nor any officers of the company accept responsibility for the content of the Special Notice issued by the requisitionist. The information will be available on the company's website ( www.jplcorp.in ) and on the websites of National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for Jagran Prakashan
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.03% | -1.49% | +8.02% | -9.04% | -10.56% | +19.29% |
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