Saroj Kumar Poddar, acting as Trustee of Saroj and Jyoti Poddar Holdings Private Trust, has confirmed that no encumbrance was created on the shares of Zuari Agro Chemicals Limited during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The declaration, submitted to the National Stock Exchange Limited and BSE Limited, ensures that no new charges were placed on the shares other than those previously disclosed to the exchanges and the company. This disclosure provides transparency regarding the ownership status and potential liabilities associated with the shares during the specified period.

The declaration was made in pursuance of Regulation 31(4) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Devendra Khemka signed the declaration as the Authorised Signatory for and on behalf of Saroj Kumar Poddar. The confirmation covers the entire financial year, ensuring that the shares held by the acquirer and persons acting in concert remain free from undisclosed encumbrances.

Disclosure Details

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The letter was addressed to the Audit Committee of Zuari Agro Chemicals Limited and copied to the stock exchanges. The disclosure was signed in Kolkata on April 02, 2026.

Athar Shahab has resigned as Non-Executive Director of Zuari Agro Chemicals Limited effective June 2, 2026, due to personal and other professional commitments. The resignation was submitted to the Chairman and is effective from the close of business hours on the stated date. Shahab confirmed there are no material reasons for the resignation other than those disclosed.

Resignation Details

The departure was disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Shahab held the position of Non-Executive Director and tendered his resignation citing an inability to devote the required time and attention to the Company.

In his resignation letter, Shahab expressed appreciation for the support and cooperation extended by fellow Directors and the management during his tenure.