Onyx Biotec Managing Director and Whole Time Director resign
Onyx Biotec Ltd announced the resignation of its Managing Director Sanjay Jain and Whole Time Director Lakshya Jain, effective from the close of business hours on May 27, 2026. The resignations were approved by the company's Board based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Both directors confirmed there are no material reasons for their departure other than those stated in their respective resignation letters.

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Onyx Biotec Ltd has announced the resignation of its Managing Director, Sanjay Jain, and Whole Time Director, Lakshya Jain, effective from the close of business hours on May 27, 2026. The decision was taken by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on May 25, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. This leadership transition impacts the company's executive structure and committee composition, as Sanjay Jain will also cease to be a member of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee following his departure.
Sanjay Jain cited health considerations and the increasing demands associated with age as the primary reasons for stepping down. In his resignation letter dated May 26, 2026, he stated that these factors make it difficult for him to continue discharging the responsibilities of the office with the required energy and attention. He confirmed that there are no other material reasons for his resignation and pledged to extend all reasonable assistance for a smooth transition and completion of necessary handover formalities.
Lakshya Jain resigned to pursue opportunities involving higher-risk exploration and experimentation, which he noted are better undertaken outside a public company. He stated that this decision aligns with his long-term professional goals and personal commitments. Similar to the Managing Director, he confirmed that there are no other material reasons for his resignation apart from those stated in his letter dated May 26, 2026.
The company disclosed that the resignations are pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The requisite disclosures under Regulation 30 read with Part A of Schedule III of the Listing Regulations and the relevant SEBI master circular have been submitted to the exchanges. The filing confirmed the familial relationship between the departing directors, noting that Sanjay Jain is the father of Lakshya Jain.
The following table details the particulars of the resignations as disclosed in the regulatory filing:
| S. No. | Particulars | Details | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Name | Sanjay Jain (DIN: 02214242) | Lakshya Jain (DIN: 09377707) |
| 2 | Reason for change | Due to personal reasons | Due to personal reasons |
| 3 | Date of cessation | Effective from May 27, 2026 | Effective from May 27, 2026 |
| 4 | Brief Profile | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| 5 | Relationship | Father of Lakshya Jain | Son of Sanjay Jain |
The Board meeting, where these resignations were considered, commenced at 4.00 p.m. and concluded at 4:15 p.m. on May 25, 2026. The company has requested the stock exchanges to update the information in their records and the Corporate Information Section.
Historical Stock Returns for Onyx Biotec
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +20.00% | +21.88% | +20.93% | +5.41% | -21.84% | -31.28% |
Who will the Board appoint to fill the leadership vacuum left by the Managing Director and Whole Time Director?
How will the simultaneous departure of both the Managing Director and his son impact the company's strategic continuity and stock stability?
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