Orient Beverages Clarifies Delayed Disclosure Filing Due to Traffic Restrictions During PM Visit
Orient Beverages Limited clarified to BSE the delayed disclosure filing for Shri Raj Kumar Singh's appointment as Additional Director (Independent Non-Executive) effective April 22, 2026. The company attributed the delay in meeting the 12-hour regulatory requirement to traffic restrictions during the Prime Minister's visit to Kolkata on April 23-24, 2026, which disrupted office access and operations. The company has resubmitted the disclosure and committed to strengthening compliance processes.

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Orient Beverages Limited has provided clarification to BSE Limited regarding the delayed submission of regulatory disclosure for the appointment of Shri Raj Kumar Singh as Additional Director in the Independent Non-Executive category. The appointment became effective from April 22, 2026, but the company failed to meet the mandatory 12-hour disclosure timeline under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Director Appointment Details
The Board of Directors approved the appointment of Shri Raj Kumar Singh (DIN: 07237275) as an Additional Director during their meeting held on April 22, 2026. The board meeting commenced at 11:00 A.M. and concluded at 7:45 P.M.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Director Name | Shri Raj Kumar Singh |
| DIN | 07237275 |
| Category | Independent Non-Executive |
| Effective Date | April 22, 2026 |
| Board Meeting Duration | 11:00 A.M. to 7:45 P.M. |
Shri Raj Kumar Singh brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in family-run business operations. As a Commerce graduate, he has been responsible for managing financial operations and overseeing overall business administration, which the company expects will contribute significant value to organizational efficiency and growth.
Traffic Restrictions Impact
The company attributed the disclosure delay to circumstances beyond its control, specifically traffic restrictions imposed across Kolkata pursuant to Traffic Notification No. TP/18 dated April 22, 2026. These restrictions were implemented in connection with the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India's visit to the city on April 23 and 24, 2026 for election campaign activities.
The traffic notification imposed comprehensive restrictions on vehicle movement and parking:
- April 23, 2026: Movement restrictions from 16:00 hrs to 20:00 hrs
- April 24, 2026: Extended restrictions from 08:30 hrs to 16:30 hrs
- Complete closure of certain road stretches from 16:00 hrs on April 23 to 11:00 hrs on April 24
- Restrictions on all types of goods vehicles and heavy vehicles around key areas including Lok Bhawan
Company's Response and Compliance Commitment
Orient Beverages explained that the traffic restrictions disrupted access to their office premises at Aelpe Court, 3rd Floor, 225C, A. J. C. Bose Road, Kolkata, and affected normal operational and infrastructure facilities. This resulted in an unavoidable delay in completing and submitting the required disclosure within the prescribed timeline.
The company has resubmitted the disclosure along with the clarification and expressed sincere regret for the unintentional delay. Orient Beverages emphasized that the delay was not deliberate and reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring strict compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Regulatory Framework
Under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, listed companies must disclose material events and information within specified timelines. The appointment of directors falls under events requiring disclosure within 12 hours of occurrence. The company has assured BSE that it is taking necessary steps to strengthen internal processes to avoid such occurrences in the future.
Historical Stock Returns for Orient Beverages
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.96% | +1.30% | +2.12% | -1.49% | -16.78% | +257.12% |
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