Oriental Rail Infrastructure has fixed September 01, 2026, as the record date for its final dividend payment, establishing the cutoff for shareholders to receive the payout for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The company’s Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹0.10 per equity share, a move that will distribute cash directly to investors holding shares on the record date, provided the proposal receives shareholder approval at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). This declaration offers a tangible return to equity holders, with the dividend amount tied to the face value of ₹1/- per share.

The procedural framework for this distribution involves a specific book closure period during which share transfers are suspended. Pursuant to Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Register of Members and Share Transfer Books will remain closed from Wednesday, September 02, 2026, to Tuesday, September 08, 2026, both days inclusive. This closure ensures that the list of beneficial owners maintained by depositories remains static, allowing the company to accurately identify eligible members for the dividend payment.

The 35th Annual General Meeting, where the dividend recommendation will be formally voted upon, is scheduled for Tuesday, September 08, 2026, at 01:00 p.m. The meeting will be conducted through Video Conferencing (VC) or Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM), adhering to regulatory guidelines for remote participation. Shareholders must ensure their holdings are registered in their name by the record date to qualify for the dividend, regardless of whether they attend the AGM.

The company, formerly known as Oriental Veneer Products Limited, issued this intimation on August 11, 2026, addressed to the Listing Department of BSE Limited. Hemali Rachh, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, signed the disclosure, confirming the dates and regulatory compliance. The dividend entitlement is strictly based on the names appearing in the Register of Members or the Depositories' list of Beneficial Owners as of the close of business on the record date.

Key Dates for Shareholders

Shareholders should note the following critical timeline events:

• Record Date: September 01, 2026 — Last day to hold shares to be eligible for the dividend.
• Book Closure Period: September 02, 2026 to September 08, 2026 — No share transfers will be processed.
• AGM Date: September 08, 2026 — Final approval of the dividend and other annual matters.

The final dividend of ₹0.10 per share represents a direct income component for investors, contingent solely on the successful passage of the resolution at the AGM. No further financial metrics or operational results were disclosed in this specific filing, which focuses exclusively on the administrative details of the dividend process and the AGM logistics.

Oriental Rail Infrastructure reported a consolidated net profit of ₹107M for Q1, marking an 83% year-on-year increase from ₹58.70M in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Consolidated revenue from operations grew 16.7% to ₹1.38B from ₹1.17B, driven by higher sales in its Indian Railway Products segment. The Board of Directors also executed major leadership transitions, accepting the resignation of Managing Director Karim N Mithiborwala due to health issues and appointing Saleh N Mithiborwala to the role effective August 12, 2026.

The financial results were approved by the Board on August 11, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 30 and Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Statutory Auditors Anil Bansal & Associates issued a limited review report on the unaudited consolidated financial statements. The company declared a final dividend of ₹0.10 per equity share for FY26, subject to shareholder approval at the 35th Annual General Meeting scheduled for September 08, 2026. The record date for dividend entitlement is fixed at September 01, 2026.

Financial Performance

Consolidated revenue from operations stood at ₹13,758.01 lakh for Q1FY27, compared to ₹11,790.43 lakh in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. EBITDA improved significantly to ₹209M from ₹146M year-on-year, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 15.23% from 12.37%. Other income decreased slightly to ₹148.85 lakh from ₹151.34 lakh. Total expenses rose to ₹12,459.99 lakh from ₹11,110.89 lakh, primarily due to increased cost of materials consumed, which reached ₹10,901.82 lakh.

Standalone net profit remained relatively flat at ₹22.01 lakh, compared to ₹22.26 lakh in Q1FY26. Standalone revenue from operations declined 4.8% to ₹32.85 lakh from ₹34.49 lakh. The subsidiary, Oriental Foundry Private Limited, contributed significantly to the consolidated performance, reporting total revenue of ₹10,615.21 lakh and net profit after tax of ₹854.65 lakh for the quarter.

Leadership Transitions

The Board accepted the resignation of Karim N Mithiborwala as Managing Director with effect from the closure of business hours on August 11, 2026, citing health reasons. Effective August 12, 2026, Saleh N Mithiborwala was appointed as Managing Director for a five-year term. He will continue to serve as Chairperson and Chief Financial Officer during his tenure. Additionally, Tahaa S Mithiborwala was appointed as Additional Director and designated as Whole-Time Director for a five-year term starting August 12, 2026. Both appointments are subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing AGM.

Mrs. Sheetal Nagda was re-appointed as Independent Director for a second five-year term commencing December 14, 2026. She confirmed her independence under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI Listing Regulations. All appointed directors confirmed they are not debarred from holding office by SEBI or any other authority.

What the Numbers Show

The divergence between standalone and consolidated results highlights the subsidiary's critical role in the group's profitability. While the parent entity's standalone net profit stagnated at ₹22.01 lakh, the subsidiary contributed ₹854.65 lakh to the consolidated bottom line. This concentration suggests that operational efficiency and margin expansion are currently driven primarily by Oriental Foundry Private Limited, while the parent company's direct operations face revenue headwinds.