Petronet LNG Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Director Appointment; E-Voting from May 8 to June 6, 2026
Petronet LNG Limited has issued a Postal Ballot Notice under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, seeking member approval for the appointment of a Director on the Board. The notice, published on May 5, 2026, sets the e-voting window from May 8 to June 6, 2026, with results to be announced by June 9, 2026. NSDL facilitates e-voting, while M/s Ragini Chokshi & Co. serves as scrutinizer, and Bigshare Services Private Limited acts as the RTA.

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Petronet LNG Limited has issued a Postal Ballot Notice pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, informing its members and the stock exchanges about the conduct of a Postal Ballot for the appointment of a Director on the Board. The notice was published in The Indian Express (English) and Hindustan (Hindi) on May 5, 2026, and was communicated to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on the same date by Rajan Kapur, GGM & President - Company Secretary.
Purpose and Regulatory Framework
The Postal Ballot is being conducted in accordance with Section 110 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, and Regulation 44 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has, through a series of General Circulars, permitted companies to conduct postal ballots by sending notices in electronic form only. The detailed Postal Ballot Notice, along with the explanatory statement and e-voting instructions, is available on the company's website at www.petronetlng.in , on the websites of BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and on the website of NSDL at www.evoting.nsdl.com .
Key Dates and E-Voting Details
The following table summarises the key dates and procedural details associated with the Postal Ballot process:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, May 1, 2026 |
| Email Dispatch Completion: | Monday, May 4, 2026 |
| E-Voting Start: | 9:00 a.m. (IST), Friday, May 8, 2026 |
| E-Voting End: | 5:00 p.m. (IST), Saturday, June 6, 2026 |
| Resolution Deemed Passed (if approved): | Saturday, June 6, 2026 |
| Result Announcement (latest by): | Tuesday, June 9, 2026 |
| E-Voting Facilitator: | National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) |
| Scrutinizer: | M/s Ragini Chokshi & Co., Company Secretaries (Firm Reg. No.: BA-92897) |
| RTA: | Bigshare Services Private Limited |
Only those members whose names are recorded in the Register of Members or in the Register of Beneficial Owners maintained by the Depositories as on the cut-off date, i.e., Friday, May 1, 2026, will be entitled to cast their votes by remote e-voting. Once a vote is cast, it cannot be subsequently changed.
Member Registration and Grievance Redressal
Members who have not registered their e-mail addresses are requested to do so with their concerned Depository (for shares held in dematerialised mode) or with the RTA, Bigshare Services Private Limited (for shares held in physical mode). Post successful registration, members may request the Postal Ballot notice and e-voting instructions by writing to investor@bigshareonline.com . All grievances related to the e-voting facility may be addressed to Ms. Pallavi Mhatre, Senior Manager, NSDL, at evoting@nsdl.co.in or by contacting 022-48867000.
Regulatory Compliance and Member Appeals
The company has highlighted several regulatory requirements for members:
- Dividend Payment: With effect from April 1, 2024, dividend to security holders holding securities in physical form shall be paid only through electronic mode, as mandated by SEBI. Payment will be made only after furnishing PAN, nomination details, contact details including mobile number, bank account details, and specimen signature.
- Dematerialisation of Securities: SEBI has mandated that listed companies issue securities in dematerialised form only while processing service requests such as issue of duplicate securities certificates, transmission, and transposition. Members are requested to submit duly filled and signed Form ISR-4 for such service requests.
- Special Window for Transfer Deeds: Pursuant to SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2026)-MIRSD-POD-1/3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026, the company has opened a special window for re-lodgement of transfer deeds lodged prior to April 01, 2019 and rejected or returned due to deficiencies. This window will remain open from February 05, 2026 to February 04, 2027. Securities so transferred will be credited to the transferee only in demat mode and will be under lock-in for one year from the date of registration of transfer.
- KYC Compliance: Any service request can be processed only after the folio is KYC compliant.
The voting results will be published on the company's website at www.petronetlng.in , on the websites of BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and on the NSDL website at www.evoting.nsdl.com , latest by Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
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Historical Stock Returns for Petronet LNG
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.42% | +0.71% | +10.84% | +2.58% | -8.13% | +15.78% |
Who is the candidate being proposed for appointment as Director, and what strategic expertise will they bring to Petronet LNG's board amid India's evolving LNG import landscape?
How might the newly appointed Director influence Petronet LNG's long-term capacity expansion plans, particularly for the Dahej and Kochi terminals?
Could this board-level change signal a shift in Petronet LNG's strategic direction regarding new LNG supply agreements or international partnerships?


































