Photoquip India reappoints Dhaval Soni, appoints Umang Gala
Photoquip India Ltd reappointed Dhaval J. Soni as Whole-Time Director and appointed Umang Pradip Gala as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing AGM. The Board meeting held on May 28, 2026, also approved the draft notice for the 34th AGM, the Director's Report for FY 2025-26, and the reconstitution of Board committees. Additionally, M/s. HRU & Associates resigned as Secretarial Auditors, and M/s. Jay Bhatt & Associates were appointed for a five-year term from FY 2026-2027 to FY 2030-2031.

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Photoquip India Ltd has approved the re-appointment of Dhaval J. Soni as Whole-Time Director and the appointment of Umang Pradip Gala as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Board of Directors, in their meeting held on May 28, 2026, also approved the draft notice for the 34th AGM and the Director's Report for the Financial Year 2025-26. These decisions are part of the company's corporate governance updates under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Board and Committee Changes
The Board recommended the re-appointment of a Director retiring by rotation and took note of the completion of the second and final consecutive term of Ms. Parvin Jahabux Dumasia as a Non-Executive Independent Director, effective from the conclusion of the upcoming AGM. To align with these changes, the Board approved the reconstitution of various committees. Furthermore, the Board approved the regularization of Chaitali Oza as a Non-Executive and Non-Independent Director.
Director Appointments
The appointments of Dhaval J. Soni and Umang Pradip Gala are effective from May 28, 2026, and are subject to shareholder approval for a term of five consecutive years. Dhaval J. Soni, one of the first Directors of the company, is actively involved in marketing and day-to-day operations. Umang Pradip Gala is a B.com graduate with experience in the finance field.
| Name | Reason for Change | Date of Appointment | Term of Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dhaval Soni | Reappointment as whole-time director | 28-05-2026 | Up to ensuing AGM, subject to approval, for 5 years |
| Umang Pradip Gala | Appointment as additional director (Non-executive Independent) | 28-05-2026 | Up to ensuing AGM, subject to approval, for 5 years |
Secretarial Auditor Changes
M/s. HRU & Associates resigned as Secretarial Auditors due to personal reasons, effective from the conclusion of the Board Meeting on May 28, 2026. To fill the vacancy, the Board appointed M/s. Jay Bhatt & Associates as the new Secretarial Auditors for a tenure of five financial years, commencing from FY 2026-2027 to FY 2030-2031. The firm specializes in Corporate Laws, SEBI Compliances, and Secretarial Audits.
AGM Procedures
The Board appointed M/s. Jay Bhatt & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries, as the Scrutinizer to conduct the e-voting process for the AGM. National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) was appointed to provide remote e-voting facilities during the upcoming AGM. The meeting also approved the Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2025-2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Photoquip
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.15% | +7.70% | +5.05% | +2.60% | -15.02% | +92.38% |
How will the expertise of the newly appointed independent director, Umang Pradip Gala, influence the company's financial strategy over the next five years?
What specific corporate governance improvements does the Board anticipate following the appointment of M/s. Jay Bhatt & Associates as Secretarial Auditors?
With the regularization of Chaitali Oza as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, what changes can be expected in the Board's decision-making dynamics?


































