Piccadily Agro Industries Limited has issued a Postal Ballot Notice dated April 28, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, seeking member approval for the appointment of a new statutory auditor. The notice was intimated to the stock exchanges on May 18, 2026, and pertains to a single item of special business requiring an Ordinary Resolution. The remote e-voting process is being facilitated through National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL), with the cut-off date for eligible shareholders established as Friday, May 15, 2026.

Reason for Casual Vacancy

The members of the Company had, at the 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on September 28, 2022, appointed M/s Jain & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 001361N) as Statutory Auditors to hold office from the conclusion of the 28th AGM until the conclusion of the 33rd Annual General Meeting. However, M/s Jain & Associates vide their letter dated April 28, 2026, tendered their resignation from the position of Statutory Auditor, citing personal reasons and non-renewal of their Peer Review Certificate. This resignation created a casual vacancy in the office of Statutory Auditor as envisaged under Section 139(8) of the Companies Act, 2013.

Proposed Appointment of New Statutory Auditors

The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on April 28, 2026, and as per the recommendation of the Audit Committee, approved the appointment of M/s Rattan Kaur & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 022513N) to fill the casual vacancy, subject to member approval through Postal Ballot. The key details of the proposed appointment are summarised below:

M/s Rattan Kaur & Associates is a partnership firm established in 2009, comprising 4 Chartered Accountants with experience in auditing, taxation, and finance. The firm conducts audits of banks, internal audits, and statutory audits of listed and unlisted private and limited companies. The Company has received a consent letter and eligibility certificate from the firm confirming that their appointment, if made, would be within the limits prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013.

E-Voting Schedule and Process

The Postal Ballot Notice is being sent exclusively through electronic mode to members whose email addresses are registered with the Company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, M/s MAS Services Limited, or with Depository Participants, as on the cut-off date of May 15, 2026. The remote e-voting schedule is as follows:

The proposed resolution, if assented to by the requisite majority, shall be deemed to be passed on June 18, 2026, the last date specified for e-voting. The Scrutinizer will submit his report to the Chairman or any person authorised by him, and the Postal Ballot results will be submitted to the stock exchanges within 2 (Two) working days from the conclusion of the e-voting period.

Availability of Results and Documents

The results of the Postal Ballot and e-voting, along with the Scrutinizer's Report, will be published on the Company's website at www.piccadily.com and on the NSDL e-voting website at www.evoting.nsdl.com within 2 (Two) working days from the conclusion of the e-voting period. The results will also be submitted to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Documents referred to in the Postal Ballot Notice will be available for electronic inspection until June 18, 2026. Members seeking inspection may write to the Company at cs@piccadily.com with the subject line "Inspection of Documents". None of the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, or their relatives are stated to be concerned or interested, financially or otherwise, in the proposed Ordinary Resolution.

Piccadily Agro Industries has announced that its distillery arm, Piccadily Distillery, secured top honours across two of the world's most prestigious spirits competitions — the London Spirits Competition 2026 and the Asian Spirits Masters 2026 — marking a significant milestone for Indian spirits on the global stage. The announcement was made via a press release dated 12th May 2026.

London Spirits Competition 2026: Standout Performances Across Categories

At the London Spirits Competition 2026 (UK), Piccadily Distillery's portfolio delivered notable results across multiple spirit categories. The following table summarises the awards received:

Indri Agneya was awarded an exceptional 95 points and crowned 'Indian Single Malt Whisky of the Year', described as one of the competition's highest distinctions. Cashmir Vodka achieved an outstanding 96 points and a Double Gold rating, placing it among the highest-scoring spirits in its category.

Asian Spirits Masters 2026: A Clean Sweep of Master Awards

Building on its performance at the London Spirits Competition, Piccadily Distillery achieved a clean sweep at the Asian Spirits Masters 2026, securing Master Awards — the competition's highest honour — across three distinct expressions. Additionally, Camikara Rum 3-Year-Old earned a Gold Medal, further underscoring the distillery's breadth across its rum portfolio.

This cross-category recognition spans whisky, rum, and vodka, reflecting a broad range of craftsmanship from a single distillery.

Company Statement

Commenting on the accolades, Shalini Sharma, Head of Marketing, Piccadily Distillery, said: "These accolades mark a shift in global perception. Piccadily isn't just competing; we're setting new benchmarks. Across whisky, rum and vodka, our portfolio showcases the depth, quality and innovation of Indian spirits. This recognition reinforces our belief that India is ready to lead the global stage. We're proud to represent India and redefine how the world experiences its spirits."

About Piccadily Agro Industries Limited

Piccadily Agro Industries Limited (PAIL) is a publicly listed company with manufacturing facilities in Indri, Haryana and Chhattisgarh, equipped for the production of Malt Spirit, Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA) and Ethanol. The company operates in the premium spirits segment with brands including Indri Single Malt, Camikara, Kashmir, and Whistler, which have gained recognition across domestic and international markets. PAIL has noted that Indri Single Malt has become one of the fastest-growing single malt whisky brands globally.