Power Mech Projects AGM resolutions pass; ESOP plan gets 79.78% support
- All nine resolutions at Power Mech Projects' 27th AGM were passed with requisite majority
- ESOP plan approvals secured 79.78% assent but faced 18.88% dissent (~5.06M shares)
- Financial statements and dividend declarations received >98.6% shareholder support
- Scrutinizer report submitted on September 18, 2026, confirming vote counts
- New Independent Director Vasundhara Sinha appointed with 98.66% support
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Power Mech Projects shareholders approved all nine resolutions at its 27th Annual General Meeting on September 17, 2026. The scrutinizer’s report confirms the outcomes, with the Employee Stock Option Plan receiving significant backing despite notable dissent.
The virtual meeting concluded with Mr. D.S. Rao, the appointed Scrutinizer, submitting his report on September 18, 2026. He confirmed that all resolutions were passed with the requisite majority following remote e-voting from September 13 to September 16, 2026, and electronic voting during the session.
Voting Results Overview
Shareholder participation was robust across all items. The company received votes from over 260 unique shareholders, representing more than 26.8 million shares held as of the record date.
| Resolution Item | Assent % | Dissent % | Abstained/Invalid Shares |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adoption of Financial Statements (FY26) | 98.66% | 0.0001% | 358,707 |
| Declaration of Dividend | 98.66% | 0.0001% | 358,640 |
| Re-appointment of M. Rajiv Kumar | 98.51% | 0.146% | 358,694 |
| Appointment of Vasundhara Sinha (Ind. Dir.) | 98.66% | 0.0004% | 358,681 |
| Approval of ESOP Plan - 2026 | 79.78% | 18.88% | 358,668 |
| ESOP Plan extension to Subsidiaries | 79.78% | 18.88% | 358,655 |
| Ratification of Cost Auditors' fees | 98.66% | 0.007% | 358,692 |
| Consultancy fees to M. Rajiv Kumar | 98.61% | 0.051% | 358,679 |
| Commission for Independent Directors | 98.66% | 0.0008% | 358,665 |
Key Resolutions and Governance
The most significant divergence in voting occurred regarding the employee benefit plans. The approval for the "Power Mech Projects Limited - Employee Stock Option Plan - 2026" and its extension to subsidiary employees both secured 79.78% assent. However, these resolutions also faced 18.88% dissent, representing approximately 5.06 million shares opposed to the dilution potential.
All other resolutions, including the adoption of audited financial statements for FY26 and the declaration of dividends, saw overwhelming support exceeding 98.5%. The appointment of Mrs. Vasundhara Sinha as an Independent Director and the re-appointment of Mr. M. Rajiv Kumar also passed with near-unanimous consent.
Meeting Details
The 27th AGM commenced at 9:30 am and concluded at approximately 10:48 am via Video Conferencing/Other Audio-Visual Means. Fifty-four shareholders participated in the live proceedings. Mr. M. Raghavendra Prasad, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, confirmed the quorum through the NSDL e-AGM portal.
Key attendees included Chairman and Managing Director Mr. Sajja Kishore Babu, Whole-time Director Mr. Sajja Rohit, and CFO Mr. N. Nani Aravind. The Board acknowledged the contributions of retired Independent Directors Mrs. Lasya Yerramneni and Mr. Vivek Paranjpe, and noted the departure of Mrs. Sajja Lakshmi.
Historical Stock Returns for Power Mech Projects
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.23% | -2.54% | +2.66% | +1.73% | -13.89% | 0.0% |
How might the 18.88% dissent against the ESOP plan influence Power Mech Projects' future capital structure and potential dilution concerns for minority shareholders?
What strategic rationale is the board expected to provide for extending the ESOP to subsidiaries, and how will this impact employee retention in key project execution units?
Given the near-unanimous approval of dividends, does this signal a shift towards higher payout ratios that could constrain internal funding for upcoming infrastructure projects?
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