Godrej Agrovet Limited, along with persons acting in concert, has confirmed that it has not created any encumbrance on its shareholding in astec lifesciences during the Financial Year 2025-26. This disclosure ensures that the promoter's holdings remain free from charges such as pledges or liens, which is critical for maintaining shareholder confidence and regulatory compliance.

The confirmation was submitted to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited on April 9, 2026. The filing was made in compliance with Regulation 31(4) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. This regulation mandates promoters to disclose any encumbrance on their shareholding to ensure transparency in the capital markets.

The declaration covers Godrej Agrovet Limited and the extensive promoter group, including key individuals such as Nadir Barjorji Godrej, Adi Barjorji Godrej, and Nisaba Godrej. It also encompasses various group entities and trusts, confirming that no direct or indirect encumbrance was made on the shares during the specified financial year.

The disclosure was signed by Vivek Raizada, Head – Legal & Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, and submitted from Mumbai. This regulatory filing is part of the ongoing compliance requirements listed under the SEBI Takeover Regulations.

Astec LifeSciences Limited has accepted the resignation of Ms. Vijayalakshmi Iyer from the position of General Manager – Human Resources. The resignation, tendered on June 5, 2026, was submitted to pursue a new opportunity and has been accepted by the Board of Directors. The company confirmed there are no other material reasons for the resignation beyond the stated career move.

The disclosure was made to the stock exchanges pursuant to Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The intimation was signed by Tejashree Pradhan, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, and submitted to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

Resignation Details

The following table outlines the key particulars of the cessation of the senior management personnel:

In her resignation letter, Ms. Iyer expressed her commitment to ensuring a smooth transition during her notice period. She stated she would work closely with the team to complete key deliverables and support the handover process effectively. She also extended her gratitude to the organization for the opportunities provided during her tenure.