Prudential Sugar Corporation eEGM: Independent Woman Director Appointed for 5-Year Term
Prudential Sugar Corporation convened its eEGM on May 11, 2026, under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, with 43 members attending via VC. The meeting approved a Special Resolution appointing Ms. Priyanka Rajora (DIN: 08985737) as Non-Executive Independent Woman Director for a 5-year term up to the 39th AGM in 2030, following the resignation of Ms. Shilpa Bung. The Chairman acknowledged Ms. Bung's contributions and welcomed Ms. Rajora to the Board.

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Prudential Sugar Corporation Limited convened its electronic Extra Ordinary General Meeting (eEGM) on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 02:30 pm (IST) through Video Conference (VC), pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The meeting was held in compliance with applicable circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), as well as the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder. The meeting concluded at 02:48 pm, with all requisite statutory registers and documents made available electronically for inspection by members during the proceedings.
Meeting Attendance
The eEGM was attended by a total of 43 members through VC. The following directors and officials were present at the meeting:
Directors in Attendance
| Director: | Designation | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Vinod Kumar Baid | Chairman & Director | Kolkata |
| Mr. Kurra Subba Rao | Independent Director | Hyderabad |
| Mr. Mahip Jain | Non-Executive Director | Hyderabad |
| Mr. Dilip Raj Singhvi | Independent Director / Chairman of Audit Committee | Rajasthan |
| Ms. Priyanka Rajwada | Woman Independent Director | Hyderabad |
Note: Mr. Pradeep Chaturvedi, Independent Director, was unable to attend the meeting due to unavoidable reasons.
Officials in Attendance
| Official: | Designation | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. KVLN Bhaswanth | Executive Vice President | Hyderabad |
| Mr. Sandeep Daga | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer | Kolkata |
| Ms. Sweety Kapoor | Scrutinizer | Kolkata |
Special Resolution Passed
Mr. Vinod Baid, Chairman, presided over the meeting. Mr. Sandeep Daga, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, welcomed members and confirmed the requisite quorum. He informed attendees that the Company had enabled participation through the VC facility provided via NSDL, and that members were provided the facility to exercise their right to vote through remote e-voting (from 08.05.2026 to 10.05.2026) and e-voting at the EGM. Members who joined through VC and had not cast their vote through remote e-voting were provided with the option to vote through the e-voting facility made available at the EGM.
The following Special Resolution was placed before the members for consideration:
| Resolution No.: | Details |
|---|---|
| Resolution No. 1 | Appointment of Ms. Priyanka Rajora (DIN: 08985737) as Non-Executive Independent Woman Director |
| Nature of Resolution | Special Resolution |
| Original Appointment as Additional Director | February 13, 2026 |
| Reason for Vacancy | Resignation of Ms. Shilpa Bung (DIN: 08257931) due to personal reasons and professional pre-occupations |
| Tenure | 5 years, up to the conclusion of the 39th AGM to be held in the year 2030 |
| Liability to Retire by Rotation | Not liable |
The resolution authorised the Board of Directors to carry out all necessary acts, deeds, and matters, including signing and execution of required forms and documents, to give effect to the appointment.
Chairman's Address and Proceedings
The Chairman acknowledged the contribution of the outgoing woman director, Ms. Shilpa Bung, during her tenure on the Company's Board, noting that the company had immensely benefited from her professional advice and guidance. He also welcomed Ms. Priyanka Rajora as the incoming woman director and expressed hope that she would extend her professional advice as and when required by the company. Mr. Sandeep Daga informed members that Ms. Sweety Kapoor, Company Secretary, had been appointed as Scrutinizer to scrutinize votes cast at the EGM and through remote e-voting. A consolidated Scrutinizer's report along with voting results would be submitted to the stock exchanges within prescribed timelines and uploaded on the Company's website as well as on the websites of BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange Limited.
During the open session, Mr. K Bharat Raj, a registered speaker, congratulated the Board for professionally convening the EGM for regularisation of the appointment of the woman director and suggested that the Company explore the possibility of physically convening the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. The Chairman acknowledged the suggestion and indicated it would be placed before the Board of Directors for a decision. The meeting was formally concluded at 02:48 pm by Mr. Sandeep Daga, Company Secretary.
Historical Stock Returns for Prudential Sugar Corporation
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.06% | -0.06% | -4.29% | -36.61% | -56.82% | -44.82% |
How might Ms. Priyanka Rajora's appointment as Independent Woman Director influence Prudential Sugar Corporation's corporate governance strategy and board diversity initiatives going forward?
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