Raunaq International Chairman's Passport Revoked, Appeal Filed with Central Passport Office
Raunaq International Limited disclosed that Chairman and Managing Director Surinder Paul Kanwar received passport revocation notice from Regional Passport Office and filed appeal on April 15, 2026 with Central Passport Office seeking stay and quashing of the order. This follows the company's January 23, 2026 board position that citizenship determination lies with Central Government. Kanwar has written to government ministries seeking citizenship clarification with reply still awaited.

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Raunaq International Limited has disclosed a significant development regarding its Chairman and Managing Director Surinder Paul Kanwar's passport status. The company informed BSE on April 20, 2026 that Kanwar received communication from the Regional Passport Office regarding revocation of his passport, prompting immediate legal action.
Appeal Filed Against Passport Revocation
Acting on legal advice, Kanwar promptly filed an appeal on April 15, 2026 before the competent authority at the Central Passport Office. The appeal seeks two primary reliefs:
| Relief Sought: | Details |
|---|---|
| Stay of Revocation: | Suspension of passport revocation during appeal pendency |
| Quashing of Order: | Complete nullification of the revocation order |
| Filing Date: | April 15, 2026 |
| Authority: | Central Passport Office |
Background and Board Position
This development follows the company's previous disclosure dated January 23, 2026, where the Board of Directors considered independent legal opinion regarding Kanwar's citizenship status. The Board concluded that determination of citizenship status lies exclusively with the Central Government and that Kanwar would continue as Chairman and Managing Director until any direction from the Central Government.
Communication with Government Authorities
Kanwar has separately written to key government ministries seeking clarification on his citizenship status:
| Communication Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Letter Date: | March 30, 2026 |
| Dispatch Method: | Speed Post on April 04, 2026 |
| Recipients: | Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of External Affairs |
| Status: | Reply awaited |
Company's Commitment to Transparency
The company has emphasized its commitment to maintaining transparency with stakeholders. Kanwar assured the Board that he remains fully mindful of his fiduciary duties and will continue keeping the Board informed of material developments. The company stated it will inform BSE of any material developments as required under applicable laws and regulations.
Regulatory Compliance
This disclosure was made under Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The communication was signed by Neha Patwal, Company Secretary and CFO, demonstrating the company's adherence to regulatory disclosure requirements during this sensitive matter.
Historical Stock Returns for Raunaq International
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.02% | -10.26% | -16.25% | -33.47% | -16.40% | +105.71% |
How might the Central Government's final decision on Kanwar's citizenship status impact Raunaq International's corporate governance and leadership structure?
What potential succession planning measures could the Board implement if Kanwar is required to step down from his executive roles?
Could this citizenship controversy affect Raunaq International's business operations, contracts, or regulatory approvals in India?

































