Rishabh Digha Steel sets Sept 28 AGM, seeks MD reappointment approval
- Rishabh Digha Steel schedules 35th AGM for September 28, 2026, to approve board changes and FY26 results
- Shareholders to vote on reappointment of MD Ashok Maganlal Mehta with annual remuneration up to ₹24 lakh
- Viral Snehal Chinai appointed as additional independent director effective September 3, 2026
- Hardik Makwana resigns as independent director; Krishna Kumar Omprakash Dubey retires by rotation

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Rishabh Digha Steel & Allied Products has scheduled its 35th annual general meeting for September 28, 2026, to approve key board appointments and adopt financial results for FY26. The meeting will address the reappointment of managing director Ashok Maganlal Mehta and the regularization of independent director Viral Snehal Chinai.
The company’s board approved these corporate governance decisions on September 3, 2026. Alongside the appointments, the board accepted the resignation of Hardik Makwana as an independent director due to professional commitments. The AGM will also see the reappointment of Krishna Kumar Omprakash Dubey, who retires by rotation.
Board Appointments and Resignations
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee recommended the appointment of Mr. Viral Snehal Chinai (DIN: 11906624) as a non-executive independent director. He joins the board for a five-year term effective September 3, 2026, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM. Mr. Chinai holds a bachelor’s degree and does not hold any shares in the company.
Mr. Ashok Maganlal Mehta (DIN: 00163206), the current managing director, was reappointed for a further five-year term from September 8, 2026, to September 7, 2031. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval via a special resolution. Mr. Mehta holds 3,28,044 shares in the company.
| Director Name | Designation | Action | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viral Snehal Chinai | Non-Executive Independent Director | Appointment | September 3, 2026 |
| Hardik Makwana | Independent Director | Resignation | September 3, 2026 |
| Ashok Maganlal Mehta | Managing Director | Reappointment | Pending Shareholder Approval |
| Krishna Kumar Omprakash Dubey | Non-Executive Director | Reappointment (Rotation) | Pending Shareholder Approval |
Remuneration Details for Managing Director
The explanatory statement discloses that Mr. Mehta will receive remuneration of up to ₹24,00,000 per annum for the five-year tenure. This amount includes salary, perquisites, benefits, incentives, and other allowances. In the event of loss or inadequate profit, this amount will be paid as minimum remuneration subject to Schedule V of the Companies Act, 2013.
Annual General Meeting Details
The company fixed the date for its 35th annual general meeting as Monday, September 28, 2026, at 9:30 am. The meeting will be held at the registered office in Mumbai: 1, Floor-GRD, Plot-514B, Amar Kunj, R P Masani Road, Road No 32 Khalsa College, Matunga.
Key logistical details for shareholders include:
- The cut-off date for determining voting rights is September 21, 2026.
- E-voting will commence on Thursday, September 24, 2026, and close on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
- The register of members and share transfer books will remain closed from Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to Monday, September 28, 2026.
The board appointed M/S Jaymin Modi & Co as the scrutinizer for the AGM. The Director’s Report and Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, were considered and approved during the board meeting.
Historical Stock Returns for Rishabh Digha Steel & Allied Products
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.03% | -5.29% | +5.02% | +10.74% | +1.58% | +54.80% |
How might the reappointment of Managing Director Ashok Maganlal Mehta influence the company's strategic direction and operational efficiency over the next five years?
What impact could the resignation of Independent Director Hardik Makwana have on the board's diversity of expertise and corporate governance oversight?
Will the appointment of Viral Snehal Chinai as a new independent director bring specific industry insights that align with Rishabh Digha's growth objectives?


































