RITES Limited Announces Cessation of Independent Director Shri Likha Togu Upon Tenure Completion
RITES Limited announced the cessation of Independent Director Shri Likha Togu (DIN: 09470640) effective April 15, 2026, upon completion of his one-year tenure. Originally appointed on April 15, 2025, following a Ministry of Railways order and subsequently approved by shareholders in September 2025, his departure is due to natural tenure completion. The company's Board will continue with eight directors, maintaining proper governance structure with executive directors, government nominees, and independent directors.

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RITES Limited has announced the cessation of Independent Director Shri Likha Togu upon completion of his tenure, as communicated to stock exchanges on April 13, 2026. The announcement comes in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Director Tenure Details
Shri Likha Togu (DIN: 09470640) was appointed as an Additional Director (Independent Director) following Ministry of Railways, Government of India order no. 2024/PL/57/38 dated April 15, 2025. The Board of Directors approved his appointment in their meeting held on April 17, 2025, for a period of one year effective from April 15, 2025, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Shri Likha Togu |
| DIN: | 09470640 |
| Position: | Independent Director |
| Appointment Date: | April 15, 2025 |
| Cessation Date: | April 15, 2026 |
| Tenure Duration: | One year |
Shareholder Approval and Cessation
The appointment was subsequently ratified by shareholders at the company's 51st Annual General Meeting held on September 23, 2025. With his tenure completing on April 14, 2026, Shri Likha Togu will cease to be an Independent Director of the company effective from April 15, 2026.
The cessation is attributed to the natural completion of his tenure rather than resignation, removal, or other circumstances. This transition follows the standard governance practices for independent directors in public sector enterprises.
Updated Board Composition
Following Shri Likha Togu's departure, RITES Limited's Board will comprise eight directors across various categories:
| S. No. | Name | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shri Rahul Mithal (DIN: 07610499) | Chairman & Managing Director |
| 2 | Dr. Deepak Tripathi (DIN: 10090267) | Director (Technical) |
| 3 | Shri Krishna Gopal Agarwal (DIN: 10239667) | Director (Finance) |
| 4 | Shri Prem Singh Meena (DIN: 10855590) | Director (Projects) |
| 5 | Shri Jayant Kumar (DIN: 07179274) | Government Nominee Director |
| 6 | Shri Vinod Kumar (DIN: 03278897) | Government Nominee Director |
| 7 | Shri Rajbir Sharma (DIN: 11105411) | Independent Director |
| 8 | Dr. Dineshananda Goswami (DIN: 09394294) | Independent Director |
Regulatory Compliance
The company has fulfilled all disclosure requirements under SEBI regulations, providing comprehensive details about the cessation to both NSE and BSE. Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Nikhil Agarwal (Membership No.: A42626) signed the regulatory filing, ensuring complete transparency in the board transition process.
The updated board structure maintains the required balance of executive directors, government nominees, and independent directors, ensuring continued effective governance and oversight of the company's operations.
Historical Stock Returns for RITES
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.68% | +8.03% | +16.11% | -11.80% | -4.63% | +86.67% |
Will RITES Limited appoint a new independent director to maintain board composition balance, and what timeline is expected for this process?
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