Rupa & Company declares ₹3 per share dividend at 41st AGM
- Shareholders approved a final dividend of ₹3 per equity share for FY26
- Financial statements for FY26 were adopted without auditor qualifications
- Directors Prahilad Rai Agarwala and Niraj Kabra were re-appointed by rotation
- Special resolutions passed for Vikash Agarwal and Sunil Rewachand Chandiramani

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Rupa & Company held its 41st Annual General Meeting on September 18, 2026, where shareholders approved key corporate actions including a final dividend payout and director re-appointments.
The meeting was conducted via Video Conferencing/Other Audio Visual Means (VC/OAVM) in compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations and the Companies Act, 2013. Kunj Bihari Agarwal, Managing Director, presided over the proceedings as Chairman Prahlad Rai Agarwala was absent due to prior commitments.
Key Resolutions Passed
Shareholders approved several ordinary and special resolutions during the meeting. The most significant financial outcome was the declaration of a final dividend.
| Agenda Item | Resolution Type | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Declaration | Ordinary | 300% i.e. ₹3 per equity share (face value ₹1) for FY26 |
| Financial Statements | Ordinary | Adoption of Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements for FY26 |
| Director Re-appointment | Ordinary | Mr. Prahilad Rai Agarwala (retiring by rotation) |
| Director Re-appointment | Ordinary | Mr. Niraj Kabra (retiring by rotation) |
Special Business Items
The following special resolutions were also tabled and approved:
- Re-appointment of Mr. Vikash Agarwal as Whole-time Director for five years effective May 23, 2027, along with fixing his remuneration.
- Re-appointment of Mr. Sunil Rewachand Chandiramani as Independent Director for a second term of five years effective May 23, 2027.
- Revision in the terms of remuneration for Mr. Niraj Kabra, Executive Director.
Governance and Observations
The company announced the sad demise of Mr. Ashok Bhandari, Independent Director, who passed away on August 3, 2026. The board placed on record its appreciation for his services and extended condolences to his family.
Statutory Auditors and Secretarial Auditor reports for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, were taken as read with no qualifications, reservations, or adverse remarks. Remote e-voting facilities were provided through NSDL from September 15 to September 17, 2026, with additional voting time available during the meeting.
Historical Stock Returns for Rupa & Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.62% | -2.34% | -8.01% | +10.38% | -33.73% | -72.14% |
How will the re-appointment of Vikash Agarwal as Whole-time Director and the revised remuneration for Niraj Kabra impact the company's operational strategy and cost structure in FY27?
What is the timeline for appointing a successor to the late Independent Director Ashok Bhandari, and how might this vacancy affect board governance compliance in the interim?
Given the 300% dividend payout, what is management's outlook on cash flow sustainability and capital allocation priorities for upcoming infrastructure or expansion projects?


































