Saksoft approves Re. 0.55 final dividend, appoints three directors at AGM
Saksoft Limited's 27th AGM on August 07, 2026, resulted in the approval of a Re. 0.55 final dividend for FY26, bringing total payouts to Re. 1.00 per share. Shareholders also approved the re-appointment of Ajit Thomas and the appointment of Avantika Krishna, Vaidyanathan Sreenivasan, and Mahesh Ramakant Muzumdar to the Board.

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Saksoft Limited shareholders approved a final dividend of Re. 0.55 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, during its 27th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on August 07, 2026. The payout brings the total dividend for FY26 to Re. 1.00 per share, combining the final declaration with an interim dividend of Re. 0.45 per share paid earlier in the year. In addition to the dividend approval, shareholders sanctioned key board appointments, including the induction of two new Independent Directors and one Whole Time Director, signaling continuity in leadership structure.
The meeting was chaired by Aditya Krishna, Chairman and Managing Director, and commenced at 10:30 AM (IST), concluding at 11:32 AM (IST). Conducted through Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM), the session adhered to the circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. A total of 45 members participated in the meeting, satisfying the quorum requirements under Section 103 of the Companies Act, 2013. The proceedings were scrutinized by V. Suresh, Practicing Company Secretary, with Udaya Kumar K R serving as the alternate scrutinizer.
Shareholders approved several ordinary business items, including the adoption of the audited financial statements for FY26 and the reports of the Board of Directors and auditors. A significant governance update involved the re-appointment of Ajit Thomas, Non-Executive Director (DIN: 00018691), who retires by rotation. Additionally, Avantika Krishna (DIN: 07382967) was appointed as a Whole Time Director, with her tenure scheduled from May 25, 2026, to May 24, 2031.
Under special business, the company expanded its independent oversight by appointing two new Independent Directors. Vaidyanathan Sreenivasan (DIN: 11549452) and Mahesh Ramakant Muzumdar (DIN: 02402435) were both appointed to hold office from May 25, 2026, to May 24, 2031. These appointments align with regulatory requirements for board composition and enhance the diversity of expertise within the governing body.
Key Outcomes of the 27th AGM
| Agenda Item | Detail | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Final Dividend | Re. 0.55 per Equity Share | Approved |
| Total Dividend (FY26) | Re. 1.00 per Share (Interim + Final) | Approved |
| Re-appointment | Ajit Thomas, Non-Executive Director | Approved |
| New Appointment | Avantika Krishna, Whole Time Director | Approved |
| New Appointment | Vaidyanathan Sreenivasan, Independent Director | Approved |
| New Appointment | Mahesh Ramakant Muzumdar, Independent Director | Approved |
The voting process included remote e-voting, which ran from August 03, 2026, at 9:00 AM to August 06, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Members who did not vote remotely were provided with electronic voting facilities during the live meeting. The results were disseminated to the stock exchanges in compliance with Regulation 44 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Governance and Compliance
The meeting ensured strict adherence to regulatory frameworks, including Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, and Section 121 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Chairmen of the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and Stakeholders Relationship Committee were present to address investor queries as mandated under Regulations 18, 19, and 20 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. Meera Venkatramanan, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, certified the summary of proceedings.
Historical Stock Returns for Saksoft
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.99% | -1.37% | -2.79% | +1.61% | -17.90% | +214.02% |
How might the appointment of Avantika Krishna as Whole Time Director influence Saksoft's strategic roadmap and operational efficiency over the next five years?
What specific industry expertise do the new Independent Directors, Vaidyanathan Sreenivasan and Mahesh Ramakant Muzumdar, bring that could impact the company's governance or business decisions?
Given the modest total dividend payout of Re. 1.00 per share, will Saksoft likely prioritize capital expenditure for growth initiatives over increasing shareholder returns in FY27?


































