Salasar Techno re-appoints three directors, adds two independents
- Shashank Agarwal, Shalabh Agarwal, and Tripti Gupta re-appointed for five-year terms starting December 2026
- Aashish Sharma and Nidhi Jain appointed as independent directors for a two-year term
- New committee compositions chaired by Jai Krishan Aggarwal, Aashish Sharma, and Nidhi Jain
- M/s. S. Shekhar & Co appointed as Cost Auditor for FY27

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Salasar Techno Engineering re-appointed Managing Director Shashank Agarwal, Whole-time Director Shalabh Agarwal, and Whole-time Director Tripti Gupta for five-year terms. The Board also appointed Aashish Sharma and Nidhi Jain as additional independent directors.
The appointments were approved during the Board meeting held on September 5, 2026. All resolutions are subject to shareholder approval at the 25th Annual General Meeting.
Director Appointments and Tenure
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee and Audit Committee recommended the re-appointments of the existing directors. Their new terms commence on December 10, 2026, and end on December 9, 2031.
| Director | Designation | Term Start | Term End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shashank Agarwal | Managing Director | December 10, 2026 | December 9, 2031 |
| Shalabh Agarwal | Whole-time Director | December 10, 2026 | December 9, 2031 |
| Tripti Gupta | Whole-time Director | December 10, 2026 | December 9, 2031 |
Aashish Sharma and Nidhi Jain were appointed as Additional Directors under the category of Non-Executive Independent Directors. They are not liable to retire by rotation. Their tenure runs for two consecutive years, from September 5, 2026, to September 4, 2028.
Committee Reconstitution
The Board reconstituted its committees effective September 5, 2026. Key changes include:
- Audit Committee: Chaired by Independent Director Jai Krishan Aggarwal. Members include Aashish Sharma, Rajesh Agrawal, and Shashank Agarwal.
- Nomination and Remuneration Committee: Chaired by Aashish Sharma. Members include Nidhi Jain, Rajesh Agrawal, and Jai Krishan Aggarwal.
- Stakeholders Relationship Committee: Chaired by Nidhi Jain. Members include Tripti Gupta and Shalabh Agarwal.
- Risk Management Committee: Chaired by Whole-time Director Alok Kumar. Members include Shashank Agarwal and Aashish Sharma.
- Corporate Social Responsibility Committee: Chaired by Tripti Gupta. Members include Shashank Agarwal and Nidhi Jain.
Cost Auditor Appointment
On the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board appointed M/s. S. Shekhar & Co., Cost Accountants (FRN: 000452), as the Cost Auditor for the financial year 2026-27. The firm provides services in cost audit, compliance, and taxation.
Historical Stock Returns for Salasar Techno Engineering
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.36% | -11.56% | -11.86% | -31.67% | -33.42% | -10.19% |
How might the appointment of Aashish Sharma and Nidhi Jain as independent directors influence Salasar Techno Engineering's corporate governance standards and strategic oversight?
What specific operational or financial improvements are expected under the re-appointed leadership team for the 2026-2031 term?
Could the selection of M/s. S. Shekhar & Co. as Cost Auditor signal a shift in the company's approach to cost compliance and taxation strategies?


































