Shadowfax Technologies Appoints S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP as Statutory Auditor; Re-appoints Grant Thornton Bharat LLP as Internal Auditors
Shadowfax Technologies Limited, at its Board meeting on May 14, 2026, approved the appointment of M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP as Statutory Auditor for five consecutive years from the conclusion of the 11th AGM to the 16th AGM (FY 2030-31), subject to shareholders' approval. This follows the scheduled retirement of M/s B S R & Co. LLP, which was appointed for a second term at the 6th AGM held on November 29, 2021. The Board also re-appointed M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP as Internal Auditors for FY 2026-27 for a term of one year. Both disclosures were made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations.

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Shadowfax Technologies Limited announced two key auditor-related decisions at its Board meeting held on May 14, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Board approved the appointment of M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP as the new Statutory Auditor and the re-appointment of M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP as Internal Auditors, as disclosed to the stock exchanges.
Statutory Auditor Appointment
The appointment of M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP as Statutory Auditor follows the scheduled retirement of the incumbent auditor, M/s B S R & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants. M/s B S R & Co. LLP had been appointed as Statutory Auditors for a second term of five years at the 6th AGM of the Company held on November 29, 2021, and is set to retire at the ensuing 11th AGM. Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board approved the new appointment, which remains subject to shareholders' approval at the ensuing 11th AGM.
The key details of the statutory auditor appointment are summarised below:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Auditor Appointed: | M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP |
| Date of Appointment: | May 14, 2026 |
| Term: | Five consecutive years |
| Commencing From: | Conclusion of the 11th AGM (FY 2025-26) |
| Until: | Conclusion of the 16th AGM (FY 2030-31) |
| Subject To: | Shareholders' approval at the ensuing 11th AGM |
| ICAI Firm Registration No.: | 101049W/E300004 |
Profile of M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP
M/s S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP is a limited liability partnership firm incorporated in India in 1949, with its registered office in Kolkata and offices across key cities in India. The firm is registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). The S.R. Batliboi & Affiliates network of firms includes:
- S.R. Batliboi & Co LLP
- S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP
- S R B C & CO LLP
- S.V. Ghatalia & Associates LLP
All network firms are primarily engaged in providing audit and assurance services, and collectively audit several large listed and private companies across diverse market segments including Industrial, Infrastructure, Consumer Products, Financial Services, Technology, Media and Entertainment, Telecommunications, and Professional Services.
Re-appointment of Internal Auditors
The Board also approved the re-appointment of M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP as Internal Auditors of the Company for the financial year 2026-27. The key details are as follows:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Internal Auditor Re-appointed: | M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP |
| Date of Re-appointment: | May 14, 2026 |
| Term: | One year |
| Financial Year: | 2026-27 |
Profile of M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
M/s Grant Thornton Bharat LLP is a founding member firm of the Grant Thornton International network and is engaged in consulting services with a focus on ESG & Risk Consulting practice. The engagement partner, Manohar Mangalwedhe, is a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and brings over 19 years of experience in the risk consulting domain. His expertise spans internal audits across diverse sectors including retail, consumer, technology, pharma, and industrial products.
Regulatory Disclosure
The disclosures were made in accordance with Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI Listing Regulations and SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026. The information has also been made available on the Company's investor relations website. The disclosure was signed by Krishnakanth Venkata Gangavarapu, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (ICSI Membership No. A17291).
Historical Stock Returns for Shadowfax Technologies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +14.67% | +10.91% | +36.30% | +71.46% | +71.46% | +71.46% |
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