SMS Pharmaceuticals shareholders approve FY26 dividend and CMD re-appointment
- Shareholders approved the adoption of audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for FY26
- A dividend on equity shares for FY26 was declared during the 38th AGM
- Special resolution passed for re-appointment of Ramesh Babu Potluri as Chairman and Managing Director
- Approval granted for material related party transactions with VKT Pharma Private Limited
- Loan provision to subsidiary SMS Peptides Private Limited authorized via special resolution

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SMS Pharmaceuticals Limited concluded its 38th Annual General Meeting on September 29, 2026, with shareholders approving the audited financial statements for FY26 and the declaration of a dividend on equity shares. The meeting, conducted via video conference, also ratified the re-appointment of Chairman and Managing Director Ramesh Babu Potluri.
The AGM was held in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Chairman Ramesh Babu Potluri chaired the session, declaring a quorum was present. Due to regulatory guidelines, physical attendance was not required, and proxy appointments were not applicable.
Key resolutions passed
Shareholders voted on several ordinary and special business items. The adoption of standalone and consolidated financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026, received approval alongside the dividend declaration. Additionally, Dr. Sunkara Venkata Satya Shiva Prasad was re-appointed as a director retiring by rotation.
Special business included the approval of material related party transactions with VKT Pharma Private Limited and remuneration for cost auditors for FY27. Two special resolutions were passed: one for the re-appointment of Ramesh Babu Potluri as CMD with fixed remuneration, and another authorizing a loan to subsidiary SMS Peptides Private Limited.
| Item No. | Agenda Item | Resolution Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoption of audited financial statements for FY26 | Ordinary |
| 2 | Declaration of dividend on equity shares | Ordinary |
| 3 | Re-appointment of Dr. Sunkara Venkata Satya Shiva Prasad | Ordinary |
| 4 | Approval of material related party transactions with VKT Pharma Private Limited | Ordinary |
| 5 | Approval of cost auditor remuneration for FY27 | Ordinary |
| 6 | Re-appointment of Ramesh Babu Potluri as CMD and remuneration fixation | Special |
| 7 | Loan provision to subsidiary SMS Peptides Private Limited | Special |
Governance and attendance
The meeting saw participation from the full board, including Independent Directors Shravan Kudaravalli, Sarvepalli Srinivas, Dr. Suresh Kumar Gangavarapu, and Mrs. Shanti Sree Bolleni. Executive Director Vamsi Krishna Potluri and Non-Executive Directors Dr. Sunkara Venkata Satya Shiva Prasad and Trilok Potluri were also present. Statutory auditors from M/s Suryanarayana & Suresh Chartered Accountants attended virtually.
E-voting was facilitated by Central Depository Services (India) Limited, with remote voting open from September 25 to September 28, 2026. Mr. C. Sudhir Babu of M/s CSB Associates served as the scrutinizer for the e-voting process. The consolidated results of the remote and live e-voting are expected to be announced within two working days.
Historical Stock Returns for SMS Pharmaceuticals
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.73% | +2.77% | +34.83% | +24.15% | +90.48% | +220.99% |
How will the approved loan to SMS Peptides Private Limited impact the company's future capital allocation strategy and debt profile?
What specific growth initiatives or product pipelines are being supported by the material related party transactions with VKT Pharma Private Limited?
How might the re-appointment of Ramesh Babu Potluri as CMD influence the company's long-term strategic direction and investor confidence?


































