Star Health accepts resignation of Utpal Sheth and appoints him as Additional Director
Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited accepted the resignation of Mr. Utpal Sheth as Nominee Director representing the estate of Late Mr. Rakesh Jhunjunwala, effective June 26, 2026, due to the withdrawal of nomination. The Board appointed him as an Additional Director representing Sitara Partners LLP, subject to member approval. Additionally, Independent Directors Mr. Rajeev Krishnamuralilal Agarwal and Ms. Rajni Sekhri Sibal will retire on July 15, 2026.

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Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited accepted the resignation of Mr. Utpal Sheth as Nominee Director representing the estate of Late Mr. Rakesh Jhunjunwala, effective June 26, 2026. The resignation follows the transmission of 8,28,82,958 Equity Shares previously held by Late Mr. Rakesh Jhunjunwala and the subsequent withdrawal of nomination by the estate. Consequently, the Board appointed Mr. Utpal Hemendra Sheth as an Additional Director under the Non-Executive category representing Sitara Partners LLP, the Promoter, effective June 26, 2026, subject to member approval.
The Board also recorded the retirement of two Independent Directors. Mr. Rajeev Krishnamuralilal Agarwal and Ms. Rajni Sekhri Sibal will retire from the close of business hours on July 15, 2026, upon completion of their term of five consecutive years. The Board expressed its appreciation for their contributions during their tenure.
The transmission of shares was executed based on a Probate issued by the Honourable High Court of Bombay on December 18, 2023. The appointment of Mr. Sheth as Additional Director representing Sitara Partners LLP was approved by IRDAI on April 06, 2026. He is slated to serve as Nominee Director representing Sitara Partners LLP subject to the approval of the members.
Mr. Sheth is the Founder and Mentor of Trust Group and Chanakya Wealth Creation. He previously served as the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Partner of Rare Enterprises. With a career spanning over 35 years, he possesses extensive experience in investment management, fund raising, M&A, and corporate advisory. The Board confirmed that Mr. Sheth is not related to any other Director of the Company and is not debarred from holding the office of Director by SEBI or any other authority.
Key Board Changes
| Name | Designation | Reason for Change | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Utpal Hemendra Sheth | Nominee Director (Late Mr. Rakesh Jhunjunwala) | Resignation due to withdrawal of nomination | June 26, 2026 |
| Mr. Utpal Hemendra Sheth | Additional Director (Non-Executive) | Appointment representing Sitara Partners LLP | June 26, 2026 |
| Mr. Rajeev Krishnamuralilal Agarwal | Independent Director | Retirement upon completion of tenure | July 15, 2026 |
| Ms. Rajni Sekhri Sibal | Independent Director | Retirement upon completion of tenure | July 15, 2026 |
Historical Stock Returns for Star Health Insurance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.20% | +2.38% | +10.32% | +26.52% | +38.72% | -35.17% |
How will the replacement of two Independent Directors impact the governance balance of the Board?
What strategic direction will Mr. Sheth prioritize for Star Health given his extensive M&A background?
Will the estate of Late Mr. Rakesh Jhunjunwala reduce its shareholding further following this transmission?































