Starcom IT considers five-year reappointment of chairman Ziaulla Sheriff
- Starcom IT held its 31st AGM via VC/OAVM on September 30, 2026
- Special resolution proposed for Ziaulla Sheriff's five-year reappointment as MD
- Approval sought for Sheriff to continue in office beyond age 70
- Statutory audit report for FY26 was qualified, with management replies presented

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Starcom Information Technology Limited convened its 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 30, 2026, via Video Conferencing. The primary agenda involved the special resolution to re-appoint Ziaulla Sheriff as Managing Director and Chairman for a period of five years, including approval to continue in office beyond the age of 70.
The meeting commenced at 12:30 pm with CFO Mark Noronha welcoming attendees. Chairman Ziaulla Sheriff declared the meeting open after ascertaining quorum. The Notice convening the AGM, Board Report, and Accounts for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 were taken as read with member consent.
Audit qualifications addressed
The company disclosed that the statutory audit report for FY26 was qualified. CFO Mark Noronha read out the Auditors' observations along with the Management's replies to these points. Additionally, Mehul Jain, Practicing Company Secretary and Secretarial Auditor, presented the key qualifications found in the Secretarial Audit Report.
Voting and resolution process
Remote e-voting facilities were provided by NSDL for all resolutions. The Chairman stated that results would be declared following the Scrutinizer's report. The specific business items tabled are outlined below:
| Agenda Item | Particulars | Resolution Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adoption of Audited Standalone Financial Statements for FY26, Board Report, and Auditor's Report | Ordinary |
| 2 | Re-appointment of Ziaulla Sheriff as MD & Chairman for 5 years; continuation beyond age 70 under Section 196(3) | Special |
The meeting concluded at 1:00 pm, allowing shareholders a 15-minute window for venue e-voting.
How will the qualified statutory audit report for FY26 impact Starcom's credit rating and ability to secure future debt financing?
What specific governance safeguards will be implemented to mitigate risks associated with the Chairman continuing in office beyond the age of 70?
Will the disclosed secretarial audit qualifications trigger regulatory scrutiny or corrective action plans from SEBI or the stock exchanges?


























