Sunrise Efficient Marketing Limited shareholders unanimously approved the regularisation of Mr. Hitesh Gunvantbhai Desai and Mr. Nirav Manoj Kumar Desai as Non-Executive Independent Directors during the 06th Annual General Meeting held on September 24, 2026.

The appointments, initially made by the Board as Additional Directors effective January 17, 2026, have now been ratified by shareholders for a first term of five consecutive years, extending their tenure until September 23, 2031. The meeting, conducted at the registered office in Surat, Gujarat, saw zero votes cast against any resolution, reflecting complete shareholder alignment with the Board's governance decisions.

Director profiles and tenure

The regularisation follows the conclusion of the directors' initial tenure as Additional Directors. Both individuals bring distinct sector expertise to the board, complementing the company's operational needs.

Mr. Desai (Hitesh) holds qualifications including B.Com from S.P. University and specialized training in SAP R/3 systems. His background includes managing logistics contracts and ensuring compliance with ISO standards. Mr. Desai (Nirav) holds a Ph.D. in Life Sciences from Ahmedabad University and has served in leadership roles at Cadila Pharmaceuticals and Novavax joint ventures.

AGM voting outcomes and attendance

The meeting facilitated remote e-voting from September 21 to September 23, 2026, with physical voting conducted via ballot papers on the day of the meeting. CS Pinal Kandarp Shukla of M/s Dhirren R. Dave & Co served as the Scrutinizer, certifying the process as fair and transparent.

Key attendance figures from the scrutinizer's report include:

The total number of shares held by those voting represented 43.92% of the company's outstanding share capital. Promoter group members accounted for 7 attendees, while public shareholders numbered 9. No shareholders attended via video conferencing.

Other resolutions adopted

In addition to the director regularisations, members approved the adoption of audited financial statements for FY26 and the re-appointment of statutory auditors. The following ordinary and special resolutions were also considered and passed:

Mr. Lejas Hemantrai Desai served as the Chairperson of the meeting. Key managerial personnel present included Mrs. Bhranti Gaurav Desai, Chief Financial Officer, and Mrs. Nandini Patel, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer. The statutory auditor was represented by Sumit Bihani of SBMG & Co.

Sunrise Efficient Marketing Joint Managing Director Mitali Lejas Desai received the Best Woman Owned SME award at the Top 50 SMEs Gujarat Awards on September 5, 2026. The recognition highlights her leadership in the energy-efficiency sector.

Desai also served on an expert panel discussing SME resilience and future readiness. The panel focused on technology adoption, professional systems, and sustainable business models for small enterprises.

Award Recognition

The award acknowledges Desai’s contribution to entrepreneurship and the growth of Sunrise Efficient Marketing. The company operates in electric motors, variable frequency drives, pumps, and allied energy-efficiency products. It also provides AC drive repair and annual maintenance services.

Desai stated the award reflects collective efforts by the team, customers, and stakeholders. She emphasized the need for women entrepreneurs to take leadership roles in industrial sectors to drive economic growth.

Panel Discussion

During the event, Desai joined industry leaders to discuss strengthening SME businesses. Key topics included adapting to market changes, embracing innovation, and developing skilled human resources. She noted that continuous evolution is essential for remaining competitive.

Sunrise Efficient Marketing remains focused on expanding its market presence through customer-centricity and professional management. The company aims to create long-term value for shareholders and business partners.