Terraform Magnum's Statutory Auditors Resign Citing Fee Dispute
J. D. Zatakia & Co. resigns as statutory auditors of Terraform Magnum Limited effective August 04, 2026, due to fee disputes. The firm, appointed in September 2024 for a five-year term, stated that existing fees did not match the effort required for the audit engagement. The resignation was disclosed to BSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations.

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Terraform Magnum has disclosed the resignation of its statutory auditors, M/s. J. D. Zatakia & Co., effective August 04, 2026. The audit firm cited a dispute over remuneration as the sole reason for stepping down, stating that the existing fees were not commensurate with the time and effort required to carry out the audit engagement and fulfill their responsibilities. This development forces the company to appoint a new statutory auditor ahead of its upcoming financial reporting cycles.
The resignation was formally communicated to the Board of Directors via a letter dated August 04, 2026, signed by Jitendra D. Zatakia, Proprietor of J. D. Zatakia & Co. The firm noted that discussions regarding statutory audit fees for the financial year ending March 31, 2027, did not result in an agreement. Consequently, the firm expressed its inability to continue in the role. Terraform Magnum submitted the intimation to BSE Limited on August 05, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Auditor Details and Tenure
J. D. Zatakia & Co. was originally appointed as the statutory auditor at the Annual General Meeting held on September 27, 2024. The appointment was for a five-year term covering financial years 2024-25 through 2028-29. Prior to resignation, the firm had submitted the Statutory Audit Report for the year ended March 31, 2026, dated May 26, 2026, and a Limited Review Report for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, dated July 16, 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Auditor Name | J. D. Zatakia & Co. |
| Proprietor | Jitendra D. Zatakia (Membership No. 17669) |
| Firm Registration No. | 111777W |
| Date of Appointment | September 27, 2024 |
| Scheduled Term End | Conclusion of AGM for FY 2028-29 |
| Effective Resignation Date | August 04, 2026 |
| Reason for Resignation | Fees not commensurate with time and effort |
Regulatory Compliance and Disclosures
The disclosure was made in accordance with SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD-1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023. The annexure filed with the stock exchange confirmed that there were no other material reasons for the resignation beyond the fee dispute. The auditor also declared that there were no concerns regarding management-imposed limitations on audit evidence or lack of information that would significantly impact financial statements. No alternative procedures under SA 705 (Revised) were required due to information gaps, as the issue was strictly related to fee structures rather than access to records.
Harsh Shedge, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of Terraform Magnum, signed the intimation letter. The company is now required to fill the vacancy of the statutory auditor in accordance with applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI regulations. Shareholders will be informed of the appointment of the new auditor through subsequent filings.
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