Transrail Lighting re-appoints Ashish Gupta and Ranjit Jatar as Independent Directors
Transrail Lighting approved the re-appointment of Mr. Ashish Gupta and Mr. Ranjit Jatar as Non-Executive Independent Directors for five years from August 10, 2026, and Mr. Sanjay Kumar Verma as Non-Executive Vice Chairman from September 27, 2026. These appointments are subject to shareholder approval via a special resolution. Independent Director Mr. Vinod Dasari will complete his term on August 9, 2026, and will not seek re-appointment.

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Transrail Lighting Limited has approved the re-appointment of Mr. Ashish Gupta and Mr. Ranjit Jatar as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a second term of five years commencing August 10, 2026. The Board of Directors also approved the re-appointment of Mr. Sanjay Kumar Verma as a Non-Executive Director designated as Vice Chairman. These decisions were taken during a board meeting held on June 29, 2026, and are subject to the approval of shareholders by way of a special resolution.
The re-appointments aim to ensure continuity in the company's governance structure. Mr. Ashish Gupta (DIN: 07998166) brings extensive experience in the infrastructure sector, specializing in project management and arbitration. Mr. Ranjit Jatar (DIN: 01526405) is a Chartered Accountant with leadership experience across finance, human resources, and general management. Mr. Sanjay Kumar Verma (DIN: 08235643), re-appointed as Vice Chairman effective September 27, 2026, is a technocrat entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in international joint ventures and Mergers & Acquisitions.
The Board noted that Mr. Vinod Dasari (DIN: 03456577) will complete his first term as a Non-Executive Independent Director on August 9, 2026. He has decided not to seek re-appointment for a second term due to personal reasons. The Board expressed its appreciation for his contributions during his tenure.
To facilitate the approvals, the Board approved the draft Postal Ballot Notice. Shareholders will vote on the re-appointments of Mr. Jatar, Mr. Gupta, and Mr. Verma, as well as approvals for the payment of commission to Non-Executive Directors and specifically to Mr. Verma. The necessary disclosures and the postal ballot notice will be communicated in due course.
Director Re-appointment Details
| Director | Role | Term Commencement | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Ashish Gupta | Non-Executive Independent Director | August 10, 2026 | 5 years |
| Mr. Ranjit Jatar | Non-Executive Independent Director | August 10, 2026 | 5 years |
| Mr. Sanjay Kumar Verma | Non-Executive Director (Vice Chairman) | September 27, 2026 | Liable to retire by rotation |
Historical Stock Returns for Transrail Lighting
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.79% | -0.76% | +7.19% | -8.77% | -20.85% | -7.14% |
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