Trio Mercantile adopts FY26 financials, appoints Kaushik Joshi as CMD
- Adopted audited standalone financial statements for FY26
- Appointed Kaushik Jagannath Joshi as Chairman and Managing Director
- Elevated Radhika Kaushik Joshi to Executive Director and CFO
- Added three new Non-Executive Independent Directors to the board

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Trio Mercantile & Trading Ltd adopted its audited standalone financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, during its 24th Annual General Meeting held on September 24, 2026. The meeting also sanctioned significant leadership changes, including the appointment of Kaushik Jagannath Joshi as Chairman and Managing Director.
The proceedings were conducted via Video Conferencing and Other Audio-Visual Means, concluding at 2:20 pm. The meeting began with the reading of the notice and a review of the company's performance during FY26 by the Chairman. Members consented to take the Notice, Directors' Report, and Auditors' Report as read, streamlining the adoption of the annual accounts.
Key governance resolutions passed
Shareholders approved several special business items focused on restructuring the board composition and executive roles. The resolutions included the re-appointment of Kaushik Jagannath Joshi, who retired by rotation, and his elevation to top executive positions.
The following table summarizes the primary appointments approved during the meeting:
| Resolution Type | Individual | Role/Appointment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Business | Kaushik Jagannath Joshi | Director (Retires by rotation) | Re-appointed |
| Special Business | Kaushik Jagannath Joshi | Executive Director | Appointed |
| Special Business | Kaushik Jagannath Joshi | Chairman and Managing Director | Appointed |
| Special Business | Radhika Kaushik Joshi | Executive Director & CFO | Appointed |
| Special Business | Jignesh Shailesh Tank | Non-Executive Non-Independent Director | Appointed |
| Special Business | Kiran Ramchandra Shelke | Non-Executive Independent Director | Appointed |
| Special Business | Vikram Navin Vador | Non-Executive Independent Director | Appointed |
| Special Business | Dhruv Suresh Bhanushali | Non-Executive Independent Director | Appointed |
Board expansion and secretarial audit
In addition to executive changes, the shareholders appointed three new Non-Executive Independent Directors to strengthen corporate governance oversight. The newly appointed independent directors are Kiran Ramchandra Shelke, Vikram Navin Vador, and Dhruv Suresh Bhanushali. Jignesh Shailesh Tank was also appointed as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director.
The meeting also addressed compliance requirements by approving the appointment of M/s. Bharat Prajapati & Co., a peer-reviewed firm of Company Secretaries, as the Secretarial Auditors of the company. Furthermore, shareholders passed a special resolution to alter the object clause of the memorandum of association, signaling potential strategic shifts in the company's operational scope.
Voting process and conclusion
The company facilitated electronic voting through Central Depository Services (India) Limited, with the voting window open from September 21 to September 23, 2026. Bharatbhai Prajapati served as the scrutinizer for the e-voting process. The results of the voting were declared and communicated to the stock exchanges as per statutory requirements.
Historical Stock Returns for Trio Mercantile & Trading
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0% | +0.45% | -17.47% | +122.00% | +226.47% | -6.72% |
How will the alteration of the memorandum of association's object clause specifically redefine Trio Mercantile & Trading's future business strategy and operational scope?
What strategic synergies or governance benefits are expected from appointing Radhika Kaushik Joshi as both Executive Director and CFO alongside Kaushik Jagannath Joshi as CMD?
How might the addition of three new independent directors influence the company's compliance posture and risk management framework in upcoming quarters?

































