Trio Mercantile passes all 11 AGM resolutions; appoints Kaushik Joshi as CMD
- All 11 resolutions at Trio Mercantile's 24th AGM were passed, including financial statement adoption and board changes.
- Kaushik Jagannath Joshi was appointed Chairman and Managing Director with 96.68% votes in favour from public shareholders.
- Radhika Kaushik Joshi was appointed Executive Director & CFO, receiving 96.68% support from public shareholders.
- Three new Non-Executive Independent Directors were appointed: Kiran Ramchandra Shelke, Vikram Navin Vador, and Dhruv Suresh Bhanushali.

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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 |
Voting results and shareholder participation
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.
According to the scrutinizer's report dated September 25, 2026, all 11 resolutions proposed in the notice were passed. The total number of shareholders on the record date was 12,160. A total of 14 promoters and 93 public shareholders attended the meeting through video conferencing.
Key voting outcomes for major appointments are detailed below:
| Resolution | Description | Votes In Favour (%) | Votes Against (%) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Res 1 | Adoption of FY26 Financial Statements | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Res 2 | Re-appointment of Kaushik J. Joshi | 96.68% | 3.32% | Passed |
| Res 4 | Appointment of Kaushik J. Joshi as ED | 96.68% | 3.32% | Passed |
| Res 5 | Appointment of Kaushik J. Joshi as CMD | 96.68% | 3.32% | Passed |
| Res 6 | Appointment of Radhika K. Joshi as ED & CFO | 96.68% | 3.32% | Passed |
| Res 7 | Appointment of Jignesh S. Tank as NED-NI | 99.57% | 0.43% | Passed |
| Res 8 | Appointment of Kiran R. Shelke as NED-ID | 99.58% | 0.42% | Passed |
| Res 9 | Appointment of Vikram N. Vador as NED-ID | 99.58% | 0.42% | Passed |
| Res 10 | Appointment of Dhruv S. Bhanushali as NED-ID | 99.58% | 0.42% | Passed |
| Res 11 | Alteration of Object Clause | 99.93% | 0.07% | Passed |
Note: For resolutions where promoters had an interest (Resolutions 2, 4, 5, 6), their votes were treated as invalid or excluded from the valid vote count calculation in the final percentage, resulting in a lower total vote base compared to other resolutions.
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.
Historical Stock Returns for Trio Mercantile & Trading
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +4.74% | -3.91% | +4.74% | +140.22% | +194.67% | -6.75% |
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