United Drilling Tools re-appoints two independent directors
United Drilling Tools Ltd has re-appointed Ved Prakash Mahawar and Preet Verma as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a second term effective June 25, 2026, to June 24, 2031. The re-appointments follow member approval through a postal ballot and were disclosed to BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations.

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United Drilling Tools Ltd has re-appointed Ved Prakash Mahawar and Preet Verma as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a second term. The appointments are effective from June 25, 2026, for a period of five consecutive years concluding on June 24, 2031. This decision follows the approval of the company's members through a postal ballot process.
The company disclosed the re-appointments pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The notification was submitted to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. The directors bring extensive experience in petroleum products and audit services respectively.
Director Profiles
The following table outlines the details of the re-appointed directors:
| Sr. No. | Particular | Ved Prakash Mahawar | Preet Verma |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Name of Director | Mr. Ved Prakash Mahawar | Mrs. Preet Verma |
| 2. | Reason for change | Re-appointment | Re-appointment |
| 3. | Date of appointment & term | June 25, 2026 to June 24, 2031 | June 25, 2026 to June 24, 2031 |
| 4. | Brief Profile | 45 years experience in petroleum product manufacturing and oil and gas equipment use. | Experience with Indian Audit and Accounts Services, Director of Audit (CAG), United Nations, and COO of Tech Mahindra Foundation. |
| 5. | Relationship with other Board members | No relation | No relation |
Regulatory Disclosures
The company confirmed that neither director is debarred from holding the office of director by any order issued by SEBI or other competent authorities. This disclosure aligns with requirements set forth in BSE and NSE circulars dated June 20, 2018. The re-appointments ensure continuity in the board's governance structure.
Historical Stock Returns for United Drilling Tools
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.04% | -0.84% | -6.35% | +8.96% | -4.26% | -32.93% |
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