Vaishali Pharma seeks nod for director re-appointments, pay revision
Vaishali Pharma Limited has announced a postal ballot to secure shareholder approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Pratik Vikram Jakhelia as Independent Director, Mr. Atul Arvind Vasani as Managing Director, and Mrs. Jagruti Vasani as Whole-Time Director, along with a remuneration hike for Director cum CFO Mr. Dewansh Ajay Vasani. The e-voting process runs from June 4 to July 3, 2026, with results expected by July 7, 2026. The proposed remuneration for the Managing Director and Whole-Time Director exceeds statutory limits, requiring approval via special resolution.

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vaishali pharma has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the re-appointment of three directors and a revision in remuneration for its Director cum Chief Financial Officer. The resolutions, which require special approval, pertain to the re-appointment of Mr. Pratik Vikram Jakhelia as an Independent Director, Mr. Atul Arvind Vasani as Managing Director, and Mrs. Jagruti Vasani as a Whole-Time Director, alongside a remuneration increase for Mr. Dewansh Ajay Vasani.
The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 23, 2026, approved the proposals based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The re-appointments are for a term of five years, commencing from May 23, 2026, for the executive directors and from October 1, 2026, for the Independent Director. The remuneration revisions for Mr. Atul Arvind Vasani and Mrs. Jagruti Vasani exceed the limits prescribed under Schedule V of the Companies Act, 2013, necessitating shareholder consent via special resolution.
The company has engaged Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) to facilitate the remote e-voting process. The voting period begins at 10:00 A.M. IST on Thursday, June 4, 2026, and ends at 5:00 P.M. IST on Friday, July 3, 2026. Shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members or Register of Beneficial Owners as on the cut-off date of May 22, 2026, are eligible to vote.
Remuneration Details
The postal ballot notice outlines specific remuneration structures for the directors seeking re-appointment and the proposed revision for the CFO. The remuneration for Mr. Atul Arvind Vasani is proposed to increase from ₹84 Lakhs per annum to ₹96 Lakhs per annum, while Mrs. Jagruti Vasani’s remuneration is set to rise from ₹24 Lakhs per annum to ₹30 Lakhs per annum.
| Director | Proposed Remuneration | Previous Remuneration | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Atul Arvind Vasani (Managing Director) | ₹96,00,000 per annum | ₹84,00,000 per annum | 5 years (May 23, 2026 to May 22, 2031) |
| Mrs. Jagruti Vasani (Whole-Time Director) | ₹30,00,000 per annum | ₹24,00,000 per annum | 5 years (May 23, 2026 to May 22, 2031) |
| Mr. Dewansh Ajay Vasani (Director cum CFO) | ₹24,00,000 per annum | ₹18,00,000 per annum | Effective from May 23, 2026 |
The re-appointment of Mr. Pratik Vikram Jakhelia as an Independent Director is for a second term of five years, ending on September 30, 2031. He is not liable to retire by rotation and will be entitled to sitting fees and remuneration for attending Board and Committee meetings as approved by the Board.
Voting and Results
HD and Associates, Practicing Company Secretary, has been appointed as the Scrutinizer to ensure the conduct of the postal ballot is fair and transparent. The results of the postal ballot will be announced on or before 5:00 P.M. IST on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, and will be submitted to the stock exchanges within two working days of the conclusion of the e-voting period.
In compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars, the notice is being sent only through electronic mode to members whose email addresses are registered with the company or depositories. The company has stated that hard copies of the postal ballot notice and forms will not be dispatched to members.
Historical Stock Returns for Vaishali Pharma
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.82% | +1.96% | -2.02% | -15.74% | -43.65% | +98.91% |
How will the increased remuneration packages impact the company's operational profitability and shareholder returns over the next five years?
What strategic growth initiatives does the board plan to prioritize during the new five-year tenure of the re-appointed executive directors?
Could the significant remuneration hikes, exceeding Schedule V limits, trigger any dissent from institutional investors during the e-voting process?



























