Veejay Lakshmi Engineering shareholders approve FY26 financials with 100% support
- Shareholders approved FY26 financial statements with 100% support
- Smt Arthi Anand reappointed as director replacing retirement by rotation
- Promoter group contributed ~99.89% of the 2.1 million votes cast
- Total turnout represented 41.42% of outstanding shares

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Veejay Lakshmi Engineering Works secured unanimous approval for its FY26 financial statements and the reappointment of Smt Arthi Anand as a director at its 51st Annual General Meeting. The resolutions passed with 100% of the votes cast, reflecting strong shareholder backing.
The meeting was held on September 14, 2026, in Coimbatore, with proceedings presided over by Chairman and Managing Director J. Anand. A total of 27 shareholders attended the physical session, comprising one promoter group representative and 26 public shareholders. The quorum was present, allowing the meeting to commence at 10:00 am and conclude at 12:30 pm.
Voting Results
The scrutinizer’s report, submitted by Sri K. Duraisami, Practicing Company Secretary, confirmed that both ordinary resolutions were passed with requisite majority. A total of 36 members voted, representing 2,100,963 votes (approximately 41.42% of total outstanding shares). All votes cast were in favour of the resolutions, with zero votes against or abstained.
| Resolution | Votes For | Votes Against | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adoption of FY26 Financial Statements | 2,100,963 | 0 | Passed |
| Reappointment of Smt Arthi Anand | 2,100,963 | 0 | Passed |
The voting process included remote e-voting from September 11 to September 13, 2026, and ballot voting during the AGM. The promoter group contributed the majority of the polled votes, accounting for approximately 99.89% of the total votes cast across both resolutions.
Board Changes
The company reported changes to the Board of Directors during the fiscal year. Following the expiry of tenure for an independent director and the cessation of others, new appointments were made effective April 9, 2026:
| Name | Designation | Term |
|---|---|---|
| Indira Veeraraghavan | Independent Director | 5 years |
| Sanjay Dharamsi Shah | Independent Director | 5 years |
| Sargunam Ranganathan | Wholetime Director | N/A |
Sri T.S.V. Rajagopal continues to serve as the Chairperson of the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and Stakeholders Relationship Committee.
Audit and Compliance
The Chairman confirmed that the Statutory Audit Report and Secretarial Audit Report for the year under review contained no qualifications or adverse comments. The Register of Shareholding of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel, along with the Register of Contracts or Arrangements, was kept open for inspection by members.
Voting results were declared within 48 hours of the meeting's close. The scrutinizer's report and voting outcomes were posted on the company website and stock exchange portals.
Historical Stock Returns for Veejay Lakshmi Engineering Works
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.38% | -4.77% | -4.10% | +2.97% | -29.55% | -12.71% |
How might the reappointment of Smt Arthi Anand influence Veejay Lakshmi's strategic direction and operational efficiency in the upcoming fiscal year?
What specific growth initiatives or capital allocation plans are expected to be detailed in the FY26 financial statements that received unanimous approval?
How will the addition of new independent directors Indira Veeraraghavan and Sanjay Dharamsi Shah impact the board's oversight capabilities and corporate governance standards?


































