Voith Paper Fabrics India seeks vote to appoint Asesh Kumar Mukherjee as MD
- Voith Paper Fabrics India initiates postal ballot to appoint Asesh Kumar Mukherjee as Director and Managing Director
- Remote e-voting window opens September 17, 2026, and closes October 16, 2026
- Shareholders holding shares as of September 11, 2026, are eligible to vote
- Two special resolutions seek approval for Mukherjee's appointment to both roles

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Voith Paper Fabrics India Limited has initiated a postal ballot exercise to appoint Asesh Kumar Mukherjee as Director and Managing Director. Shareholders can cast their votes electronically through a remote e-voting facility opening on September 17, 2026, and closing on October 16, 2026.
Voting Timeline and Eligibility
The remote e-voting process commences at 9:00 am on Thursday, September 17, 2026, and concludes at 5:00 pm on Friday, October 16, 2026. Shareholders holding shares as of the cut-off date, September 11, 2026, are eligible to participate. The Board of Directors appointed CS P C Jain of M/s. P.C. Jain & Co. as the Scrutinizer for the process.
The electronic copy of the postal ballot notice was dispatched via email on September 15, 2026, to members who have registered their email addresses with the company or their depository participants by the cut-off date. The notice is also accessible on the company’s website and the platforms of CDSL and BSE Limited.
Resolutions for Approval
Shareholders will vote on two special resolutions regarding the appointment of Mr. Asesh Kumar Mukherjee (DIN: 11908288):
| Sr. No. | Brief Description of Business Item / Resolution | Type of Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appointment of Mr. Asesh Kumar Mukherjee as Director of the Company. | Special Resolution |
| 2 | Appointment of Mr. Asesh Kumar Mukherjee as Managing Director of the Company. | Special Resolution |
A notice under Section 160 of the Companies Act, 2013, was received from a member proposing Mukherjee's candidature as a Director.
Procedures for Shareholders
Members holding shares in physical form who have not registered or updated their email addresses must submit specific documents to the company’s Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA), MCS Share Transfer Agent Limited. Required documents include:
- A duly filled and signed request letter in Form ISR-1
- A self-attested copy of a PAN card linked with Aadhaar
- A self-attested copy of address proof documents such as an Aadhaar card, driving licence, election identity card, or passport
Shareholders holding shares in demat mode are advised to ensure their valid email IDs are updated with their respective depository participants. Members who did not receive the notice can obtain it by emailing admin@mcsregistrars.com or investorcare.vffa@voith.com .
The result of the postal ballot will be declared within two working days from the conclusion of the remote e-voting period.
Historical Stock Returns for Voith Paper Fabrics
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.94% | -2.27% | -3.06% | -0.48% | -0.48% | -0.48% |
What strategic initiatives or operational changes is Asesh Kumar Mukherjee expected to prioritize as the new Managing Director?
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