vst industries has informed the stock exchanges about the resignation of Mr. Amit Arora, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of the company. The intimation was made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, regarding changes in senior management.

Mr. Arora tendered his resignation through an email dated 22 April 2026, citing his decision to pursue other opportunities. According to the company's disclosure, he will serve his notice period and will be relieved from his position on 29 May 2026. The resignation letter has been enclosed as Annexure-II to the regulatory filing.

The company acknowledged Mr. Arora's valuable contributions during his tenure and extended its best wishes for his future endeavors. The requisite details as required under SEBI Listing Regulations, read with SEBI Master Circular dated January 30, 2026 and SEBI Circular dated February 25, 2025, have been provided in Annexure I to the filing.

Key Details of Resignation

In his resignation email, Mr. Arora expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and the opportunity to contribute to the organization's people agenda and broader business objectives. He stated that his decision was made after careful consideration to pursue an opportunity that aligns with his long-term career aspirations. He committed to ensuring a smooth transition during his notice period.

The information has been made available on the company's website at www.vsthyd.com . The filing was signed by Phani K. Mangipudi, Company Secretary & Vice President-Legal & Secretarial, on behalf of VST Industries Limited.

VST Industries Limited delivered exceptional financial performance for Q4, showcasing remarkable operational efficiency improvements alongside strong revenue growth. The tobacco manufacturer's latest results demonstrate significant enhancement in profitability metrics and operational execution, driven by robust volume recovery and enhanced brand portfolio. The company also announced a final dividend of ₹12 per share.

Outstanding Q4 Financial Performance

The company achieved exceptional operational performance in Q4, with all key financial metrics showing substantial improvement across parameters.

Dividend Declaration

The company's board has recommended a final dividend of ₹12 per share, reflecting strong cash generation and the management's confidence in the business outlook.

Business Segment Performance

The company's cigarette business demonstrated strong performance with significant revenue growth. The enhanced brand portfolio and disciplined market execution contributed to the robust volume recovery during the quarter.

Management Commentary and Outlook

Commenting on the performance, Piyush Srivastava, Managing Director, stated: "In 2025, we achieved robust volume recovery supported by our enhanced brand portfolio and disciplined in-market execution. While geopolitical instability in the Middle East continues to weigh on our unmanufactured tobacco business, our productivity initiatives have delivered strong double-digit profit growth."

The management acknowledged challenges ahead due to extraordinary tax increases but remains focused on strengthening brand portfolio and in-market execution while maintaining commitment to creating superior value for consumers and stakeholders.