Wanbury shareholders approve FY26 financials, director re-appointments
- Wanbury shareholders approved FY26 financial statements and director re-appointments at the 38th AGM held on September 24, 2026
- Voting results show unanimous promoter support for all resolutions, including the special resolution for Mohan Kumar Rayana's re-appointment
- Public institutional investors opposed the re-appointment of Mohan Kumar Rayana by 50.92%, contrasting with 99.33% support from public non-institutions
- Ms. Kala Agarwal submitted the scrutinizer report confirming all four resolutions passed with requisite majority

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Wanbury Limited shareholders approved the adoption of audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, during the company's 38th Annual General Meeting held on September 24, 2026. The meeting also ratified the remuneration of the cost auditor and approved the re-appointment of key directors.
The proceedings were conducted via Video Conferencing/Other Audio Visual Means, in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Mr. K. Chandran, Whole-time Director, presided over the meeting. Independent Directors Dr. Anupama Vaidya, Mr. Mridul S. Mehta, Mr. P.V. Shankar Dass, and Mr. Manojkumar K. Gursahani were also present.
Key resolutions passed
All resolutions put forth for shareholder approval were passed with the requisite majority following remote e-voting. The specific items of business included:
- Adoption of Financial Statements: Ordinary resolution to adopt the Audited Financial Statements for FY26 along with the Reports of Directors and Auditors.
- Director Re-appointment: Ordinary resolution for the re-appointment of Mr. K. Chandran as Director liable to retire by rotation.
- Cost Auditor Remuneration: Ordinary resolution ratifying the remuneration payable to M/s. ABK & Associates, Cost Accountants, for conducting the cost audit for FY27.
- Special Resolution for WTD: Special resolution for the re-appointment of Mr. Mohan Kumar Rayana as Whole-time Director and continuation of his role beyond the age of 70 years.
Governance and voting process
Ms. Kala Agarwal, Practicing Company Secretary, was appointed as the Scrutinizer to conduct the remote e-voting process. The Scrutinizer's report confirmed that all resolutions were passed fairly and transparently. The Company Secretary confirmed that voting results would be available on the company website within 48 hours of the meeting's conclusion.
The meeting commenced at 11:30 am and concluded at 12:35 pm. Queries raised by members were addressed to their satisfaction.
Director and auditor details
The new disclosure provides specific details regarding the appointments ratified during the AGM. Mr. Mohan Kumar Rayana (DIN: 07878975) was re-appointed as Whole-time Director, with his tenure extended from August 21, 2026, to August 20, 2031. He holds a B. Pharm degree from the University of Mumbai and has over 25 years of experience with Wanbury in advisory roles, focusing on business strategy, talent enrichment, and mergers and acquisitions.
M/s. ABK & Associates, established in 1989, was ratified as the Cost Auditor for FY27. The firm has over 35 years of professional experience and serves clients across diverse industries including pharmaceuticals, automobiles, and engineering. Both the director and the auditing firm are not related to any other directors of the company and are not debarred from holding office by any regulatory authority.
Voting results breakdown
The scrutinizer's report detailed the voting patterns across promoter and public categories. While promoters voted unanimously in favor of all resolutions, public shareholders showed varying levels of support, particularly regarding the special resolution for the Whole-time Director's re-appointment.
| Resolution | Category | Votes Polled | In Favour | Against | % In Favour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoption of FY26 Financials | Promoters | 15,029,561 | 15,029,561 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Adoption of FY26 Financials | Public Institutions | 13,258 | 13,258 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Adoption of FY26 Financials | Public Non-Institutions | 312,037 | 311,981 | 56 | 99.98% |
| Re-appointment of K. Chandran | Promoters | 15,029,561 | 15,029,561 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Re-appointment of K. Chandran | Public Institutions | 13,258 | 13,258 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Re-appointment of K. Chandran | Public Non-Institutions | 312,037 | 311,957 | 80 | 99.97% |
| Ratify Cost Auditor Remuneration | Promoters | 15,029,561 | 15,029,561 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Ratify Cost Auditor Remuneration | Public Institutions | 13,258 | 13,258 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Ratify Cost Auditor Remuneration | Public Non-Institutions | 312,037 | 311,981 | 56 | 99.98% |
| Re-appointment of Mohan Kumar Rayana | Promoters | 15,029,561 | 15,029,561 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Re-appointment of Mohan Kumar Rayana | Public Institutions | 13,258 | 6,507 | 6,751 | 49.08% |
| Re-appointment of Mohan Kumar Rayana | Public Non-Institutions | 312,037 | 309,957 | 2,080 | 99.33% |
What the numbers show
The voting data reveals a distinct divergence in shareholder sentiment regarding the special resolution for Mr. Mohan Kumar Rayana's re-appointment. While public non-institutional investors supported the move with 99.33% in favour, public institutional investors were split almost evenly, with 50.92% voting against the resolution. This contrasts sharply with the unanimous support from promoters and near-unanimous support from public shareholders for the routine adoption of financial statements and the re-appointment of Mr. K. Chandran. The overall vote in favour for the special resolution remained at 99.94% due to the significant weight of promoter votes, but the institutional dissent highlights a specific governance concern among professional investors regarding the continuation of the director beyond age 70.
Historical Stock Returns for Wanbury
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.28% | -5.27% | -16.42% | -29.98% | -19.89% | 0.0% |
How might the significant institutional dissent regarding Mr. Rayana's age-based re-appointment influence Wanbury's future corporate governance policies or board composition strategies?
What specific strategic initiatives or M&A activities is Wanbury planning to pursue under Mr. Rayana's extended five-year tenure, given his focus on business strategy and acquisitions?
Will the divergence between promoter and institutional voting patterns trigger increased scrutiny from SEBI or proxy advisory firms regarding Wanbury's adherence to best governance practices?


































