Welspun Specialty Solutions Limited appointed Rahul Gujar as Business Head and designated him a Senior Management Personnel (SMP) with effect from October 1, 2026. The appointment was approved by the Board of Directors based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Gujar brings 20 years of experience in the stainless steel industry. He previously served as President and Business Head for the Stainless Steel Division at Jindal Saw Ltd. His tenure there included leading the division from a bottom market position to becoming one of the top two players.

Professional background

Gujar is a qualified Mechanical Engineer from MIT Pune and holds an MBA from CMRD College, Pune University. Prior to Jindal Saw, he worked with organizations including Tubacex Services Solution, Ametek Instruments, and Sandvik Materials Technology.

At his previous role, he was credited with:

• Formulating strategy for sustainable business growth over 5-10 years.
• Achieving a profit turnaround from loss-making to healthy EBITDA and PBT in FY26 and Q1FY27.
• Establishing the first and only product offering in India for supplying Ni Alloy API Welded Pipes.
• Developing largest diameter pipe making capabilities (108 inches in stainless steel compared to the nearest competitor's 72 inches).

Appointment details

The company filed this disclosure under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Welspun Specialty Solutions Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for the appointment of Anil Kumar Jha as an Independent Director for a four-year term.

The resolution proposes his appointment commencing August 28, 2026, through August 27, 2030. Members may cast their votes via remote e-voting from September 28, 2026, to October 27, 2026.

Appointment details

The Board of Directors recommended the appointment based on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee’s assessment of Jha’s qualifications and experience. He was initially appointed as an Additional Director on August 28, 2026. The current proposal seeks formal ratification by shareholders under Section 110 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Jha is not liable to retire by rotation during this term. His remuneration will consist of sitting fees for Board and Committee meetings, along with expense reimbursements, within limits stipulated by law. He holds no shareholding in the company.

Professional background

Anil Kumar Jha brings over 48 years of experience in the power sector, including roles at NTPC Limited where he served as Chairman & Managing Director and Director (Technical). His expertise spans power generation, renewable energy, regulatory affairs, and dispute resolution.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ranchi University and an LL.B. from the University of Delhi. Post-retirement, he served as a Member of the Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission and on the Global Expert Advisory Council of the International Solar Alliance.

Voting process

Remote e-voting facilities are provided by National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL). Only members whose names appear in the Register of Members or Beneficial Owners as of September 18, 2026, are eligible to vote.

The scrutinizer appointed for the process is Harsh Kothari of Harsh Kothari & Associates. Results will be declared on or before October 28, 2026, and communicated to BSE Limited.