Western Carriers (India) Ltd. has issued a postal ballot notice to shareholders seeking approval for the appointment of Mr. Sunil Duggal as a Non-Executive Independent Director. The company has published newspaper advertisements regarding the postal ballot and remote e-voting information as required under SEBI regulations.

Regulatory Compliance and Advertisement Disclosure

Pursuant to Regulation 47 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company published newspaper advertisements on March 14, 2026, in the following publications:

The company has notified BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about the newspaper advertisement disclosure, with scrip code 544258 and ISIN INE0CJF01024.

Postal Ballot Details

The postal ballot seeks shareholder approval for a special resolution regarding Mr. Sunil Duggal's appointment. The company has established specific timelines and procedures for the voting process.

The company has engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) as the agency to provide e-voting facility. Sharma and Trivedi LLP has been appointed as the scrutinizer to ensure a fair and transparent voting process.

Director Appointment Proposal

The Board of Directors appointed Mr. Sunil Duggal (DIN: 07291685) as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director with effect from February 13, 2026. The proposed appointment is for a term of five years, from February 13, 2026, to February 12, 2031.

Voting Process and Compliance

In compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars, the notice is being sent only through electronic mode to members whose email addresses are registered with the company, Registrar and Transfer Agent, or depositories. Physical copies of the postal ballot form are not being dispatched.

The voting process will be conducted exclusively through remote e-voting, with no physical postal ballot forms. Members can access the voting platform through NSDL's website at www.evoting.nsdl.com . The resolution, if approved by the requisite majority, will be deemed to have been passed on April 12, 2026.

Board Recommendation

The Board of Directors has recommended the special resolution for approval, citing Mr. Duggal's qualifications and experience in areas crucial to the company's operations. The appointment is expected to strengthen corporate governance standards and bring valuable expertise in strategic growth, operational transformation, and risk management to the Board.

Western carriers (India) Limited has announced that its promoter and Chairman and Managing Director, Rajendra Sethia, has acquired additional equity shares in the company through open market purchase. The acquisition was disclosed in compliance with SEBI regulations governing substantial acquisition of shares and takeovers.

Share Acquisition Details

The acquisition involved 1,00,000 equity shares of face value ₹5 each, representing 0.098% of the company's total issued and paid-up share capital. The purchase was executed on March 13, 2026, through open market transactions.

Shareholding Pattern Changes

Following this acquisition, Rajendra Sethia's total shareholding in Western Carriers has increased marginally. The transaction reflects the promoter's continued confidence in the company's prospects.

Regulatory Compliance and Documentation

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 29(2) of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Rajendra Sethia formally communicated the acquisition through official letters addressed to BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and the company's compliance officer.

The company's equity shares are listed on both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The total equity share capital of the company remains unchanged at 10,19,55,213 equity shares of ₹5 each following this transaction. All required documentation has been submitted to maintain regulatory compliance and transparency in shareholding disclosures.