Xpro India declares ₹2 dividend, appoints Girish Behal as MD
Xpro India Limited declared a dividend of ₹2 per share for FY26 and appointed Girish Behal as Managing Director for a three-year term effective January 1, 2027, during its 29th AGM. Shareholders approved all seven resolutions, including the re-appointment of directors and the ratification of auditor remuneration. The company also highlighted strategic expansion plans for its dielectric films capacity.

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Xpro India Limited has declared a dividend of ₹2 per ordinary share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, during its 29th Annual General Meeting held on July 20, 2026. The company also approved the appointment of Girish Behal as Managing Director for a three-year term starting January 1, 2027. These decisions were taken alongside strategic updates regarding capacity expansion in the dielectric films segment, which is being prioritized as a key growth driver.
The meeting, chaired by Sri Sidharth Birla, was conducted via Video Conferencing. Shareholders approved seven items, including the adoption of financial statements and the re-appointment of directors. The remote e-voting process was facilitated by MUFG Intime India Private Limited from July 17 to July 19, 2026.
Strategic Expansion and Capacity
The Chairman highlighted that dielectric films are a strategic priority. The company commissioned a second line in March, doubling capacity to 8,000 MT. Xpro Dielectric Films, the UAE subsidiary, is commissioning a third line this year, which will increase total capacity to 13,000 MT. A leading UAE investor acquired a 15% equity stake in the subsidiary at a premium, validating the venture's prospects.
Management indicated that more than 20 new dielectric film lines are needed globally by 2030. The company plans to build a fourth line in the UAE and a fifth in India, contingent on economic conditions.
Leadership Changes and Governance
Sri C. Bhaskar will step down as Managing Director on December 31, 2026, after 26 years on the Board and 44 years with the company. Sri H. Bakshi, with 32 years of service, will also conclude his executive responsibilities. Both will transition to the Chairman's Office as mentors. Girish Behal, currently President and CEO, is proposed to take over as Managing Director from January 1, 2027.
Resolutions Passed
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Dividend | ₹2.00 per share of ₹10 face value for FY26 |
| Director Appointment | Re-appointment of Smt Madhushree Birla as Director |
| Independent Director | Re-appointment of Ms. Suhana Murshed for a second term (5 years) |
| Managing Director | Appointment of Sri Girish Behal for 3 years effective Jan 1, 2027 |
| Statutory Auditors | Ratification of remuneration for M/s Sanghavi Randeria & Associates |
The Chairman confirmed there were no qualifications or adverse remarks in the Auditors' Report or the Secretarial Audit Report. Sri Girish Bhatia was appointed as the Scrutiniser for the e-voting process.
Historical Stock Returns for Xpro
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.57% | -2.20% | +3.29% | +36.14% | +15.78% | +648.67% |
What specific economic indicators will Xpro India monitor before committing to the fourth and fifth dielectric film production lines?
How will the leadership transition impact the execution timeline of the company's aggressive capacity expansion strategy?
Will the capital expenditure for the new UAE and India lines be funded through internal accruals, debt, or the equity stake model seen in the UAE subsidiary?


































