Zen Technologies shareholders approve all resolutions at 33rd AGM
- All 8 resolutions at Zen Technologies' 33rd AGM were passed with majority support
- Promoter group voted nearly 100% in favor across all agenda items
- Re-appointment of Chairman Ashok Atluri faced 3.53% dissent from public institutions
- Total voting turnout was 61.9%, with 69 shareholders attending via video conference
- New independent directors Jasthi Krishna Kishore and Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy were appointed

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Zen Technologies shareholders approved all eight resolutions at its 33rd Annual General Meeting on August 29, 2026. The meeting saw a 61.9% voting turnout, with promoters casting nearly 100% of their votes in favor of every agenda item.
The gathering focused on governance updates, including the appointment of new board members and the adoption of financial statements for FY26. The meeting was conducted through Video Conferencing in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs guidelines. Sixty-nine shareholders attended physically or via video conference, comprising 12 promoters and 57 public members.
Board Appointments
Shareholders approved several key resolutions regarding the composition of the Board of Directors:
- Appointment of Mr. Jasthi Krishna Kishore as an Independent Director
- Appointment of Ms. Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy as an Independent Director
- Re-appointment of Mrs. Shilpa Choudari as a Whole Time Director
- Re-appointment of Mr. Ashok Atluri, who retires by rotation
These appointments follow the completion of tenures by Dr. Ajay Kumar Singh and Ms. Sirisha Chintapalli, whose contributions were formally acknowledged during the proceedings.
Voting Results Overview
The e-voting process, scrutinized by D.S. Rao (Company Secretary), recorded high participation rates among promoter groups. Below is a summary of the voting outcomes for key resolutions:
| Resolution | Type | Votes In Favor (%) | Votes Against (%) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adoption of Standalone Financials | Ordinary | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Adoption of Consolidated Financials | Ordinary | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Final Dividend Declaration | Ordinary | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Re-appointment of Ashok Atluri | Ordinary | 96.47% | 3.53% | Passed |
| Cost Auditor Remuneration | Ordinary | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Appointment of Jasthi Krishna Kishore | Special | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Appointment of Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy | Special | 99.99% | 0.00% | Passed |
| Re-appointment of Shilpa Choudari | Special | 99.85% | 0.15% | Passed |
Notably, the re-appointment of Mr. Ashok Atluri saw 3.53% dissent votes, primarily from public institutional investors. The re-appointment of Mrs. Shilpa Choudari also faced minor dissent, with 0.15% of votes cast against.
Financial and Operational Updates
The AGM served to receive, consider, and adopt the Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Company also declared a final dividend on equity shares for FY26.
Mr. Ashok Atluri, Chairman and Managing Director, addressed the members regarding the company’s performance. He highlighted growth in the order book and strategic expansions across simulation, anti-drone systems, drones, and robotics. The Chairman also outlined the development of Samvid, the company’s sovereign defence-AI platform, alongside ongoing ESG initiatives.
Governance and Compliance
Mr. Sourav Dhar, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, informed members that the Statutory Auditors’ Report and Secretarial Auditor’s Report contained no qualifications or adverse remarks. The Cost Auditors’ remuneration for FY27 was ratified.
The Company emphasized its "Green Initiative" by emailing soft copies of the Annual Report for FY26 to all members, with physical copies dispatched only upon request.
Historical Stock Returns for Zen Technologies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.34% | -3.57% | -9.50% | +18.45% | +9.28% | +770.24% |
How will the integration of the new sovereign defence-AI platform 'Samvid' impact Zen Technologies' revenue streams and competitive positioning in the upcoming fiscal year?
What specific operational or strategic factors contributed to the 3.53% dissent votes against Mr. Ashok Atluri's re-appointment, and will management address these institutional concerns?
Given the focus on anti-drone systems and robotics, how does Zen Technologies plan to scale its order book growth amidst evolving global defence procurement cycles?


































