JSW Energy Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Re-appointment of Independent Director Mr. Munesh Khanna
JSW Energy Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated 23rd February, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for Mr. Munesh Khanna's re-appointment as Independent Director for a second five-year term. The remote e-voting period runs from 24th February to 25th March, 2026, with Mr. Shreyans Jain appointed as Scrutiniser to oversee the process.

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JSW Energy Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated 23rd February, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Munesh Khanna as an Independent Director. The company is proposing his re-appointment for a second term of five consecutive years, effective from 26th March, 2026.
Postal Ballot Process and Timeline
The postal ballot notice has been sent exclusively through electronic mode to all eligible members as of the cut-off date of 20th February, 2026. The company has clarified that no physical copies of the postal ballot notice or forms will be dispatched to members, and no physical ballot forms will be accepted.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Remote E-voting Commencement: | 9:00 a.m. IST on Tuesday, 24th February, 2026 |
| Remote E-voting Conclusion: | 5:00 p.m. IST on Wednesday, 25th March, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, 20th February, 2026 |
| Results Declaration: | Within two working days of e-voting conclusion |
Director Profile and Qualifications
Mr. Munesh Khanna, aged 63 years, currently serves as an Independent Director with his term expiring on 25th March, 2026. He was originally appointed to the board on 26th March, 2021, following approval at the 27th Annual General Meeting held on 4th August, 2021.
| Qualification: | Details |
|---|---|
| Professional Background: | Chartered Accountant (CA) and Bachelor of Commerce |
| Experience: | Over 31 years in corporate advisory and financial services |
| Current Role: | Country Head-India, Arthur Andersen Corporate Finance Division |
| Founded: | Backbay Advisors LLP in 2018 |
| Previous Position: | Country Head of NM Rothschild & Sons |
Board Recommendation and Evaluation
The Compensation and Nomination & Remuneration Committee (CNRC) recommended Mr. Khanna's re-appointment at its meeting held on 22nd January, 2026, based on his performance evaluation and significant contributions during his tenure. The Board of Directors subsequently endorsed this recommendation at their meeting on 23rd January, 2026.
The board highlighted Mr. Khanna's expertise in several key areas:
- Strategic corporate finance, including capital raising through capital markets and private equity
- Mergers & acquisitions and divestitures
- Corporate restructuring and financial strategy execution
- Deep governance experience across multiple industry sectors
Remuneration and Board Participation
During FY 2024-25, Mr. Khanna received remuneration comprising sitting fees of Rs. 10.60 lakhs and commission of Rs. 60 lakhs. He attended 7 out of 8 board meetings during the year 2025-26, demonstrating active participation in board proceedings.
Voting Process and Scrutiniser
The company has engaged KFin Technologies Limited as the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent to facilitate the remote e-voting process. Mr. Shreyans Jain, Proprietor of Shreyans Jain & Co., Practising Company Secretaries (Membership Number: FCS 8519), has been appointed as the Scrutiniser to ensure a fair and transparent voting process.
Shareholders can access the postal ballot notice through multiple channels, including the company's website, BSE and NSE websites, and KFin Technologies' portal. The resolution requires approval by way of a Special Resolution, and subject to receiving the requisite number of votes, it will be deemed passed on 25th March, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for JSW Energy
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.53% | +2.46% | +1.52% | -8.53% | +3.81% | +577.44% |


































