Ruchira Papers Formalizes Board Committee Reconstitution Following Leadership Changes
Ruchira Papers has formally communicated the reconstitution of its board committees to stock exchanges following the demise of Managing Director Sh. Umesh Chander Garg. The company reported Q3FY26 revenue of ₹13,158.87 lakhs with net profit of ₹203.64 lakhs, impacted by planned maintenance activities. New committee leadership includes Sh. Tilak Raj Vanaik as NRC Chairman and Sh. Jatinder Singh as Project Committee Chairman.

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Ruchira Papers Limited has announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, alongside significant organizational changes following the demise of its Managing Director. The Board of Directors approved these results and other matters during their meeting held on February 13, 2026, and formally communicated the committee reconstitution to stock exchanges.
Financial Performance for Q3FY26
The company's financial performance for the third quarter showed mixed results compared to previous periods. Revenue from operations declined to ₹13,158.87 lakhs in Q3FY26 from ₹16,667.96 lakhs in the previous quarter and ₹16,787.51 lakhs in Q3FY25.
| Financial Metric: | Q3FY26 | Q2FY26 | Q3FY25 | Change (YoY) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹13,158.87 lakhs | ₹16,667.96 lakhs | ₹16,787.51 lakhs | -21.6% |
| Total Income: | ₹13,274.12 lakhs | ₹16,799.83 lakhs | ₹16,945.37 lakhs | -21.7% |
| Net Profit: | ₹203.64 lakhs | ₹1,559.50 lakhs | ₹1,647.93 lakhs | -87.6% |
| Earnings per Share (Basic): | ₹0.68 | ₹5.23 | ₹5.52 | -87.7% |
Nine-Month Performance Analysis
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹46,679.80 lakhs compared to ₹49,754.56 lakhs in the corresponding period of the previous year. Net profit for the nine-month period stood at ₹3,461.14 lakhs versus ₹4,893.03 lakhs in the previous year.
| Nine-Month Metrics: | FY26 (9M) | FY25 (9M) | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹46,679.80 lakhs | ₹49,754.56 lakhs | -6.2% |
| Net Profit: | ₹3,461.14 lakhs | ₹4,893.03 lakhs | -29.3% |
| Earnings per Share (Basic): | ₹11.60 | ₹16.39 | -29.2% |
Operational Challenges and Maintenance Activities
The company's quarterly performance was significantly impacted by planned maintenance activities. During the reporting quarter, the Writing and Printing unit was shut down for 36 days to undertake annual maintenance activities and implement modernization initiatives. This extended shutdown contributed to the decline in revenue and profitability compared to previous periods.
Leadership Transition and Formal Committee Reconstitution
The Board announced with profound sorrow the demise of Sh. Umesh Chander Garg, Promoter and Managing Director, who passed away on January 23, 2026. Following this leadership change, the company has formally communicated the reconstitution of various board committees to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Updated Board Committee Structure
The reconstituted committees effective February 13, 2026, reflect strategic leadership realignments:
| Committee: | New Chairman | Previous Chairman | Key Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Social Responsibility: | Sh. Kamal Sharma | Sh. Kamal Sharma | Sh. Umesh Chander Garg ceased as member |
| Nomination and Remuneration: | Sh. Tilak Raj Vanaik | Sh. Ranjit Singh Sidhu | Chairman designation changed |
| Stakeholders' Relationship: | Sh. Kamal Sharma | Sh. Ranjit Singh Sidhu | Chairman designation changed |
| Project Committee: | Sh. Jatinder Singh | Sh. Umesh Chander Garg | New chairman appointed |
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee continues with Sh. Kamal Sharma as Chairman, alongside members Sh. Subhash Chander Garg, Sh. Jatinder Singh, Sh. Vipin Gupta, and Smt. Ruchika Garg Kumar. Nomination and Remuneration Committee now has Sh. Tilak Raj Vanaik as Chairman, with Sh. Ranjit Singh Sidhu and Sh. Kamal Sharma as members. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee is chaired by Sh. Kamal Sharma, with Sh. Subhash Chander Garg and Sh. Jatinder Singh as members. Project Committee is now headed by Sh. Jatinder Singh as Chairman, with Sh. Deepan Garg and Sh. Jagdeep Singh as members.
Dividend Distribution and Capital Structure
During the reporting quarter, the company paid a dividend of ₹5.00 per equity share of ₹10.00 each, as approved by shareholders in the Annual General Meeting held on September 29, 2025, for Financial Year 2024-25. The paid-up equity share capital remains unchanged at ₹2,984.50 lakhs.
Historical Stock Returns for Ruchira Papers
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -12.56% | -9.98% | -5.80% | -18.42% | -2.14% | +103.46% |






























