News Stocks Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Appoints Ms. Sonia Bhandari as Interim Company Secretary and Compliance OfficerAditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Appoints Ms. Sonia Bhandari as Interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited's Board of Directors approved the appointment of Ms. Sonia Bhandari as Interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective February 16, 2026. Ms. Bhandari, a qualified Company Secretary with 18 years of experience, will serve as Key Managerial Personnel with authority to determine materiality of events and make regulatory disclosures. The appointment was made following the Board meeting held on February 2, 2026, based on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee's recommendation.
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Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited announced a key leadership appointment following its Board of Directors meeting held on February 2, 2026. The company has appointed Ms. Sonia Bhandari as Interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, marking an important addition to its senior management team.
Board Approval and Appointment Details
The Board of Directors, acting on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved Ms. Sonia Bhandari's appointment during their meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026. The appointment will take effect from February 16, 2026, positioning her as a Key Managerial Personnel and part of the Senior Management Personnel.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Appointee: | Ms. Sonia Bhandari |
| Membership No.: | A20650 |
| Effective Date: | February 16, 2026 |
| Position: | Interim Company Secretary and Compliance Officer |
| Meeting Date: | February 2, 2026 |
| Meeting Duration: | 3:00 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. |
Professional Background and Qualifications
Ms. Sonia Bhandari brings substantial expertise to her new role, with 18 years of professional experience in corporate secretarial affairs. She is a qualified member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and holds a Law Graduate degree. Her professional background encompasses comprehensive knowledge of corporate governance matters, listing regulations, and corporate secretarial affairs for listed entities.
Her experience extends to specialized areas including fund raising activities and merger & acquisitions, providing valuable expertise for the company's strategic initiatives. This diverse background positions her well to handle the complex regulatory and compliance requirements of a listed entity.
Regulatory Authority and Responsibilities
The Board has granted Ms. Bhandari significant regulatory authority, authorizing her to determine the materiality of events or information and make necessary disclosures to stock exchanges under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations. She will work alongside other Key Managerial Personnel in fulfilling these critical compliance responsibilities.
Her contact details for official communications have been established as cs@ablbl.adityabirla.com , ensuring streamlined communication channels for regulatory and corporate matters.
Compliance Framework
The appointment aligns with regulatory requirements under multiple frameworks:
- Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
- SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024
- Schedule III-Part A of SEBI Listing Regulations
This appointment demonstrates the company's commitment to maintaining robust corporate governance standards and ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory requirements in the Indian capital markets.
Historical Stock Returns for Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.63% | +1.09% | -17.23% | -24.13% | -34.04% | -34.04% |
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