Akzo Nobel India Limited has successfully concluded its postal ballot e-voting process on March 2, 2026, at 5:00 pm IST, marking the completion of a significant corporate governance exercise. The company had sought shareholder approval for four critical resolutions through the remote e-voting mechanism, as announced in its regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR.

Postal Ballot Resolutions

The company presented four key resolutions for shareholder approval through the postal ballot process:

E-Voting Process Framework

The postal ballot process was conducted in accordance with Section 108 and Section 110 of the Companies Act, 2013, along with applicable rules and SEBI LODR regulations. The company engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to provide the e-voting facility to all eligible shareholders.

Key Process Details

Communication and Compliance

The company ensured comprehensive communication of the postal ballot notice to shareholders. The notice dated January 28, 2026, was submitted to stock exchanges on January 30, 2026, and distributed to shareholders with registered email addresses as of the cut-off date. Additionally, the company published requisite notifications in Business Standard (English) and Aajkaal (Bengali) newspapers on January 31, 2026.

Next Steps and Timeline

Following the conclusion of the e-voting process, the appointed scrutinizer Mr. A K Labh will conduct a thorough scrutiny of all votes cast during the e-voting period. As per regulatory requirements under Rule 22(5) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the scrutinizer will submit his report within 48 hours of the e-voting closure.

The company will declare the results of the postal ballot in compliance with Regulation 44(3) of SEBI LODR upon receipt of the scrutinizer's report. This process ensures transparency and adherence to corporate governance standards while facilitating the proposed organizational changes and board restructuring.

Akzo Nobel India Limited has announced a key change in its senior management with the resignation of Ms. Neelima Kataria, HR Director, who is stepping down to pursue new professional opportunities. The announcement was made through a regulatory filing on February 17, 2026, under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.

Resignation Details

Ms. Kataria submitted her resignation letter on February 17, 2026, which was promptly accepted by the management on the same date. The resignation follows her decision to explore new professional avenues after a successful four-year tenure with the company.

Transition Timeline

The company has structured a comprehensive transition plan to ensure continuity of operations. Ms. Kataria will remain in her role until the closure of business hours on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, completing her full notice period as per her appointment terms. During this transition period, she will assist with all necessary handover activities and provide support to maintain operational continuity.

Management Response

In her resignation letter addressed to Joint MD & CEO Mr. Rajiv Rajgopal, Ms. Kataria expressed gratitude for the trust and support received during her journey with Akzo Nobel India Limited. She highlighted her pride in the collective achievements and wished the organization continued growth and success.

The management has acknowledged her contributions and expressed appreciation for her service during her tenure at the company. The formal acceptance of her resignation was confirmed by Mr. Rajiv Rajgopal on February 17, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance

The announcement complies with SEBI regulations for disclosure of changes in senior management personnel. As HR Director, Ms. Kataria qualifies as Senior Management Personnel under Regulation 16(1)(d) of SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015, necessitating the formal disclosure to stock exchanges BSE and NSE.