AVAX Ltd Strengthens Board with New Directors and Restructures Key Committees
Avax Apparels and Ornaments has appointed two new directors and restructured key committees. Ms. Shruti Shri Agnihotri joins as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a five-year term, while Mr. Deepak Kumar becomes an Executive Director for three years. The Audit Committee and Nomination and Remuneration Committee have been reconstituted. These changes follow resignations of previous board members and are subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming General Meeting.

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Avax Apparels and Ornaments , a prominent player in the apparel and ornaments sector, has announced significant changes to its board composition and key committees, effective October 15, 2025. The company has appointed two new directors and reconstituted its Audit and Nomination and Remuneration Committees, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming General Meeting.
New Director Appointments
AVAX Ltd has made two strategic appointments to its board:
Ms. Shruti Shri Agnihotri (DIN-11323825) joins as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a five-year term until October 14, 2030. Ms. Agnihotri brings a wealth of experience in corporate governance and compliance, with over 9 years of diverse experience across reputed organizations.
Mr. Deepak Kumar (DIN-08267845) has been appointed as an Executive Director and Whole Time Director for a three-year term until October 14, 2028. Mr. Kumar, with his extensive background in finance and regulatory affairs, is expected to contribute significantly to the company's strategic direction.
Director Profiles
| Director | Role | Qualifications | Experience | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. Shruti Shri Agnihotri | Non-Executive Independent Director | Company Secretary, B.Com, LL.B | 9 years in RTA operations, merchant banking, and secretarial compliance | 5 years (until Oct 14, 2030) |
| Mr. Deepak Kumar | Executive Director (Whole Time) | M.Com from Punjab University | 10 years, including as Assistant Manager at SEBI | 3 years (until Oct 14, 2028) |
Committee Restructuring
Following these appointments, AVAX Ltd has restructured its key committees:
Audit Committee
| Name | Position | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Pradeep Srivastava | Chairperson | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Rajat Goel | Member | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Deepak Kumar | Member | Executive Director |
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
| Name | Position | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Rajat Goel | Chairperson | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Shruti Shri Agnihotri | Member | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Pradeep Srivastava | Member | Non-Executive Independent Director |
These changes come in the wake of resignations from previous board members, including Mr. Amitabh Agrawal and Mr. Harish Kumar. Notably, Mr. Deepak Kumar is married to Ms. Deepika Garg, who serves as a Whole Time Director of AVAX Ltd.
The company's board meeting, which concluded at 1:45 PM IST on October 15, 2025, also addressed other agenda items. These appointments and restructurings are part of AVAX Ltd's ongoing efforts to strengthen its corporate governance and align with regulatory requirements.
Investors and stakeholders will be keenly watching how these new appointments and restructured committees will contribute to AVAX Ltd's future growth and corporate governance practices.
Historical Stock Returns for Avax Apparels and Ornaments
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -100.00% | +2.02% | +27.45% | +70.28% | +62.91% | +62.91% |




























