Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation seeks shareholder approval for Managing Director re-appointment
The Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for re-appointment of Mr. Ness N. Wadia as Managing Director for 5 years from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031. The e-voting period runs from February 25 to March 26, 2026, with proposed remuneration including basic salary up to Rs. 46,50,000 per month and overall limit of Rs. 8,37,00,000. Mr. Wadia, a third-generation industrialist with over three decades of experience, currently holds 21,600 equity shares in the multi-divisional Corporation.

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Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for the re-appointment of Mr. Ness N. Wadia as Managing Director. The notice, dated February 24, 2026, outlines the terms and conditions for his continued leadership of the multi-divisional organization.
Re-appointment Details
The Corporation is seeking approval for Mr. Ness N. Wadia's re-appointment as Managing Director for a five-year term from April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031. The proposal requires shareholder approval through a special resolution via remote e-voting.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Position: | Managing Director |
| Term Period: | 5 years (April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2031) |
| DIN: | 00036049 |
| Current Shareholding: | 21,600 equity shares of Rs. 2 each |
| Age: | 54 years |
Remuneration Structure
The proposed remuneration package for Mr. Wadia includes comprehensive compensation components with defined limits:
| Component: | Maximum Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary: | Rs. 46,50,000 per month |
| Benefits & Allowances: | Rs. 23,25,000 per month |
| Overall Limit: | Rs. 8,37,00,000 |
| Past Remuneration (2025-26): | Rs. 626.57 lacs (up to January 31, 2026) |
| Past Remuneration (2024-25): | Rs. 762.29 lacs |
| Past Remuneration (2023-24): | Rs. 692.99 lacs |
The remuneration structure also includes reimbursement of medical expenses, bonus based on performance criteria, and contributions to provident fund, superannuation fund, or gratuity fund as per Corporation rules.
E-voting Process
Shareholders can participate in the postal ballot through remote e-voting facilitated by National Securities Depositories Limited (NSDL):
| Timeline: | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date: | February 20, 2026 |
| E-voting Start: | February 25, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (IST) |
| E-voting End: | March 26, 2026 at 5:00 P.M. (IST) |
| Results Declaration: | On or before March 30, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer: | TRP and Partners, LLP |
Leadership Profile
Mr. Ness N. Wadia brings extensive experience to the role as a third-generation industrialist of the Wadia Group. He holds an M.Sc in Engineering Business Management from Warwick University, UK, and has over three decades of cross-sector leadership across textiles, real estate, FMCG, specialty chemicals, healthcare, education, and sports.
He currently serves as Chairman of National Peroxide Limited and Naperol Investments Limited, and holds directorships in several Wadia Group companies including Britannia Industries Limited and The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Limited. His first appointment to the Corporation's Board was on April 28, 2010.
Business Operations
The Corporation operates as a multi-product and multi-divisional organization with diverse business interests including:
- Plantations (Tea): Focusing on well-diversified portfolio of conventional and organic tea categories
- Auto Electric Components: Concentrating on new product development and organic growth
- Healthcare: Delivering improved profitability despite market challenges
The Corporation, incorporated on September 4, 1863, has been in commercial production for over 155 years and maintains substantial interests outside India through foreign subsidiaries, including a 100% subsidiary in Singapore engaged in horticulture and landscaping activities.
Historical Stock Returns for Bombay Burmah Trading
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.68% | -1.97% | +1.92% | -3.25% | -2.62% | +53.26% |


































