Coforge Seeks Shareholder Approval for Key Director Appointments

Coforge Limited , a leading global IT solutions organization, has announced a postal ballot to seek shareholder approval for two significant director appointments. The company is proposing the re-appointment of Mr. D K Singh as an Independent Director and the appointment of Mr. John Speight as an Executive Director.

Re-appointment of Mr. D K Singh

Coforge is seeking to re-appoint Mr. D K Singh as an Independent Director for a second term of five years, from February 12, 2026, to February 11, 2031. Mr. Singh, who has over 36 years of leadership experience across multiple global industries, currently serves as a Senior Advisor at McKinsey & Company. His expertise spans procurement, supply chain, and engineering, with a proven track record in transforming global organizations.

Appointment of Mr. John Speight

The company is also proposing the appointment of Mr. John Speight as an Executive Director for a five-year term, from October 10, 2025, to October 09, 2030. Mr. Speight, who has over 40 years of experience in the IT industry, currently leads Coforge's UK and Europe operations. His proposed annual remuneration package includes:

Component	Amount
Base salary	GBP 335,494 (approx. INR 40.30 crore)
Annual bonus (100% target achievement)	GBP 111,336 (approx. INR 13.37 crore)
Annual pension contribution	GBP 26,840
Long-term incentives	240,000 stock options vesting over four years

Voting Process

The remote e-voting period for the postal ballot will run from October 4, 2025, to November 2, 2025. Coforge has engaged the services of National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to provide the e-voting facility to its shareholders. The results of the postal ballot are expected to be declared by November 3, 2025.

Company's Perspective

The Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board of Directors believe that the appointments of Mr. Singh and Mr. Speight will be beneficial to Coforge, considering their skills, experience, and expertise in their respective fields.

Shareholders are encouraged to participate in the voting process to have their say in these important appointments that could shape the future direction of Coforge.

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Coforge Limited , a global digital services and solutions provider, has achieved a significant milestone in corporate governance. The company has been awarded the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance by the Institute of Directors (IoD), India.

Award Details and Significance

The Golden Peacock Award, widely regarded as a benchmark for Corporate Governance Excellence worldwide, was decided by a distinguished jury chaired by Hon'ble Justice Uday U. Lalit, former Chief Justice of India. Other eminent jury members included:

Hon'ble Justice Ritu Raj Awasthi, Judicial Member of Lokpal of India and Former Chairperson of the Law Commission of India
Prof. Mervyn E. King SC, Chairman of the King Committee on Corporate Governance and Former Judge of the Supreme Court of South Africa

This prestigious recognition underscores Coforge's unwavering commitment to maintaining high standards of corporate governance, transparency, and ethical business practices. The award serves as a testament to the company's efforts in fostering a culture of integrity and accountability within its corporate structure.

Company's Response

In an official communication to the stock exchanges, Coforge Limited expressed its pride in receiving this esteemed award. Barkha Sharma, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of Coforge, stated in the filing that this achievement highlights the company's dedication to upholding the highest standards of corporate governance.

About Coforge Limited

Coforge Limited, formerly known as NIIT Technologies, is a global digital services and solutions provider. The company specializes in AI, cloud, and data technologies, serving clients across various industries. With its registered office in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and a corporate office in Gurugram, Haryana, Coforge has established itself as a key player in the Indian IT services sector.

The Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance adds another feather to Coforge's cap, reinforcing its position as a company that not only delivers innovative solutions but also adheres to the highest standards of corporate ethics and governance.

Investors and stakeholders can view this award as a positive indicator of Coforge's commitment to transparency and ethical business practices, which are crucial factors in long-term business sustainability and shareholder value creation.