DISA India Limited Initiates Postal Ballot for Independent Director Appointment
DISA India Limited has announced a postal ballot to seek shareholder approval for appointing Mr. Muralidharan Angadu Mohanakrishnan as Non-Executive Independent Director. The e-voting period runs from March 13 to April 11, 2026, with results by April 14, 2026. Mr. Mohanakrishnan brings over 35 years of construction equipment industry experience, including senior roles at Volvo Group. The Board appointed him as Additional Director on January 21, 2026, for a term until May 19, 2030, subject to shareholder approval.

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DISA India Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Muralidharan Angadu Mohanakrishnan as a Non-Executive Independent Director. The company announced this corporate governance initiative through a formal notice dated March 12, 2026, addressed to BSE Limited.
Postal Ballot Details and Timeline
The e-voting process has been structured with specific timelines and procedures to ensure comprehensive shareholder participation:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| E-voting Commencement: | March 13, 2026 (9:00 a.m. IST) |
| E-voting Conclusion: | April 11, 2026 (5:00 p.m. IST) |
| Results Announcement: | On or before April 14, 2026 |
| Cut-off Date: | March 6, 2026 |
| Service Provider: | Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) |
The postal ballot notice has been sent electronically to shareholders whose email addresses are registered with the company or depositories as of the cut-off date. The company has appointed Mr. Nagendra D. Rao (Membership No. FCS 5553, COP 7731), a Practising Company Secretary, as the Scrutinizer to conduct the postal ballot process in a fair and transparent manner.
Director Appointment Details
The Board of Directors, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, appointed Mr. Muralidharan Angadu Mohanakrishnan as an Additional Director on January 21, 2026. The proposed appointment carries the following specifications:
| Appointment Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Mr. Muralidharan Angadu Mohanakrishnan |
| DIN: | 03279284 |
| Position: | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Term Duration: | Four years Three months Twenty Two days |
| Term Period: | January 28, 2026 to May 19, 2030 |
| Date of Birth: | May 19, 1960 |
| Age: | 65 years |
Professional Background and Expertise
Mr. Mohanakrishnan brings extensive industry experience to the Board, with over 35 years of global experience in the construction equipment sector. His professional background includes:
- Managing Director and Head of Productivity Services Asia at Volvo Group Singapore
- Chairman of Country Management at Volvo Group Singapore
- President of Volvo Construction Equipment India
- Head of Commercial, Marketing, and Strategy roles across multiple regions
- Leadership of multicultural teams and multi-country P&L management
- Oversight of manufacturing operations with up to 4,000 employees
- 27 years of service with Volvo Construction Equipment before retiring in December 2024
His educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Business Administration from Anna University and a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from College of Engineering, Guindy. He currently works as a consultant with Indian Foundation for Quality Management.
Compliance and Regulatory Framework
The postal ballot process adheres to multiple regulatory requirements and guidelines:
- Section 110 of the Companies Act, 2013
- Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014
- SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
- Various MCA circulars including General Circular No. 03/2025 dated September 22, 2025
- Regulation 17(1C) of SEBI Listing Regulations requiring shareholder approval within three months of appointment
Mr. Mohanakrishnan has provided the necessary declarations confirming his independence criteria under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, and has confirmed that he is not disqualified from holding the position of director. The Board considers his appointment beneficial to the company, citing his leadership expertise across multiple sectors and geographies.
Shareholder Participation Process
Shareholders can participate in the e-voting process through multiple channels depending on their shareholding mode. The company has provided detailed instructions for voting through CDSL and NSDL depositories, as well as for physical shareholders. The voting rights will be calculated based on the paid-up equity share capital as on the cut-off date of March 6, 2026.
The resolution, if passed by the requisite majority, will be deemed to have been passed on April 11, 2026, being the last date specified for e-voting. The results, along with the Scrutinizer's report, will be communicated to BSE and uploaded on the company's website.
Historical Stock Returns for DISA
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.03% | -2.41% | -12.29% | -16.10% | -14.20% | +145.13% |


































