Easy trip planners Limited has announced the cessation of Mr. Vinod Kumar Tripathi as Independent Director following the completion of his second five-year term. The company made this disclosure under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Director Cessation Details

Mr. Vinod Kumar Tripathi (DIN: 00798632) completed his second term as Independent Director and consequently ceased to hold the position with effect from the close of business hours on February 24, 2026. He also ceased to be a member of various board committees of the company.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the SEBI Listing Regulations. The company also referenced compliance with SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

As per regulatory requirements under Regulation 46 of the Listing Regulations, the disclosure will be hosted on the company's website at easemytrip.com/investorrelations.html.

Board Acknowledgment

The Board of Directors and Management of Easy Trip Planners expressed their earnest gratitude and appreciation for Mr. Tripathi's extensive contributions, guidance, commitment and stewardship during his tenure as Independent Director. His second term spanned five consecutive years, completing the maximum permissible tenure for an independent director.

The cessation represents a natural conclusion of the director's statutory term limit rather than any resignation or removal, maintaining continuity in the company's governance transition.

Easy Trip Planners Limited has formally announced the appointment of Mr. Ajay Kumar Chauhan as Independent Director, effective February 24, 2026, following successful completion of the postal ballot process. The company made the announcement under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, confirming the five-year directorship term.

Director Profile and Qualifications

Mr. Ajay Kumar Chauhan (DIN: 09394953) brings over 40 years of leadership experience across government departments, PSUs, regulatory bodies and the corporate sector. As a 1984 batch Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer, he has demonstrated expertise in finance, audit, taxation, institution building, financial turnaround, IPOs, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

Appointment Process and Timeline

The appointment process followed regulatory compliance requirements, with the Board of Directors initially approving the appointment on January 19, 2026, based on recommendations from the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. Subsequently, shareholders confirmed the appointment through postal ballot on February 22, 2026, as verified in the Scrutinizer's Report dated February 24, 2026.

Postal Ballot Results Summary

The postal ballot process concluded successfully with overwhelming shareholder support for both resolutions. The special resolution for Mr. Chauhan's appointment as Independent Director received 99.97% approval from shareholders.

Current Engagements and Expertise

Mr. Chauhan currently serves in multiple advisory capacities, including Senior Advisor at Raigad Pen Growth Centre Ltd., Corporate Advisor for Corporate Affairs & Government Relations at Tamil Nadu Coke & Power Ltd., and Financial Advisor at Malwanchal University. His extensive experience in regulatory bodies and strategic PSEs under the Ministry of Defence adds significant value to Easy Trip Planners' board composition.

The company confirmed that Mr. Chauhan is not related to any existing Director and has not been debarred from holding directorship by SEBI or any other regulatory authority. The appointment strengthens the company's governance framework with his expertise in finance, regulatory compliance, and strategic advisory roles.