Emcure Pharmaceuticals Re-appoints Three Independent Directors for Second Consecutive Terms
Emcure Pharmaceuticals announced the re-appointment of three independent directors for second consecutive terms following a February 04, 2026 board meeting. Dr. Shailesh Kripalu Ayyangar and Mr. Vijay Keshav Gokhale will serve five-year terms, while Dr. Vidya Rajiv Yeravdekar will serve a three-year term, all effective between April-June 2026. The appointments are subject to shareholder approval and comply with SEBI regulations.

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Emcure Pharmaceuticals has announced the re-appointment of three independent directors for their second consecutive terms, following a board meeting held on February 04, 2026. The decision was made based on recommendations from the company's Nomination and Remuneration Committee and is subject to shareholder approval.
Board Approvals and Appointments
The board of directors approved the re-appointment of three key independent directors during the meeting that commenced at 12:40 p.m. (IST) and concluded at 1:15 p.m. (IST). All three directors have been serving the company since April 16, 2021, and are being re-appointed for their second consecutive terms.
| Director Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Dr. Shailesh Kripalu Ayyangar | |
| DIN: | 00268076 |
| Position: | Non-Executive and Independent Director |
| Term Duration: | 5 years |
| Effective Date: | June 02, 2026 |
| Mr. Vijay Keshav Gokhale | |
| DIN: | 09134089 |
| Position: | Non-Executive and Independent Director |
| Term Duration: | 5 years |
| Effective Date: | April 16, 2026 |
| Dr. Vidya Rajiv Yeravdekar | |
| DIN: | 02183179 |
| Position: | Non-Executive and Independent Director |
| Term Duration: | 3 years |
| Effective Date: | April 16, 2026 |
Director Profiles and Experience
Dr. Shailesh Kripalu Ayyangar brings over 40 years of experience in healthcare, with deep expertise in pharmaceutical R&D, biologicals, pharmaceutical operations, animal health, and consumer healthcare. He previously served as a member of Sanofi's International Leadership Team and Country Chair for India & South Asia, building the business to become one of the most respected and fast-growing multinational companies in the region. Dr. Ayyangar holds a bachelor's degree in veterinary science and animal husbandry from Gujarat Agricultural University and a post-graduate diploma in management from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad.
Mr. Vijay Keshav Gokhale holds a master's degree in history and joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1981. His distinguished diplomatic career includes postings in Hong Kong, Hanoi, Beijing, and New York. He served in various senior positions including Secretary (Finance), Director (China & East Asia), High Commissioner to Malaysia (January 2010 to October 2013), Ambassador to Germany (October 2013 to January 2016), Ambassador to China (January 2016 to October 2017), and Foreign Secretary (January 2018 to January 2020).
Dr. Vidya Rajiv Yeravdekar serves as the Principal Director of Symbiosis Society and Pro Chancellor of Symbiosis International University. She has been appointed as a member of the expert group on Global Outreach of Higher Education by UGC to implement the National Education Policy 2020 and serves as a member of the Advisory Group of Analytical and Advisory work (ASA) at the World Bank. Dr. Yeravdekar holds an MBBS degree, a bachelor's degree in law from the University of Pune, and a PhD in internationalization of higher education in India from Symbiosis International University.
Regulatory Compliance
The company confirmed that all three directors are not debarred from holding director positions by SEBI or any other authority, in accordance with BSE Circular No. LIST/COMP/14/2018-19 dated June 20, 2018, and NSE Circular No. NSE/CML/2018/02 dated June 20, 2018. Additionally, none of the directors are related to any existing directors or key managerial personnel of the company. The appointments comply with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Historical Stock Returns for Emcure Pharmaceuticals
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.91% | +3.39% | +7.27% | +12.51% | +22.98% | +12.93% |


































