Gujarat Pipavav Port Director Rajkumar Beniwal Resigns Following Government Transfer
Gujarat Pipavav Port Limited announced the resignation of Director Rajkumar Beniwal, IAS, effective December 29, 2025, following his relief from Gujarat Maritime Board's Vice Chairman position. The company received formal notification on January 19, 2026, and confirmed continued compliance with SEBI board composition regulations.
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Gujarat pipavav port Limited has announced the resignation of Mr. Rajkumar Beniwal, IAS, from its Board of Directors, effective December 29, 2025. The company received formal notification of the resignation on January 19, 2026, through an email from Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB).
Resignation Details
The resignation stems from a government notification issued by the General Administrative Department, Government of Gujarat, dated December 23, 2025, which relieved Beniwal from his position as Vice Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Gujarat Maritime Board.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Resignation Date: | December 29, 2025 |
| Notification Received: | January 19, 2026 |
| DIN Number: | 07195658 |
| Previous Position: | Vice Chairman & CEO, Gujarat Maritime Board |
| Relief Notification: | December 23, 2025 |
Multiple Board Resignations
Beniwal's resignation was not limited to Gujarat Pipavav Port Limited. He simultaneously resigned from the boards of several other port and infrastructure companies:
- Gujarat Port Infrastructure and Development Company Limited
- GSPC LNG Limited
- Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited
- Gujarat Chemical Port Limited
- Swan LNG Private Limited
- Gujarat Port and Logistics Company Limited
This comprehensive resignation across multiple entities reflects the interconnected nature of his previous role at Gujarat Maritime Board and his nominee director positions.
Regulatory Compliance
Gujarat Pipavav Port Limited has confirmed it will continue to comply with Regulation 17 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, regarding board composition. The company has made the resignation details available on its website at www.pipavav.com as part of its transparency obligations.
Formal Communication
The resignation letter, dated December 29, 2025, expressed Beniwal's appreciation for the cooperation and support received from board members during his tenure. Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Manish Agnihotri handled the formal communication to stock exchanges, ensuring proper regulatory disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI regulations.
The resignation represents a routine administrative change following government personnel transfers, with the company maintaining its commitment to regulatory compliance and governance standards.
Historical Stock Returns for Gujarat Pipavav Port
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.38% | -5.38% | +2.14% | +1.78% | +2.36% | +42.54% |
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