Hatsun Agro Product Limited has successfully completed its postal ballot process, with shareholders approving the reappointment of Mr. V R Muthu as Non-Executive Independent Director. The company announced the results on January 23, 2026, following the conclusion of the e-voting process on January 21, 2026.

Postal Ballot Results

The special resolution for Mr. V R Muthu's reappointment received overwhelming shareholder support, with detailed voting results demonstrating strong confidence in the appointment.

Shareholder Category Breakdown

The voting pattern across different shareholder categories revealed varying levels of support for the resolution.

Voting Process Details

The postal ballot process was conducted entirely through electronic voting, with the company utilizing NSDL's e-voting platform. The cut-off date for determining eligible shareholders was December 19, 2025, and the postal ballot notice was dispatched on December 22, 2025.

Appointment Details

Mr. V R Muthu (DIN: 01908841) has been reappointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director for his second and final term of five consecutive years. The appointment follows regulatory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI regulations.

Scrutinizer Report

Mr. Ramanathan Nachiappan, Designated Partner of S Dhanapal & Associates LLP, served as the scrutinizer for the postal ballot process. The scrutinizer confirmed that all procedural requirements were met and the voting process was conducted in accordance with applicable regulations. The company has submitted the scrutinizer report and voting results to both BSE and NSE as required under Regulation 44 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

Hatsun Agro Product Limited announced a remarkable achievement for its Arun Icecreams brand, which successfully set a new Guinness World Record on January 21, 2026. The ice cream manufacturer brought together 4,008 children in Chennai to create the longest chain of people licking ice cream, marking a significant milestone for the Indian dairy company.

Record-Breaking Achievement Details

The Guinness World Record attempt took place in Chennai, where participants formed a human chain while consuming Arun Icecreams products. The record was achieved through a coordinated effort where children consumed ice cream continuously for one minute while holding hands and offering ice cream to the person on their right, creating a seamless chain experience.

The children participating in the record attempt enjoyed Arun Icecreams butterscotch and chocolate-flavoured Jolly Train products, which are made with real milk and cream. This achievement surpassed the previous record set in Canada 15 years ago with approximately 2,500 students.

Official Recognition and Leadership Response

The Guinness World Record received official recognition from Mr. Richard William Stenning from the UK Guinness Team and Mr. Milind Verlekar from the Pune Guinness Team. The certificate and honor were presented to Mr. C. Sathyan, Vice Chairman of Hatsun Agro Product Limited.

Mr. R. G. Chandramogan, Chairman of Hatsun Agro Product Limited, commented on the achievement: "This is a truly cherished moment to see over 4,000 children come together to set a Guinness World Record in ice cream eating. Our journey has always been driven by a commitment to consistent quality and the simple joy that ice cream brings to everyone."

Participating Educational Institutions

The record-setting event saw participation from multiple educational institutions across Chennai. The participating schools included:

• Narayana Group of Schools
• Nellai School
• Ramachandra School
• Suda Nanda Vidyalaya
• Budding Minds
• SV School
• Vels Global
• Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan Senior Secondary School

Company Background and Market Presence

Hatsun Agro Product Limited operates as one of India's leading private-sector dairy companies, maintaining direct procurement relationships with over 400,000 carefully selected farmers. The company's brand portfolio encompasses multiple product categories including Arun Ice creams, Arokya Milk, Hatsun Dairy Products, ibaco, Santosa, and Milky Moo.

The company maintains an extensive retail footprint with over 4,000 HAP daily Exclusive Stores across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Kerala, Odisha, Goa, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Bihar.

This Guinness World Record achievement further strengthens Arun Icecreams' position as one of India's leading ice cream brands, demonstrating the company's ability to engage consumers through innovative marketing initiatives while maintaining its commitment to quality dairy products.

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