Highway Infrastructure Limited Announces Postal Ballot for Independent Director Appointment
Highway Infrastructure Limited has issued a postal ballot notice for shareholder approval of Mr. Vinayak Parkhi's appointment as Non-Executive Independent Director for a five-year term from November 6, 2025 to November 5, 2030. The e-voting process through CDSL runs from December 13, 2025 to January 11, 2026, with results expected by January 13, 2026. Mr. Parkhi, a Chartered Accountant and former HDFC Bank Senior Vice-President, was initially appointed as Additional Director by the Board on November 6, 2025, subject to member approval through this postal ballot process.

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Highway Infrastructure Limited has announced a postal ballot seeking shareholder approval for the appointment of Mr. Vinayak Parkhi as Non-Executive Independent Director. The company issued the notice on December 10, 2025, following the Board's decision to appoint Mr. Parkhi as Additional Director on November 6, 2025.
Director Appointment Details
The postal ballot seeks approval for Mr. Vinayak Parkhi's appointment through a Special Resolution. Key details of the proposed appointment include:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Name: | Mr. Vinayak Parkhi |
| DIN: | 11220908 |
| Position: | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Term: | 5 consecutive years |
| Effective Date: | November 6, 2025 |
| Term End: | November 5, 2030 |
| Professional Background: | Chartered Accountant, Former Senior Vice-President HDFC Bank |
Mr. Parkhi meets the independence criteria under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations. The company has received his declaration of independence and confirmation that he is not debarred from holding directorship by any statutory authority.
E-Voting Process and Timeline
The company has engaged Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) to provide remote e-voting facility to shareholders. The voting process follows these parameters:
| Voting Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| E-voting Start: | December 13, 2025 at 09:00 AM (IST) |
| E-voting End: | January 11, 2026 at 05:00 PM (IST) |
| Cut-off Date: | December 5, 2025 |
| Results Declaration: | On or before January 13, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer: | CS Manish Maheshwari (Membership No. 5174) |
Only shareholders whose names appear in the register of members or beneficial owners as on the cut-off date will be eligible to participate in the e-voting process. Voting rights will be proportionate to shareholding in the paid-up equity share capital.
Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot notice has been issued in compliance with multiple regulatory requirements:
- 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
In accordance with MCA circulars, the postal ballot notice is being sent only through electronic mode to members whose email addresses are registered with the company or depositories.
Director Profile and Expertise
Mr. Vinayak Parkhi brings significant financial and banking expertise to Highway Infrastructure Limited's board. As a Chartered Accountant and former Senior Vice-President of HDFC Bank, his knowledge in taxation and finance management is expected to contribute substantially to the company's strategic direction.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee evaluated Mr. Parkhi's skills, experience, and knowledge before recommending his appointment to the Board of Directors. The company has received a notice under Section 160 of the Companies Act from a member proposing his candidature for the office of Independent Director.
Document Availability
The postal ballot notice and related documents are available on multiple platforms for shareholder access:
- Company website: www.highwayinfrastructure.in
- BSE website: www.bseindia.com
- NSE website: www.nseindia.com
- CDSL e-voting portal: https://www.evotingindia.com
Shareholders can inspect relevant documents electronically by sending requests to cs@highwayinfrastructure.in with their folio number or demat account details. The resolution, if approved, will be deemed passed on the last date of e-voting, January 11, 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Highway Infrastructure
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.94% | -0.82% | -7.94% | -51.16% | -51.16% | -51.16% |













































