Hindusthan Udyog Limited Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Independent Director Re-appointment
Hindusthan Udyog Limited has issued a postal ballot notice for the re-appointment of Mr. S.K. Roychowdhury as Independent Director for a second five-year term starting 2nd April, 2026. The voting period runs from 3rd March to 1st April, 2026, with results to be declared on 2nd April, 2026. The re-appointment requires Special Resolution approval due to the director's age exceeding 75 years, as per SEBI regulations.

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Hindusthan Udyog Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for the re-appointment of an Independent Director. The notice, dated 26th February, 2026, was submitted to BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Director Re-appointment Details
The company is seeking approval for the re-appointment of Mr. S.K. Roychowdhury (DIN: 09116850) as an Independent Director for a second term of five consecutive years. His current term is scheduled to expire on 1st April, 2026, and the proposed new term will commence from 2nd April, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Mr. S.K. Roychowdhury |
| DIN: | 09116850 |
| Current Term Expiry: | 1st April, 2026 |
| New Term Commencement: | 2nd April, 2026 |
| Term Duration: | Five consecutive years |
| Resolution Type: | Special Resolution |
Voting Schedule and Process
The postal ballot voting process has been structured with specific timelines for member participation. The Board of Directors approved the re-appointment at its meeting held on 26th February, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
| Timeline: | Details |
|---|---|
| Voting Commencement: | Tuesday, 3rd March, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (IST) |
| Voting End: | Wednesday, 1st April, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (IST) |
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, 27th February, 2026 |
| Result Declaration: | Thursday, 2nd April, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer: | Ms. Vidhya Baid (FCS-8882) |
Director Profile and Qualifications
Mr. S.K. Roychowdhury brings significant industry experience to the Board. His first appointment as Independent Director was on 2nd April, 2021, and he has confirmed that he fulfills the criteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013.
| Profile Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth: | 1st December, 1947 |
| First Appointment: | 2nd April, 2021 |
| Qualifications: | B Tech (Metallurgical) from IIT Kharagpur |
| Expertise: | Operations and Management of Engineering Industries, Marketing Management |
| Other Directorships: | Asutosh Enterprises Limited, Bengal Steel Industries Limited |
Regulatory Compliance and Age Consideration
In terms of Regulation 17(1A) of the Listing Regulations, approval by Special Resolution is required for continuation of a Non-Executive Director who has attained the age of 75 years. The Board, based on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee's recommendation, believes Mr. Roychowdhury's continued association would benefit the company considering his extensive industry experience and expertise.
Voting Methods and Member Access
Members can exercise their voting rights through two methods:
- E-voting facility: Provided by NSDL through their online platform
- Postal ballot form: Physical form submission to the Scrutinizer
Members can opt for only one mode of voting. If votes are cast through both methods, e-voting will prevail and the postal ballot form will be treated as invalid. The postal ballot notice and forms are being sent electronically to members whose email addresses are registered with the company or depositories.
Committee Positions
Mr. Roychowdhury currently holds key committee positions in his other directorships:
Asutosh Enterprises Limited:
- Audit Committee – Chairman
- Nomination and Remuneration Committee – Member
Bengal Steel Industries Limited:
- Audit Committee – Chairman
- Nomination and Remuneration Committee – Member
The company's registered office is located at Trinity Plaza, 3rd Floor, 84/1A, Topsia Road (South), Kolkata- 700 046, and the results will be declared at this location following the completion of the scrutiny process.
Historical Stock Returns for Hindustan Udyog
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