Indogulf Cropsciences Limited has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Indian Council of Agricultural Research–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) for the Prime Minister's Fellowship for Doctoral Research. This joint initiative of CII and Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) represents a significant step in strengthening academia-industry collaboration in Indian agriculture.

Fellowship Program Details

The comprehensive agreement establishes a four-year funding commitment to support advanced agricultural research. The partnership demonstrates the company's dedication to fostering innovation and developing next-generation talent to address emerging challenges in Indian agriculture.

Research Focus and Innovation

The fellowship aims to promote high-quality, industry-relevant research addressing critical agricultural challenges. The proposed research will focus on bio-stimulants for alleviating adverse effects of drought and heat stress, ensuring food security amid climate change. This scientific collaboration will operate under direct mentorship of experienced researchers with expertise in abiotic stress tolerance of plants, phenomics, and genome editing.

Leadership Statement

Commenting on the development, Mr. Sanjay Aggarwal, Managing Director of Indogulf Cropsciences Limited, stated: "We are delighted to partner with CII, ANRF and ICAR–IARI under the Prime Minister's Fellowship for Doctoral Research. As a Company deeply rooted in Indian agriculture, we believe that meaningful innovation begins with strong research. Supporting a promising scholar at a premier institution like ICAR–IARI aligns with our mission to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions for farmers and to contribute to the long-term competitiveness of Indian agriculture."

Company Profile

Founded in 1993 and headquartered in New Delhi, Indogulf Cropsciences Limited operates as an established player in the agri-inputs industry. The company manufactures and distributes crop protection products, plant nutrients, and biologicals across 34+ countries globally. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Haryana and Jammu & Kashmir, the company offers a comprehensive portfolio covering multiple formulations including WDG, SC, CS, ULV, EW, SG, and FS in powder, granular, and liquid forms.

Indogulf Cropsciences Limited has issued a comprehensive postal ballot notice to shareholders seeking approval for key director re-appointments through electronic voting. The company has announced specific timelines and procedures for the voting process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI regulations.

E-voting Schedule and Process

The company has established a structured timeline for the postal ballot process with specific dates for shareholder participation.

The postal ballot notice is being sent exclusively through electronic mode to members whose email addresses are registered with the company, depositories, or registrar and share transfer agent. Physical copies are not being distributed in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs circulars.

Director Re-appointment Resolutions

The postal ballot encompasses four critical resolutions for director re-appointments, each requiring specific shareholder approval types.

Executive Leadership Appointments

The first two resolutions focus on the re-appointment of the company's executive leadership team for extended terms.

Both executive directors will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 16.00 lakh along with provident fund contributions and other benefits as per company policy. Om Prakash Aggarwal's appointment requires a special resolution due to his age of 75 years, exceeding the statutory limit under the Companies Act, 2013.

Independent Director Re-appointments

Two independent directors are being re-appointed for second consecutive terms, strengthening the board's governance structure.

Both independent directors have submitted declarations confirming their independence criteria under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR Regulations.

Director Profiles and Shareholding

The executive directors bring substantial experience and maintain significant shareholdings in the company.

Om Prakash Aggarwal holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from University of Delhi and has been associated with the company since 1993. Sanjay Aggarwal possesses a bachelor's degree in commerce and an MBA in marketing and finance, joining the company as Managing Director in 1997.

Voting Procedures and Guidelines

The company has established comprehensive e-voting procedures through NSDL's platform, accommodating different categories of shareholders. Individual shareholders holding securities in demat mode can vote through their depository accounts, while institutional shareholders must submit board resolutions and authority letters to the scrutinizer.

Mr. Rohit Bhatia (ACS: 67220, COP: 25126) has been appointed as the scrutinizer to conduct the postal ballot process transparently. The voting results will be announced on or before March 31, 2026, and communicated to stock exchanges while being displayed on the company's website.

Shareholders whose email addresses are not registered can contact the company at cs@groupindogulf.com with required documentation to participate in the e-voting process. The company emphasizes that only members recorded in the register as of the cut-off date will be eligible to vote on the proposed resolutions.