NDTV Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Director Re-appointment and Related Party Transactions
New Delhi Television Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for three key resolutions: re-appointment of Mr. Sanjay Pugalia as Whole-time Director for three years with remuneration up to Rs. 3 crores per annum, and material related party transactions worth Rs. 329.40 crores with NDTV Convergence Limited and Rs. 529.50 crores with Adani Enterprises Limited for FY 2026-27. The remote e-voting process will run from February 26 to March 27, 2026.

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New Delhi Television (NDTV) has issued a comprehensive postal ballot notice dated January 28, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for three critical resolutions that will shape the company's operations for the upcoming financial year. The notice, filed with BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited on February 25, 2026, outlines key corporate governance matters requiring member consent.
Director Re-appointment Proposal
The primary resolution involves the re-appointment of Mr. Sanjay Pugalia (DIN: 08360398) as Whole-time Director of the company. The Board of Directors, based on recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, has proposed his re-appointment for a period of three consecutive years.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Tenure: | April 1, 2026 to March 31, 2029 |
| Remuneration: | Up to Rs. 3 crores per annum |
| Age: | 65 years (Born January 1, 1961) |
| First Appointment: | December 23, 2022 |
| Board Meeting Attendance: | 7 of 7 meetings |
Mr. Pugalia brings extensive experience in digital, television, and print media, having launched and headed CNBC Awaaz for 12 years. His background includes setting up Star News in Hindi, heading Zee News, and being part of the founding team of AajTak. The proposed remuneration structure includes salary, perquisites, allowances, and additional benefits such as provident fund contributions and business-related expense reimbursements.
Material Related Party Transactions
The company seeks approval for two significant related party transaction proposals for the financial year 2026-27, both exceeding the materiality threshold of Rs. 46.50 crores (10% of annual consolidated turnover).
NDTV Convergence Limited Transactions
The first proposal involves transactions with NDTV Convergence Limited, a material subsidiary where NDTV holds 95.40% shareholding.
| Transaction Details: | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Aggregate Value: | Rs. 329.40 crores |
| Relationship: | Material subsidiary |
| Previous FY Transactions: | Rs. 62.13 crores |
| Current FY (till Q3): | Rs. 141.52 crores |
| Percentage of Turnover: | 70.83% |
These transactions encompass rendering and availing of services including advertisement services, support services, marketing, travel, royalty, personnel resources, and inter-corporate loans. The company has renewed and enhanced an inter-corporate loan from Rs. 110 crores to Rs. 150 crores for FY 2026-27.
Adani Enterprises Limited Transactions
The second proposal covers transactions with Adani Enterprises Limited, the ultimate holding company of NDTV.
| Transaction Details: | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Aggregate Value: | Rs. 529.50 crores |
| Relationship: | Ultimate holding company |
| Previous FY Transactions: | Rs. 364.32 crores |
| Current FY (till Q3): | Rs. 36.96 crores |
| Percentage of Turnover: | 113.86% |
These transactions include inter-corporate loans, interest expenses, common cost allocation of corporate services, and other business-related services. The company has availed an inter-corporate loan of Rs. 300 crores from AEL, which is being renewed for FY 2026-27.
Voting Process and Timeline
The postal ballot process will be conducted exclusively through remote e-voting, in compliance with MCA circulars and SEBI regulations.
| Voting Schedule: | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date: | February 20, 2026 |
| E-voting Commencement: | February 26, 2026 at 9:30 AM IST |
| E-voting Conclusion: | March 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM IST |
| Scrutinizer: | M/s Vishal Arora and Associates |
| E-voting Platform: | NSDL |
Shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members or List of Beneficial Owners as of the cut-off date are entitled to vote. The company has engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) as the authorized agency for facilitating the remote e-voting process.
Financial Context
The company's recent financial performance provides context for these proposals. For FY 2024-25, NDTV reported revenue from operations of Rs. 261.72 crores but incurred a loss of Rs. 199.79 crores, primarily due to substantial increases in expenses related to strategic expansion initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
The Audit Committee, comprising independent directors, reviewed and approved these transactions on January 28, 2026, confirming they are conducted at arm's length and in the ordinary course of business. The Board of Directors subsequently recommended these proposals for shareholder approval through ordinary and special resolutions as applicable.

































