Niva Bupa Health Insurance Announces Postal Ballot for Director Appointment and CEO Remuneration Revision
Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited has issued a postal ballot notice for two key resolutions: appointing Roger William John Davis as Non-Executive Director and revising MD & CEO Krishnan Ramachandran's remuneration for FY 2025-26. The e-voting period runs from February 25 to March 26, 2026, with results expected by March 28, 2026. Davis brings 40+ years of financial services experience, while Ramachandran's revised total fixed pay amounts to ₹4,12,75,648 per annum, approved by IRDAI.

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Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited has announced a postal ballot notice under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations, seeking member approval for two significant corporate actions through remote e-voting.
Key Resolutions for Approval
The company is seeking shareholder consent for the following matters through ordinary resolutions:
| Sr. No. | Business Items |
|---|---|
| 1. | Appointment of Mr. Roger William John Davis (DIN: 11417248) as Non-Executive Director |
| 2. | Revision in Remuneration of Mr. Krishnan Ramachandran (DIN: 08719264), Managing Director & CEO, for FY 2025-26 |
E-Voting Schedule and Process
The company has engaged KFin Technologies Limited as the e-voting service provider. Members whose email addresses are registered as on the cut-off date of February 20, 2026, will be eligible to participate in the voting process.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| E-voting Commencement | 09:00 A.M. (IST) on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 |
| E-voting End | 05:00 P.M. (IST) on Thursday, March 26, 2026 |
| Results Declaration | On or before Saturday, March 28, 2026 |
| Scrutinizer | Mr. Ranjeet Pandey (FCS No. 5922, COP No. 6087) |
Director Appointment Details
Mr. Roger William John Davis, aged 69 years, brings extensive experience to the board. He holds an MA degree in Politics, Philosophy & Economics from the University of Oxford and served 12 years as an Officer in the British Army. With over 40 years of experience in financial services, he has previously served as Chairman of BUPA, Chairman of Sainsbury's Bank, and Non-Executive Director of Experian plc.
His appointment as Additional Director was effective January 29, 2026, based on recommendations from the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. The current postal ballot seeks formal shareholder approval for his continuation as Non-Executive Director.
CEO Remuneration Revision
The proposed revision in Mr. Krishnan Ramachandran's remuneration for financial year 2025-26 has received IRDAI approval dated November 11, 2025. The revised compensation structure includes:
| Component | Amount (₹ per annum) |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary | 1,23,82,694 |
| House Rent Allowance | 61,91,347 |
| Management Allowance | 2,06,21,315 |
| Provident Fund | 14,85,923 |
| Gratuity | 5,94,369 |
| Total Fixed Pay | 4,12,75,648 |
| Performance Bonus (Cash-projected) | 2,94,08,900 |
| Performance Bonus (ESOPs-projected) | 6,86,20,766 |
Mr. Ramachandran, who holds 1,11,50,000 equity shares in the company, has been serving as Managing Director & CEO since May 01, 2020. He brings over 25 years of experience across health insurance, healthcare, and life sciences industries.
Compliance and Documentation
The postal ballot notice complies with MCA circulars and will be distributed electronically to eligible members. The notice is also available on the company's website at www.nivabupa.com , stock exchange websites, and KFin Technologies' e-voting portal. Members can access detailed explanatory statements and voting instructions through these platforms.
Historical Stock Returns for Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.98% | -0.09% | -1.30% | -9.71% | -0.95% | +2.90% |


































