Poddar Pigments Limited Initiates Postal Ballot for Independent Director Appointment
Poddar Pigments Limited has initiated a postal ballot process for appointing Shri Visvanathan Muthukumar as Independent Director for the term February 27, 2026 to September 30, 2030. The e-voting period runs from March 13 to April 11, 2026, with CDSL facilitating the electronic voting process. The 66-year-old chartered accountant brings over four decades of experience in finance, taxation, and management information systems from his tenure with Larsen & Toubro and Murugappa Group.

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Poddar Pigments Limited has announced a postal ballot process for the appointment of an Independent Director, in compliance with regulatory requirements under SEBI Listing Regulations.
Postal Ballot Notice Details
The company has issued a formal notice dated February 27, 2026, under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The postal ballot seeks shareholder approval for special business through electronic voting means only.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| E-voting Period: | March 13, 2026 (9:00 AM) to April 11, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Date: | March 06, 2026 |
| Service Provider: | Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) |
| Scrutinizer: | Shri Akshit Kumar Jangid (FCS 11285, CP 16300) |
Proposed Director Appointment
The postal ballot concerns the appointment of Shri Visvanathan Muthukumar (DIN: 00584405) as an Independent Director. The Board of Directors has already appointed him as an Additional Director in the Non-Executive Independent Director category, effective February 27, 2026.
| Director Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Name: | Shri Visvanathan Muthukumar |
| DIN: | 00584405 |
| Proposed Term: | February 27, 2026 to September 30, 2030 |
| Category: | Non-Executive Independent Director |
| Age: | 66 years (Born August 9, 1959) |
Professional Background
Shri Muthukumar brings over four decades of extensive experience in Finance, Taxation, and Management Information Systems within the corporate sector. His career highlights include:
- Senior leadership positions with Larsen & Toubro Ltd and Murugappa Group, Tamil Nadu
- Currently holds senior position in Ambattur Clothing Company (group) India and Overseas
- Director in Avighna Systems Private Limited
- Qualified Chartered Accountant (member since 1983)
- Bachelor's degree in Physics from St Joseph's College, Tiruchirappalli
Voting Process and Timeline
The company has engaged CDSL for facilitating remote e-voting to enable members to cast their votes electronically. The voting process will be conducted exclusively through electronic means, with no physical voting facility.
Key Voting Information:
- Eligible Shareholders: Those holding shares in physical or demat form as on the cut-off date of March 06, 2026
- Voting Platform: Available on www.evotingindia.com and company website www.poddarpigmentsltd.com
- Results Declaration: Within two working days from conclusion of e-voting period
- Resolution Type: Special Resolution required for approval
Regulatory Compliance
The appointment follows provisions of Sections 149, 150, 152, 160 and Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013, along with Regulation 17 of SEBI Listing Regulations. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has recommended the appointment based on the candidate's capabilities and experience.
The company has received necessary declarations confirming that Shri Muthukumar meets independence criteria under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, and Regulation 16 of the Listing Regulations. He has also confirmed compliance with Rule 6 regarding inclusion in the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs databank.
Shareholder Communication
The postal ballot notice is being sent through email to all registered shareholders. Members who have not registered their email addresses are requested to provide necessary details to the company at com.sec@poddarpigmentsltd.com or to the Registrar and Transfer Agent MUFG Intime India Pvt Ltd.
The results of the postal ballot will be communicated to BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange of India Ltd in accordance with listing regulations, and will be available on both the company's website and CDSL's platform within one working day of the resolution passing.
Historical Stock Returns for Poddar Pigments
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.08% | -0.82% | -12.12% | -23.51% | -23.24% | +8.70% |































