Sandesh Limited Shareholders Approve Key Resolutions at 82nd AGM
Sandesh Limited held its 82nd Annual General Meeting on September 25, 2025. Shareholders approved a total dividend of Rs. 5.00 per equity share for FY 2025. Smt. Pannaben Falgunbhai Patel was re-appointed as Director. Shri Falgunbhai C. Patel's term as Chairman & Managing Director was extended beyond his 70th birthday until March 31, 2027. M.C. Gupta & Co. was appointed as Secretarial Auditor for a five-year term. Financial statements for FY 2025 were adopted.

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Sandesh Limited , a prominent regional media organization, held its 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 25, 2025, where shareholders approved several significant resolutions. The meeting, conducted through video conferencing, saw important decisions being made regarding dividends, director appointments, and corporate governance.
Dividend Declaration
Shareholders confirmed an interim dividend of Rs. 2.50 per equity share that was paid during the financial year. Additionally, they approved a final dividend of Rs. 2.50 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2025. The total dividend for the year stands at Rs. 5.00 per equity share. The final dividend is scheduled to be paid on October 10, 2025, to shareholders on record as of August 22, 2025.
Director Re-appointments
Smt. Pannaben Falgunbhai Patel was re-appointed as a Director of the company. Smt. Patel, who was retiring by rotation, brings valuable experience in social responsibility and community welfare to the board. Her re-appointment underscores the company's commitment to maintaining a diverse and experienced leadership team.
Extension of Chairman & Managing Director's Term
In a special resolution, shareholders approved the continuation of Shri Falgunbhai C. Patel as Chairman & Managing Director beyond his 70th birthday. Shri Patel, who will turn 70 on January 11, 2026, will continue in his role until March 31, 2027. This decision reflects the shareholders' confidence in his leadership and vision for the company.
Appointment of Secretarial Auditor
The AGM also saw the appointment of M.C. Gupta & Co. as the company's Secretarial Auditor for a five-year term from 2025-26 to 2029-30. This appointment ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains high standards of corporate governance.
Financial Statement Adoption
Shareholders adopted the audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, along with the reports of the Board of Directors and Statutory Auditors.
The AGM, which lasted for 25 minutes, was attended by 48 shareholders, including 8 from the promoter and promoter group and 40 from the public. The meeting concluded with a Q&A session where shareholders' queries were addressed by the company's Chief Financial Officer.
Sandesh Limited's 82nd AGM demonstrated the company's commitment to transparency, shareholder engagement, and sound corporate governance practices. The approved resolutions pave the way for the company's continued growth and stability in the dynamic media landscape.
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