Shoppers Stop Announces CFO Transition: Karunakaran Mohanasundaram Resigns, Pankaj Chaturvedi Appointed
Shoppers Stop Limited announced key management changes following its February 10, 2026 board meeting. CFO Karunakaran Mohanasundaram resigned effective February 17, 2026, to pursue opportunities outside the organization. The company appointed Pankaj Chaturvedi as new CFO from April 1, 2026, bringing 25 years of finance leadership experience across telecom, aviation, and media sectors, including previous CFO roles at Saregama India Limited and Go Airlines India Ltd.

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Shoppers Stop Limited has announced key changes in its senior management following a board meeting held on February 10, 2026. The retail chain disclosed significant transitions in its Chief Financial Officer position, marking an important leadership change for the company.
CFO Resignation Details
The board noted the resignation of Karunakaran Mohanasundaram from his position as Chief Financial Officer, submitted through a resignation letter dated January 22, 2026. Mohanasundaram cited his decision to pursue alternate career opportunities outside the organization as the reason for his departure.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Resignation Date: | January 22, 2026 |
| Effective Date: | February 17, 2026 |
| Reason: | Pursue alternate career opportunity |
| Notice Period: | Close of business hours |
The Board of Directors placed on record their appreciation for the valuable contribution made by Mohanasundaram during his tenure as Chief Financial Officer. His resignation will be effective from close of business hours on February 17, 2026.
New CFO Appointment
The board has appointed Pankaj Chaturvedi as the new Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel, effective April 1, 2026. The appointment was made based on recommendations from the Nomination, Remuneration and Corporate Governance Committee and received approval from the Audit Committee.
| Appointment Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Name: | Pankaj Chaturvedi |
| Position: | Chief Financial Officer & KMP |
| Effective Date: | April 1, 2026 |
| Employment Type: | Full-time |
Professional Background
Chaturvedi brings substantial experience to his new role, with 25 years of cross-sectoral expertise in finance leadership. He holds qualifications as a Chartered Accountant and possesses a master's degree in commerce. His professional background spans multiple industries including Telecom, Aviation, and Media & Entertainment sectors.
His previous leadership positions include:
- Chief Financial Officer at Saregama India Limited
- Chief Financial Officer at Go Airlines India Ltd
- Key roles at Vodafone, Reliance Jio, and Hitachi
Board Meeting Information
The board meeting that formalized these appointments commenced at 3.40 p.m. and concluded at 3.50 p.m. on February 10, 2026. The company has made this information available on its corporate website and filed the necessary disclosures under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
The transition represents a planned leadership change as the company continues its operations in the retail sector, ensuring continuity in its financial management during the handover period between February and April 2026.
Historical Stock Returns for Shoppers Stop
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -0.45% | +5.99% | +8.15% | -21.11% | -31.58% | +105.82% |


































