Valor Estate Limited Announces Board Changes with New Independent Director Appointment
Valor Estate Limited has announced board changes with Independent Director Mahesh Gandhi's term ending February 11, 2026, after completing two five-year terms as per Companies Act provisions. The company has appointed Sundaram Rajagopal as new Independent Director for a five-year term starting February 12, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. Rajagopal brings 26 years of real estate experience and educational credentials from prestigious institutions including Harvard Business School. The company has reconstituted various board committees with Rajagopal assuming chairman roles in multiple committees.

*this image is generated using AI for illustrative purposes only.
Valor Estate Limited has announced significant changes to its board composition, with the cessation of one Independent Director and the appointment of a new one. The company informed BSE and NSE about these developments through a regulatory filing dated February 11, 2026.
Director Cessation Details
Mahesh Gandhi's tenure as Independent Director will conclude on February 11, 2026, marking the end of his second five-year term. The cessation follows the provisions of Section 149(11) of the Companies Act, 2013, which limits independent directors to a maximum of two consecutive terms.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Mahesh Gandhi |
| DIN: | 00165638 |
| Cessation Date: | February 11, 2026 |
| Reason: | Completion of 2 terms of 5 years each |
New Independent Director Appointment
Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board has approved the appointment of Sundaram Rajagopal as Independent Director. His appointment is subject to shareholder approval and will be effective from February 12, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Director Name: | Sundaram Rajagopal |
| DIN: | 01951392 |
| Appointment Date: | February 12, 2026 |
| Term Duration: | 5 years |
| Age: | 59 years |
Professional Background
Rajagopal brings extensive qualifications and experience to the board. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Austin, USA, and a Master of Science in Civil Structural Engineering from University of California at Berkeley. Additionally, he earned an MBA degree in Finance with Distinction from Harvard Business School.
With over 26 years of real estate experience, Rajagopal has been responsible for design and management of over thirty buildings and infrastructure projects. His career includes senior positions such as Senior Partner and CEO of APA Investments, Managing Director for Asia including India at Starwood Capital Group, and CEO Real Estate of private equity in Greenwich, CT. He currently serves as Promoter-Director of Sundaram Architects Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore.
Previous Association with Company
Rajagopal has a history with Valor Estate, having served in various capacities:
- Nominee Director of Private Equity Investor: June 20, 2007 to October 30, 2010
- Independent Director: November 1, 2010 to March 20, 2011
- Independent Director: December 9, 2016 to May 27, 2019
Board Committee Reconstitution
Effective February 12, 2026, the company has reconstituted various board committees to incorporate the new appointment:
Audit Committee:
- Chairman: Sundaram Rajagopal (Independent Director)
- Members: Shahid Balwa (Vice-Chairman & Managing Director), Maryam Khan (Independent Director)
Nomination & Remuneration Committee:
- Chairman: Sundaram Rajagopal (Independent Director)
- Members: Maryam Khan (Independent Director), Rajeev RA (Independent Director)
CSR Committee:
- Chairman: Sundaram Rajagopal (Independent Director)
- Members: Vinod Goenka (Chairman & Managing Director), Rajeev RA (Independent Director)
The company has confirmed that Rajagopal is not debarred from holding directorship by SEBI or any other authority, in accordance with exchange circulars. He is also not related to any existing directors or key managerial personnel of the company.
Historical Stock Returns for Valor Estate
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.05% | +17.35% | +15.40% | -27.34% | -0.88% | +711.57% |


































