Williamson Magor & Co. Limited Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Director Appointments
Williamson Magor & Co. Limited has issued a postal ballot notice for shareholder approval of two director appointments - Mr Dillip Kumar Parida and Mr Javed Hossain, both initially appointed as additional directors on January 28, 2026. The e-voting process runs from March 12 to April 10, 2026, with results to be announced by April 14, 2026. The process is conducted entirely electronically through NSDL's platform, with the cut-off date set as March 6, 2026.

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Williamson Magor & Co. Limited has issued a comprehensive postal ballot notice to its shareholders, seeking approval for the appointment of two new directors to strengthen its board composition. The notice, dated February 12, 2026, outlines the company's proposal to formalize the appointments of directors who were initially brought on board as additional directors.
Director Appointments Under Consideration
The postal ballot focuses on two key appointments that require shareholder approval:
| Director Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| First Appointee: | Mr Dillip Kumar Parida (DIN: 11181828) |
| Second Appointee: | Mr Javed Hossain (DIN: 11061836) |
| Initial Appointment Date: | January 28, 2026 |
| Status: | Additional Directors (subject to shareholder approval) |
| Retirement Clause: | Both liable to retire by rotation |
Both directors were initially appointed as additional directors by the Board of Directors following recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee on January 27, 2026. The appointments were made in accordance with Section 161(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.
E-Voting Timeline and Process
The company has established a comprehensive timeline for the postal ballot process, conducted entirely through electronic voting:
| Process Timeline: | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date: | Friday, March 6, 2026 |
| E-voting Commencement: | Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM IST |
| E-voting Conclusion: | Friday, April 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM IST |
| Results Announcement: | On or before Tuesday, April 14, 2026 |
| Service Provider: | National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) |
| Scrutinizer: | Ms. Vidhya Baid (Membership No. FCS 8882) |
Shareholders whose email addresses are registered with the company, depositories, or the registrar and transfer agent as of the cut-off date will receive the postal ballot notice electronically. The company has emphasized that no physical copies of the notice will be distributed.
Director Profiles and Qualifications
The explanatory statement provides detailed information about both proposed directors:
Mr Dillip Kumar Parida brings over twenty years of experience in accounts and taxation departments, having worked with reputed organizations including DGM Vigilance & Maintenance Services Pvt. Ltd. and Jaguar Securities. Born on June 3, 1975, he holds a Higher Secondary Commerce qualification and currently serves as a director of Babcock Borsig Limited.
Mr Javed Hossain, born on December 19, 1972, possesses more than twenty-five years of experience in accounts and administration departments. He has worked with organizations such as Seajuli Developers & Finance Ltd. and DGM Vigilance & Maintenance Services Pvt. Ltd., and also serves as a director of Babcock Borsig Limited.
Regulatory Compliance and Governance
The postal ballot process adheres to multiple regulatory frameworks:
- Companies Act, 2013: Sections 108, 110, and 161
- SEBI Listing Regulations: Regulation 30 and 44
- MCA Circulars: Various circulars from 2020 to 2025
- Secretarial Standards: SS-2 on General Meetings
The company has notified BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and The Calcutta Stock Exchange Limited about the postal ballot process. Results will be made available on the company's website ( www.wmttea.com ), NSDL's platform ( www.evoting.nsdl.com ), and the respective stock exchange websites.
Shareholder Participation Guidelines
Voting rights will be proportionate to shareholders' equity holdings as of the cut-off date. The company has provided comprehensive instructions for e-voting through various channels, including demat accounts with NSDL and CDSL, and direct access through the NSDL e-voting platform. Institutional shareholders are required to submit relevant board resolutions and authority letters to participate in the voting process.
Both resolutions are proposed as ordinary resolutions, and if approved by the requisite majority, will be deemed passed on April 10, 2026, the last date for e-voting.
Historical Stock Returns for Williamson Magor
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +9.34% | +8.04% | -1.50% | -15.89% | +3.56% | +33.07% |































