Key Event Details

  • Shareholders approved the appointment of Mr. Sonny Iqbal (DIN: 02962053) as an Independent Director at the 49th Annual General Meeting held on September 16, 2026.
  • The appointment is for a period of five years, effective from August 5, 2026.
  • Mr. Iqbal is not liable to retire by rotation.
  • This intimation is a continuation of the company's previous communication dated August 4, 2026.

Director Profile and Qualifications

Mr. Sonny Iqbal is a global expert in Leadership Development, Organization Consulting, and Family Enterprise Advisory with the following professional background:

  • Spent 27 years at Egon Zehnder, helping establish the firm's offices in New Delhi, Bengaluru, and Mumbai
  • Currently serves as Senior Advisor at Egon Zehnder
  • Co-founded and co-led Egon Zehnder's global Family Business Advisory Practice
  • Published six articles in Harvard Business Review on family business topics
  • Served as Chair of Egon Zehnder's Partner Candidate Evaluation Group and member of its Nomination Committee
  • Currently serves as Senior Advisor at ChrysCapital, one of India's largest private equity firms
  • Previously held key positions with Oberoi Group across India, UK, and Middle East
  • Managed financial and travel services business of American Express in India

Educational Qualifications

  • BA (Hons) from St. Stephen's College, University of Delhi
  • MBA in Marketing from University of Surrey, UK
  • Postgraduate Diploma from Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development

Compliance Confirmations

  • Mr. Iqbal is not related to any Director of the Company
  • Satisfies independence criteria prescribed under Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Obligations Regulations
  • Not debarred from holding office of Director by any SEBI or other authority order