Section A – KMP Resignation Details
- Name of Resigning KMP: Mr. Rajendra Mehta
- Designation: Group Chief Human Resource Officer and Senior Managerial Personnel
- Reason for Resignation: To pursue a consulting career, which he had long aspired to do
- Effective Date of Resignation: Close of business hours on 28th July 2026
- Date of Resignation Letter: 28th July 2026
- Duration in Role: Not Specified
- Board's Acknowledgment / Statement: Not Specified
- Replacement Appointed: Ms. Anjali Byce appointed as new Group Chief Human Resource Officer
- Regulatory Compliance Statement: Disclosure made under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
- Delay in Disclosure: Not Specified
Analytical Add-On: The resignation appears to be a planned career transition rather than performance-linked or abrupt. The outgoing CHRO has committed to ensuring a smooth transition. As this is an HR leadership role rather than financial or operational leadership, the immediate impact on financial reporting integrity or operational continuity appears limited.
Section B – Additional Observations or Disclosures
- Transition & Internal Role Reallocations: Mr. Mehta committed to ensuring a smooth transition and handing over responsibilities over the next few weeks following his resignation.
- Successor Appointments: Ms. Anjali Byce appointed as new Group Chief Human Resource Officer effective 29th July 2026. She holds a Master's degree in Applied Psychology from Delhi University and a Post Graduate Diploma with a major in Human Resources from the Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development, with executive education at IMD Business School. She has approximately 27 years of experience across manufacturing, automotive, industrial, engineering, technology and financial services sectors. Her most recent role was as Chief Human Resources Officer at Tata Motors, with previous positions at Sterlite Technologies, SKF India, Thermax and Cummins. Her expertise includes sales, strategic human resources, industrial relations, organisational development, learning and development, corporate social responsibility, health, safety and environment, and administration. She has received industry awards including CHRO of the Year and recognition among the Top 100 Most Talented Global HR Leaders.
The successor's extensive experience in manufacturing and industrial sectors aligns well with Suzlon's renewable energy business, suggesting strong relevance to the company's operational context and workforce management needs.
Section C – Financial & Governance Disclosures
Not applicable - no financial results, auditor reports, dividends, capital changes, or additional board appointments disclosed in this filing.