Key Event Details

The shareholders of the Company at the Annual General Meeting held on September 15, 2026 approved the appointment of Mr. Rajeev Ranjan Sarkari (DIN: 08804128) as an Independent Director of the Company.

Appointment Details

  • Date of Appointment: Effective September 15th, 2026
  • Term: Five consecutive years
  • Status: Not liable to retire by rotation
  • Previous Appointment: Was appointed as Additional Director with effect from August 12, 2026

Director Qualifications and Background

Mr. Rajeev Ranjan Sarkari is a technology executive with over 35 years of distinguished leadership experience in:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Digital Governance (e-Governance)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Defence & Aerospace
  • Information Technology
  • Strategic Digital Transformation

Current Professional Roles

  • Chief Executive Officer at Kristellar Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. (Present)
  • Leading strategic research, innovation and product development in Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Defence & Aerospace
  • Focus on indigenous technologies including cognitive electronic warfare, advanced radar systems, Counter-UAS platforms, secure communications, and satellite design & development

Previous Professional Experience

  • Director at AISL (2023-2024)
  • Chief Executive Officer - e-Governance at Vakrangee Limited (2015-2022)
  • Chief Executive Officer at Vakrangee e-Solutions, Manila, Philippines (4 years)
  • National Project Head - MCA21 Project at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

Core Leadership Expertise

Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies, Digital Governance (e-Governance), Cybersecurity & Cyber Defence, Defence & Aerospace Technologies, Space Technologies & Satellite Systems, Strategic Programme & Portfolio Management, Enterprise Digital Transformation, Technology Innovation & Commercialization, Public Sector Modernization, International Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy & Governance, Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

Board Recommendation

The Board of Directors, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, determined that Mr. Sarkari fulfills all conditions for appointment as Independent Director and is independent of management. The Board believes his knowledge, experience and expertise would benefit the Company and strengthen governance and oversight.

Voting and Approval

The appointment was approved by shareholders through resolution passed at the Annual General Meeting held on September 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM through video conferencing/other audio-visual means.