Adani Energy Solutions Appoints Ashok Jagetiya as New CFO, Kunjal Mehta Resigns
Adani Energy Solutions Limited announced the resignation of CFO Mr. Kunjal Mehta, effective May 30, 2026. Mr. Ashok Jagetiya has been appointed as the new CFO, effective May 31, 2026. Mr. Jagetiya brings 30 years of experience and has held various senior finance roles within the Adani Group.
A change in the Chief Financial Officer is a significant management change that can impact investor confidence and operational continuity. However, the appointment of an experienced internal candidate with a long history in the group suggests a smoother transition.
The change in CFO is a routine management transition. While a resignation can sometimes be viewed negatively, the prompt appointment of a qualified replacement with extensive experience mitigates any significant negative sentiment.
Adani Energy Solutions Limited has announced a change in its Key Managerial Personnel. The Board of Directors, in a meeting held on May 30, 2026, accepted the resignation of Mr. Kunjal Mehta as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the company, effective from the close of business hours on May 30, 2026, due to personal reasons.
Following Mr. Mehta's resignation, the Board approved the appointment of Mr. Ashok Jagetiya as the new Chief Financial Officer and Key Managerial Personnel of the company, with effect from May 31, 2026. This appointment was made based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Audit Committee.
Mr. Ashok Jagetiya is a Chartered Accountant with 30 years of experience in finance and accounting. He has held senior leadership positions within the Adani Group since 2000, including roles at Adani Wilmar Limited, Adani Advisory LLP, Adani Green Energy Limited, and the Natural Resource business. He previously served as CFO for Adani Green Energy Limited and Adani Global Pte Limited in Singapore, gaining extensive global experience.
The Board meeting commenced at 12:20 p.m. and concluded at 01:25 p.m. The company also updated the list of Key Managerial Personnel authorized to determine materiality and make disclosures to stock exchanges. This includes Mr. Anil Sardana (Managing Director), Mr. Kandarp Patel (Whole-time Director & CEO), Mr. Ashok Jagetiya (Chief Financial Officer), and Mr. Jaladhi Shukla (Company Secretary & Compliance Officer). The intimation is available on the company's website.
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