EKC Shareholders Approve All Resolutions at 46th AGM, Including ₹0.70 Final Dividend and Director Reappointments
The approval of a final dividend directly benefits shareholders. The successful reappointments and appointments of key directors and auditors ensure continuity in management and compliance, which are important for company operations and governance.
All seven resolutions, including the declaration of a final dividend and the reappointment/appointment of directors and auditors, were overwhelmingly approved by shareholders, indicating strong support for the company's proposals and governance.
Everest Kanto Cylinder Limited (EKC) announced the voting results of its 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on Friday, August 22, 2025, via Video Conference (VC) / Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM). All seven resolutions proposed at the meeting were passed by the shareholders with the requisite majority. The cut-off date for e-voting was August 14, 2025, with a total of 90,414 shareholders as of that date.
Key resolutions and their outcomes include: * Adoption of Financial Statements (FY 2024-25): The Audited Financial Statements (Standalone and Consolidated) for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, along with the Board and Auditor's Reports, were adopted. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.9999% were in favour. * Final Dividend Declaration: A final dividend of ₹0.70 per share on Equity Shares for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, was declared. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.9994% were in favour. * Reappointment of Mr. Puneet Khurana: Mr. Puneet Khurana (DIN: 00004074) was reappointed as a Director. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.5842% were in favour. * Appointment of Secretarial Auditor: M/s. Aashish K. Bhatt & Associates were appointed as Secretarial Auditor for five consecutive years from FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.9994% were in favour. * Reappointment of Mr. Pushkar Khurana: Mr. Pushkar Khurana (DIN: 00040489) was reappointed as Whole-time Director for five years commencing May 26, 2025. Out of 4.33 crore total votes polled (excluding interested party votes), 98.9971% were in favour. * Appointment of Mr. Sanjiv Kapur: Mr. Sanjiv Kapur (DIN: 07576794) was appointed as a Whole-time Director for the period commencing May 26, 2025, to October 31, 2026. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.9994% were in favour. * Ratification of Cost Auditor Remuneration: The remuneration of Cost Auditors for the financial year ending March 31, 2026, was ratified. Out of 4.49 crore total votes polled, 99.9995% were in favour.
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