GNFC Appoints Dr. Mamata Biswal as Additional Director (Independent)
GNFC appointed Dr. Mamata Biswal as an Additional Director (Independent, Non-Executive). Her term is for three years, effective August 20, 2026, subject to member approval. Dr. Biswal is a Professor of Law with over 25 years of experience.
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Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (GNFC) has announced the appointment of Dr. Mamata Biswal as an Additional Director (Independent Director, Non-Executive). This decision was approved by the Board of Directors based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee via a circular resolution passed on August 20, 2026.
Dr. Biswal's appointment is effective immediately and she will serve a first term of three consecutive years, from August 20, 2026, to August 19, 2029. This appointment is subject to the approval of the company's Members at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. She has confirmed that she meets the criteria of 'independence' under Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Regulation 16 of the Listing Regulations, and has not been debarred from holding the office of Director by any SEBI order or other authority.
Dr. Mamata Biswal is a Professor of Law and ICSSR Senior Research Fellow at Gujarat National Law University, bringing over 25 years of teaching and research experience. She holds a Ph.D. in Law and has extensive experience in corporate law, financial markets, and legal education. She has also served as a resource person for various training programs and has authored numerous research papers and books.
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