Hikal Shareholders Approve Sameer Hiremath's Appointment as Chairman & MD at 38th AGM
Hikal shareholders approved Sameer Hiremath's appointment as Chairman & MD for a five-year term from Oct 1, 2026, to Sep 30, 2031, at the 38th AGM. Audited financials for FY2025-26 and a ₹0.40 dividend were also approved. The company commenced Personal Care product manufacturing in Gujarat.
The reappointment of a key leadership role and approval of financial outcomes are significant for the company's strategic direction and shareholder confidence.
The appointment of the Chairman and Managing Director, approval of financial statements, and dividend declaration are positive developments for the company.
Hikal Limited's shareholders have approved the appointment of Mr. Sameer Hiremath as Chairman & Managing Director for a five-year term, effective October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031. This approval was granted at the company's 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM).
During the AGM, shareholders also gave their nod to the audited financial statements for FY2025-26, a final dividend of ₹0.40 per share, and the re-appointment of Mr. Sarangan Suresh as Executive Director. Mr. Hiremath has been a part of Hikal's Board since May 1999 and has been instrumental in the company's expansion across pharmaceuticals, crop protection, and life sciences businesses.
Mr. Hiremath commented that FY2025-26 was a year of resilience and capability building, with investments in complex chemistries, HPAPI, CDMO, and R&D. The company plans to focus on strengthening core businesses, diversifying into new geographies, and growing verticals like Animal Health and Specialty Chemicals, including Personal Care. Hikal also recently commenced commercial production of Personal Care products at its new cGMP-compliant facility in Gujarat and has been awarded an EcoVadis Gold Medal rating for its sustainability performance.
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