Info Edge Appoints Himanshu Agarwal as CFO & Whole-time Director
Info Edge appointed Himanshu Agarwal as CFO and Whole-time Director, effective September 17, 2026, for a five-year term. The Board also reconstituted committees from June 27, 2026, with new members inducted.
The appointment of a key managerial personnel like the CFO is significant for the company's operations and strategic direction. The reconstitution of board committees also impacts governance, warranting a medium impact.
The appointment of a new CFO and Whole-time Director with extensive experience is a positive development for the company's leadership and financial management. The reconstitution of committees also suggests proactive governance.
Info Edge (India) Limited announced the appointment of Mr. Himanshu Agarwal as Chief Financial Officer (Key Managerial Personnel) and Additional Director. He will also be designated as Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer of the company.
The appointment is effective from September 17, 2026, for a term of five consecutive years, concluding on September 16, 2031. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval and other applicable statutory approvals. The company will inform the stock exchanges once Mr. Agarwal assumes office.
Mr. Agarwal is not related to any existing Directors and is not disqualified from holding the office. He brings over three decades of experience in finance leadership, corporate governance, M&A, and business transformation, having held senior positions at various listed organizations. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant, Company Secretary, and Cost and Management Accountant.
Additionally, the Board of Directors approved the re-constitution of certain Board Committees, effective June 27, 2026. Ms. Radha Rajappa has been inducted as a Member of the Audit Committee. Mr. Rajesh Magow has been inducted as a Member of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee and will assume the position of Chairman of this committee from July 21, 2026. These changes are made to ensure a smooth transition, especially in light of Mr. Ashish Gupta's term as an Independent Director concluding on July 20, 2026.
The Board Meeting commenced at 07:34 p.m. and concluded at 07:55 p.m. on June 26, 2026.
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