Info Edge Appoints Naresh Chand Gupta as Independent Director, Himanshu Agarwal as CFO
Info Edge appointed Naresh Chand Gupta as an Additional Director (Independent) from Oct 1, 2026, to Sep 30, 2031. Himanshu Agarwal will become CFO and Whole-time Director from Sep 17, 2026. Ambarish Raghuvanshi's interim CFO tenure ends Sep 16, 2026, and he will serve as Finance Advisor until Oct 31, 2026.
The changes involve key leadership positions, including the CFO and an independent director, which can influence strategic decisions and financial oversight, thus having a medium-term impact on the company's operations and governance.
The appointment of new directors and a CFO with extensive experience is generally viewed positively as it strengthens the company's leadership and financial capabilities.
Info Edge (India) Limited announced key leadership changes following a Board Meeting held on September 14, 2026. The Board approved the appointment of Mr. Naresh Chand Gupta as an Additional Director, designated as Non-Executive Independent Director, for a term of five consecutive years from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031, subject to shareholder approval.
Furthermore, Mr. Himanshu Agarwal will assume office as the Chief Financial Officer (KMP) and Additional Director, to be designated as Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer, effective September 17, 2026. Consequently, Mr. Ambarish Raghuvanshi's tenure as Interim Chief Financial Officer will conclude at the close of business hours on September 16, 2026. Mr. Raghuvanshi will continue to support the company as a Finance Advisor until October 31, 2026, to ensure a smooth transition.
In light of these changes, the Board has also revised the authorization for determining materiality of events and for making disclosures to stock exchanges. The committees of the Board, including the Risk Management Committee and the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting Committee, have been reconstituted to include Mr. Himanshu Agarwal as a member, effective September 17, 2026.
The Board expressed its appreciation for Mr. Raghuvanshi's contributions and welcomed Mr. Gupta and Mr. Agarwal to their new roles, highlighting their experience in strengthening the company's leadership and financial capabilities.
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