Karnataka Bank seeks shareholder approval for re-appointment of two Independent Directors
Karnataka Bank is seeking shareholder approval via postal ballot for the re-appointment of Dr. D.S. Ravindran and Mr. Balakrishna Alse S as Independent Directors. Voting is through remote e-voting from February 5 to March 6, 2026. Dr. Ravindran's term is April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029. Mr. Alse S's term is May 26, 2026, to May 25, 2029.
The re-appointment of independent directors is a routine governance activity and is unlikely to have a significant immediate impact on the company's operations or financial performance.
The announcement is a routine corporate governance procedure regarding the re-appointment of directors, which is a standard process and does not inherently indicate a positive or negative shift in the company's performance or outlook.
Karnataka Bank Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for the re-appointment of two Non-Executive Independent Directors: Dr. D.S. Ravindran and Mr. Balakrishna Alse S. The notice for postal ballot, dated February 03, 2026, was dispatched to all eligible members. The voting will be conducted exclusively through remote e-voting, facilitated by NSDL. The e-voting period commences on Thursday, February 05, 2026, at 09:00 AM IST and concludes on Friday, March 06, 2026, at 05:00 PM IST. The results of the postal ballot are expected to be announced on or before Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Dr. D.S. Ravindran is proposed for re-appointment for a second term of three years, effective from April 01, 2026, to March 31, 2029. Mr. Balakrishna Alse S is also proposed for re-appointment for a second term of three years, effective from May 26, 2026, to May 25, 2029. Both directors have met the criteria for independence and have been recommended for re-appointment by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board of Directors, considering their contributions and compliance with RBI governance directions.
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