Vedanta Appoints New Auditors, Welcomes New Director, Revises Dividend Policy
Vedanta Limited appointed M/s M S K A & Associates LLP as new statutory auditors. Ms. Pallavi Joshi Bakhru resigned as Independent Director. Dr. Meena Hemchandra appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director. The company also revised its Dividend Distribution Policy effective FY 2027.
The appointment of new statutory auditors and a new independent director are significant governance changes that could influence future reporting and oversight. The revision of the Dividend Distribution Policy is also a material change that affects capital allocation strategy and shareholder returns. These changes collectively have a medium-term impact on the company's governance and financial strategy.
The announcement involves several changes including auditor appointment, director resignation and appointment, and policy revision. While these are significant corporate actions, they do not inherently suggest a positive or negative financial outlook for the company at this moment. The appointment of new auditors and directors are routine governance matters, and policy revisions are forward-looking adjustments.
Vedanta Limited announced several key changes following its Board of Directors meeting held on April 29, 2026. The Board approved the appointment of M/s M S K A & Associates LLP as the new Statutory Auditors for a term of five consecutive years, succeeding M/s S.R. Batliboi & Co. LLP. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval.
Furthermore, the Board noted the resignation of Ms. Pallavi Joshi Bakhru as Independent Director, effective April 30, 2026. Her resignation is due to her association with Grant Thornton Bharat LLP and the potential appointment of Walker Chandiok & Co LLP as auditors for certain Vedanta Group companies, to ensure compliance with independence and governance requirements.
In addition, the Board approved the appointment of Dr. Meena Hemchandra as an Additional Director, designated as a Non-Executive Independent Director, for a term of one year from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027, also subject to shareholder approval. Dr. Hemchandra brings extensive experience from her career at the Reserve Bank of India and various board positions.
Finally, the Board approved the revision of the Company's Dividend Distribution Policy, effective from FY 2027. This revised policy aims to provide a structured framework for capital allocation, balancing shareholder returns with long-term growth, deleveraging, and financial resilience.
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