Cipla has announced the re-appointment of Mr. P R Ramesh as an Independent Director of the Company. The re-appointment, approved by the Board of Directors on January 23, 2026, is for a second term of five consecutive years, effective from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2031. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval.
Independent Director’s Second Term
The Board of Directors of Cipla approved the re-appointment of Mr. P R Ramesh (DIN: 01915274) as an Independent Director. This decision was made during the board meeting held on January 23, 2026.
Term Details
Mr. P R Ramesh’s second term will span five consecutive years, commencing on July 1, 2026 and concluding on June 30, 2031. The re-appointment is contingent upon the approval of the company’s shareholders.
Mr. P R Ramesh’s Profile
Mr. P R Ramesh, a Commerce graduate from Osmania University and a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), brings extensive experience to Cipla. He retired as Director of Deloitte & Touche Assurance & Enterprise Risk Services India Private Limited on March 31, 2020, and has served on the Deloitte Global Board and Deloitte Asia Pacific Board. With over 45 years of experience, he has served clients across various sectors, including manufacturing, banking, financial services, technology, media, telecommunications, energy, resources, and consumer businesses.
Other Directorships
Mr. P R Ramesh currently serves on the Boards of several leading companies, including Air India, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), Nestlé India, Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, and ITC Hotels. He has been an Independent Director on Cipla’s Board since July 1, 2021 and chairs the Audit Committee.
Source: BSE
