Bharti Airtel has announced amendments to its existing shareholder agreement with Singtel, effective December 18, 2025. The modifications aim to better align with current business requirements and improve governance standards. Key changes include Singtel relinquishing some reserved rights and revisions to enhance clarity and reduce redundancy. These changes will also require amendments to the company’s Articles of Association, subject to shareholder approval.
Shareholder Agreement Update
Bharti Airtel has modified its shareholder agreement with Singtel on December 18, 2025, originally established on January 22, 2009. The changes are designed to enhance governance and meet contemporary business needs.
Key Changes Implemented
The key modifications include:
Singtel relinquishing various key reserved rights, granting more autonomy to Bharti Airtel in its strategic decisions.
Removal of redundancies and necessary revisions to ensure clarity and improve overall governance standards.
Rationale for Amendments
The changes reflect the evolving relationship between Bharti Airtel and Singtel, fostering a shared commitment to Airtel’s growth while upholding governance obligations. These amendments are not expected to impact the management or control of the company.
Next Steps
Bharti Airtel will seek shareholder approval for amendments to its Articles of Association, which are necessary to align with the updated shareholder agreement. The company intends to streamline and rationalize its governance structure, aiming for better governance practices.
Source: BSE
