Bharti Hexacom Limited announced the forthcoming retirement of its current Statutory Auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP, following the 32nd Annual General Meeting in 2027. Following a transparent selection process, the Board has approved the appointment of S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP as the new Statutory Auditors, effective from the conclusion of the 32nd AGM. This appointment is subject to subsequent shareholder approval.
Change in Statutory Auditors Approved by Board
Bharti Hexacom Limited has formally notified stock exchanges regarding a critical change in its Statutory Auditors. The present auditors, Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP (Firm registration no. 117366W/W-100018), are set to retire upon the conclusion of the 32nd Annual General Meeting (‘AGM’), scheduled to be held in the calendar year 2027, marking the end of their second consecutive term.
Appointment of Successor Auditors
Following a comprehensive selection process overseen by the Audit Committee and based on its recommendation, the Board of Directors has approved the appointment of S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP (Firm registration no. 101049W/E300004) as the new Statutory Auditors. This appointment will take effect from the conclusion of the 32nd AGM in 2027 for a term compliant with applicable laws. The appointment is also contingent upon subsequent approval from the company’s shareholders.
Profile of Incoming Auditors
S.R. Batliboi & Associates LLP, established in 1949 with its registered office in Kolkata, is a prominent limited liability partnership firm. The firm and its affiliated network (including S.R. Batliboi & Co LLP and S.V. Ghatalia & Associates LLP) primarily engage in providing audit and assurance services. They serve a wide array of large listed and private companies spanning diverse sectors such as Industrial, Infrastructure, Financial Services, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications.
The Board’s approval for this strategic change was officially recorded at IST 1555 Hrs on March 10, 2026.
Source: BSE
