Orchid Pharma Limited’s Board of Directors convened on September 03, 2026, approving key appointments and forward-looking financial measures. Notable decisions include the appointment and recommendation of remuneration for Cost Auditors for FY 2026-27 and the elevation of Mr. Arjun Dhanuka to the position of Whole-Time Director. The board also set the date for the 33rd Annual General Meeting on September 29, 2026, and established crucial cut-off dates for shareholder eligibility and e-voting.
Orchid Pharma Board Approves Key Appointments and AGM Details
The Board of Directors at Orchid Pharma Limited held a meeting on September 03, 2026, during which several significant decisions were made. The meeting, which commenced at 18:00 P.M. IST and concluded at 19:45 P.M. IST, focused on enhancing corporate governance and financial oversight.
Cost Auditor Appointment and Remuneration
The Board approved the appointment and recommended the remuneration of the Company’s Cost Auditors for the Financial Year 2026-27. Further details regarding this appointment, as required by SEBI regulations, are provided in Annexure-I.
Arjun Dhanuka Appointed Whole-Time Director
In a significant governance move, Mr. Arjun Dhanuka (DIN: 00454689) has been appointed as a Whole-Time Director of the Company. Mr. Dhanuka previously served as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director. His appointment and remuneration details are outlined in Annexure-II. His tenure is set from September 03, 2026, to September 02, 2031.
33rd Annual General Meeting Scheduled
The Board approved the notice, including an explanatory statement, for the 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company. The AGM is scheduled to be held on September 29, 2026.
Cut-off Dates and E-Voting Period
To ensure smooth conduct of the AGM, the cut-off date for determining shareholders eligible to receive the notice has been set for Friday, September 04, 2026. For shareholders eligible to vote on the resolutions during the AGM, the cut-off date is Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The remote e-voting period will commence on September 26, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. IST and conclude on September 28, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. IST.
E-Voting Agency and Scrutinizer Appointed
Furthermore, the Board approved the appointment of an e-voting agency to facilitate the e-voting process, including remote e-voting. The appointment of a scrutinizer to prepare the scrutinizer’s report was also confirmed.
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