RITES Limited has announced the resignation of Independent Director, Smt. Purnima Kerketta (DIN: 11192904), effective February 24, 2026. Her resignation also necessitates her cessation as Chairperson of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and a member of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee. She confirmed no other material reasons exist beyond those stated in her resignation letter, which cited personal reasons.
Cessation of Independent Director
RITES Limited formally informed stock exchanges regarding the resignation of Smt. Purnima Kerketta from the position of Independent Director on the Board. Her cessation was effective from February 24, 2026, based on an email resignation dated the same day.
Consequent to her resignation, Smt. Kerketta will also step down from her roles as Chairperson of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and as a member of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
Confirmation and Records
The company has received confirmation from Smt. Kerketta that there are no material reasons for her departure other than those articulated in her resignation letter, which primarily cited personal reasons for being unable to discharge her responsibilities effectively.
The letter of resignation, originally dated February 19, 2026, indicates that her initial appointment as a Part-time Non-official Director was pursuant to an Order No. 2024/PL/57/41 dated July 7, 2025, issued by the Ministry of Railways.
Updated Board Composition
Following the cessation of Smt. Purnima Kerketta, the Board of Directors of RITES Limited will now comprise seven members. Key positions include Shri Rahul Mithal serving as Chairman & Managing Director, alongside directors responsible for Technical, Projects, and Finance portfolios, along with a Government Nominee Director and three remaining Independent Directors.
Source: BSE
