Transrail Lighting Limited has announced the appointment of Ms. Ranjana Maitra as an Additional Director, categorized as Independent. This appointment, effective from August 13, 2026, is for a term of three consecutive years, concluding on August 12, 2029. Ms. Maitra brings extensive global business and higher education leadership experience spanning over three decades across various sectors. The appointment is subject to shareholder approval.
Board Strengthened with Independent Expertise
Transrail Lighting Limited is pleased to announce a significant addition to its Board of Directors. Following a recommendation from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board has approved the appointment of Ms. Ranjana Maitra as an Additional Director. Her designation is specifically as an Independent Director, a role that significantly bolsters the company’s corporate governance framework.
Key Appointment Details
The appointment is effective from August 13, 2026, and Ms. Maitra will serve for a term of three consecutive years, concluding on August 12, 2029. As an Independent Director, she will not be liable to retire by rotation. This appointment is, however, subject to the necessary approvals from the company’s shareholders.
Ms. Maitra’s Extensive Background
Ms. Ranjana Maitra (DIN: 11881304) possesses a rich and diverse professional background. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a specialization in Marketing & International Business from the University of New Haven, USA. Her career, spanning over three decades, is marked by extensive leadership experience in global business and higher education. She has led initiatives in international education, healthcare, life sciences, digital transformation, and strategic partnerships. Her expertise includes building large-scale growth ecosystems, leading institutional transformations, and fostering cross-border expansion across academia, industry, and government sectors. Ms. Maitra is recognized for her blend of Fortune-scale corporate leadership and her ability to build trusted stakeholder ecosystems. She is also a proponent of women’s leadership, STEM advancement, and institutional development.
Previous Experience and Industry Roles
Prior to this appointment, Ms. Maitra has held significant positions at prominent organizations. She previously worked with Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) as Head of Healthcare & Insurance Practices and with Wipro Limited as Global Head – Life Sciences & General Manager, Digital Operations & Platforms (BPS). Currently, she is associated with the University of New Haven as Country Head for International Relations & Strategic Partnerships. Furthermore, Ms. Maitra is actively involved in various industry engagements, including serving as Chairperson of the CII Indian Women Network (Western Region), Chairperson of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and its Education & Innovation initiatives, and as a member of the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC), Western India Council.
Disclosure of Relationships
It is confirmed that Ms. Ranjana Maitra is not related to any Director of the Company. Additionally, she is not debarred from holding the office of Director by virtue of any order passed by SEBI or any other authority.
Source: BSE
