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Outcome of Board Meeting held today i.e. October 01, 2026
Hikal Ltd · 524735
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Hikal Ltd announced the outcome of its board meeting, where Mr. Jai Hiremath stepped down as Executive Chairman, and Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath resigned as Non-Executive Director. Mr. Anish Swadi was appointed as CEO-Animal Health and Specialty Ingredients. Mr. Jai Hiremath was conferred the honorary position of 'Chairman Emeritus'.
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October 01, 2026
BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited,
P J Towers, Exchange Plaza,
Dalal Street, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra,
Mumbai – 400 001. Mumbai 400 051.
BSE Scrip Code: 524735 NSE Symbol: HIKAL
Dear Sir/ Madam,
Subject: Disclosure under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015- Outcome
of Board Meeting.
This is to inform you that the Board of Directors of the Company at its meeting held today i.e.,
October 01, 2026, inter-alia,
1. Took note of cessation of the term of office of Mr. Jai Hiremath (DIN: 00062203) as
Executive Chairman of the Company with effect from October 01, 2026 (inclusive of the
day).
Mr. Jai Hiremath is the founder of the Company. Over the course of nearly four decades of
leadership, Mr. Jai Hiremath has played a significant role in shaping the Company's
strategic direction and growth. Under his stewardship, the Company established a strong
foundation, expanded its business operations, strengthened customer relationships,
developed innovative products and built a reputation as a respected organization globally.
His vision, leadership and unwavering commitment have contributed significantly to the
Company's progress and long-term success.
The Board placed on record its sincere appreciation for the exemplary leadership, vision
and guidance provided by Mr. Jai Hiremath throughout his long and distinguished
association with the Company.
2. Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath (DIN: 00062031) resigned from her position as Non-Executive
Director of the Company with effect from close of business hours of September 30, 2026,
due to personal commitments, interest and other preoccupation. The Board took note of the
resignation. There are no material reasons other than those mentioned above. A copy of
letter of resignation, received from Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath, is enclosed.
Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath has been associated with the Company as a Director since 1992
and has made significant contributions to its growth, governance and development over the
past three decades. The management places on record its gratitude and appreciation for the
guidance received from Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath, during her long tenure on the Board of
the Company.
3. Based on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the
Board approved the following:
Hikal Ltd.
Admin. Office: Great Eastern Chambers, 6th Floor, Sector 11, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai - 400 614, India. Tel. + 91–22–6277 0299, + 91–22–6866 0300
Regd. Office: 717/718, Maker Chambers - 5, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021, India. Tel. +91-22 6277 0477. Fax: + 91-22 6277 0500
www.hikal.com info@hikal.com CIN: L24200MH1988PTC048028
i. Conferment of the honorary position of “Chairman Emeritus” upon Mr. Jai Hiremath
for a period of five years with effect from October 01, 2026. The designation is intended
to acknowledge his invaluable services to the Company and facilitate continued access
to his counsel and mentorship on strategic and business matters, as may be considered
appropriate from time to time.
Mr. Jai Hiremath will not be a Director, officer or Key Managerial Personnel or member
of any Committee of the Board.
ii. Appointment of Mr. Anish Swadi as CEO-Animal Health and Specialty Ingredients, a
Senior Management Position of the Company with effect from October 01, 2026.
In view of the above, details required in terms of Regulation 30 read with Schedule III of the
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 and SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-
POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026, are enclosed as Annexure-‘A’.
The meeting of Board of Directors commenced at 11: 30 a.m. and concluded at 01: 12 p.m. We
request you to kindly take above on your record.
Yours Sincerely,
For Hikal Limited
Rajasekhar Reddy
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Encl.: As above
Hikal Ltd.
Admin. Office: Great Eastern Chambers, 6th Floor, Sector 11, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai - 400 614, India. Tel. + 91–22–6277 0299, + 91–22–6866 0300
Regd. Office: 717/718, Maker Chambers - 5, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021, India. Tel. +91-22 6277 0477. Fax: + 91-22 6277 0500
www.hikal.com info@hikal.com CIN: L24200MH1988PTC048028
Annexure-‘A’
Details required in terms of SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-
POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026:
I. Cessation of the term of office of Mr. Jai Hiremath:
Sr.No. Particulars Details
1. Reason for change viz. cessation Cessation of term of office as Executive
Chairman of the Company.
2. Date of Cessation
With effect from October 01, 2026
(inclusive of the day).
3. Brief profile (in case of appointment) Not Applicable
4. Disclosure of relationships between Not Applicable
director (in case of appointment of a
director)
II. Resignation of Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath:
Sr.No. Particulars Details
1. Reason for change viz. resignation Resignation as Non-Executive Director of
the Company.
2. Date of Cessation September 30, 2026 (after closure of
business hours).
3. Detailed reason for the resignation Due to personal commitments, interest and
other preoccupation.
4. Brief profile (in case of appointment) Not Applicable
5. Disclosure of relationships between Not Applicable
director (in case of appointment of a
director)
III. Appointment of Mr. Anish Swadi:
Sr.No. Particulars Details
1. Reason for change viz. appointment Appointment as CEO-Animal Health and
Specialty Ingredients and Senior
Management Position.
2. Date of appointment October 01, 2026
3. Term of appointment Not Applicable
4. Brief profile (in case of appointment) Mr. Anish Swadi has been associated with
the Company as Senior President –
Business Transformation & Animal Health
since October 01, 2021, and has made
significant contributions towards the
Hikal Ltd.
Admin. Office: Great Eastern Chambers, 6th Floor, Sector 11, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai - 400 614, India. Tel. + 91–22–6277 0299, + 91–22–6866 0300
Regd. Office: 717/718, Maker Chambers - 5, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021, India. Tel. +91-22 6277 0477. Fax: + 91-22 6277 0500
www.hikal.com info@hikal.com CIN: L24200MH1988PTC048028
development of the Company's Animal
Health business and strategic
transformation initiatives. He has led
various Business Transformation initiatives
aimed at enhancing strategic execution,
business processes and organizational
effectiveness.
Mr. Anish Swadi has majored in
international business and finance from
Ithaca College, New York.
5. Disclosure of relationships between Not Applicable
director (in case of appointment of a
director)
Hikal Ltd.
Admin. Office: Great Eastern Chambers, 6th Floor, Sector 11, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai - 400 614, India. Tel. + 91–22–6277 0299, + 91–22–6866 0300
Regd. Office: 717/718, Maker Chambers - 5, Nariman Point, Mumbai - 400 021, India. Tel. +91-22 6277 0477. Fax: + 91-22 6277 0500
www.hikal.com info@hikal.com CIN: L24200MH1988PTC048028
September 24, 2026
The Board of Directors
Hikal Limited
Subject: Resignation from the Office of Non-Executive Director
Dear Sir/ Madam,
After a long and fulfilling association with the Company spanning more than
three decades, I have decided to step down from the Board and devote more
time to my personal commitments and interests.
I hereby tender my resignation from the office of Non-Executive Director of
Hikal Limited with effect from the close of business hours on September 30,
2026, due to my personal commitments and other preoccupations.
Consequent to my resignation as a birector of the Company, I shall also cease
to be a member of the following Committee(s) of the Board with effect from the
same date:
1) Audit Committee
2) Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
3) Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
I confirm that there are no material reasons for my resignation other than
those stated above.
I take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to the Board,
management and fellow direc
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