Blue Dart Express Limited has informed the Exchange regarding Cessation of Mr Prakash Krishnaji Apte as Non- Executive Independent Director of the company w.e.f. April 13, 2026.
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Mr. Prakash Apte has tendered his resignation as Chairman and Independent Director of Blue Dart Express Limited, effective from the conclusion of the Board Meeting on April 13, 2026. The resignation is due to health reasons, as he mentioned being unwell and needing to focus on his recovery. With this departure, he also ceases to be Chairman and member of the Audit Committee, NRC, Risk Management Committee, CSR Committee, and Stakeholder Relationship Committee. Mr. Apte confirmed that there are no material reasons for his resignation other than health concerns. He also serves as Independent Director on two other listed entities: Fine Organics Industries Ltd. and GMM Pfaudler Ltd.
The departure of the Chairman and Independent Director creates a leadership gap on the board and affects multiple key committees, which may require immediate succession planning and could be a near-term concern for investors.