Appointment of Mr. Sajid Bijnori (DIN: 02666906) and Mr. Ajay Gandeja (DIN: 08663702) as an Additional Independent Director w.e.f. June 18, 2025.
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Cupid Breweries and Distilleries Ltd held a board meeting on June 18, 2025, where it noted the expiry of term (June 6, 2025) of two Independent Directors, Mr. Sajid Bijnori and Mr. Ajay Gandeja, creating casual vacancies. Both were immediately re-appointed as Additional Independent Directors on June 18, 2025, subject to shareholder approval via postal ballot. Mr. Bijnori brings 18+ years of experience in SEBI compliance, portfolio management, and taxation, while Mr. Gandeja has expertise in operations, internal controls, budgeting, and ERP implementation. More importantly, the board approved a new business plan to manufacture Alcobev (alcoholic beverage) products by obtaining required licenses and engaging contract bottlers. As part of this strategy, the board decided to acquire assets of Martin Judds Microbreweries Private Limited, in which the company already holds a 10% equity stake.
The director re-appointments are routine and ensure board continuity, but the real substance is the company's strategic pivot into alcoholic beverages manufacturing and the planned asset acquisition of Martin Judds Microbreweries. Shareholders should watch the postal ballot outcome and further announcements on the asset acquisition, as this represents a significant shift in business direction that could materially affect the company's future revenues and valuation.