Gujarat Narmada Valley Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited has informed the Exchange regarding Resignation of Mr Pankaj Harishchandra Joshi as Chairman of the company w.e.f. October 31, 2025.
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Shri Pankaj Joshi, a retired IAS officer, has stepped down as Chairman and Director of GNFC with effect from October 31, 2025 (after working hours). His resignation follows his superannuation as Chief Secretary to the Government of Gujarat, which was notified on October 28, 2025. The resignation letter, addressed to the Chief Minister of Gujarat, was formally received by the company on November 1, 2025. He is simultaneously resigning from several other Gujarat state-run entities including GSFC, GSPL, GSPC, Gujarat Gas, GIGL, GITL, and SSNNL. As of this filing, the company has not announced a successor.
This is a routine, expected leadership change driven by Mr. Joshi's government retirement rather than any governance or performance concern. Short-term stock impact is likely muted, but investors should watch for the appointment of a new Chairman, as this could signal any shift in strategic direction at the state-run fertilizer company.