Re-appointment of Independent Director.
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JSW Steel's Board meeting on 14 May 2026 approved three items: (1) recommendation of a final dividend of Rs. 7.10 per share (710%) for FY26, subject to shareholder approval at the 32nd AGM on 24 July 2026; (2) re-appointment of Ms. Fiona Jane Mary Paulus as an Independent Director for a second consecutive term of up to 5 years from 27 May 2027 to 26 May 2032, based on the Nomination & Remuneration Committee's recommendation; and (3) approval to raise up to Rs. 7,000 crore via a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) of non-convertible debentures with warrants and/or equity/convertible securities. Ms. Paulus has 45 years of investment banking experience across top global banks and serves on the boards of FTSE 100 company Metlen Energy & Metals PLC and ACG Acquisition Company Ltd. The Board affirmed she is not debarred from serving as a director.
The re-appointment of a seasoned independent director is a positive governance signal, reinforcing board continuity. The dividend recommendation and large QIP approval also signal confidence in the company's financial position.