Paytm appoints two independent directors; whole-time director steps down

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AI summary

Paytm's board approved two new independent directors: Mr. Venkatesh Srinivasan (ex-IDBI, ex-AMFI CEO, 40+ years in finance and banking) and Ms. Sachee Trivedi (founder of Trident Capital Investments), effective July 5, 2026 for 3-year terms, subject to shareholder approval. Whole-time Director and KMP Ms. Urvashi Sahai resigned from the board to focus on executive duties but continues as General Counsel and SVP-Legal. Four executives were also designated as Senior Management Personnel.

Likely market impact

Routine board reshuffle. New independents bring deep finance expertise. Sahai's exit is from board role only - she stays with the company in her executive role.