1. Appointment of Sri Girish Behal as Managing Director w.e.f January 1, 2027. 2. Reappointment of Ms. Suhana Murshed for a second term of five consecutive year w,e,f, July 20, 2026.
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The Board of Directors of Xpro India Limited approved two key appointments at its meeting on May 20, 2026. First, Sri Girish Behal, currently President & CEO, will be appointed as Managing Director for three years starting January 1, 2027, subject to shareholder approval. During the transition period, he will be redesignated as Managing Director (Designate) & CEO. Sri Behal brings 25 years of experience in chemical and polymer industries and previously worked at Ester Industries, AkzoNobel, and Nippon Paint. Second, Ms. Suhana Murshed is being reappointed as an Independent Director for a second five-year term from July 20, 2026, to July 19, 2031. Ms. Murshed is a legal professional with 19 years of M&A and private equity expertise and currently serves on multiple committees including Audit and CSR. Both appointments confirm no related party connections.
These appointments provide leadership continuity and stability. The elevation of an internal candidate to Managing Director signals confidence in current leadership, while the reappointment of Ms. Murshed as Independent Director maintains board independence and governance continuity. No immediate impact on stock price expected, though shareholder approval will be needed for the Managing Director appointment.