Interim compounding orders from MCA on alleged director duty and remuneration breaches

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Zuari Agro Chemicals received two interim orders on 29 July 2026 from the MCA Regional Director, Mumbai, on its compounding applications under Section 441 of the Companies Act 2013. They cover alleged breaches under Section 166 (director duties, FY21) and Section 178 (excess pay to former MD Sunil Sethy, FY20). Compounding fee is Rs 5 lakh on the company under Section 178, nil under Section 166. Total fee on directors and KMPs about Rs 13 lakh. Company says no material impact.

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Minor MCA regulatory matter. Rs 5 lakh fee on company, no material financial or operational impact stated. Watch for final orders.