The Board of Directors at their meeting dated 25.05.2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, approved the appointment of Dr. Balu Paulose Maliakel (DIN: 00231698) as Additional Director w.e.f 25.05.2026 to be designated as Non- Executive Independent Director effective from the date of ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company, for a term of 5 years, subject to approval by the Shareholders, as per the regulatory requirements.