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Pharmaceuticals
Management Change26 Aug 2026, 01:19 pm

Hikal Ltd Appoints Sameer Hiremath as CMD for 5 Years

AI Summary

Hikal Ltd announced the appointment of Mr. Sameer Hiremath as Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) for a term of five years, effective October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2031. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. Mr. Hiremath, currently Vice Chairman and Managing Director, brings nearly three decades of experience and deep institutional knowledge to the role. He holds degrees in Petrochemical Engineering, an MBA, and an MS in Information Technology from Boston University. The board meeting where this was approved commenced at 11:30 a.m. and concluded at 1:12 p.m. on August 26, 2026.

Key Highlights

  • Sameer Hiremath appointed Chairman and Managing Director.
  • Appointment is for a 5-year term starting October 1, 2026.
  • Requires shareholder approval at the upcoming AGM.
  • Hiremath has nearly 30 years of experience with Hikal.
  • He is the son of Mr. Jai Hiremath and Mrs. Sugandha Hiremath.