Paradeep Phosphates Appoints Raj Kumar Agrawal as Independent Director

Paradeep Phosphates Ltd's Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Mr. Raj Kumar Agrawal (DIN: 00177578) as an Additional Director in the category of Independent Director. The appointment is for a term of five years, effective from October 13, 2026, and is subject to the approval of the company's members at the General Meeting. Mr. Agrawal, born on June 15, 1957, holds a B.Com (Hons.) and is a Chartered Accountant. He previously served as a Senior Partner at S. R. Batliboi & Co. (an EY member firm) for over 43 years, retiring in June 2019. His extensive professional background includes leadership roles in risk management, regulatory compliance, and professional practice across diverse sectors. The company confirmed that Mr. Agrawal has not been debarred from holding a director's office by SEBI or any other authority.