Akzo Nobel India Limited announced significant changes in its board of directors following a meeting held on January 9, 2026. The company appointed Mr. Shantanu Maharaj Khosla as an Additional Director in the category of Independent Director for a term of three years, effective January 9, 2026, until January 8, 2029. Mr. Khosla brings extensive experience from his long tenure at P&G and his leadership role at Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals.

Furthermore, Mr. Rajiv Rajgopal has been re-designated from Chairman and Managing Director to Joint Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, effective January 9, 2026. Mr. Rajgopal has been with the company since 2013 and has a career spanning over 31 years across various industries.

In another key appointment, Mr. Parth Jindal has been appointed as an Additional Director in the category of Non-Executive Director (Non-independent) and designated as the Chairman of the Company, effective January 9, 2026. Mr. Jindal is the Managing Director of JSW Cement Limited and JSW Paints Limited and brings over 14 years of experience in management and finance. His appointment as Chairman is effective immediately following the board meeting on January 9, 2026.

All appointments are subject to the approval of the company's shareholders through the postal ballot process. The board meeting commenced at 6:00 pm and concluded at 7:10 pm on January 9, 2026.