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Deepak Fertilizers and Petrochemicals Corporation Limited announced a significant change in its board composition. The company's Board of Directors, acting on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, has approved the appointment of Dr. Purvi Mehta Bhatt as an Independent Woman Director for a first term of three consecutive years, effective January 1, 2026. This appointment is subject to shareholder approval via a postal ballot.

Additionally, the Board has approved the re-appointment of three existing Independent Directors for their second terms. Mr. Sanjay Gupta will be re-appointed for a five-year term effective February 2, 2026. Mr. Sitaram Kunte will also be re-appointed for a five-year term, effective February 2, 2026. Mr. Terje Bakken's re-appointment as an Independent Director has been approved for a five-year term, commencing February 20, 2026. These re-appointments are also subject to shareholder approval.

The company confirmed that all appointed and re-appointed directors, including Dr. Purvi Mehta Bhatt, Mr. Sanjay Gupta, Mr. Sitaram Kunte, and Mr. Terje Bakken, are not debarred from holding directorship by any order from SEBI or other authorities. Detailed profiles and disclosures as required by SEBI regulations have been provided.