Apollo Tyres Limited announced that Berjis Desai has tendered his resignation as an Independent Director, effective at the end of business hours on April 7, 2026, following his appointment as a Member of the National Commission for Minorities, Government of India. The move underscores a governance transition as the company continues to refresh its board with outward-facing appointments that align with broader public service roles.
Desai has long been part of Apollo Tyres’ governance framework and also serves as a non-executive director at several other listed entities, including The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited, Man Infraconstruction Limited, Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited, Inventurus Knowledge Solutions Limited, and Praj Industries Limited. Across these boards, his involvement has spanned audit, nomination and remuneration committees and other governance functions, reflecting a breadth of experience in boardroom oversight.
In his resignation letter, Desai affirmed that there is no other material reason for stepping down beyond his new appointment, and he expressed gratitude to the Chairman, the Board, and the staff of Apollo Tyres. The company did not name a successor at this stage, signaling that it will initiate the appropriate process to fill the Independent Director seat as part of its ongoing governance rhythm.
As Apollo Tyres navigates this transition, industry observers will be watching how the board preserves continuity and maintains its independent oversight, while integrating the perspectives Desai brought from his extensive boardroom experience and public-sector engagement.