GTPL Hathway Limited has informed the market that its Board has approved the re-appointment of Rajendra Dwarkadas Hingwala as an Independent Director for a second three-year term, with effect from July 13, 2026, subject to the approval of members at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting. The move underscores GTPL’s emphasis on strengthening governance with seasoned leadership on its board as it steers through ongoing industry dynamics and regulatory considerations.
Rajendra Dwarkadas Hingwala is a Chartered Accountant who spent more than 38 years with PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Limited as a Director and Partner. His extensive background in corporate governance, tax advisory, and structuring of transactions positions him to contribute to strategic decision-making at GTPL Hathway. He is not related to any director of the company and satisfies the independence criteria under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations. He is also reported to be not debarred from holding the office of director by SEBI or any other authority.
In a related note from the same board meeting, GTPL Hathway approved a dividend recommendation of Rs. 2.00 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM. The company’s leadership transition and governance enhancements come as GTPL continues to navigate the evolving landscape of its cable TV and internet services and to pursue value creation for shareholders.