Hatsun Agro Product appoints Rajprabu Harshan as Non-Executive Independent Director for five-year term

In a move aimed at strengthening governance, Hatsun Agro Product Limited announced at its board meeting on 10 April 2026 the appointment of Rajprabu Harshan as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a first five-year term commencing 10 April 2026, subject to the approval of the company’s shareholders. The appointment comes on the recommendation of Hatsun’s Nomination and Remuneration Committee and marks another step in reinforcing independent oversight on the board. Alongside the appointment, the board approved a Postal Ballot Notice to seek members’ approval for the new director not liable to retire by rotation, with a cut-off date set for 10 April 2026 to determine eligible shareholders.

Rajprabu Harshan is described as a seasoned business leader with a background in operational strategy and organizational growth, with a particular focus on warehousing and logistics operations. The attachment notes that he currently sits on the board of Startex Knitwears Private Limited and serves as Managing Partner of Rice Land and MKAC Jayaraj Nadar & Sons, all based in Madurai. The disclosure also confirms that he is not related to other directors and is not debarred from holding board positions by any regulatory authority.

The move signals Hatsun’s continued emphasis on governance-led growth as it charts its next phase of expansion. By adding a non-executive independent director with hands-on operation and logistics experience, the company eyes enhanced strategic support and independent oversight at the board level. Shareholders will ultimately weigh in on the appointment through the forthcoming postal ballot, underscoring Hatsun’s intent to align leadership with long-term, value-driven objectives.