DCM Shriram Limited, a diversified conglomerate with interests across chemicals, fertilizers, sugar, and agribusiness, has announced a major corporate development. The company disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 that it has officially received approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Regional Director – Northern Region, for shifting its registered office from the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi to the State of Haryana.

This significant milestone follows a structured governance process where the company first sought Board approval on April 21, 2025, and subsequently obtained shareholder approval via postal ballot on June 3, 2025. The results of the postal ballot were duly intimated to the stock exchanges on June 4, 2025.

On September 3, 2025, at around 3:40 p.m., the company received the MCA’s order confirming the approval, marking the final regulatory clearance required for the change.

Importance of the Office Shift

Shifting the registered office of a listed company like DCM Shriram is not merely a change of address; it often signals a strategic realignment, operational convenience, or regulatory benefit. In this case, moving the registered office from Delhi to Haryana could be aimed at:

• Operational efficiency: Haryana offers proximity to industrial hubs and logistics advantages.

• Regulatory ease: Businesses may benefit from more efficient local administration and compliance processes.

• Strategic presence: As a company with a wide industrial footprint, Haryana provides access to a business-friendly ecosystem supporting manufacturing and allied sectors.

Governance and Compliance Journey

The disclosure highlights the robust governance practices followed by DCM Shriram:

1. Board Approval – On April 21, 2025, the company’s Board of Directors approved the proposal to shift the registered office from Delhi to Haryana.

2. Shareholder Consent – As per legal requirements, approval was sought from shareholders via a postal ballot, the results of which were declared on June 3, 2025.

3. Regulatory Clearance – Final approval was obtained from the MCA Regional Director, Northern Region on September 3, 2025.

Such a step-by-step process underscores the company’s adherence to statutory requirements, transparency, and communication with stakeholders.

Impact on Stakeholders

For investors, regulators, and stakeholders, the shifting of the registered office is more than a formality. It impacts aspects such as:

• Official communications and documentation with regulators and exchanges.

• Compliance jurisdiction for corporate filings, litigation, and government interactions.

• Business positioning, especially when aligned with the company’s industrial and operational base.

By keeping the exchanges informed through timely disclosures, DCM Shriram strengthens stakeholder confidence in its governance framework.

Broader Corporate Context

DCM Shriram is one of India’s established conglomerates, with business operations spanning fertilizers, chlor-vinyl, cement, sugar, and seeds. Relocating its registered office may also align with its future expansion plans in Haryana, where the state’s industrial policy and infrastructure provide a conducive environment for large-scale enterprises.

The move also signals that the company is streamlining its administrative base to remain agile and competitive in an evolving business environment, where operational proximity to core assets and markets is increasingly vital.

Conclusion

The official shift of DCM Shriram Limited’s registered office from Delhi to Haryana marks a key governance and strategic milestone for the company. Having secured approvals from the Board, shareholders, and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, the company has demonstrated full compliance with the legal framework while maintaining transparency with stakeholders.

For investors and stakeholders, this disclosure reassures that DCM Shriram continues to prioritise governance, operational efficiency, and regulatory alignment as it strengthens its position in India’s industrial and business landscape.

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