Dredging Corporation of India Appoints Krishna Das as Independent Director

New Delhi, March 3, 2026: Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI) has appointed Smt. Krishna Das as an Additional Director (Non-Executive – Independent), the company informed stock exchanges in a regulatory filing under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

The appointment was approved by circulation of a Board resolution dated March 2, 2026, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Her appointment will take effect from the date she assumes charge or fulfills statutory requirements under the Companies Act, 2013 — whichever is later.

Tenure and Approval Process

Smt. Krishna Das will serve as an Additional Director up to the date of the next General Meeting, which is to be convened within three months from the Board’s approval. At that meeting, shareholders’ approval will be sought for her regular appointment as an Independent Non-Executive Director for a period of three consecutive years from the effective date of her appointment.

Professional Background

Born on April 7, 1984, Smt. Krishna Das is a seasoned legal professional and social leader with over 15 years of experience in governance, welfare administration, and legal education. She previously served as Chairman of the Assam State Social Welfare Board and has expertise in labour law, constitutional law, and regulatory compliance.

The company clarified that she is not related to any Director or Officer of DCI and does not hold any shares in the company.

Regulatory Compliance

The intimation has been submitted to both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) in compliance with SEBI’s disclosure norms.

DCI, headquartered in Visakhapatnam, is a leading public sector enterprise engaged in dredging services for ports, shipping channels, and maritime infrastructure development across India.