Board of Shankara Building Products appoints director
At meeting held on 16 May 2025The Board of Shankara Building Products at its meeting held on 16 May 2025 has approved the appointment of Dhananjay Mirlay Srinivas (DIN: 09108483) as Whole-time Director of the Company for the term of Five (5) years subject to the approval of shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.Powered by Capital Market - Live News
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