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Mr. Hirokazu Kotera, who resigned as Executive Director of Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited effective March 31, 2026, was originally seconded from Kansai Paint Japan in October 2022. During his tenure, he held the position of Vice President for Decorative Marketing and Special Projects, and also represented his parent company on various initiatives. Mr. Kotera was formally appointed as an Executive Director on August 1, 2024.
The resignation was made at the direction of Kansai Paint Co. Ltd., Japan, which serves as the ultimate holding company and promoter, holding approximately 75% of Kansai Nerolac's shares. This active involvement from the promoter in board composition underscores its strategic oversight of the Indian subsidiary's leadership and operations.
With Mr. Kotera's departure, the board will now need to reallocate his responsibilities among existing directors or potentially nominate a successor. Investors will monitor for future announcements regarding shifts in the company's strategic direction and operational priorities, which will be guided by the promoter's current imperatives for the Indian market.