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Himalaya Food International Ltd has appointed M/s. Kumar Rupak & Associates as its new statutory auditor, aiming to fill a vacancy caused by the earlier resignation of M/s. Garg Bros & Associates.
Board Approves New Auditor; Shareholder Vote Pending
The company's Board of Directors approved the appointment on April 7, 2026. The new firm will serve until the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM), subject to formal shareholder approval.
Auditor Resignation and Delay Explanation
M/s. Garg Bros & Associates resigned on April 2, 2026, citing professional commitments. Himalaya Food International had previously explained a delay in reporting this resignation to the stock exchange, attributing it to procedural reasons and delayed final notice from the auditors. Garg Bros & Associates had been appointed on September 30, 2025, with their term set to expire on September 30, 2026.
Importance of Audits for Investors
Appointing and maintaining reliable auditors is key for ensuring financial transparency, strong corporate governance, and investor confidence and compliance.
Rating Agency Concerns Persist Despite Auditor Change
Despite the change in auditors, concerns persist regarding the company's transparency and cooperation with rating agencies. Both ICRA and CRISIL have rated Himalaya Food in the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category due to the company's lack of engagement and failure to provide requested information. This lack of cooperation can signal underlying issues and affect investor confidence, even with a new auditor in place.
Key Investor Watchpoints
Investors will be closely monitoring the upcoming shareholder vote on the new auditor appointment. They will also track the performance of M/s. Kumar Rupak & Associates and any developments regarding Himalaya Food's engagement with rating agencies and its overall corporate governance practices.