Asian Paints Limited has announced that shareholders, at the company’s 79th Annual General Meeting held today, approved the appointment of Mr. Ashish Choksi as a Non-Executive Director, liable to retire by rotation. The appointment, which was initially approved by the Board of Directors on March 27, 2025, based on recommendations from the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, has now received shareholder confirmation.

Mr. Ashish Choksi is a member of the Promoter Group and the son of the late Mr. Ashwin Choksi, former Chairman of the company. He is also the cousin of Mr. Manish Choksi, Non-Executive Director and Vice-Chairman of Asian Paints. He is not related to any other directors or key managerial personnel of the company.

Beginning his career with Asian Paints in 1992, Mr. Choksi served as a Supply Chain Executive in the Industrial Paints Division, overseeing paint requirements for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) clients. In 1997, he moved on to join Ricinash Renewable Materials Private Limited, a company engaged in the manufacture of plant-derived chemicals and green chemistry solutions. He currently serves as Ricinash’s Managing Director & CEO.

In addition to his executive responsibilities, Mr. Choksi holds directorships in other family-run businesses. Outside of his professional life, he is an avid nature and wildlife enthusiast and enjoys playing cricket and squash.

This appointment further strengthens Asian Paints' leadership team by adding a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of both the company’s legacy and the evolving landscape of sustainable industries.