Indian Railway Finance Corporation Limited — Important, 26-08-2026: Disclosure of material issue

IRFC has been fined Rs. 13.72 lakh each by NSE and BSE (totaling ~Rs. 27.45 lakh) for non-compliance with corporate governance norms for Q1 FY27. The issue stems from the composition of its Board and key committees (Audit, Nomination, Stakeholder Relationship, Risk Management), specifically a shortfall in independent directors, including a woman independent director.

**Impact:** IRFC states the fines have no financial or operational impact.

**Company Response:** IRFC emphasizes that director appointments are controlled by the Ministry of Railways, not the company itself, and they have repeatedly requested the necessary appointments. Citing previous waivers for similar non-compliances, IRFC has requested the stock exchanges to waive these current fines as well.

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