Nitta Gelatin India Appoints IAS Arun K. Vijayan as Non-Executive Nominee Director After KSIDC Board Nomination Change
2016-Batch Kerala Cadre IAS Officer Replaces Vishnuraj P on the Company’s Board Following KSIDC Nomination; Brings Strong Experience in Industrial Development, Investment Promotion and Public Administration
New Delhi: Nitta Gelatin India Ltd has announced an important change to its Board of Directors with the appointment of senior IAS officer Arun K. Vijayan as a Non-Executive Nominee Director. The appointment came into effect on July 14, 2026, following a fresh nomination by the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation Limited (KSIDC), one of the company’s promoters.
The development marks a significant board-level transition at the gelatin and collagen products manufacturer, with Arun K. Vijayan replacing fellow IAS officer Vishnuraj P, whose tenure as KSIDC’s nominee director concluded on the same day after the promoter revised its nomination.
The appointment was formally disclosed by the company through a regulatory filing submitted to BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, ensuring compliance with disclosure norms applicable to listed companies.
KSIDC Revises Its Board Nomination
According to the regulatory filing, KSIDC communicated the change in its nominee director through an official letter dated July 14, 2026. Acting on the revised nomination, Nitta Gelatin India inducted Arun K. Vijayan onto its Board as a Non-Executive Nominee Director with immediate effect.
Simultaneously, Vishnuraj P., IAS, ceased to be a member of the Board in his capacity as KSIDC’s nominee.
The company clarified that the transition was purely the result of a change in nomination by the promoter and did not arise from resignation, disqualification or any regulatory issue.
As disclosed to the stock exchange, the revised Board details are as follows:
Arun K. Vijayan, IAS
Designation – Non-Executive Nominee Director
Date of Appointment – July 14, 2026
DIN – 09580742
Vishnuraj P., IAS
Date of Cessation – July 14, 2026
Reason – Change in nomination by KSIDC
The company also confirmed that Arun K. Vijayan is eligible to serve on the Board and is not debarred or restrained from holding the office of director by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) or by any other statutory or regulatory authority.
The disclosure complies with SEBI Circular No. LIST/COMP/14/2018-19 dated June 20, 2018, which requires listed companies to provide detailed information regarding appointments and cessations of directors.
Experienced Bureaucrat Brings Strong Industrial Governance Background
The induction of Arun K. Vijayan is expected to strengthen the company’s Board with the addition of an administrator who has extensive experience in industrial policy, public administration and investment facilitation.
A 2016-batch Indian Administrative Service officer of the Kerala cadre, Arun K. Vijayan has served in several important administrative positions during his career.
Before joining the Board of Nitta Gelatin India, he held key responsibilities including:
Managing Director, Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC)
Director of Industries, Government of Kerala
Both assignments placed him at the centre of Kerala’s industrial development initiatives, where he worked on matters related to industrial growth, infrastructure, investment promotion and policy implementation.
His experience in dealing with industries, entrepreneurs and government institutions is expected to provide valuable strategic inputs as Nitta Gelatin India continues to expand its operations in domestic as well as international markets.
Strong Academic Credentials
Apart from his administrative experience, Arun K. Vijayan possesses an impressive academic background that combines engineering and public policy.
His educational qualifications include:
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Electrical Engineering from BITS Pilani
Master of Public Administration from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi
The combination of technical education and public administration has enabled him to work effectively across industrial development, governance and policy implementation.
Over the years, he has been associated with initiatives aimed at improving industrial competitiveness, attracting investments and strengthening institutional frameworks within Kerala.
Company Confirms No Conflict of Interest
In its filing, Nitta Gelatin India also clarified that Arun K. Vijayan is not related to any other member of the Board of Directors.
The company further stated that another senior IAS officer, APM Mohammed Hanish, will continue to serve on the Board as a nominee director representing KSIDC.
The appointment therefore does not alter KSIDC’s representation on the Board but merely replaces one nominee with another.
Such disclosures form part of corporate governance requirements intended to ensure transparency for shareholders and market participants.
Regulatory Filing Made with BSE
The Board-level change was officially communicated to investors through a filing made with BSE Limited, one of India’s leading stock exchanges.
The disclosure was signed by Vinod Mohan, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of Nitta Gelatin India Ltd, who certified that all applicable regulatory requirements had been complied with.
The filing provides shareholders and investors with complete information regarding the appointment, including the reason for the change, date of effectiveness, Director Identification Number (DIN) and declarations relating to eligibility.
About Nitta Gelatin India Ltd
Nitta Gelatin India Ltd is one of India’s leading manufacturers of gelatin and collagen-based products catering to multiple industries.
The company manufactures products that find applications in sectors such as:
Pharmaceuticals
Food processing
Nutraceuticals
Health supplements
Specialty industrial applications
The company operates as a joint venture between Nitta Gelatin Inc., Japan, and the Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC).
Over the years, it has established itself as a significant player in the gelatin manufacturing sector by focusing on product quality, technological advancement, research and sustainable manufacturing practices.
Its products are supplied to customers across India as well as several international markets.
Why the Appointment Matters
Appointments of senior civil servants to the boards of government-promoted enterprises often bring extensive administrative expertise and policy experience to corporate decision-making.
Given Arun K. Vijayan’s background in industrial administration and his leadership at KSIDC, his presence on the Board is expected to strengthen coordination between the promoter and the company while contributing to long-term strategic planning.
His experience in industrial development, infrastructure, investment facilitation and governance is likely to prove valuable as Nitta Gelatin India navigates changing market conditions and pursues future growth opportunities.
The appointment also reflects KSIDC’s continued role in guiding the strategic direction of one of Kerala’s prominent industrial enterprises through experienced administrative leadership.
With the Board transition now complete, Nitta Gelatin India is expected to continue its focus on expanding its presence in the pharmaceutical, food and nutraceutical sectors while maintaining high standards of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and sustainable industrial growth.
