Swiggy shareholders block board rights expansion for founder Majety in rare investor revolt

Special resolution to widen founder Sriharsha Majety's board nomination rights fell short, securing just 72.36% versus the 75% threshold. Proxy advisers and global institutions including Prosus-linked holders pushed back amid widening losses and a 45% share price slide since listing.

— Source publishedThu, 21 May, 2026, 23:40 IST·First seen Thu, 21 May, 2026, 23:46 IST·Source Mint · Companies

What happened

Swiggy shareholders rejected an AoA amendment that would have expanded founder Majety's board nomination rights, with only 72.36% support against the 75%

Key facts

  • 27.64% rejected
  • 72.36% support
  • 75% threshold
  • Accel 2.77%
  • SoftBank 6.26%
  • Prosus 21.06%
  • Majety 5.27%
  • shares -45%

Why this matters

A blocked board-rights expansion at Swiggy weakens founder leverage in any future M&A or capital raise, opening a window for strategic partners to negotiate stronger governance terms.

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