August 4, 2026: Defence technology company Zen Technologies Ltd. (NSE: ZENTEC | BSE: 533339) has appointed Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Independent) for a term of three consecutive years, effective August 4, 2026, subject to shareholders’ approval.
The appointment was approved by the company’s Board through a circular resolution based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, according to a regulatory filing with the stock exchanges.
Experienced Corporate Leader Joins Zen Technologies Board
Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy brings over 16 years of experience in corporate transformation, capital markets, strategic investments, corporate governance, and institutional development.
She currently serves as the Executive Director of Midwest Limited, where she oversees international investments, investor relations, enterprise governance, sustainability initiatives, corporate strategy, and cross-border transactions.
Apart from her executive responsibilities, Kollareddy also serves as an Independent Director at Awaze Limited, advising on strategic growth, acquisitions, and operational efficiency.
She is also a member of the Investment Committee of T-Fund, an initiative backed by T-Hub and the Government of Telangana, supporting early-stage technology startups.
Strong Academic and Global Background
Kollareddy holds:
- Bachelor of Technology in Electronics & Communication Engineering from Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering & Technology
- Master of Science in Financial Engineering from Columbia University
- Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Columbia Business School, New York
She has also represented Midwest Limited during its IPO and public listing, participated as a panellist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Global Startup Workshop, and is associated with global leadership organizations including the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), and the Institute of Directors (IOD).
Board Highlights Strategic Expertise
Zen Technologies stated that Kollareddy’s expertise spans:
- Corporate strategy
- Capital markets
- International investments
- Financial management
- Corporate governance
- Organizational transformation
- Stakeholder management
The Board believes her appointment will strengthen the company’s governance framework and support its long-term strategic growth.
Regulatory Compliance
The company confirmed that Uma Priyadarshini Kollareddy is not related to any existing director of Zen Technologies and has not been debarred by SEBI or any other regulatory authority from holding the office of director.
Her appointment will now be placed before shareholders for approval.
Source: NSE Filing
