Staff Reporter, Dhaka : The 53rd Annual General Meeting of Bata Shoe Company (Bangladesh) Limited was held through a digital platform on Thursday, 26 June 2025 at 11.00 am.  The meeting was presided over by the Chairman Mr. Rajeev Gopalakrishnan.

At the meeting, the shareholders approved the audited financial statements for the year 2024 and a total cash dividend of 445% on paid-up capital. This includes a 340% interim dividend already paid and a 105% final dividend approved at the meeting.

Among other Directors, Mr. Debabrata Mukherjhee, Managing Director; Mr. Shaibal Sinha, Director; Ms. Farzanah Chowdhury, Independent Director; Mr. Elias Ahmed, Finance Director; and Mr. Riajur Reza Muhammad Faisal, Company Secretary, also attended the meeting. In conclusion, the Chairman conveyed his sincere thanks to the valued shareholders, customers, suppliers, employees, and the Government for their continued support extended to the Company.