Lahore: Gharibwal Cement Limited has officially announced its 65th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for October 24, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The meeting will take place at the OBAN Hotel, located at 81-C-II, off MM Alam Road, Gulberg-II, Lahore. The AGM will address several key agenda items, including the confirmation of minutes from last year's meeting, the adoption of audited financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, and the appointment of auditors for the upcoming financial year.

The company's Board of Directors has recommended the re-appointment of Kreston Hyder Bhimji & Co as the external auditors for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. This recommendation follows the audit committee's suggestion, aligning with the company's governance practices.

Shareholders are advised that the Share Transfer Books will be closed from October 18 to October 24, 2025. Transfers received by the company's Share Registrar by the close of business on October 17, 2025, will be considered in time for participation in the meeting. Shareholders intending to participate must adhere to identification requirements, and corporate representatives are to present necessary documentation.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the notice also highlights the company's compliance with various sections of the Companies Act 2017, including provisions for electronic dividend payments and the transition to book-entry shares. Shareholders are urged to provide updated CNIC and bank details to facilitate these processes. The company has reminded shareholders of the mandatory electronic credit mandate for dividends, emphasizing the need for shareholders to submit their bank account details to ensure timely payments.

To enhance shareholder participation, the company has offered a video conference and online attendance option, subject to demand and availability. Shareholders interested in these options must notify the company by October 21, 2025.

The company also addressed transactions with related parties, including Balochistan Glass Limited, as disclosed in the audited financial statements. These transactions were previously approved during the AGM held on October 24, 2024, and the Extraordinary General Meeting on February 28, 2024.

Further details regarding the AGM, including the annual report, proxy forms, and unclaimed dividend lists, are available on the company's website. Shareholders are encouraged to review these documents in preparation for the meeting.