The resolution sought to amend Swiggy’s articles of association as part of a broader push to become an Indian Owned and Controlled Company (IOCC). It failed to secure the required 75% supermajority from shareholders, falling short by a slim margin at the meeting on May 21. Becoming an IOCC will allow Swiggy to operate its quick commerce business on an inventory model. Currently, in accordance with the foreign investment rules, it runs as a marketplace of sellers.

In an exchange filing, the company said the proposed amendments were designed to create a governance structure suited to a company without an identifiable promoter group, while…

Swiggy defends proposed Board changes for long-term value amid investor scrutiny and aims for Indian Owned and Controlled Company status.