Corporate Compliance 1 November 2026
MCA21 Milestone: Extensions Must End, Firms Urged to Meet Deadlines
A recent opinion piece marks the 20th anniversary of the MCA21 platform, warning that the growing practice of filing extensions for annual returns and AGM reports cannot become the norm. The author stresses that companies must adhere to the statutory 60‑day deadline after the AGM to maintain corporate governance standards and avoid regulatory penalties.
- MCA21 turns 20 and the platform’s efficiency is under review.
- Companies are increasingly relying on extensions for filing MGT‑7 returns and AGM reports, but regulators warn this cannot become routine.
- The article urges firms to meet the mandatory 60‑day window after the AGM to avoid penalties and uphold good governance.
For the full analysis, see the original Business Today article.
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