NR Agarwal Industries Limited on December 22, 2025, submitted a revised disclosure to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) clarifying discrepancies related to promoter share encumbrance under Regulation 31(1) and 31(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.

The clarification follows a communication from BSE seeking additional details and rectification of disclosures relating to the release of pledged shares held by the company’s promoters. The company confirmed that all promoter pledges have been fully released, with no shares remaining encumbered as of December 16, 2025.

Background of the Disclosure

The revised filing was made by R N Agarwal, promoter of NR Agarwal Industries Limited, on behalf of all promoters, including Reena Agarwal and Raunak Agarwal. The submission addressed discrepancies in earlier disclosures concerning the creation, continuation, and release of encumbrances on promoter-held equity shares.

NR Agarwal Industries is listed on both BSE (Scrip Code: 516082) and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE).

Promoter Shareholding Position

As per the revised disclosure:

• Total promoter shareholding stands at 1,25,17,966 equity shares, representing 73.55% of the total paid-up equity share capital.

• Prior to the release, 100% of promoter shareholding was encumbered, which also constituted 73.55% of the company’s total equity capital.

• Post the release of pledge on December 16, 2025, the number of encumbered shares stands at zero.

This effectively means that NR Agarwal Industries currently has no promoter pledge or lien on its shares, a development that is often viewed positively by equity investors.

Details of Pledge Release

The disclosures indicate that:

• The pledge in favour of SBICAP Trustee Company Limited, created on March 7, 2022, has been fully released.

• The release applies to shares held by:

  • R N Agarwal (46.88%)

  • Reena Agarwal (26.67%)

  • Raunak Agarwal (negligible holding)

The release of pledge was completed on December 16, 2025, and duly reported on December 18, 2025, in compliance with SEBI timelines.

Lenders and Security Structure

The pledged shares were earlier held by SBICAP Trustee Company Limited, acting as security trustee for lenders including:

• State Bank of India

• Punjab National Bank

The revised disclosure clarifies that while the pledge has been released, a Non-Disposal Undertaking (NDU) is proposed to be created in favour of lenders through the trustee structure, ensuring continued covenant protection without physical encumbrance of shares.

Reason for Encumbrance and End Use

According to Annexure II of the disclosure:

• The original pledge was created for the benefit of the listed company, not for personal borrowing by promoters.

• The underlying loans were term loans availed by NR Agarwal Industries Limited.

• Funds were utilised for business purposes linked to the company’s operations.

The company confirmed that the encumbrance did not relate to debentures, commercial papers, or other debt instruments.

Security Cover and Financial Metrics

The disclosure also provides insight into the value of shares and security cover:

• On March 7, 2022, the value of pledged shares stood at over ₹265 crore against loan exposure of ₹426.8 crore.

• On November 19, 2025, the share value increased substantially to ₹618.84 crore, improving asset cover.

• At the time of release on December 16, 2025, share valuation crossed ₹812 crore, significantly strengthening the collateral position.

This improvement in market valuation appears to have facilitated the release of pledge.

Regulatory Compliance

The company stated that the revised disclosure was filed to ensure:

• Full compliance with SEBI SAST Regulations

• Transparent reporting of promoter encumbrance

• Accurate dissemination of information to investors and stock exchanges

BSE has been requested to take the revised disclosure on record.

Market Implications

The removal of promoter pledges is generally considered a positive governance signal, as it:

• Reduces financial risk perception

• Improves promoter credibility

• Enhances balance-sheet confidence among institutional and retail investors

Investors closely monitor promoter pledge levels as high encumbrance often raises concerns about leverage and potential forced selling risks.

Company Overview

NR Agarwal Industries Limited operates in the paper manufacturing sector and has a long-standing presence in the Indian industrial landscape. The company’s ability to release promoter pledges amid volatile market conditions may reflect improved cash flows, refinancing, or better debt management.

Conclusion

NR Agarwal Industries Limited has clarified discrepancies in earlier regulatory filings and confirmed the complete release of promoter share pledges as of December 16, 2025. With promoter shareholding remaining intact at 73.55% and zero encumbrance, the development strengthens the company’s governance profile and reduces promoter-related financial risk.

The revised disclosure ensures regulatory transparency and provides clarity to investors tracking promoter leverage and corporate financial stability.

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