Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited has disclosed an additional share acquisition by its promoter Ms. Priya Paul under SEBI regulations. The company filed detailed disclosures under both Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, and Regulation 7(2)(b) of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, demonstrating continued regulatory compliance.

Latest Transaction Details

Ms. Priya Paul, serving as Director and Promoter of the company, acquired an additional 28,875 equity shares representing 0.01353% of the paid-up equity share capital through on-market purchase on March 23, 2026. The transaction was executed on NSE with a total value of ₹29,84,231.25.

Updated Shareholding Pattern

Following the latest acquisition, Ms. Priya Paul's total shareholding has increased significantly from her previous position:

Regulatory Compliance Framework

The company filed comprehensive disclosures on March 24, 2026, with both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited. The disclosure encompasses multiple SEBI regulations, reflecting the company's commitment to transparency. Ms. Priya Paul is part of an extensive promoter group structure that includes Karan Paul, Apeejay Surrendra Trust, Great Eastern Stores Private Limited, Apeejay Private Limited, and several other associated entities.

Company Structure

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited maintains a total equity share capital of ₹21,33,74,246 divided into 21,33,74,246 fully paid-up equity shares of ₹1 each. The company is listed on both BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 544111) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Symbol: PARKHOTELS) with ISIN INE988S01028. The disclosure was signed by Shalini Keshan, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer (Membership No.: ACS-014897), on behalf of the company.

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited has announced that THE Lotus Palace Chettinad will host the Kalai Art and Architecture Festival, a comprehensive celebration of Chettinad's rich artistic heritage. The 4-day, 3-night immersive festival is scheduled from April 3-6, 2026, offering guests an in-depth exploration of one of India's most distinctive architectural legacies.

Festival Overview and Collaboration

The Kalai festival represents a unique collaboration between THE Lotus Palace Chettinad and several of the region's most iconic heritage properties. The participating venues showcase the breadth of Chettinad's architectural heritage:

The festival will unfold across centuries-old Chettiar mansions, sacred temples, and vibrant craft ateliers, providing guests with an intimate encounter with architectural traditions that celebrate a confluence of global influences and aesthetics.

Expert Speakers and Educational Content

The festival features presentations by three distinguished conservation architects and heritage experts, each bringing decades of specialized knowledge:

Sujatha Shankar brings over four decades of professional practice with deep commitment to heritage and contextual design. Her extensive portfolio spans architecture, planning, and interior design across varied project typologies and scales.

Sashikala Ananth contributes over three decades of research into Vastu, the classical Indian science of architecture. Her work focuses on studying and interpreting traditional principles of spatial harmony, orientation, and design embedded within India's architectural heritage.

Pradeep Chakravarthy serves as historian and author whose research explores temples, inscriptions, and cultural history of South India. Known for engaging lectures and compelling storytelling, he brings scholarly insight to the study of India's architectural and cultural heritage.

Festival Experience Components

The Kalai festival offers a comprehensive cultural immersion through multiple experience categories:

• Accommodation: Stays in restored heritage mansions
• Educational Tours: Expert-led architectural tours across historic sites
• Cultural Programming: Traditional performances during evening events
• Culinary Experiences: Authentic Chettinad cuisine presentations
• Coordination Services: Centralized management by THE Lotus Palace Chettinad

Guests will traverse grand courtyards and ornate mansions while exploring temple architecture, participating in conversations with leading conservation voices, and taking immersive village walks. The festival positions itself as more than a cultural event, serving as a curated passage through space, structure, and story where art, architecture, and time converge.

Company Background

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Limited operates as a leading hospitality sector player with upscale properties and diverse food and beverage offerings. Since inception in 1967 with the opening of its first Kolkata property under THE PARK brand, the company has expanded to operate 39 hotels across India through owned, leased, and managed properties.

The company's portfolio includes five distinct brands: THE PARK, THE PARK Collection, Zone by The Park, Zone Connect by The Park, and Stop by Zone, representing upscale and upper mid-scale categories. Beyond core hospitality services, the company maintains diverse food and beverage operations including restaurants, nightclubs, and bars, plus retail operations through the Flurys brand network of 105 outlets featuring kiosks, cafes, and restaurants.