Birla Group confirms no encumbrance of shares in FY26

Birla Group Holdings Private Limited has confirmed that it, along with persons acting in concert, has not created any encumbrance on shares during the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 31(4) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. This annual declaration is significant as it assures shareholders regarding the status of the promoter's holdings in Hindalco Industries Limited, where Birla Group Holdings Private Limited acts as the promoter.

The filing, addressed to the Audit Committee of Hindalco Industries Limited and submitted to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India, explicitly states that no encumbrance was made directly or indirectly other than those already disclosed. The submission includes the Permanent Account Number (PAN) details of the promoter and promoter group entities as required.

Key Disclosure Details

Aspect	Details
Regulation	Regulation 31(4) of SEBI Takeover Regulations, 2011
Financial Year	FY26 (ended March 31, 2026)
Promoter Status	No new encumbrances declared
Target Company	Hindalco Industries Limited

The declaration was signed by Shrikant Turalkar, Company Secretary of Birla Group Holdings Private Limited, on April 8, 2026. The document serves as a formal compliance record for the financial year, ensuring transparency regarding the promoter's shareholding structure.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-1.20%	-8.79%	-10.66%	-18.10%	-14.84%	+151.01%

Pilani Investment and Industries Corporation Limited has recommended a dividend of 90%, equivalent to ₹9 per equity share of face value ₹10 each, for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The decision was taken at a board meeting held on June 4, 2026, and is subject to the approval of shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. This recommendation follows an adjourned board meeting where the decision was deferred from the previous date of May 28, 2026.

The meeting was held pursuant to Regulation 30, 51, and other applicable regulations of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The intimation was addressed to the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. and BSE Ltd. The meeting commenced at 3.30 P.M. IST and concluded at 3.50 P.M. IST. The company stated that the date of the Annual General Meeting and the book closure dates will be intimated separately.

Key Event Timeline

The following table summarises the key dates and dividend details associated with this announcement:

Event	Details
Previous Board Meeting	May 28, 2026
Board Meeting	June 4, 2026
Financial Year Ended	March 31, 2026
Dividend Recommended	90% (₹9 per share)
Face Value per Share	₹10
Shareholder Approval	Pending at AGM