Future Consumer Limited Updates on NCLT Hearing in Resurgent India Special Situations Fund Case

2 min read     Updated on 17 Mar 2026, 05:48 PM
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Future Consumer Limited updated on NCLT hearing held 17th March, 2026 in case filed by Resurgent India Special Situations Fund. Company argued first default occurred in May 2022, beyond limitation period, while Resurgent claimed April 2024 notice should be default date. Tribunal noted company's assets worth over Rs. 300 crores and questioned NBFC registration status. Company directed to file additional affidavit within 10 days clarifying NBFC requirements and RBI intimation. Next hearing scheduled 16th April, 2026.

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Future Consumer Limited has informed stock exchanges about developments in the ongoing NCLT case filed by Resurgent India Special Situations Fund, following a hearing held on 17th March, 2026. The company disclosed these updates under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.

Hearing Proceedings and Arguments

The NCLT hearing was originally scheduled for 9th March, 2026 but was rescheduled to 17th March, 2026 as the bench did not preside on the initial date. During the proceedings, the company's counsel Mr. Shyam Kapadia presented the financial statements for the last three years as directed by the tribunal.

Key Arguments Presented: Details
Company's Position: First default occurred in May 2022, beyond limitation period
Resurgent's Stance: Notice of Acceleration dated 24.04.2024 should be treated as default date
Financial Evidence: Debt towards Resurgent reflected in company's balance sheet

The company's counsel argued that Resurgent had waived the company's defaults subject to payment of outstanding amounts, and that if the waiver notice was breached, the original default date of May 2022 would still apply for limitation purposes.

Tribunal's Observations on Financial Position

The Hon'ble Tribunal made significant observations regarding Future Consumer Limited's financial position based on FY 2024-25 financials. The tribunal noted that plants, equipment and machinery reflected a value of more than Rs. 300 crores. Additionally, the tribunal highlighted considerable investments in the subsidiaries of Future Consumer Limited.

NBFC Registration Query

Based on the company's substantial asset base and investment portfolio, the tribunal questioned whether Future Consumer Limited should have been registered as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC). This observation has led to specific directions for the company to provide additional clarification.

Tribunal Directions and Next Steps

The tribunal has issued specific directions to Future Consumer Limited:

  • File an Additional Affidavit providing clarity on NBFC registration requirements
  • Inform whether any intimation has been received from RBI regarding NBFC registration
  • Submit the affidavit within 10 days from the hearing date
Timeline: Details
Affidavit Submission: Within 10 days of 17th March, 2026
Next Hearing: 16th April, 2026
Compliance: Company to continue providing updates

Future Consumer Limited has committed to continue providing updates on the matter as proceedings develop. The case involves debt obligations to Resurgent India Special Situations Fund, with disputes over default dates and limitation periods for legal action.

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