HandsOn Global Management (HGM) Limited Receives Promoter Reclassification Requests Under SEBI Regulation 31A
HandsOn Global Management (HGM) Limited received reclassification requests on May 11, 2026 from three promoters — Stern Capital Partners LLC (5.51%), Surinder Rametra (0.95%), and Sun Investment Partners LLC (0% holding) — seeking to move to the Public shareholder category under SEBI Regulation 31A. The combined shareholding of the entities seeking reclassification amounts to 8,14,246 shares, or 6.46% of the total shares. Each promoter has certified compliance with all prescribed conditions under Regulation 31A(3)(b)/31A(4) of the Listing Regulations. The Board of Directors is expected to consider the requests and initiate the necessary steps in due course.

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HandsOn Global Management (HGM) Limited has received reclassification requests dated May 11, 2026 from three promoters seeking to move from the Promoter category to the Public shareholder category. The requests have been submitted in accordance with Regulation 31A of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and the company has intimated the stock exchanges accordingly.
Promoters Seeking Reclassification
The three entities that have submitted reclassification requests are Stern Capital Partners LLC, Surinder Rametra, and Sun Investment Partners LLC. The combined shareholding details of the promoters seeking reclassification are presented below:
| Shareholder: | Category | No. of Shares Held | % of Shares Held |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stern Capital Partners LLC | Promoter | 6,94,246 | 5.51% |
| Surinder Rametra | Promoter | 1,20,000 | 0.95% |
| Sun Investment Partners LLC | Promoter | 0 | 0% |
| Total | 8,14,246 | 6.46% |
Basis and Conditions for Reclassification
Each of the three promoters has confirmed satisfaction of all conditions prescribed under Regulation 31A(3)(b)/31A(4) of the Listing Regulations. In their respective request letters, each entity or individual has certified the following:
- They, along with persons related to them, do not hold more than 10% of the total voting rights in the company.
- They do not exercise control over the affairs of the company, whether directly or indirectly.
- They do not have any special rights with respect to the company through formal or informal arrangements, including through any shareholder agreements.
- They do not represent on the Board of Directors (including not having a nominee director) of the company.
- They do not act as Key Managerial Personnel in the company.
- They are not a wilful defaulter as per Reserve Bank of India guidelines.
- They are not a fugitive economic offender.
- There is no pending regulatory action against them.
Additionally, each entity has committed to continue complying with the conditions mentioned under sub-clauses (i), (ii), and (iii) of clause (b) of Regulation 31A(3) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 at all times from the date of reclassification. They have also committed to comply with the conditions under sub-clauses (iv) and (v) of the same clause for a period of not less than three years from the date of reclassification. Non-compliance with these conditions would result in reclassification back to the Promoter category.
Individual Promoter Details
Stern Capital Partners LLC, based at 27 Riesling Court, Commack, NY 11725, USA, holds 6,94,246 equity shares representing 5.51% of the company. The entity's name is currently required to be filed under the Promoter category in the shareholding pattern submitted quarterly to the stock exchanges, and it is also required to make annual disclosures under SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
Surinder Rametra, also based at 27 Riesling Court, Commack, NY 11725, USA, holds 1,20,000 equity shares representing 0.95% of the company. Surinder Rametra has stated that they have retired from all positions in the company, though their name continues to be filed under the Promoter category in the quarterly shareholding pattern.
Sun Investment Partners LLC currently holds nil shares in the company but its name continues to be listed under the Promoter category in the quarterly shareholding pattern filed with the stock exchanges.
Next Steps
Pursuant to Regulation 31A of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors of HandsOn Global Management (HGM) Limited will consider the reclassification requests and initiate the next steps in due course. The intimation was signed by Bhuvanesh Sharma, VP-Corporate Affairs, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the company.
Historical Stock Returns for HandsOn Global Management (HGM)
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +4.94% | +6.22% | +18.01% | -10.38% | +21.83% | +28.99% |
How might the reclassification of these promoters holding 6.46% combined stake impact HGM's corporate governance structure and future strategic decision-making?
Could the exit of US-based entities Stern Capital Partners LLC and Sun Investment Partners LLC from the promoter category signal a broader shift in HGM's foreign investor relations or ownership strategy?
What impact will the reduction in promoter shareholding have on HGM's stock liquidity and public float, and how might institutional investors respond?


































