Harish Textile Engineers Receives Rs 97.59 Lakh Claim in MSMED Act Arbitration Proceedings
Harish Textile Engineers Limited has received a statement of claim for Rs 97.59 lakh from M/s. Deep Industries in MSMED Act arbitration proceedings, with Rs 72.08 lakh representing interest on alleged delayed payments. The company is examining the claim with legal advisors and will respond within prescribed timelines, with financial implications to be determined based on arbitration outcomes.

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Harish Textile Engineers Limited has disclosed receiving a statement of claim for Rs 97.59 lakh from M/s. Deep Industries in ongoing arbitration proceedings under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006. The company made this disclosure on 19th March, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
Arbitration Claim Details
The statement of claim was received on 18th March, 2026, through the advocate of M/s. Deep Industries. The arbitration proceedings are being conducted before the Micro and Small Enterprises Facilitation Council (MSEFC) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, under Section 18(3) of the MSMED Act 2006.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Claim Amount: | Rs 97,59,128/- |
| Interest Component: | Rs 72,08,743/- |
| Principal Amount: | Rs 25,50,385/- |
| Nature of Claim: | Alleged delayed payment with interest |
| Arbitration Authority: | MSEFC, Ahmedabad, Gujarat |
Company's Response and Legal Position
Harish Textile Engineers is currently examining the contents of the statement of claim in consultation with its legal advisors. The company has stated it will take appropriate steps in accordance with applicable laws and within prescribed timelines. The legal team is also reviewing the interest calculations as claimed by M/s. Deep Industries.
Background and Previous Disclosures
This disclosure represents a continuation of earlier intimations made by the company regarding these proceedings. Previous disclosures were made on:
- 19th April, 2024
- 10th February, 2025
- 12th March, 2025
- 12th June, 2025
- 25th July, 2025
- 06th February, 2026
Financial and Operational Impact
The company has indicated that the financial implications, if any, will be determined based on the outcome of the arbitration proceedings. The matter remains under review with legal advisors, who are examining both the claim details and the interest calculations presented by the claimant.
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD-1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated 13th July 2023. The company has provided detailed information about the arbitration proceedings as required under the regulatory framework.
Historical Stock Returns for Harish Textile Engineers
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -7.83% | +3.23% | -5.97% | +13.05% | -12.57% | +84.35% |
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