Hind Rectifiers seeks approval to rename as Hirect, raise capital
Hind Rectifiers Limited has announced a postal ballot to approve changing its name to Hirect Limited and increasing its authorised share capital from ₹10 crore to ₹30 crore. The voting period runs from June 11 to July 10, 2026. Shareholders will also vote on raising borrowing limits to ₹600 crore and authorizing the creation of mortgages on company assets.

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Hind Rectifiers Limited has initiated a postal ballot process to seek shareholder approval for changing its corporate name to Hirect Limited and increasing its authorised share capital to ₹30 crore. The remote e-voting period commences on June 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. and concludes on July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. These resolutions require shareholder consent to amend the Memorandum of Association under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations.
The board approved the proposal to alter the capital clause, increasing the authorised share capital from ₹10 crore, divided into 5 crore equity shares of ₹2 each, to ₹30 crore, divided into 15 crore equity shares of ₹2 each. Additionally, the company seeks approval to increase borrowing limits to ₹600 crore and create mortgages or charges on movable and immovable properties to secure these borrowings.
Postal Ballot Resolutions
The postal ballot notice outlines four key resolutions requiring member approval:
| Sr No. | Description of Resolution | Type of Resolution |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Change of name to 'Hirect Limited' and amendments to Memorandum and Articles of Association | Special Resolution |
| 2. | Increase in Authorised Share Capital and alteration to capital clause of Memorandum of Association | Ordinary Resolution |
| 3. | Increase in borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013 | Special Resolution |
| 4. | Creation of mortgage and/or charge on properties under Section 180(1)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013 | Special Resolution |
Capital Structure and Borrowing
The proposed capital increase aims to broaden the capital structure and meet future funding requirements. The company also proposes to supersede the previous borrowing limit of ₹400 crore, approved on January 4, 2025, raising the aggregate limit to ₹600 crore. This includes the authority to pledge, mortgage, or hypothecate assets to secure loans from financial institutions and banks.
Voting Process
Mr. Mahesh Soni of M/s GMJ & Associates has been appointed as the scrutinizer for the postal ballot process. The cut-off date for determining shareholder eligibility is June 5, 2026. The results of the e-voting will be announced on or before July 12, 2026, on the company's website.
Historical Stock Returns for Hind Rectifiers
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -4.09% | -5.07% | +12.63% | +41.52% | +62.46% | +1,164.01% |
What strategic rationale is driving the rebranding from 'Hind Rectifiers' to 'Hirect Limited'?
How does the company plan to utilize the increased borrowing limit of ₹600 crore?
Will the expanded authorised share capital lead to a new equity issuance or preferential allotment in the near future?


































