Keerthi Industries Limited Receives Legal Notice for Cheque Dishonour Worth Rs. 1,41,85,288
Keerthi Industries Limited disclosed receiving a legal notice from coal supplier J P Associates for alleged cheque dishonour worth Rs. 1,41,85,288 under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act. The company is working to resolve the matter through payments and cement supply while discussing notice withdrawal with the vendor.

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Keerthi Industries Limited has disclosed receiving a legal notice from its coal supplier regarding alleged dishonour of cheques worth Rs. 1,41,85,288. The company made this disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.
Legal Notice Details
The company received a legal notice dated 10th March, 2026 from J P Associates on 12th March, 2026. The notice pertains to alleged dishonour of cheques under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Notice From | J P Associates (regular coal supplier) |
| Amount Involved | Rs. 1,41,85,288 |
| Notice Date | 10th March, 2026 |
| Receipt Date | 12th March, 2026 |
| Legal Provision | Section 138, Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 |
Company's Response Strategy
Keerthi Industries has outlined its approach to resolve the matter. The company is initiating payments of the outstanding dues along with supply of cement to address the pending amounts. Management has indicated that discussions are underway with the vendor to withdraw the legal notice.
The company has stated that it will provide updates on this development in due course of time as the resolution process progresses.
Financial Impact Assessment
According to the company's disclosure, there is no material impact expected on the financial, operations or other activities of the company. The management has emphasized that discussions with the vendor are in progress for withdrawal of the notice.
| Impact Area | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Financial Impact | No material impact |
| Operational Impact | No material impact |
| Other Activities | No material impact |
| Current Status | Discussions ongoing for notice withdrawal |
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made by Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Anupama Iyer on 13th March, 2026, in compliance with SEBI listing regulations. The company has provided complete details as required under Schedule III of the Listing Regulations, ensuring transparency with stakeholders regarding this legal development.
Historical Stock Returns for Keerthi Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.69% | -11.54% | -8.61% | -29.35% | -35.99% | -43.84% |































