Kranti Industries receives SBI SARFAESI notice for ₹2.27 crore guarantee

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Key Highlights
  • SBI issued SARFAESI notice for ₹2.27 crore guarantee linked to associate Preciso Metall
  • Debt classified as NPA due to default in loan instalments and irregular operations
  • Repayment demanded within 60 days from the date of the notice
  • Company assessing legal remedies; no immediate material financial impact reported
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Kranti Industries received a notice from State Bank of India under Section 13(2) of the SARFAESI Act regarding a corporate guarantee for its associate company, Preciso Metall Private Limited.

The lender has classified the debt as a non-performing asset due to irregular operations and default in loan instalment repayments by the associate.

Notice Details

The notice demands the discharge of ₹2,27,23,173.02 within 60 days from the date of issuance. The amount pertains to credit facilities availed by Preciso Metall, for which Kranti Industries provided a corporate guarantee.

Parameter Details
Lender State Bank of India
Associate Company Preciso Metall Private Limited
Amount Claimed ₹2,27,23,173.02
Repayment Deadline 60 days from notice date
Reason Default in loan instalments; debt classified as NPA

Company Response

Kranti Industries stated it is reviewing the notice contents and evaluating legal remedies available to it. The company noted there is no immediate material financial impact on its operations.

Further developments will be disclosed to stock exchanges as per SEBI LODR Regulations.

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Will Kranti Industries choose to settle the ₹2.27 crore guarantee liability immediately or pursue legal remedies, and how might this decision impact its cash flow?

How might the classification of Preciso Metall's debt as an NPA affect Kranti Industries' future credit ratings and borrowing costs from other financial institutions?

What are the potential legal precedents or risks for Kranti Industries if it contests the SARFAESI notice, particularly regarding the enforceability of corporate guarantees in similar associate defaults?

Kranti Industries sets book closure for 31st AGM on September 28

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Key Highlights
  • Register of members closed from September 22 to 28, 2026
  • Closure determines eligibility for 31st AGM on September 28
  • Filing made pursuant to SEBI LODR Regulation 42
  • Annual report shows FY26 consolidated revenue crossed ₹100 crore
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Kranti Industries has announced that its register of members and share transfer books will remain closed from Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to Monday, September 28, 2026. This closure is to determine the record of shareholders eligible to attend the company's 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM).

The intimation was filed with BSE Limited on September 2, 2026, pursuant to Regulation 42 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Sampada Shekhar Barsawade, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, confirmed the dates in the regulatory filing.

Financial Performance

FY2025-26 marked a landmark year for the precision-engineering company, with consolidated revenue crossing ₹100 crore for the first time in its history. The company also returned to profitability at both standalone and consolidated levels after reporting a loss in FY2024-25.

The following table summarises the standalone and consolidated financial performance for FY2025-26 versus FY2024-25 (₹ in lakhs):

Particulars Standalone FY26 Standalone FY25 Consolidated FY26 Consolidated FY25
Revenue from Operations 9,388.44 7,221.19 10,044.63 7,848.56
Total Revenue 9,559.91 7,308.08 10,179.81 7,918.54
EBITDA 1,244.26 760.03 1,172.79 568.23
Profit/(Loss) Before Tax 346.26 (113.57) 201.35 (445.42)
Profit/(Loss) After Tax 259.47 (75.39) 155.85 (308.41)

On a standalone basis, gross revenue stood at ₹93.88 crore with EBITDA of ₹12.44 crore and net profit of ₹2.60 crore. Consolidated revenue stood at ₹101.80 crore, while consolidated EBITDA reached ₹11.73 crore. Consolidated ROCE was 5.90% and the debt-to-equity ratio stood at 1.09.

Key Financial Ratios (Standalone)

Ratio FY26 FY25
Current Ratio (times) 1.02 1.09
Debt-Equity Ratio (times) 0.91 0.87
Interest Coverage Ratio (times) 1.92 0.66
Net Profit Margin (%) 0.03 (0.01)
Return on Average Net Worth (%) 0.06 (0.02)

Historical Revenue and Profitability Trends (Standalone, ₹ in lakhs)

Fiscal Year Revenue EBITDA Margin (%) PAT
FY22 9,183.28 9.4 210.36
FY23 9,139.73 10.1 206.38
FY24 8,333.14 12.4 111.04
FY25 7,221.19 10.5 (75.40)
FY26 9,388.40 13.3 259.50

Strategic Milestones in FY2025-26

Several strategic developments defined the year:

  • Fourth manufacturing facility commissioned: Plant 4 at Sargoth, Rajasthan (approximately 35,160 sq. ft.) commenced commercial operations on January 1, 2026, and was operating at approximately 55% capacity utilisation. The facility is equipped with more than 45 advanced CNC machines.
  • Defence sector entry: The company entered the defence sector through business engagements with Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL).
  • Joint venture incorporated: KRAKO Precision Private Limited, a joint venture with the Kores Group, was incorporated in October 2025 for machining of critical casting components. The company invested ₹87.50 lakhs for a 35% equity stake. The Phase 1 facility at Halol, Gujarat commenced commercial production from Q1 of FY2026-27.
  • Preciso Metall disinvestment: The company transferred 8,00,000 equity shares of Preciso Metall Private Limited, reducing its stake from 59.84% to 47.66%, causing Preciso Metall to cease being a subsidiary and become an associate with effect from March 27, 2026.
  • Share capital increase: The paid-up share capital increased from ₹12,51,04,000 to ₹12,76,04,000 following allotment of 2,50,000 equity shares upon conversion of convertible warrants at ₹80 per share.

Revenue Mix and Operational Highlights

Kranti Industries serves customers across automotive (69.05%), construction (14.11%), industrial (13.86%), infrastructure (2.95%), and defence (0.02%) segments. The company operates four manufacturing facilities with more than 120 advanced CNC and multi-axis machining centres and reported a total workforce of 507 employees with an employee retention rate of 98.06%.

During FY2025-26, the company developed and commercialised 12 new products, with another 15 at various stages of development. Nearly 90% of production lines at the Pune facilities are digitally connected under Smart Factory initiatives. Foreign exchange earnings for the year amounted to approximately ₹397.97 lakhs.

AGM and Corporate Actions

The 31st AGM is scheduled for September 28, 2026, at 3:30 pm at the company's registered office in Pirangut, Pune. Key resolutions include adoption of standalone and consolidated financial statements, re-appointment of Smt. Indubala Subhash Vora (DIN: 02018226) as a director retiring by rotation, revision in remuneration of Mr. Sachin Subhash Vora (DIN: 02002468) as Chairman & Managing Director and Mr. Sumit Subhash Vora (DIN: 02002416) as Whole-Time Director, and approval for mortgage creation and borrowing limits up to ₹300 crore. The e-voting period runs from September 24 to September 27, 2026.

The statutory audit was conducted by M/s. GMCS & Co., Chartered Accountants, who issued an unmodified opinion on both standalone and consolidated financial statements. The secretarial audit was undertaken by M/s. H. J. Patel & Co., Company Secretaries.

Historical Stock Returns for Kranti Industries

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How will the newly commissioned Plant 4 in Rajasthan impact Kranti Industries' capacity utilization and margins as it scales beyond the current 55% level?

What is the expected revenue contribution from the defence sector in FY2027-28, given the recent entry via engagements with Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL)?

Will the proposed borrowing limit of up to ₹300 crore be utilized for further capacity expansion or debt restructuring, and how might this affect the company's current debt-to-equity ratio of 1.09?

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