Lehar Footwears promoter stake rises to 20.01% via inheritance
Naresh Kumar Agarwal, a promoter of Lehar Footwears Limited, increased his stake to 20.01% by acquiring 20,19,170 shares through inheritance from the late Mr. Ramesh Chand Agarwal. The transaction, disclosed to BSE on May 30, 2026, was executed under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI Takeover Regulations. Prior to this, the acquirer held an 8.59% stake.

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Naresh Kumar Agarwal, a promoter of Lehar Footwears Limited , has increased his shareholding to 20.01% following the transmission of 20,19,170 equity shares. The shares were inherited from the late Mr. Ramesh Chand Agarwal, as disclosed in a regulatory filing submitted to BSE Limited on May 30, 2026. This transaction alters the promoter's control within the footwear manufacturer, bringing his total voting rights ownership above the 20% threshold.
The disclosure was made in compliance with Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Prior to this acquisition, Naresh Kumar Agarwal held 15,18,566 shares, which accounted for 8.59% of the total share capital. The transmission of shares occurred on May 29, 2026, effectively doubling the acquirer's stake in the company.
Shareholding Details
The filing outlines the specific changes in the acquirer's holding before and after the transaction. The total equity share capital of Lehar Footwears Limited remains Rs.17,67,87,990, divided into 1,76,78,799 equity shares of Rs. 10 each. There were no changes to the company's diluted share capital or encumbered shares as a result of this transfer.
| Parameter | Shares Held | % of Total Share Capital |
|---|---|---|
| Holding Before Acquisition | ||
| Shares carrying voting rights | 15,18,566 | 8.59% |
| Acquisition Details | ||
| Shares acquired via transmission | 20,19,170 | 11.42% |
| Holding After Acquisition | ||
| Shares carrying voting rights | 35,37,736 | 20.01% |
Transaction Overview
The mode of acquisition was specifically recorded as transmission of shares through inheritance. Naresh Kumar Agarwal confirmed that no other instruments, such as warrants or convertible securities, were involved in the transaction. The acquirer also confirmed that there were no voting rights held otherwise than by shares, nor were there any shares encumbered before or after the acquisition.
The disclosure confirms that the total diluted share and voting capital of the target company remains unchanged at 1,76,78,799 equity shares. The filing was signed and submitted by Naresh Kumar Agarwal in his capacity as a promoter, with the place of recording noted as Jaipur.
Historical Stock Returns for Lehar Footwears
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.75% | -4.65% | +7.40% | +9.87% | +5.10% | +791.80% |
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