NCLT Permits Lead Applicant Substitution in Minority Shareholder Petition Against Jindal Poly Films
Jindal Poly Films Limited disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR that the NCLT, Principal Bench, New Delhi, on May 7, 2026, permitted the substitution of M/s Monet Securities Pvt Ltd as lead applicant in Company Petition No. 58/245/PB/2024, replacing the original petitioners Mr. Ankit Jain & Ors. The company confirmed the procedural change does not affect the merits of the case, no penalties or non-compliances were identified, and financial implications remain sub-judice.

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Jindal Poly Films Limited has disclosed, under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, that the Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Principal Bench, New Delhi, in its hearing held on May 7, 2026, allowed the substitution of a new shareholder as lead applicant in an ongoing minority shareholder petition. The disclosure was made on May 8, 2026, and is in continuation of the company's earlier disclosure dated April 10, 2026.
Background of the Petition
The petition in question, Company Petition No. 58/245/PB/2024, was originally filed by Mr. Ankit Jain & Ors., minority shareholders of Jindal Poly Films Limited. Following the exit of the original lead applicant and two other co-applicants from the case, the NCLT permitted the substitution of a new shareholder as the lead applicant to continue the proceedings.
Key Development: Substitution of Lead Applicant
The NCLT order dated May 7, 2026, directed that M/s Monet Securities Pvt Ltd be substituted as the relevant lead applicant in place of the earlier lead applicant and other applicants. The company has noted that this procedural change does not affect the merits of the ongoing case. As of the date of disclosure, the company had not yet received a copy of the formal NCLT order.
The key details of the NCLT communication, as disclosed by the company under Annexure A, are summarised below:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Petition Number: | Company Petition No. 58/245/PB/2024 |
| Original Petitioners: | Mr. Ankit Jain & Ors. (minority shareholders) |
| Date of NCLT Hearing: | May 7, 2026 |
| Authority: | NCLT, Principal Bench, New Delhi |
| Nature of Order: | Substitution of new shareholder as lead applicant |
| New Lead Applicant: | M/s Monet Securities Pvt Ltd |
| Financial Implications: | Matter currently sub-judice |
| Penalty/Sanction Imposed: | None |
| Non-compliances Identified: | None |
Company's Response and Next Steps
Jindal Poly Films has stated that it is examining the directions issued by the NCLT and will take such steps as may be considered appropriate. The company has also confirmed that no penalty, restriction, or sanction has been imposed pursuant to this communication, and no non-compliances have been identified by the authority. The expected financial implications on the company remain undetermined as the matter is currently sub-judice.
The disclosure was signed by Rashmi Gupta, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (FCS 8616), on May 8, 2026, from New Delhi, affirming that the information provided is true, correct, and complete to the best of her knowledge and belief.
Historical Stock Returns for Jindal Poly Films
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.95% | -2.07% | -16.54% | +27.54% | +10.00% | -14.10% |
What specific allegations or grievances does M/s Monet Securities Pvt Ltd intend to pursue as the new lead applicant, and could these differ materially from the original petition filed by Mr. Ankit Jain & Ors.?
How might the outcome of this minority shareholder petition impact Jindal Poly Films' corporate governance practices or future capital allocation decisions?
What precedent does the NCLT's allowance of lead applicant substitution set for other ongoing minority shareholder petitions in Indian corporate law?


































