Jinesh Pandav group acquires 74.40% stake in Shantai Industries from exiting promoters
Promoter Vasudev Fatandas Sawlani and his PACs exited Shantai Industries by selling their entire 74.40% stake (55,80,000 shares) to Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav and his group. The off-market transaction, executed on August 17, 2026, transferred control to Radhe Dhokla Private Limited and associates, who acquired 66.40% and 9.00% respectively, leaving the original promoters with zero holding.

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Promoter Vasudev Fatandas Sawlani and his associated Persons Acting in Concert (PACs) have exited Shantai Industries Limited completely, selling their entire stake of 55,80,000 equity shares to Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav and his associated entities. The off-market transaction, executed on August 17, 2026, accounted for 74.40% of the company’s total voting capital, leaving the promoter group with a zero percent holding and transferring majority control to the new acquirer group.
The sale was conducted pursuant to a Share Purchase Agreement under Regulation 29(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Prior to the transaction, the promoter group held 55,80,000 shares carrying voting rights, representing 74.40% of the total share capital. No shares were encumbered by pledge or lien before or after the sale.
Transaction Details
The consolidated disclosure outlines the specific contributions from each promoter family member involved in the divestment and the corresponding acquisition by the new entity group.
| Seller Name | Category | Shares Sold | % of Voting Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vasudev Fatandas Sawlani | Promoter | 18,60,000 | 24.80% |
| Murlibhai Fatandas Sawlani | Promoter | 12,00,000 | 16.00% |
| Harishbhai Fatandas Sawlani | Promoter | 12,00,000 | 16.00% |
| Disha Murlidhar Sawlani | Promoter | 6,60,000 | 8.80% |
| Reena Harish Sawlani | Promoter | 6,60,000 | 8.80% |
| Total | 55,80,000 | 74.40% |
Vasudev Fatandas Sawlani, identified as the primary promoter, disposed of the largest block at 18,60,000 shares (24.80%). The remaining three promoters—Murlibhai Fatandas Sawlani, Harishbhai Fatandas Sawlani, Disha Murlidhar Sawlani, and Reena Harish Sawlani—sold equal or proportional blocks totaling 37,20,000 shares.
New Acquirer Group Details
The shares were acquired by Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav and his Persons Acting in Concert (PACs), who did not hold any stake in the company prior to this transaction. The acquisition was made through an off-market transfer pursuant to a Share Purchase Agreement.
| Acquirer Name | Category | Shares Acquired | % of Voting Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radhe Dhokla Private Limited | Acquirer | 49,80,000 | 66.40% |
| Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav | Acquirer | 3,75,000 | 5.00% |
| Dishant Kanubhai Pandav | PAC | 75,000 | 1.00% |
| Nikunj Vijaybhai Prajapati | PAC | 75,000 | 1.00% |
| Pradipkumar Vijaybhai Pandav | PAC | 75,000 | 1.00% |
| Total | 55,80,000 | 74.40% |
Radhe Dhokla Private Limited acquired the largest block at 49,80,000 shares (66.40%), followed by Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav with 3,75,000 shares (5.00%). The remaining PACs acquired smaller blocks of 75,000 shares each.
Capital Structure Impact
The total equity share capital of Shantai Industries Limited remains unchanged at 75,00,000 equity shares of ₹2 each. The off-market nature of the transaction means the shares were transferred directly between parties rather than through open market trading. The disclosure was submitted to BSE Limited and the company on August 19, 2026.
What strategic changes or operational restructuring does the new majority owner, Jinesh Kanaiyalal Pandav, plan to implement at Shantai Industries?
How might this complete promoter exit and change in control impact Shantai Industries' credit ratings and future debt financing capabilities?
Are there any pending regulatory approvals or open market offer (OMO) obligations triggered by this substantial acquisition under SEBI Takeover Regulations?




























