Simplex Mills Confirms Newspaper Publication for May 6 EGM on Plant Disposal
Simplex Mills Company Limited has confirmed publication of newspaper advertisements for its May 6, 2026 EGM to seek shareholder approval for disposing closed textile plant land in Maharashtra. The company published notices in Financial Express and Mahasagar Akola on April 14, 2026, completing regulatory compliance requirements.

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Simplex Mills Company Limited has confirmed the publication of newspaper advertisements for its extraordinary general meeting (EGM) scheduled for May 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM through Video Conferencing to seek shareholder approval for disposing of its closed textile plant land in Maharashtra. The company submitted the formal disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations on April 14, 2026.
Newspaper Publication Compliance
The company has fulfilled its regulatory obligation by publishing EGM notices in designated newspapers as required under the Companies Act, 2013. The advertisements were published to ensure proper communication with shareholders regarding the upcoming meeting.
| Publication Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| English Newspaper: | Financial Express |
| Regional Newspaper: | Mahasagar Akola (Marathi) |
| Publication Date: | April 14, 2026 |
| Website Availability: | https://simplex-group.com/ |
EGM Schedule and E-Voting Framework
The extraordinary general meeting will be conducted through Video Conferencing and Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM) facility provided by National Securities Depository Limited. The company has established a comprehensive e-voting framework to facilitate shareholder participation:
| E-Voting Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Remote E-Voting Period: | May 3, 2026 (9:00 AM) to May 5, 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Cut-off Date: | April 29, 2026 |
| Meeting Capacity: | 1,000 members (first-come-first-served basis) |
| E-Voting Provider: | National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) |
Plant Disposal Details and Financial Impact
The proposed disposal involves the closed textile plant located at Plot No 16, field Survey No 79 in Usha Nagar, Mouje-Shivani, Taluka, District, Akola-444104, Maharashtra. The plant was officially closed following approval from the Commissioner of Labour, Maharashtra State, Mumbai on September 25, 2008, after the company complied with statutory requirements for closure compensation to workers and staff.
| Plant Status: | Current Position |
|---|---|
| Plant Closure Date: | September 25, 2008 |
| Machinery Status: | Already disposed of |
| Remaining Asset: | Land only |
| Revenue (FY 2024-2025): | Rs. 0.00 |
| Net Worth (March 31, 2025): | Rs. -34,782.81 thousand |
Regulatory Compliance and Approval Process
The disposal requires shareholder approval under Section 180(1)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013, as it constitutes disposal of substantially the whole undertaking. The board approved this proposal on April 7, 2026, and published newspaper advertisements on April 14, 2026, in Financial Express (English) and Mahasagar Akola (Marathi) to comply with regulatory requirements.
| Compliance Requirement: | Status |
|---|---|
| Board Approval: | Completed (April 7, 2026) |
| Newspaper Publication: | Completed (April 14, 2026) |
| Shareholder Approval: | Pending (May 6, 2026) |
| Related Party Transaction: | No |
Shareholder Participation Guidelines
Simplex Mills has appointed Binit Kumar (Membership No. FCS 10859/CP No.21698), Practicing Company Secretary, as Scrutinizer for conducting the remote e-voting process. Shareholders can access the EGM through NSDL's e-voting platform, with detailed login instructions provided for both demat and physical shareholding modes. The company has made the EGM notice available on its website at www.simplex-group.com and will communicate results within two days of the meeting conclusion.
What is the estimated market value of the Maharashtra textile plant land and how will the proceeds be utilized to address the company's negative net worth of Rs. 34.78 crores?
Will Simplex Mills consider exiting the textile business entirely or pivot to other sectors given the prolonged closure since 2008?
How might the land disposal impact Simplex Mills' credit rating and ability to secure future financing for business operations?

























