Viji Finance EGM Approves ₹35.70 Crore Warrant Issuance with 99.99% Shareholder Support
Viji Finance Limited conducted an EGM on April 23, 2026, approving the issuance of 12,75,00,000 warrants worth ₹35.70 crore to non-promoter investors. The special resolution received 99.99% approval with 71,062,717 votes polled. The warrants are priced at ₹2.80 each, convertible into equity shares within 18 months, with 25% payable at allotment and 75% upon conversion.

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Viji Finance Limited held its Extra Ordinary General Meeting (EGM) on Thursday, April 23, 2026, through video conference and other audio-visual means in compliance with circulars issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and the Securities and Exchange Board of India. The meeting commenced at 11:33 A.M. IST and concluded at 11:42 A.M., with the Registered Office deemed as the venue for proceedings. A total of 36 members attended through VC/OAVM out of 62,937 members as on the cut-off date of April 16, 2026.
Meeting Leadership and Attendance
Mr. Ashish Verma, Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, was appointed as Chairman for the meeting as Mr. Vijay Kothari, Chairman & Managing Director, participated virtually due to health issues. The following directors and key management personnel were present:
| S. No. | Name of the Directors | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Vijay Kothari | Chairman & Managing Director |
| 2 | Ms. Sakshi Chourasiya | Independent Director, Chairperson of Audit, NRC and SRC Committee |
| 3 | Ms. Palak Malviya | Independent Director |
| 4 | Mr. Ashish Verma | Non-Executive Non-Independent Director |
| 5 | Ms. Stuti Sinha | Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
| 6 | Mr. Siddhant Sharma | Chief Financial Officer |
Warrant Issuance Details
The EGM considered and approved one special resolution for the issuance of 12,75,00,000 warrants convertible into equity shares of Re.1/- each on a preferential basis to non-promoter/other persons. The key terms of the warrant issuance are as follows:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Warrants: | 12,75,00,000 |
| Issue Price per Warrant: | ₹2.80 |
| Total Issue Size: | ₹35,70,00,000 |
| Face Value: | ₹1.00 per equity share |
| Nature of Consideration: | Cash |
| Conversion Period: | 18 months from allotment date |
Voting Results and Compliance
Following the EGM, the company submitted comprehensive voting results to BSE, NSE, and the Calcutta Stock Exchange under Regulation 44(3) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. The voting process was scrutinized by Mr. L.N. Joshi, Practicing Company Secretary (FCS: 5201), who was appointed as scrutinizer on March 24, 2026.
| Voting Category: | Votes in Favor | Votes Against | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Promoter and Promoter Group: | 67,944,002 | 0 | 100.00% |
| Public Non-Institutions: | 3,111,395 | 7,320 | 99.77% |
| Overall Result: | 71,055,397 | 7,320 | 99.99% |
Remote e-voting commenced at 9:00 a.m. IST on Monday, April 20, 2026, and concluded at 5:00 p.m. IST on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Out of 142,500,000 total shares, 71,062,717 votes were polled, representing 49.87% of the outstanding shares.
Major Investors and Allocation
The warrants have been allocated to 22 non-promoter investors, with the largest allocations going to:
| Investor Name: | Warrant Allocation | Consideration Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Vicky R. Jhaveri Huf | 1,30,00,000 | 3,64,00,000 |
| Rajesh Nanubhai Jhaveri Huf | 1,30,00,000 | 3,64,00,000 |
| Harsha Rajesh Jhaveri | 1,30,00,000 | 3,64,00,000 |
| Manoj Chhaganlal Rathod | 1,00,00,000 | 2,80,00,000 |
Warrant Terms and Conditions
Each warrant is convertible into one equity share within eighteen months from the date of allotment. An amount equivalent to 25% of the consideration shall be payable at the time of subscription and allotment of warrants, while the remaining 75% shall be payable upon exercise of options. In the event that proposed allottees do not exercise the option for equity shares against any warrants within the eighteen-month period, the unexercised warrants shall lapse, and the consideration paid shall be forfeited by the company.
The voting results and consolidated scrutinizer report have been uploaded on the company's website at www.vijifinance.com and on CDSL's website at www.evotingindia.com for public access.
Historical Stock Returns for Viji Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +3.14% | +20.86% | +43.80% | +33.11% | +53.31% | +720.83% |
How will the ₹35.7 crore capital infusion impact Viji Finance's expansion plans and market positioning in the competitive finance sector?
What factors might influence the conversion rate of the 12.75 crore warrants within the 18-month exercise period?
Could this preferential warrant issuance to non-promoters signal a potential change in Viji Finance's ownership structure or strategic direction?

































