Vikram Kamats Hospitality Promoter Dr. Vikram V. Kamat Acquires 1,20,000 Shares Through Preferential Allotment
Dr. Vikram V. Kamat, promoter of Vikram Kamats Hospitality Limited, acquired 1,20,000 equity shares through preferential allotment on April 15, 2026, increasing his shareholding from 8.15% to 8.46%. The transaction expanded the company's equity share capital from Rs. 17,43,38,650 to Rs. 18,19,91,900, with total equity shares increasing to 1,81,99,190 shares of Rs. 10 face value each. The disclosure was filed under SEBI regulations for substantial acquisition of shares.

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Vikram Kamats Hospitality Limited has received a regulatory disclosure from its promoter Dr. Vikram V. Kamat regarding the substantial acquisition of shares under SEBI regulations. The disclosure was filed on April 16, 2026, with the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited.
Share Acquisition Details
Dr. Vikram V. Kamat acquired 1,20,000 equity shares through preferential allotment on April 15, 2026. The acquisition represents 0.66% of the company's total share capital and diluted share capital.
| Parameter: | Before Acquisition | After Acquisition |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Held: | 14,20,541 | 15,40,541 |
| Shareholding %: | 8.15% | 8.46% |
| Diluted Shareholding %: | 7.79% | 8.46% |
Company Capital Structure Changes
The preferential allotment resulted in an expansion of the company's equity share capital. Prior to the acquisition, the company had an equity share capital of Rs. 17,43,38,650 divided into 1,74,33,865 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value each.
| Capital Structure: | Details |
|---|---|
| Post-Acquisition Capital: | Rs. 18,19,91,900 |
| Total Equity Shares: | 1,81,99,190 |
| Face Value per Share: | Rs. 10 |
Promoter Group Information
Dr. Vikram V. Kamat is identified as a promoter of Vikram Kamats Hospitality Limited, formerly known as Vidli Restaurants Limited. The persons acting in concert with the acquirer include:
- Dr. Vidhi V. Kamat
- Vits Hotels Worldwide Private Limited
- Kamats Worldwide Food Services Private Limited
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 29(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The company's shares are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited. Prior to this acquisition, Dr. Kamat also held 1,20,000 warrants/convertible securities, which represented 0.66% of the diluted share capital.
Historical Stock Returns for Vikram Kamats Hospitality
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.04% | -4.96% | +17.66% | -24.12% | -27.24% | +718.97% |
Will Dr. Vikram Kamat continue increasing his stake through conversion of the remaining 1,20,000 warrants he holds?
What strategic initiatives or expansion plans might the company pursue with the additional capital raised from this preferential allotment?
How will this increased promoter shareholding impact the company's governance structure and minority shareholder interests?


































