Waaree Energies promoters transfer 18.34% stake to family trust
- C.T. Doshi Family Trust indirectly acquires 18.34% stake in Waaree Energies
- Transfer involves 5,27,67,331 shares via gift from promoter Chimanlal Doshi
- SEBI exempts deal from open offer obligations citing succession planning
- Aggregate promoter holding remains steady at 64.22%
- Public shareholding unchanged at 35.78%

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Waaree Energies promoters have completed an inter se transfer of shares to the C.T. Doshi Family Trust, consolidating control within the promoter group without altering public shareholding.
The trust acquired 1,99,999 equity shares of Waaree Sustainable Finance Private Limited (WSFPL) from promoter Chimanlal Tribhuvandas Doshi on August 6, 2026. This transaction constitutes an indirect acquisition of 5,27,67,331 equity shares, representing 18.34% of the listed entity's total equity share capital.
Transaction Details
The transfer was executed as a gift between qualifying persons under Regulation 10(1)(a)(ii) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The acquirer paid no consideration for the shares.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Acquirer | C.T. Doshi Family Trust |
| Transferor | Chimanlal Tribhuvandas Doshi |
| Indirect Stake Acquired | 18.34% (5,27,67,331 shares) |
| Date of Acquisition | August 6, 2026 |
| Consideration | Nil (Gift) |
SEBI granted an exemption from open offer obligations under Regulations 3, 4, and 5 vide Order WTM/KCV/CFD/05/2026-27 dated July 3, 2026. The regulator noted that the transfer serves succession planning purposes for the 91-year-old settlor and does not change beneficial ownership or control.
What the Numbers Show
The aggregate promoter group shareholding remains unchanged at 64.22% post-transaction. The public shareholding stands at 35.78%, ensuring continued compliance with minimum public holding requirements. The restructuring shifts legal title to the trust while keeping beneficial interest within the immediate family members who serve as trustees and beneficiaries.
Historical Stock Returns for Waaree Energies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.45% | -2.48% | -4.13% | -2.79% | -19.68% | 0.0% |
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