Aditya Birla Real Estate's Joint Venture Closes Operations, Sells Assets for Rs. 54.11 Crores
Aditya Birla Real Estate and Grasim Industries' joint venture, Birla Advanced Knits Private Limited (BAKPL), is closing operations due to non-viability. All plant, machinery, and related assets are being sold to RSWM Limited for Rs. 54.11 crores. The closure, effective October 13, 2025, comes after a Rs. 114 crore equity investment in FY2024-25. Economic disadvantages and high operational costs were cited as reasons for the closure.

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Aditya Birla Real Estate , in a joint venture with Grasim Industries Ltd., has announced the closure of operations for Birla Advanced Knits Private Limited (BAKPL) and the sale of its assets. This strategic decision addresses the non-viability of its knit fabric business.
Key Details of the Asset Sale
Aspect | Details |
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Buyer | RSWM Limited |
Assets Sold | All plant and machinery, accessories, and spares |
Sale Amount | Rs. 54.11 crores |
Agreement Date | October 13, 2025 |
Closure Date | Effective close of business hours on October 13, 2025 |
Reasons for Closure
The joint venture cited two primary reasons for discontinuing its operations:
- Economic disadvantages
- High operational costs
These factors rendered the knit fabric business non-viable, leading to the decision to cease operations and sell the assets.
Financial Context
Aditya Birla Real Estate had made a significant investment in the joint venture:
- Equity investment: Rs. 114.00 crores
- Investment period: Financial year 2024-25
The company had previously communicated about the business's non-viability in its yearly results for FY2024-25 and quarterly results for the period ended June 30, 2025.
Regulatory Compliance
In compliance with Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015, Aditya Birla Real Estate has duly informed the stock exchanges about this development. The company has also made this information available on its official website.
This move by BAKPL reflects the challenging economic conditions in the knit fabric sector and demonstrates the parent companies' responsiveness to market realities. The sale of assets to RSWM Limited may potentially allow for a more efficient allocation of resources within the Aditya Birla Group's diverse portfolio of businesses.
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