Ambuja Cements Issues Postal Ballot Notice for Material Related Party Transactions Worth ₹31,600 Crore
Ambuja Cements Limited has issued a postal ballot notice dated January 30, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related party transactions totaling ₹31,600 crore with subsidiaries ACC Limited (₹27,500 crore) and Orient Cement Limited (₹4,100 crore) for FY 2026-27. The transactions include purchase/sale of cement, clinker, raw materials, power, services, and inter-corporate deposits. E-voting will be conducted from March 3, 2026 to April 1, 2026, with the cut-off date set as February 27, 2026.

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Ambuja Cements Limited has issued a postal ballot notice seeking shareholder approval for material related party transactions with its subsidiaries ACC Limited and Orient Cement Limited for Financial Year 2026-27. The notice, dated January 30, 2026, outlines transactions worth a total of ₹31,600 crore across both subsidiaries.
Transaction Details with ACC Limited
The company is seeking consolidated approval of ₹27,500 crore for transactions with ACC Limited, which includes:
| Transaction Category | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MSA Transactions | ₹22,000 crore | Purchase/sale of cement, clinker, raw materials, power, services |
| Inter-corporate Deposits | ₹5,500 crore | Financial assistance including interest |
| Total | ₹27,500 crore | Consolidated approval amount |
The Master Supply Agreement and Master Service Agreement transactions cover purchase and sale of cement, clinker, raw materials related to cement and clinker, Ready-Mix Concrete, power, admixture and building material solutions, aggregates, stores and spares, along with rendering and receiving services, lease arrangements, and reimbursement of expenses.
Transaction Details with Orient Cement Limited
For Orient Cement Limited, the company seeks approval for ₹4,100 crore in transactions:
| Transaction Category | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| MSA Transactions | ₹3,000 crore | Similar product and service transactions |
| Inter-corporate Deposits | ₹1,100 crore | Financial assistance including interest |
| Total | ₹4,100 crore | Consolidated approval amount |
E-Voting Process and Timeline
The postal ballot will be conducted exclusively through electronic voting, with the following schedule:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Date | Friday, February 27, 2026 |
| E-voting Commencement | Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (9:00 a.m. IST) |
| E-voting End | Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (5:00 p.m. IST) |
| Service Provider | Central Depository Services (India) Limited |
| Scrutinizer | Mr. Chirag Shah, Practicing Company Secretary |
Financial Context and Rationale
The proposed transactions represent significant percentages of the company's consolidated turnover. For ACC Limited, the transactions constitute 81.61% of Ambuja's annual consolidated turnover for the immediately preceding financial year, while Orient Cement transactions represent 12.16%.
The company has obtained arm's length opinions from independent external firms confirming that the proposed terms meet arm's length testing criteria. The transactions are designed to maximize synergies between group entities, ensure reliable supply chains, optimize logistics, and support the planned increase in total cement manufacturing capacity to 155 MTPA by FY 2027-28.
Regulatory Compliance
The postal ballot notice complies with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and follows the framework provided under various MCA circulars. The notice is being sent electronically to members whose email addresses are registered with the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUFG Intime India Private Limited, and the depositories NSDL and CDSL.
The results of the postal ballot will be submitted to stock exchanges within two working days from the conclusion of the e-voting period and will be available on the company's website and CDSL's website.
Historical Stock Returns for Ambuja Cements
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.93% | -4.15% | -7.80% | -14.32% | +4.46% | +76.59% |


































