Aplab Limited Promoter Releases Pledge on 25,00,000 Equity Shares
Aplab Limited promoter Mrs. Amrita P. Deodhar has released pledge on 25,00,000 equity shares under SEBI regulations on February 10, 2026. The release eliminates her entire encumbered shareholding of 19.89%, while maintaining her total holding of 79,74,364 shares (63.44%). The original pledge with Laxmimanak Finance Pvt. Ltd. was created as collateral for company loans, and its release demonstrates improved financial flexibility for the promoter group.
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Aplab Limited has announced the release of pledge on 25,00,000 equity shares by promoter Mrs. Amrita P. Deodhar, as disclosed under Regulation 31(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The disclosure was made to BSE Limited on February 10, 2026.
Pledge Release Details
The pledge release transaction involves significant changes to the encumbrance status of promoter shareholding in Aplab Limited. Mrs. Amrita P. Deodhar, who serves as both promoter and director of the company, has successfully released the pledge on 25,00,000 equity shares that were previously encumbered with Laxmimanak Finance Pvt. Ltd.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares Released: | 25,00,000 equity shares |
| Release Date: | February 10, 2026 |
| Encumbrance Type: | Pledge |
| Entity Involved: | Laxmimanak Finance Pvt. Ltd. |
| Original Purpose: | Collateral for company loans |
Promoter Shareholding Structure
Following the pledge release, Mrs. Amrita P. Deodhar's shareholding structure has been updated to reflect the change in encumbrance status. Her total shareholding in Aplab Limited remains unchanged, but the encumbered portion has been completely eliminated.
| Shareholding Details: | Before Release | After Release |
|---|---|---|
| Total Shares Held: | 79,74,364 shares | 79,74,364 shares |
| Percentage Holding: | 63.44% | 63.44% |
| Encumbered Shares: | 25,00,000 shares | 0 shares |
| Encumbered Percentage: | 19.89% | 0.00% |
Promoter Group Holdings
The disclosure also provides a comprehensive view of the entire promoter group's shareholding in Aplab Limited. The total promoter group holding stands at 84,97,511 shares, representing 67.60% of the company's total fully paid share capital.
| Promoter Entity: | Shares Held | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Amrita P. Deodhar: | 79,74,364 | 63.44% |
| Prinquick Pvt. Ltd.: | 2,13,562 | 1.70% |
| P.S. Deodhar Foundation Trust: | 2,75,606 | 2.19% |
| Origin Instrumentation Pvt. Ltd.: | 33,979 | 0.27% |
| Total Promoter Group: | 84,97,511 | 67.60% |
Regulatory Compliance
The pledge release has been executed in full compliance with SEBI regulations, with proper disclosure made to the stock exchange. The company has fulfilled its obligation under Regulation 31(2) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011, ensuring transparency in promoter shareholding changes. This release eliminates the encumbrance that was originally created for the purpose of providing collateral for loans taken by the company, thereby freeing up the pledged shares from any restrictions.
Historical Stock Returns for Aplab
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +5.45% | +16.92% | +5.64% | +84.08% | +114.63% | +836.85% |
