Bhatia Communications Promoter Group Member Acquires 25 Lakh Shares Through Warrant Conversion

Bhatia comms & retail has disclosed a substantial acquisition of shares by promoter group member Hema Sanjeev Bhatia, who acquired 25,00,000 equity shares through warrant conversion on March 9, 2026. The transaction was executed through preferential allotment pursuant to conversion of warrants, resulting in a significant increase in her shareholding percentage.

Share Acquisition Details

The acquisition involved 25,00,000 shares carrying voting rights, representing 1.78% of the company's total share capital. This transaction was completed through preferential allotment pursuant to conversion of warrants, demonstrating the promoter group's continued commitment to the company.

Parameter	Before Acquisition	Acquisition	After Acquisition
Shares Held	12,22,660	25,00,000	37,22,660
Percentage Holding	0.94%	1.78%	2.65%
Total Voting Capital	0.94%	1.78%	2.65%

Impact on Company's Share Capital

The warrant conversion resulted in an expansion of the company's equity base. The total equity share capital increased from 13,01,52,000 shares to 14,06,52,000 equity shares of Rs. 1 each following this transaction.

Metric	Details
Equity Capital Before	13,01,52,000 shares of Rs. 1 each
Equity Capital After	14,06,52,000 shares of Rs. 1 each
Acquisition Date	March 9, 2026
Disclosure Date	March 11, 2026

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made in strict compliance with Regulation 29(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Hema Sanjeev Bhatia, identified as a promoter group member, submitted the required documentation to BSE Limited and the company on March 11, 2026.

Promoter Group Profile

Hema Sanjeev Bhatia is based in Surat, Gujarat, and holds the position of acquirer within the promoter group structure. The acquisition demonstrates the promoter group's confidence in the company's prospects and their willingness to increase their stake through available conversion opportunities.

The transaction was completed without any encumbrances, pledges, or liens on the acquired shares. No voting rights were acquired through means other than equity shares, and no additional warrants or convertible securities were involved in this particular transaction.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
+3.71%	+4.78%	-2.48%	-28.48%	-14.10%	+198.32%

Bhatia comms & retail (India) Limited has declared its 3rd interim dividend for the third quarter of financial year 2025-26, offering shareholders Re. 0.01 per equity share. The announcement was made following a Board of Directors meeting held on February 13, 2026.

Dividend Declaration Details

The Board meeting took place at 10:00 AM at the company's registered office located at 132, Dr. Ambedkar Shopping Centre, Ring Road, Surat-395002 Gujarat. The dividend declaration was made in compliance with Regulation 30 and 43 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Parameter:	Details
Dividend Amount:	Re. 0.01 per equity share
Dividend Percentage:	1%
Face Value:	Rs. 1 per equity share
Quarter:	Q3 FY 2025-26
Meeting Date:	February 13, 2026

Regulatory Compliance

The company has informed BSE Limited about this dividend declaration as part of its regulatory obligations. The communication was addressed to BSE Limited at Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Dalal Street, Mumbai, referencing the company's scrip details including ISIN INE341Z01025 and BSE code 540956.

Payment Timeline

According to the company's announcement, the dividend will be paid to eligible shareholders within the time prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013. The declaration was signed by Chintikaben Hasmukhbhai Shah, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, from the company's Surat office.

This marks the third interim dividend payment by Bhatia Communications & Retail for the current financial year, demonstrating the company's commitment to regular shareholder returns during FY 2025-26.