NewsCorporate ActionsManju Bothra Acquires 21.63% Stake in Classic Leasing & Finance Through Preferential AllotmentManju Bothra Acquires 21.63% Stake in Classic Leasing & Finance Through Preferential Allotment
Manju Bothra acquired 26,50,000 equity shares representing 21.63% stake in Classic Leasing & Finance Limited through preferential allotment on January 09, 2026. This acquisition increased her total shareholding from 2.63% to 22.28%, making her a substantial shareholder. The transaction expanded the company's equity capital from ₹3.00 crores to ₹12.25 crores, with the total share count increasing from 30,00,200 to 1,22,50,200 equity shares of ₹10.00 each.
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Manju Bothra has acquired a substantial stake in Classic Leasing & Finance Limited through a preferential allotment of equity shares, as disclosed in a regulatory filing dated January 13, 2026. The acquisition represents a significant increase in her shareholding position in the Kolkata-based financial services company.
Share Acquisition Details
The transaction involved the allotment of 26,50,000 fully paid-up equity shares, representing 21.63% of the company's total equity and voting share capital. The shares were allotted on January 09, 2026, through a preferential allotment mechanism.
| Transaction Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares Acquired: | 26,50,000 equity shares |
| Acquisition Percentage: | 21.63% |
| Mode of Acquisition: | Preferential Allotment |
| Allotment Date: | January 09, 2026 |
| Share Face Value: | ₹10.00 per share |
Shareholding Pattern Changes
Prior to this acquisition, Manju Bothra held 79,000 equity shares, representing 2.63% of the company's share capital. Following the preferential allotment, her total shareholding has increased substantially to 27,29,000 shares, representing 22.28% of the expanded share capital.
| Shareholding Position: | Before Acquisition | After Acquisition | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Shares: | 79,000 | 27,29,000 | +26,50,000 |
| Percentage Holding: | 2.63% | 22.28% | +19.65% |
| Voting Rights: | 2.63% | 22.28% | +19.65% |
Company Capital Structure Impact
The preferential allotment has significantly expanded Classic Leasing & Finance Limited's equity capital base. The company's total equity capital increased from ₹3.00 crores divided into 30,00,200 equity shares to ₹12.25 crores divided into 1,22,50,200 equity shares of ₹10.00 each.
| Capital Structure: | Pre-Allotment | Post-Allotment |
|---|---|---|
| Total Equity Capital: | ₹3.00 crores | ₹12.25 crores |
| Number of Shares: | 30,00,200 | 1,22,50,200 |
| Face Value per Share: | ₹10.00 | ₹10.00 |
Regulatory Compliance
The disclosure was made under Regulation 29(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. Manju Bothra, identified as belonging to the promoter group, filed the necessary documentation with BSE Limited and The Calcutta Stock Exchange Limited, where the company's shares are listed under scrip codes 540481 and 013099 respectively.
The transaction establishes Manju Bothra as a significant stakeholder in Classic Leasing & Finance Limited, with her shareholding now exceeding the substantial acquisition threshold requiring regulatory disclosure.
Historical Stock Returns for Classic Leasing & Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0% | 0.0% | -4.10% | +54.92% | +44.58% | +121.93% |
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