Mentor Capital and Alpana Dangi Boost Stake in Authum Investment to 74.28%
Mentor Capital Limited and Alpana Dangi have increased their combined stake in Authum Investment and Infrastructure Limited from 71.54% to 74.28%. The acquisition of 46,61,309 additional shares through open market purchases on August 14, 2025, resulted in a 2.74% increase in their shareholding. After the transaction, Alpana Dangi holds 65.30% and Mentor Capital Limited holds 3.49% of the company's shares, with 6.24% being encumbered shares. The company's total equity share capital remains at Rs. 16,98,45,100.

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Authum Investment and Infrastructure Limited has seen a significant increase in the stake held by Mentor Capital Limited and Alpana Dangi, strengthening their position as major shareholders. The transaction, which took place on August 14, 2025, involved the acquisition of an additional 46,61,309 shares through open market purchases.
Stake Increase Details
The combined shareholding of Mentor Capital and Alpana Dangi in Authum Investment has risen from 71.54% to 74.28% of the company's total voting rights, representing an increase of 2.74%.
Shareholding Breakdown
Before the transaction:
Shareholder | Shares Held | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Total holding | 12,14,99,996 | 71.54% |
After the acquisition:
Shareholder | Shares Held | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Alpana Dangi | 11,09,09,060 | 65.30% |
Mentor Capital Limited | 59,29,627 | 3.49% |
Total holding | 11,68,38,687 | 68.79% |
Encumbered shares | - | 6.24% |
Combined total | - | 74.28% |
Transaction Specifics
- Date of acquisition: August 14, 2025
- Mode of acquisition: Open market purchase
- Cost of acquisition: 2.74% of the total voting capital
Company Information
Authum Investment's equity share capital remains unchanged at Rs. 16,98,45,100, divided into 169,845,100 shares of Re. 1 each. The company's shares are listed on both the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited.
Regulatory Compliance
This acquisition has been reported in compliance with Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The disclosure, dated August 16, 2025, provides transparency regarding the change in shareholding structure of the company.
The move by Mentor Capital and Alpana Dangi to increase their stake in Authum Investment reflects a strategic decision to strengthen their position in the company. As major shareholders, their actions will likely be closely watched by other investors and market analysts.