Puretrop Fruits Limited Issues Postal Ballot Notice for ₹22 Crore Buyback and CEO Appointment
Puretrop Fruits Limited has issued a postal ballot notice for shareholder approval of a ₹22 crore buyback of 11,00,000 equity shares at ₹200 per share and appointment of Ms. Dipti Motiani as CEO. The e-voting period runs from January 21 to February 19, 2026, with the buyback representing 13.80% of equity capital to be funded through free reserves.

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Puretrop Fruits Limited has issued a comprehensive postal ballot notice dated January 21, 2026, seeking shareholder approval for two significant corporate actions through electronic voting.
Buyback Proposal Details
The company's Board of Directors approved a substantial buyback proposal on January 12, 2026, subject to shareholder consent. The buyback parameters are structured as follows:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Shares: | 11,00,000 (Eleven Lakh) equity shares |
| Face Value: | ₹10.00 per share |
| Buyback Price: | ₹200.00 per share |
| Total Consideration: | ₹22,00,00,000 (Twenty Two Crore) |
| Percentage of Capital: | 13.80% of total issued equity |
| Method: | Tender Offer through Stock Exchange |
The buyback price of ₹200.00 per share represents a premium of 27.51% to the volume weighted average market price during the three months preceding January 7, 2026, and a 23.00% premium over the closing price on January 6, 2026.
Financial Compliance and Funding
Based on the audited interim financial statements as of September 30, 2025, the company demonstrates strong financial compliance:
| Financial Metric: | Amount (₹ in Lakhs) |
|---|---|
| Total Paid-up Equity Capital: | 796.99 |
| Free Reserves: | 11,831.84 |
| Total Capital and Reserves: | 12,628.83 |
| Maximum Permissible Buyback (25%): | 3,157.20 |
| Proposed Buyback Amount: | 2,200.00 |
The buyback represents 17.42% of the aggregate paid-up equity share capital and free reserves, well within the statutory limit of 25%. The company will fund the buyback through free reserves and internal accruals, with no borrowings to be utilized for this purpose.
CEO Appointment Proposal
The second resolution seeks approval for appointing Ms. Dipti Motiani as Chief Executive Officer for a five-year term commencing March 1, 2026. Her compensation structure includes:
| Component: | Details |
|---|---|
| Basic Salary: | ₹10,00,000 per month |
| Maximum Remuneration: | ₹12,00,000 per month |
| Benefits: | PF, Superannuation, Gratuity |
| Term: | 5 years from March 1, 2026 |
Ms. Dipti Motiani brings significant credentials, holding a Post-Graduate degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and a Bachelor's degree from Nirma Institute of Technology, where she secured first rank. She has been associated with the company since 2009, currently serving as Vice President.
Promoter Participation and Shareholding
The promoter group, holding 62.39% of total equity, has expressed intention to participate in the buyback:
| Promoter Entity: | Current Holding | Intended Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Freshcap Foodstuff LLP: | 15,85,964 shares | 1,00,000 shares |
| Ashok Vishindas Motiani: | 14,52,015 shares | 1,00,000 shares |
| Nanita Ashok Motiani: | 6,45,542 shares | 1,00,000 shares |
| Dipti Ashok Motiani: | 6,19,566 shares | 1,00,000 shares |
| Priyanka Tandon: | 3,37,840 shares | 3,37,840 shares |
| Mayank Ramesh Tandon: | 3,31,794 shares | 3,31,794 shares |
E-Voting Process and Timeline
The company has engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to facilitate the remote e-voting process. Key dates include:
- Cut-off Date: January 9, 2026
- E-voting Commencement: January 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM IST
- E-voting Conclusion: February 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM IST
- Record Date: To be announced post-approval
Shareholders can access the voting platform through their demat accounts with NSDL or CDSL, or through the company's registrar Bigshares Services Private Limited. The postal ballot notice and detailed voting instructions are available on the company's website www.puretrop.com and NSDL's e-voting portal.
Regulatory Compliance and Auditor Confirmation
F.P. & Associates, the company's statutory auditors, have provided confirmation regarding the permissible capital payment and the Board's solvency opinion. The auditors verified that the buyback amount complies with statutory requirements and that the company will remain solvent for one year following the buyback completion.
Both resolutions require approval by special resolution, necessitating a majority of not less than three-fourths of the votes cast. The results will be declared within two working days of the e-voting conclusion and communicated to BSE Limited where the company's shares are listed.
Historical Stock Returns for Puretrop Fruits
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.63% | +1.67% | +18.50% | +46.22% | +30.25% | +134.37% |





































