Shapoorji Pallonji Files Official Disclosure for Fresh Afcons Infrastructure Pledge
Shapoorji Pallonji and Company Private Limited has submitted an official regulatory disclosure to BSE and NSE regarding the creation of a fresh pledge on 1,22,34,940 equity shares of Afcons Infrastructure on February 16, 2026. The pledge, created in favor of Catalyst Trusteeship Limited for working capital requirements, secures Rs 170 crore with a security cover ratio of 2.347, bringing the total promoter encumbrance to 100% of their 15.41% shareholding in the company.

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Afcons Infrastructure promoter Shapoorji Pallonji and Company Private Limited has filed an official regulatory disclosure regarding the creation of a fresh pledge on 1,22,34,940 equity shares on February 16, 2026. The disclosure, submitted under SEBI regulations on February 17, 2026, was communicated to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited where the company's shares are listed.
Official Regulatory Filing Details
The pledge disclosure was made under Regulation 31(1) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeover) Regulations, 2011, following the format prescribed by SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/DCRI/CIR/P/2019/90 dated August 07, 2019. The document was signed by F.K. Bhathena, Director of Shapoorji Pallonji and Company Private Limited (DIN: 00010075), and addressed to both stock exchanges where Afcons Infrastructure trades under scrip code 544280 on BSE and symbol AFCONS on NSE.
| Filing Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulation: | SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeover) Regulations, 2011 |
| Filing Date: | February 17, 2026 |
| Authorized Signatory: | F.K. Bhathena (Director) |
| DIN: | 00010075 |
| Stock Exchanges: | BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited |
Pledge Specifications and Valuation
The pledged shares were valued at Rs 3,99,22,60,922 based on the NSE closing price of Rs 326.30 per share on February 16, 2026. On BSE, the shares were valued at Rs 3,99,10,37,428 at Rs 326.20 per share on the same date. The pledge has been created in favor of Catalyst Trusteeship Limited as debenture trustee for working capital requirements, securing an amount of Rs 170 crore with a security cover ratio of 2.347.
| Pledge Details: | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Shares Pledged: | 1,22,34,940 |
| Percentage of Share Capital: | 3.33% |
| Beneficiary: | Catalyst Trusteeship Limited |
| Purpose: | Working Capital Requirements |
| Amount Secured: | Rs 170 crore |
| Security Cover Ratio: | 2.347 |
| NSE Valuation: | Rs 3,99,22,60,922 (Rs 326.30 per share) |
| BSE Valuation: | Rs 3,99,10,37,428 (Rs 326.20 per share) |
Complete Promoter Holdings Now Encumbered
With this latest pledge, Shapoorji Pallonji now has 100% of its shareholding in Afcons Infrastructure encumbered. The promoter holds a total of 5,66,81,410 shares, representing 15.41% of the company's total share capital. This includes a previous pledge of 4,44,46,470 shares (12.08% of share capital) created on June 25, 2025, in favor of SBICAP Trustee Company Limited for a working capital facility from a consortium of lenders led by State Bank of India.
| Encumbrance Summary: | Current Pledge | Previous Pledge |
|---|---|---|
| Date of Creation: | February 16, 2026 | June 25, 2025 |
| Number of Shares: | 1,22,34,940 | 4,44,46,470 |
| Percentage of Share Capital: | 3.33% | 12.08% |
| Trustee: | Catalyst Trusteeship Limited | SBICAP Trustee Company Limited |
| Amount Secured: | Rs 170 crore | Rs 1,360 crore |
| Security Cover Ratio: | 2.347 | 6.98 |
Regulatory Compliance and Documentation
The official disclosure document confirms that the encumbered shares represent 100% of Shapoorji Pallonji's shareholding in Afcons Infrastructure, which constitutes 78.41% of the promoter's total holdings. The filing includes detailed annexures providing comprehensive information about existing encumbrances, security cover ratios, and the specific purpose of fund utilization. The document was copied to Mr. Gaurang Parekh, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of Afcons Infrastructure Limited, ensuring proper communication channels as per regulatory requirements.
Historical Stock Returns for Afcons Infrastructure
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.63% | -4.83% | -8.52% | -22.99% | -24.77% | -31.62% |


































