ZR2 Bioenergy Limited Forfeits Rs. 42.12 Crores Following Non-Exercise of Warrant Conversion Options
ZR2 Bioenergy Limited has forfeited Rs. 42,12,32,500 from seven warrant holders who failed to exercise conversion options within the 18-month deadline ending February 13, 2026. The warrants were originally allotted on May 10, 2024, at Rs. 65 each to strategic investors and proposed promoters. The forfeiture affects 2,59,22,000 warrants and has been disclosed under SEBI regulations.

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ZR2 Bioenergy Limited (formerly known as Gujchem Distillers India Limited) has announced the forfeiture of Rs. 42,12,32,500 following the non-exercise of warrant conversion options by multiple investors. The forfeiture became effective after the 18-month conversion deadline expired on February 13, 2026.
Warrant Allotment Background
The company had initially allotted 2,59,22,000 convertible warrants on May 10, 2024, on a preferential basis to acquirer alias proposed promoter and strategic investors (non-promoters). The warrants were issued at Rs. 65 each, aggregating to a total amount of Rs. 168,49,30,000. At the time of allotment, the company received Rs. 42,12,32,500 as the initial subscription amount, representing 25% of the total warrant value.
Forfeiture Details
Under Regulation 169(3) of Chapter V of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, the entire initial subscription amount has been forfeited due to non-exercise of conversion options within the prescribed timeframe.
| Warrant Holder | Warrants Applied | Amount Forfeited (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| ZR2 Group Holdings Limited | 76,50,000 | 12,43,12,500 |
| Padmashri Dr. Vitthalrao Vikhe Patil Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Limited | 92,05,000 | 14,95,81,250 |
| Nirmal Rajnikant Shah | 25,00,000 | 4,06,25,000 |
| Manish Kishor Ruparel | 25,00,000 | 4,06,25,000 |
| DIP Versha Buildcon India Private Limited | 13,67,000 | 2,22,13,750 |
| Arhamnetic Traders LLP | 13,50,000 | 2,19,37,500 |
| Swiftstream Trading LLP | 13,50,000 | 2,19,37,500 |
| Total | 2,59,22,000 | 42,12,32,500 |
Regulatory Compliance
The forfeiture has been communicated to BSE Limited under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Managing Director Jimmy Olsson signed the disclosure on February 14, 2026, confirming compliance with applicable regulations. The disclosure will also be made available on the company's website at www.rushil.com for public access.
Historical Stock Returns for Gujchem Distilleries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.37% | -9.56% | -32.99% | -63.55% | -58.08% | +1,034.01% |































