Jay Ambe Supermarkets seeks nod to alter IPO objects
Jay Ambe Supermarkets Limited's Board has approved the alteration of its IPO objects to utilize ₹147.00 Lakhs of unutilized proceeds for a new store in Bayad, Gujarat, instead of the originally planned Lunawada site. The company has initiated a postal ballot process, with e-voting open from July 09 to August 07, 2026, requiring a special resolution with over 90% shareholder approval. The total project cost for the new store is estimated at ₹152.43 Lakhs, with the shortfall funded internally.

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Jay Ambe Supermarkets Limited has approved the alteration of objects for its Initial Public Offer (IPO) to reallocate unutilized proceeds towards a new store in Bayad, Gujarat. The decision, taken by the Board on July 08, 2026, is subject to shareholder approval through a postal ballot. The company aims to utilize the remaining funds for fit-outs and assets at a newly identified premises, shifting from the originally planned location in Lunawada.
The company had raised ₹1,844.54 Lakhs through its IPO in FY26. As on March 31, 2026, ₹147.00 Lakhs remained unutilized, specifically from the allocation for purchasing fit-outs for three new stores. While ₹316.32 Lakhs was deployed for two stores in Mansa and IIT Gandhinagar, the balance is now proposed to be used for the third store at Shreeji Madhuram Complex in Moje Bayad. The estimated project cost for the new location is ₹152.43 Lakhs, with the deficit of ₹5.43 Lakhs to be funded through internal accruals.
| Object No. | Objects as disclosed in the Offer Document | Amount disclosed in the Offer Document (₹ in Lakhs) | Actual Utilized Amount as on March 31, 2026 (₹ in Lakhs) | Unutilized Amount as on March 31, 2026 (₹ in Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Purchase of existing store at Nana Chiloda, Ahmedabad | 425.00 | 425.11 | 0.00 |
| 2. | Purchase of fit-outs for Three (3) new stores | 463.32 | 316.32 | 147.00 |
| 3. | To Meet Working Capital Requirements | 450.00 | 450.00 | 0.00 |
| 4. | General Corporate Purpose | 275.00 | 275.00 | 0.00 |
| 5. | Public Issue Expenses | 231.22 | 231.22 | 0.00 |
| Total | 1844.54 | 1697.65 | 147.00 |
The Board has appointed Mr. Nayan Pitroda, Partner of M/s. PNK & Co., Practicing Company Secretaries, as the Scrutinizer for the postal ballot process. National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) will provide the remote e-voting facility. The voting period commences at 9:00 a.m. IST on Thursday, July 09, 2026, and concludes at 5:00 p.m. IST on Friday, August 07, 2026. The record date to determine shareholder eligibility is Friday, July 03, 2026.
The resolution requires a special resolution passed by a majority of more than 90% of the shareholding. If approved, the variation will be implemented; otherwise, the original objects stated in the Prospectus dated September 13, 2025, will remain unchanged. The company expects the new store to commence commercial operations by the end of August 2026, citing lower rental costs and better business potential at the new location.
Historical Stock Returns for Jay Ambe Supermarkets
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +4.98% | +21.43% | -10.78% | +0.19% | +60.22% | +60.22% |
What are the projected revenue contributions from the new Bayad store compared to the originally planned Lunawada location?
How will the shift in location strategy impact the company's overall expansion timeline for FY27?
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