Varun Beverages Invests Rs. 7.05 Crore in Solar Power Company, Issues Corporate Guarantee
Varun Beverages Limited announced strategic decisions including a Rs. 7.05 crore investment to acquire additional 23% equity in Jager Renewables Two Private Limited for captive solar power consumption at Rajasthan facilities, bringing total shareholding to 49%. The Investment and Borrowing Committee also approved a ZAR 1,240 million corporate guarantee for subsidiary The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited with FirstRand Bank Limited.

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Varun Beverages Limited has announced strategic decisions by its Investment and Borrowing Committee, including a significant investment in renewable energy and corporate guarantee issuance. The committee meeting, held on March 11, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 2:45 PM, approved key transactions aimed at expanding the company's solar power capabilities and supporting subsidiary operations under Regulation 30 of SEBI regulations.
Solar Power Investment Details
The Investment and Borrowing Committee approved the acquisition of an additional 23% equity share capital in Jager Renewables Two Private Limited for a consideration of Rs. 7.05 crore. This investment involves acquiring 70,51,150 equity shares with a face value of Rs. 10.00 each.
| Investment Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Target Company: | Jager Renewables Two Private Limited |
| Additional Stake: | 23% |
| Investment Amount: | Rs. 7.05 crore |
| Shares Acquired: | 70,51,150 equity shares |
| Face Value per Share: | Rs. 10.00 |
| Total Shareholding Post-Acquisition: | 49% |
| Transaction Date: | March 11, 2026 |
Strategic Purpose and Operations
Jager Renewables Two Private Limited operates as a special purpose vehicle incorporated on June 6, 2024, under the group captive model envisaged under the Electricity Act, 2003. The company is designed to generate and supply solar power to consumers in Rajasthan state. Varun Beverages intends to utilize this solar power for captive consumption at its facilities located in Kota, Alwar, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Bhiwadi in Rajasthan.
The renewable energy investment aligns with environmental sustainability goals while potentially reducing power costs at the specified facilities. Jager Renewables is yet to begin operations, having been recently incorporated as a renewable power producer. The investment is structured under compliance with electricity regulations as agreed under the Share Purchase, Subscription and Shareholders' Agreement.
Corporate Guarantee Approval
The committee also approved issuing a corporate guarantee on behalf of The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited, Varun Beverages' subsidiary in South Africa. The guarantee is designed to secure credit facility extended to the subsidiary.
| Guarantee Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary: | The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited |
| Bank: | FirstRand Bank Limited (Rand Merchant Bank division) |
| Guarantee Amount: | ZAR 1,240 million |
| Validity Period: | Until July 31, 2026 |
| Purpose: | Secure credit facility for subsidiary |
| Impact on Company: | No impact on listed entity |
Regulatory Compliance and Disclosure
The transactions were disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, in compliance with SEBI Master Circular dated January 30, 2026. The disclosures confirm that Jager Renewables is not considered a related party transaction, as the company does not exercise significant influence or control over Jager's decisions.
Varun Beverages had previously acquired 26% equity share capital in Jager Renewables, as disclosed in September 2025 and October 2025. With the current acquisition of an additional 23% stake, the company's total shareholding reaches 49% of Jager Renewables' equity share capital. The investment represents a cash consideration transaction completed on March 11, 2026, requiring no additional governmental or regulatory approvals.
Historical Stock Returns for Varun Beverages
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| -2.37% | -9.97% | -11.94% | -14.58% | -16.11% | +362.49% |
































