Vivo Bio Tech Limited Acquires 15.59% Stake in Virinchi Limited Through Convertible Equity Warrants
Vivo Bio Tech Limited has acquired 1.60 crore convertible equity warrants in Virinchi Limited through preferential allotment, representing 15.59% of total share capital. The warrants, allotted on January 08-09, 2026, are convertible at ₹28 per share within 18 months. As a promoter group entity, this acquisition strengthens Vivo Bio Tech's strategic position in Virinchi Limited.

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Vivo Bio Tech Limited has completed a significant acquisition in Virinchi Limited through the allotment of convertible equity warrants, marking a substantial investment by the promoter group entity. The transaction was executed through preferential allotment over two consecutive days in January 2026.
Acquisition Details
The acquisition involved the allotment of 1.60 crore convertible equity warrants to Vivo Bio Tech Limited, completed in two tranches. The company received 86,00,000 warrants on January 08, 2026, followed by 74,00,000 warrants on January 09, 2026.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Warrants Acquired | 1,60,00,000 |
| Allotment Date 1 | January 08, 2026 (86,00,000 warrants) |
| Allotment Date 2 | January 09, 2026 (74,00,000 warrants) |
| Mode of Acquisition | Preferential Allotment |
| Issue Price | ₹28.00 per warrant |
Shareholding Impact
The acquisition significantly enhances Vivo Bio Tech's position in Virinchi Limited, representing a substantial stake in the target company's equity structure.
| Shareholding Metric | Number/Percentage |
|---|---|
| Percentage of Total Share Capital | 15.59% |
| Percentage of Diluted Share Capital | 12.69% |
| Virinchi's Current Equity Shares | 10,26,46,896 shares |
| Face Value per Share | ₹10.00 |
| Current Equity Capital | ₹102.65 crores |
Warrant Conversion Terms
The convertible equity warrants carry specific terms for conversion into equity shares of Virinchi Limited. Each warrant entitles the holder to apply for and receive one equity share of face value ₹10.00, ranking pari-passu with existing equity shares.
Key conversion features include:
- Conversion Period: 18 months from allotment date
- Conversion Price: ₹28.00 per share
- Conversion Ratio: 1:1 (one warrant converts to one equity share)
- Rights: Full voting and dividend rights upon conversion
Regulatory Compliance
Vivo Bio Tech Limited has fulfilled its disclosure obligations under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The company submitted the required documentation to BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 532372) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Symbol: VIRINCHI) on January 12, 2026.
Post-Acquisition Capital Structure
Following the warrant allotment, Virinchi Limited's diluted share capital stands at 12.60 crores equity shares aggregating ₹126.05 crores. This calculation assumes conversion of all 2.34 crore outstanding warrants into equity shares. The current equity share capital remains unchanged at 10.26 crores shares valued at ₹102.65 crores until warrant conversion occurs.
Historical Stock Returns for Virinchi
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.23% | -5.82% | +4.41% | -11.83% | -19.84% | -37.90% |



































