JK Lakshmi Cement Limited has been officially declared as the 'Preferred Bidder' for the Mining Lease for Juipahar New Umrangso Limestone Block (A and B) in Assam, following an e-auction conducted by the Government of Assam. The company has made this disclosure under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Official Declaration Details

The formal announcement was made through a regulatory filing to both BSE and NSE, confirming the company's successful participation in the government-conducted e-auction process. The acquisition details are outlined below:

Strategic Significance

Limestone serves as a crucial raw material in cement manufacturing, and securing access to quality limestone reserves is essential for maintaining production efficiency. The 405-hectare Juipahar New Umrangso limestone block provides JK Lakshmi Cement with enhanced raw material security and supports the company's manufacturing requirements in the northeastern region.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made by Company Secretary Amit Chaurasia, ensuring compliance with stock exchange listing requirements. This acquisition strengthens the company's mineral resource portfolio and establishes a stronger presence in Assam's industrial landscape, offering long-term raw material availability for sustained operations.

JK Lakshmi Cement has announced the opening of a special window for transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities, pursuant to SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)2026-MIRSD-POD/I/3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026. The company published a notice on February 26, 2026, informing investors about this facility designed to ease investing processes and secure shareholder rights.

Special Window Timeline and Scope

The special window will remain operational for one year, from February 5, 2026 to February 4, 2027. This facility specifically covers physical securities that were sold or purchased prior to April 1, 2019. The window also accommodates transfer requests that were previously submitted but were rejected, returned, or not processed due to document deficiencies or procedural issues.

Transfer Conditions and Restrictions

Securities transferred under this special window will be mandatorily credited to the transferee only in demat mode. These securities will remain under lock-in for one year from the date of registration of transfer. During the lock-in period, such securities cannot be transferred, lien marked, or pledged.

The special window covers Transfer Deeds that were executed prior to April 1, 2019, including those that faced processing issues in the past. This comprehensive approach ensures that investors who previously encountered difficulties can now complete their transfer processes.

Process and Contact Information

Investors wishing to avail this opportunity must contact the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent - MCS Share Transfer Agent Ltd. The registrar is located at 179-180, DSIDC Shed, 3rd Floor, Okhla Industrial Area, Phase - 1, New Delhi - 110020.

The company has emphasized that transfer requests submitted after February 4, 2027 will not be accepted by the Company or RTA. The detailed procedure for transfer of securities and conditions to be fulfilled by investors are available in the SEBI circular, which can be accessed through the company's website.

Regulatory Compliance

The notice was signed by Company Secretary Amit Chaurasia and communicated to both BSE Ltd. (Security Code: 500380) and National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. (Symbol: JKLAKSHMI, Series: EQ) on February 26, 2026. The company has also reminded shareholders holding shares in physical form to dematerialize their shares and complete their KYC requirements, including email address and bank account details, with the company's RTA.