Monika Alcobev Limited has announced a board meeting scheduled for February 12, 2026, to deliberate on significant corporate matters including the introduction of an employee stock option scheme. The company has formally notified BSE Limited about the upcoming meeting in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Board Meeting Agenda

The board meeting will address several key items as outlined in the company's official communication:

Regulatory Compliance and Approvals

The proposed Employee Stock Option Scheme-2026 will require multiple levels of approval before implementation. The scheme is subject to shareholder approval through postal ballot process and must comply with SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefit & Sweat Equity Shares) Regulations, 2021. The company will also need to secure approvals from other applicable regulatory authorities as required by law.

Corporate Communication Details

The formal intimation was issued on February 06, 2026, bearing reference number MAL-SEC/28/2025-26. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Kalpesh Ramina signed the communication, ensuring compliance with Regulation 29 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Next Steps

Following the board meeting approval, the company will proceed with the postal ballot process to obtain shareholder consent for the ESOP Scheme-2026. The draft postal ballot notice will be finalized during the February 12 meeting, setting the stage for formal shareholder voting on the proposed employee benefit scheme.

Monika Alcobev Limited has announced a strategic partnership with renowned designer Gaurav Gupta for the launch of his flagship menswear store at DLF Emporio, New Delhi. The collaboration positions 1800 Tequila as the exclusive premium spirits partner, creating a unique intersection between luxury fashion and premium hospitality.

Partnership Details

The partnership brings together two distinct luxury segments, with Monika Alcobev curating an elevated spirits experience that complements Gaurav Gupta's sculptural menswear collection. The collaboration was designed to create synergy between the designer's form-driven aesthetic and 1800 Tequila's focus on craftsmanship.

Management Perspective

Commenting on the collaboration, Mr. Kunal Patel, Managing Director, Monika Alcobev Ltd stated, "Luxury fashion platforms offer meaningful opportunities for premium brands to build relevance and recall. Collaborations like this strengthen brand familiarity while supporting long-term growth across on-trade and retail channels."

The partnership reflects the company's strategy of building meaningful brand experiences through carefully curated collaborations in the luxury retail space.

Event Highlights

The flagship store launch featured a bespoke 1800 Tequila bar as the centerpiece of the evening's hospitality experience. The bar offered expertly crafted cocktails and composed serves, allowing guests to experience the brand through both flavor and presentation.

Key features of the collaboration included:

• Custom-designed bar mirroring the store's elegant aesthetics
• Expertly crafted cocktail offerings
• Seamless integration between fashion and hospitality elements
• Sophisticated visual experience throughout the space

About the Partners

Monika Alcobev Limited

Monika Alcobev is a leading importer, distributor and marketer of premium alcoholic beverage brands across the Indian subcontinent. The company provides end-to-end execution across HORECA, Retail and Travel Retail channels, with a portfolio including globally acclaimed brands such as Jose Cuervo, 1800, Remy Martin, Cointreau, Choya, Botanist, Ron Diplomático, and the VSPT Group.

With over 100 world-renowned labels and a strong presence across key markets, the company remains at the forefront of India's premium alco-beverage landscape. In July 2025, the company achieved a major milestone with a highly successful SME IPO, marking the next phase of strategic growth and expansion.

Gaurav Gupta

Founded in 2005, Gaurav Gupta is an Indian luxury fashion house internationally recognised for its sculptural couture and forward-looking design language. The brand, led by Central Saint Martins alumnus Gaurav Gupta, has built a distinctive aesthetic merging indigenous Indian construction techniques with architectural silhouettes.

As a permanent member of the Paris Haute Couture Week calendar, the brand is among the few Indian houses officially invited by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode. The house is known for pioneering sari-inspired gowns and continues to redefine modern luxury through craftsmanship and cultural storytelling.

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