Vishnu Prakash R Punglia Shares Crash 85% from December Peak, Trade Below IPO Price
Vishnu Prakash R Punglia shares fell 5% on Thursday, extending losses for the second consecutive session. The infrastructure services provider has crashed 85% from its December 2024 peak of ₹345 and trades 50% below its IPO price of ₹99. The stock gained in only 4 of the last 25 sessions and delivered negative returns for 8 straight months. Retail shareholding increased from 47,400 to 1.2 lakh investors while institutional investors like Max Life Insurance exited their positions.

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Vishnu Prakash R Punglia shares extended their decline for the second straight session on Thursday, falling nearly 5% amid heavy trading volumes. The infrastructure services provider's stock performance reflects a sustained bearish trend that has persisted across multiple trading sessions.
Sharp Decline from Recent Highs
The stock's current performance represents a dramatic fall from its December 2024 peak. Trading data shows the extent of the decline across different timeframes:
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| December 2024 Peak | ₹345.00 |
| Current Price | ₹50.31 |
| Decline from Peak | 85% |
| IPO Price | ₹99.00 |
| Decline from IPO | 50% |
| One Month Performance | -40% |
The stock has gained in only four out of the last 25 trading sessions, highlighting the persistent selling pressure. At the end of December, the company had delivered negative returns for eight consecutive months.
Elevated Trading Activity
Thursday's session witnessed significantly higher trading volumes compared to recent averages. Over 70 lakh shares were traded by 11 AM, substantially exceeding the 20-day average volume of 13 lakh shares. This elevated activity suggests continued investor interest despite the declining price trend.
Shareholding Pattern Changes
The company's shareholding structure has undergone notable changes between reporting periods:
Institutional Holdings
| Institution | September 2023 | September 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Quant Smallcap Fund | 2.20% | 4.08% |
| Max Life Insurance | Present | Exited |
| Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance | Present | Exited |
| Sixteenth Street Asian Gems Fund | Present | Exited |
Quant Smallcap Fund remains the only mutual fund with a stake in the company, increasing its holding from 2.20% to 4.08% between September 2023 and September 2024.
Retail and Promoter Holdings
Retail investor participation has increased significantly, with the number of shareholders holding up to ₹2.00 lakh in authorized share capital rising from 47,400 to 1.20 lakh. These retail shareholders now collectively hold a 26.20% stake in the company.
Promoter holdings decreased during the September quarter, falling from 67% to 58% as promoters sold some of their stake in the company.
Current Market Position
The infrastructure services provider's shares closed the session 4.40% lower at ₹50.31, continuing the downward momentum that has characterized the stock's performance over recent months. The 40% decline over the past month underscores the challenging market conditions facing the company's shares.
Historical Stock Returns for Vishnu Prakash R Punglia
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.54% | -3.74% | -34.02% | -68.78% | -82.41% | -65.22% |
















































