Patanjali Foods Limited on Thursday, July 17, announced a bonus share issue in the ratio of 2:1, rewarding its shareholders with two fully paid-up equity shares of ₹2 each for every one share held, subject to shareholder approval.
The bonus shares will be issued by capitalizing the company’s capital redemption reserve, securities premium, and/or general reserve, as per the filing with stock exchanges. The board approved the proposal during its meeting, which began at 10:30 am and concluded at 11:50 am.
Currently, Patanjali Foods’ paid-up equity share capital stands at ₹72.5 crore, comprising 36.25 crore shares of ₹2 each. Post-bonus, the paid-up equity capital will rise to ₹217.5 crore, with a total of 108.75 crore shares of ₹2 each.
The company has earmarked approximately ₹145 crore from its reserves to implement the bonus issue. According to its audited balance sheet as of March 31, 2025, Patanjali Foods has sufficient reserves, including:
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Capital Redemption Reserve: ₹266.93 crore
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Securities Premium: ₹4,704.38 crore
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General Reserve: ₹418.16 crore
The record date to determine shareholders eligible for the bonus issue will be announced in due course. The company expects to credit or dispatch the bonus shares within two months, i.e., by September 16, 2025.
The notice of postal ballot seeking shareholder approval for the bonus issue will also be circulated shortly.
