Description

BSE announces suspension of trading in 9 company securities effective February 20, 2026 for non-compliance with Regulation 76 of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for two consecutive quarters.

Summary

BSE has announced the suspension of trading in securities of 9 companies effective February 20, 2026, due to non-compliance with Regulation 76 of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for two consecutive quarters (June 2025 and September 2025). The suspension is pursuant to SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024. Promoter shareholdings in these companies will be completely frozen during the suspension period.

Key Points

  • 9 companies face trading suspension from February 20, 2026 for Regulation 76 non-compliance
  • Non-compliance period: Two consecutive quarters (June 2025 & September 2025)
  • Entire promoter shareholding and all securities in promoter demat accounts will be frozen during suspension
  • Companies can avoid suspension by complying on or before February 17, 2026
  • After 15 days of suspension, trade-for-trade facility will be available on first trading day of every week for 6 months in Z group only
  • Revocation requires compliance with all prescribed norms and procedures

Affected Companies

Sr. NoScrip CodeCompany Name
1533400Future Consumer Ltd
2536709IND Renewable Energy Ltd
3532745Inditrade Capital Ltd
4506867Master Chemicals Ltd
5532105Mega Fin India Ltd
6543579Naturo Indiabull Ltd
7530095Pradhin Ltd
8531500Rajesh Exports Ltd
9531444Vardhman Concrete Ltd

Regulatory Changes

This action is based on the penal framework established under:

  • SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024
  • Standard Operating Procedure for suspension and revocation of trading of specified securities
  • Regulation 76 of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018

Compliance Requirements

For Companies:

  • Must comply with Regulation 76 of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018
  • Compliance must be to the satisfaction of BSE
  • Must follow prescribed revocation procedure and norms to lift suspension

During Suspension:

  • Promoter shareholding remains completely frozen
  • All securities in promoter demat accounts remain frozen
  • After 15 days: Limited trading allowed on trade-for-trade basis in Z group only on first trading day of each week for 6 months

Important Dates

  • January 20, 2026: Notice issued
  • February 17, 2026: Last date for companies to comply and avoid suspension
  • February 20, 2026: Trading suspension becomes effective
  • 15 days after February 20, 2026: Trade-for-trade facility commences (weekly, for 6 months)

Impact Assessment

Investor Impact:

  • Severe liquidity constraints for existing shareholders
  • Limited exit opportunities through weekly trade-for-trade mechanism only
  • Potential capital loss due to restricted trading and likely price pressure
  • Frozen promoter holdings may signal governance concerns

Market Impact:

  • Complete halt in normal trading for these securities
  • Movement to Z group carries negative market perception
  • Increased volatility expected during limited weekly trading windows

Company Impact:

  • Reputational damage from regulatory non-compliance
  • Difficulty in raising capital during suspension period
  • Risk of further regulatory action if compliance not achieved
  • Potential delisting if prolonged non-compliance continues

Contact: For clarifications, email bse.soplodr@bseindia.com

Impact Justification

Trading suspension affects 9 companies with complete freeze of promoter shareholding, significant liquidity impact for investors, and potential delisting risk if non-compliance continues