RELTD - Ravindra Energy
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) has increased its corporate guarantee for its associate entity, Energy In Motion Limited (EIM), to INR 296 Crore from an earlier limit of INR 135 Crore. This guarantee is provided to YES Bank Limited to facilitate credit and hedge facilities for EIM's business operations. RELTD holds a 49.50% stake in EIM, which currently has a paid-up equity capital of INR 100.48 Crores. While the company states this is a non-fund-based contingent liability with no immediate financial impact, it significantly increases the parent's risk exposure to the associate's performance.
- Corporate guarantee extended to a total of INR 296 Crore, inclusive of a previous INR 135 Crore limit.
- Guarantee supports fund-based and non-fund-based credit facilities from YES Bank Limited.
- Ravindra Energy holds a 49.50% equity stake in the associate entity, Energy In Motion Limited.
- Energy In Motion Limited has a paid-up equity share capital of INR 100.48 Crores.
- The transaction involves common director Mr. Narendra Murkumbi but is conducted at arm's length.
Mr. Shantanu Lath, the Whole-Time Director and CEO of Ravindra Energy Limited, has acquired 50,000 equity shares of the company. The acquisition was completed on March 6, 2026, through the exercise of options under the Ravindra Energy Employee Stock Option Plan, 2022. The shares were allotted at an exercise price of Rs. 100 per share, totaling a transaction value of Rs. 50 lakhs. This move increases the CEO's direct stake in the company to 0.03%, reflecting management's long-term commitment.
- CEO Shantanu Lath acquired 50,000 equity shares via ESOP exercise on March 6, 2026
- The exercise price for the shares was set at Rs. 100 per share
- Total transaction value for the acquisition amounts to Rs. 50,00,000
- Post-acquisition, the CEO holds a 0.03% stake in the company's total equity
Ravindra Energy Limited has approved the allotment of 70,000 equity shares to eligible employees under its 2022 Employee Stock Option Plan. The shares were issued at an exercise price of Rs 100 per share, representing a significant premium over the face value of Rs 10. This allotment has increased the company's total paid-up equity share capital to Rs 178.62 crore. The total funds raised through this exercise amount to Rs 70 lakh, and the new shares will rank equally with existing equity.
- Allotment of 70,000 equity shares of face value Rs 10 each following ESOP exercise
- Exercise price fixed at Rs 100 per share, including a premium of Rs 90 per share
- Total paid-up equity capital increased to Rs 178,62,44,630 consisting of 17,86,24,463 shares
- Total capital raised from this specific allotment is Rs 70,00,000
- The newly allotted shares are not subject to any lock-in period
Ravindra Energy is executing a dual-growth strategy focusing on distributed solar power and heavy-duty electric mobility. The company plans to scale its solar capacity from 187 MWp to 476 MWp by FY27, largely through rural feeder solarization under the KUSUM scheme. Its electric mobility subsidiary, EIM, is establishing a 5,000-unit annual capacity manufacturing plant in Pune, expected to commission by June 2026. The company utilizes a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model to drive adoption in the 55-tonne e-tractor segment, targeting port and industrial logistics.
- Solar operational capacity projected to grow ~2.5x from 187 MWp to 476 MWp by FY27.
- New e-tractor manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Pune with 5,000 units p.a. capacity to be commissioned by June 2026.
- Current e-mobility order book stands at 263 units with 125 units already sold as of December 2025.
- Strategic battery swapping network expansion targeting 100 stations by FY29 to support heavy-duty EV corridors.
- Maintains a 6-year exclusivity agreement for assembling and distributing heavy CVs (>18 tonnes) with CATL battery support.
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) has updated its business outlook, reporting an operating renewable capacity of 187 MW DC and a robust pipeline of 235 MW DC. The company is on track to commission 57 MW of MSKVY Phase 2 projects by March 31, 2026, and has secured a Letter of Award for a 71 MW DC project with HESCOM at a tariff of ₹2.93 per unit. In the EV segment, the company achieved 9M FY26 revenue of ₹79.49 crore but reported a PAT loss of ₹6.23 crore. Crucially, YES Bank has sanctioned credit facilities totaling ₹296 crore and a hedge facility of ₹32 crore to support these growth initiatives.
- Operating renewable assets reach 187 MW DC with 60 MW DC currently under construction.
- Future pipeline stands at 235 MW DC, including the 150 MW MSKVY Phase 3 and 71 MW HESCOM project.
- YES Bank sanctioned ₹296 crore in credit facilities and ₹32 crore in hedge facilities.
- EV business recorded 125 vehicle sales and ₹79.49 crore revenue for the nine months ending Dec 2025.
- Aims to commission 8 additional EV swap stations by March 2026 to support a 275-vehicle sales pipeline.
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) has announced a series of institutional investor meetings scheduled from January 28 to February 13, 2026. The management plans to engage in one-on-one discussions across major financial hubs including Mumbai, New Delhi, Singapore, and Hong Kong, alongside virtual sessions. While the company stated that no unpublished price sensitive information will be shared, the extensive geographic reach indicates a significant push to attract institutional capital. Investors should watch for any subsequent corporate presentations or strategy updates following these interactions.
- Investor meetings scheduled to take place between January 28, 2026, and February 13, 2026.
- Management outreach covers domestic hubs (Mumbai, Delhi) and international markets (Singapore, Hong Kong).
- Engagement format includes both one-on-one physical meetings and virtual conferences.
- The company explicitly confirmed that no unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI) will be disclosed during these sessions.
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) reported a total operating renewable capacity of 187 MW DC as of Q3 FY26, with an additional 60 MW under construction and expected to commission by March 2026. The company secured a significant credit facility of INR 296 crore from YES Bank to support its business activities. While the renewable segment met generation targets, the EV business faced a setback in Q3 with revenue declining to INR 34.76 crore and a net loss of INR 4.56 crore. The company maintains a robust future pipeline of 235 MW DC in renewable projects and plans to expand its EV swap station network.
- Total operating renewable assets reached 187 MW DC, including 136 MW from MSKVY Phase 1.
- Secured INR 296 crore credit facility and INR 32 crore hedge facility from YES Bank.
- 60 MW DC of renewable projects are under construction with a target completion date of March 31, 2026.
- EV segment reported Q3 revenue of INR 34.76 crore and a net loss of INR 4.56 crore, down from a small profit in Q2.
- Future pipeline includes 235 MW DC renewable projects and 8 new EV swap stations by March 2026.
Ravindra Energy Limited has disclosed the utilization status of Rs 180 crore raised through a preferential issue in October 2024. As of December 31, 2025, the company has deployed Rs 172.50 crore, representing approximately 96% of the total proceeds. A minor reallocation of Rs 6 crore was executed, shifting funds from the Electric Vehicle business to the Renewable Energy segment, which is within the 10% deviation limit previously approved by shareholders. The Renewable Energy vertical has now fully utilized its revised allocation of Rs 96 crore.
- Total funds raised via preferential issue amounted to Rs 179.99 crore in October 2024.
- Cumulative utilization of funds stands at Rs 172.50 crore as of the end of Q3 FY2025-26.
- Investment in Renewable Energy business increased by Rs 6 crore to a total of Rs 96 crore and is fully utilized.
- Electric Vehicle business allocation was reduced to Rs 54 crore, with Rs 46.51 crore utilized so far.
- General Corporate Purpose funds of Rs 30 crore are nearly fully utilized at Rs 29.99 crore.
Ravindra Energy's Board approved the Q3 FY26 financial results and reviewed the utilization of ₹180 crore raised via preferential allotment. As of December 31, 2025, the company has deployed ₹172.50 crore, primarily into its Renewable Energy (₹96 crore) and Electric Vehicle (₹46.51 crore) businesses. A six-month extension has been granted to utilize the remaining ₹7.50 crore balance. The monitoring agency report confirms no major deviations from the intended objects of the fundraise.
- Board approved unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025.
- Successfully deployed ₹172.50 crore out of the ₹180 crore preferential issue proceeds raised at ₹74 per share.
- Renewable Energy segment saw an investment of ₹96 crore, slightly above the initial ₹90 crore allocation within permitted limits.
- EV business utilization stands at ₹46.51 crore against a ₹60 crore target, with a 6-month extension granted for the balance.
- Monitoring agency India Ratings & Research confirmed no material deviations from the objects of the issue.
Ravindra Energy Limited has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the period ended December 31, 2025. The certificate, issued by KFin Technologies Limited, confirms that all securities received for dematerialization were processed, accepted or rejected, and listed on the stock exchanges. It further verifies that physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled within the mandatory 21-day period. This is a standard administrative filing that ensures the company's share registry is maintained accurately.
- Compliance certificate submitted for the quarter ended December 31, 2025
- Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited
- Verification that dematerialized securities are listed on BSE and NSE
- Physical certificates mutilated and cancelled within the 21-day regulatory timeframe
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) has received 13 Letters of Award from Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) for solar power projects in Karnataka. The aggregate capacity of 62 MW (AC) will be developed on a Build Own and Operate (BOO) basis with an estimated capital expenditure of Rs 225 crore. The company will enter into a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) at an average tariff of Rs 2.95 per unit. These projects are expected to be commissioned within 12 months from the date of the PPA signing, ensuring long-term revenue visibility.
- Received 13 Letters of Award for an aggregate solar capacity of 62 MW (AC)
- Estimated project capital expenditure is approximately Rs 225 crore
- Secured a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) at an average tariff of Rs 2.95 per unit
- Project commissioning timeline is 12 months from the date of PPA signing
Ravindra Energy Limited (RELTD) has announced the successful passage of three key resolutions via postal ballot with over 99% majority for each. Shareholders approved the appointment of Mr. Apurva Chandra as an Independent Director and authorized the company to provide loans, guarantees, or securities to its subsidiaries and associates. Additionally, a material related party transaction with Energy In Motion Limited was approved. Notably, the promoter group, holding over 12.38 crore shares, abstained from voting on the loan and RPT resolutions, ensuring the outcome was determined by other shareholders.
- Appointment of Mr. Apurva Chandra as Independent Director approved with 99.94% majority (13.47 crore votes).
- Approval for loans or guarantees to subsidiaries under Section 185 passed with 99.31% of valid votes.
- Material related party transactions with Energy In Motion Limited approved by 99.31% of voting shareholders.
- Promoter group (12,38,56,976 shares) abstained from voting on the loan and RPT resolutions to comply with governance norms.
Ravindra Energy Limited (REL) has provided a corporate guarantee of ₹135 crore to YES Bank for financial facilities availed by its associate entity, Energy In Motion Limited (EIM). REL holds a 49.50% stake in EIM, which has secured total credit facilities of ₹296 crore and a ₹32 crore hedge facility for business expansion. While the guarantee is currently a non-fund-based contingent liability, it exposes REL to financial risk in the event of a default by the associate. The transaction has been conducted at arm's length and received prior shareholder approval in June 2025.
- Corporate guarantee of ₹135 crore provided to YES Bank for associate entity Energy In Motion Limited (EIM).
- Ravindra Energy Limited holds a 49.50% equity stake in EIM.
- EIM has been sanctioned total credit facilities of ₹296 crore and a hedge facility of ₹32 crore.
- EIM reported a paid-up capital of ₹100 crore and is focusing on business expansion projects.
- Common director Mr. Narendra Murkumbi identified as an interested party in the transaction.
Ravindra Energy Limited has announced the closure of its trading window starting January 1, 2026, in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. This closure is a standard procedure ahead of the declaration of financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. The window will remain closed for all designated persons and their immediate relatives until 48 hours after the results are officially disclosed to the exchanges. The specific date for the Board Meeting to approve these results will be communicated in due course.
- Trading window closure commences on January 1, 2026.
- Closure is related to the financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.
- Restriction applies to all Designated Persons and connected persons as per SEBI norms.
- Window will reopen 48 hours after the financial results are declared to BSE and NSE.
Ravindra Energy's board has appointed Mr. Apurva Chandra, a former senior IAS officer with 36 years of experience, as an Independent Director for a five-year term. The company is accelerating its renewable energy push by approving the incorporation of new wholly-owned subsidiaries as SPVs. Regarding the ₹180 crore raised via preferential issue, the board reallocated ₹5.50 crore from the Electric Vehicle business to the Renewable Energy segment. As of September 30, 2025, the company has successfully utilized ₹171.99 crore of the total funds raised.
- Appointment of Mr. Apurva Chandra (ex-IAS, IIT Delhi alumnus) as Independent Director for a 5-year term starting Nov 5, 2025.
- Reallocation of ₹5.50 crore from EV business (revised to ₹54.50 Cr) to Renewable Energy business (revised to ₹95.50 Cr).
- Total funds raised through preferential issue of ₹180 crore, with ₹171.99 crore already utilized as of Q2 FY26.
- Board approval for incorporating new wholly-owned subsidiaries to act as SPVs for renewable energy projects.
- Approval of Unaudited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Consolidated revenue grew 91.2% YoY to INR 250.42 Cr in FY25. The EPC segment contributed INR 178.4 Cr (71.2% of revenue), while Electricity Generation contributed INR 71.9 Cr (28.7% of revenue). Revenue from O&M was minimal at INR 0.1 Cr. Projections suggest EPC revenue will grow 143.8% to INR 435.0 Cr in FY26 and a further 50.7% to INR 655.7 Cr in FY27.
Geographic Revenue Split
Operations are concentrated in India, specifically in Karnataka (KREDL projects) and Maharashtra (MSEDCL projects). Maharashtra projects include MSKVY-2 (57.20 MWp) and MSKVY-32 (157.50 MWp). Open access projects for private consumers in Maharashtra account for 11.04 MWp.
Profitability Margins
Gross Profit Margin improved to 38.5% in FY25 (INR 96.32 Cr) from 55.0% in FY24 (INR 72.02 Cr) on a lower base. Net Profit Margin turned positive at 8.7% in FY25 (INR 21.81 Cr) compared to a negative 38.9% in FY24 (INR -50.89 Cr) due to a one-time exceptional loss of INR 64.51 Cr in the previous year.
EBITDA Margin
EBITDA Margin stood at 16.9% in FY25 (INR 42.43 Cr), a decrease from 25.2% in FY24 (INR 33.05 Cr) despite a 28.4% increase in absolute EBITDA. The margin compression is attributed to the shift in business mix toward lower-margin EPC work compared to high-margin generation.
Capital Expenditure
The company is undergoing massive expansion, with total borrowings projected to increase from INR 189.9 Cr in FY25 to INR 972.2 Cr by FY27 to fund the increase in operating capacity from 64.3 MWp to 502.0 MWp.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Historical credit ratings from ICRA were 'Stable'. Interest expenses in FY25 were INR 9.97 Cr on total borrowings of INR 189.9 Cr, representing an effective interest rate of approximately 5.25%. Interest coverage ratio improved to 3.1x in FY25 from 1.19x in FY24.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Solar PV modules and cells represent approximately 60-70% of EPC project costs. Other materials include steel mounting structures, copper cables, and power inverters.
Import Sources
The company faces significant competition and pricing pressure from China, which is a primary global source for solar modules and cells. Domestic sourcing is focused on Maharashtra and Karnataka for project execution.
Key Suppliers
Not specifically named in the documents, but the company operates within the Shree Renuka Sugars group ecosystem for legacy trading and utilizes specialized solar component vendors for EPC.
Capacity Expansion
Current operating capacity is 64.3 MWp as of FY25. Planned expansion targets 244.5 MWp by FY26 and 502.0 MWp by FY27, representing a 680% increase in capacity over two years.
Raw Material Costs
COGS in FY25 was INR 154.1 Cr, representing 61.5% of revenue. This is a significant increase from 45% in FY24, reflecting the higher volume of EPC contracts which are more material-intensive than power generation.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Revenue from electricity generation is based on P-75 generation estimates. Operating capacity added in FY25 was 24.2 MWp, with a massive 180.3 MWp addition planned for FY26.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled through the state grid for DISCOM sales and Open Access for private consumers in Maharashtra.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
78.80%
Growth Strategy
Growth will be driven by a 7.8x increase in solar operating capacity to 502 MWp by FY27. The strategy includes aggressive bidding for government tenders (MSKVY), expanding the Open Access portfolio for private consumers, and diversifying into the Electric Vehicle (EV) business through a 49.5% stake in EIM.
Products & Services
Solar power (electricity), Solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services, O&M (Operations and Maintenance) services, and Electric Vehicles (via associate EIM).
Brand Portfolio
Ravindra Energy, EIM (Electric Vehicle Business).
New Products/Services
Expansion into the EV business (49.5% stake) and large-scale solar projects under the MSKVY-32 scheme (157.50 MWp) expected to contribute significantly to FY27 revenue.
Market Expansion
Targeting the Maharashtra solar market through MSEDCL tenders and the Karnataka market through KREDL. Pipeline includes 100 MWp of projects for DISCOMs and private consumers in MH and KA by March 2027.
Strategic Alliances
Associate relationship with EIM for the EV business. Partnership with the Murkumbi family (promoters of Shree Renuka Sugars) provides management expertise and capital access.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The Indian solar industry is growing rapidly but faces intense competition from organized and unorganized players. There is a strong regulatory shift toward decentralized solar (MSKVY) and EV adoption, where the company is positioning itself.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with domestic solar EPC players and global module manufacturers. The EV business competes with established automotive OEMs.
Competitive Moat
Moat is built on long-term (25-year) government PPAs providing stable cash flows and the promoter's track record in large-scale industrial execution. Sustainability depends on timely project execution and maintaining a low cost of debt.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to interest rate fluctuations due to the capital-intensive nature of solar projects, with debt projected to reach INR 972.2 Cr.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing corporate demand for 'Green Power' is driving the growth of the company's Open Access (11.04 MWp) segment.
Geopolitical Risks
Trade tensions with China could impact the availability and cost of solar cells/modules, which are critical for the EPC segment.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are governed by the Electricity Act 2003, MNRE guidelines for solar projects, and state-specific renewable energy policies in Karnataka and Maharashtra.
Environmental Compliance
The company is inherently ESG-compliant as a renewable energy producer; specific ESG spending figures were not disclosed.
Taxation Policy Impact
Effective tax rate in FY25 was 15% (INR 4.11 Cr tax on INR 27.40 Cr PBT).
Legal Contingencies
Contingent liabilities of INR 411.3 Cr were reported (historically) for loans availed by group entities. A write-off of INR 14.53 Cr was recorded for the liquidation of a foreign subsidiary in FY24.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Execution risk for the 437 MWp pipeline by FY27 could impact revenue by over 50% if delayed. Regulatory changes in solar tariffs or open access charges pose a 10-15% risk to margins.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Over 90% of revenue is derived from Karnataka and Maharashtra, making the company vulnerable to state-specific policy shifts or DISCOM financial health.
Third Party Dependencies
High dependency on external EPC contractors and solar module suppliers for project commissioning.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Rapid improvements in solar cell efficiency (e.g., transition to TopCon or HJT) could make older technology projects less competitive.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Exposure to state DISCOMs (MSEDCL/KREDL) involves risk of payment delays, though historically these have been stable counterparties.