Petronet LNG: Action Required for Unclaimed Dividends and Shares Transfer to IEPF
Petronet LNG is notifying shareholders about the compulsory transfer of unpaid dividends (FY 2018-19 Final, FY 2019-20 Special Interim) and related shares to the IEPF. Shareholders must claim by September 30, 2026, and November 30, 2026, respectively. Failure to do so will result in transfer to IEPF.
This announcement pertains to unclaimed dividends and shares, which is a routine regulatory compliance matter. It does not directly impact the company's current operations, financial performance, or strategic direction.
The announcement is a regulatory compliance notification regarding the transfer of unclaimed dividends and shares to the IEPF. While it requires action from shareholders, it does not inherently present positive or negative financial news for the company itself.
Petronet LNG Limited has issued a communication to its shareholders regarding the compulsory transfer of unpaid/unclaimed Final Dividend for the Financial Year 2018-19 and Special Interim Dividend for FY 2019-20, along with equity shares related to these unclaimed dividends, to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
This action is in compliance with Section 124(5) and 124(6) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016. Dividends remaining unpaid or unclaimed for seven years are to be transferred to the IEPF, and similarly, shares in respect of which dividend has not been paid or claimed for seven consecutive years are also liable for transfer.
The last date for claiming the unpaid/unclaimed dividend for Final Dividend for FY 2018-19 is September 30, 2026, and for Special Interim Dividend for FY 2019-20 is November 30, 2026. Shareholders are urged to claim their dividends and shares by submitting the necessary documentation, including updated bank details and relevant forms, to the company's Registrar and Transfer Agent, M/s Bigshare Services Private Limited, or the company's registered office.
Failure to claim these dividends by the stipulated deadlines will result in their transfer to the IEPF. The company has provided detailed instructions and links on its website for shareholders to claim their dues and update their information to avoid this transfer. A special window for the transfer and dematerialisation of physical securities sold/purchased prior to April 01, 2019, is also open from February 05, 2026, to February 04, 2027.
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