Symphony Founder Gifts 3.43 Lakh Shares Worth ₹20 Crore to Employees' Families
Symphony Limited's Founder Promoter, Achal Anil Bakeri, will gift 3,43,000 equity shares (0.5% of capital), valued at ₹20 crore, to employees' families over four years. This initiative aims to express gratitude to the support network of employees, ex-employees, and housekeeping staff. Necessary SEBI approvals have been obtained.
The gifting of shares represents a significant portion of the promoter's holdings and is a unique initiative, which may positively impact employee morale and corporate image. However, it does not directly impact the company's financials or operations in the short term.
The announcement details a generous gifting of shares by the Founder Promoter to employees' families, which is a positive gesture of appreciation and recognition.
Mr. Achal Anil Bakeri, Founder Promoter, Chairman, and Managing Director of Symphony Limited, has announced a unique initiative to gift a total of approximately 3,43,000 equity shares, representing 0.5% of the company's equity share capital. These shares, valued at approximately ₹20 crore at current market prices, will be transferred from his personal holdings over a span of four years.
The shares will be gifted to the "Next of Kin" of a select group of individuals, including the spouse, parents, or immediate relatives of employees (including ex-employees and housekeeping help) of Symphony Limited and the family office. In exceptional cases, shares may be gifted directly to employees. This initiative is a personal expression of gratitude and appreciation towards the families of employees and support staff, recognizing their vital role in enabling the workforce to excel.
Mr. Bakeri has formally communicated his decision, and Symphony Limited has secured all necessary regulatory approvals, including from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), to facilitate this share gifting in compliance with legal requirements. Katalyst Advisors has acted as the advisor for this transaction and assisted in obtaining SEBI approvals.
The company will make appropriate disclosures to the stock exchanges, including a list of beneficiaries, prior to executing the share transfers, as per SEBI approvals. This initiative is intended to be sustained and thoughtful, symbolising continued appreciation for those who contribute to the organization's success.
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