Halder Venture, a century-old homegrown company involved in agri-processing and rice milling, on Monday marked a significant milestone with the listing of its equity shares on the of India (NSE).
A total of around 1.24 crore equity shares of face value ₹10 each have been listed on the NSE, representing the Kolkata-based company’s entire paid-up equity share capital of ₹12.43 crore.
The company was first listed on the Calcutta Stock Exchange in 1984, followed by its listing on the main board of BSE Limited in 2016, and now joins the NSE Mainboard, India’s largest equity exchange, further strengthening its capital market presence.
Commenting on the development, Keshab Kumar Halder, Managing Director, Halder Venture Limited, said “Our listing on the NSE marks a defining moment in Halder Venture Limited’s century-long journey, from a heritage rice and oil milling enterprise to a professionally governed, scaled agri processing and FMCG-led organization. This milestone significantly enhances our investor visibility, liquidity and institutional engagement.”
The company believes listing of its equity shares on NSE would encourage disciplined capital allocation and create a platform for accelerated growth across various sectors, while generating value for its shareholders.
“It increases access to the capital and equity markets, creating a stronger framework for institutional investors and broader participation. This marks the next chapter in our growth journey, one that will accelerate long-term value creation and enable us to expand our global footprint while staying anchored to strong governance and operational excellence,” Halder added.
The NSE listing follows successful completion of court approved corporate restructuring where several group companies were amalgamated with Halder Venture Limited, including acquisition of the Haldia Unit of K.S. Oil Limited.
The acquisition last year has added a significant edible oil processing capacity to the company’s portfolio and strengthens its manufacturing presence in Eastern India.
The company aims to expand its presence in new geographies across Asia, Africa, and Europe, while deepening domestic penetration of its rice, edible oil, and vegetarian protein meal offerings. Future priorities also include entry into value-added organic foods with assured traceability, agri-tech initiatives and product innovations.