Kirloskar Brothers Limited (KBL) has completed the amalgamation of its subsidiary, The Kolhapur Steel Limited (TKSL), with another material subsidiary, KPML, effective December 5, 2025. TKSL, previously a ‘step down wholly owned unlisted subsidiary,’ has been dissolved. This move streamlines KBL’s corporate structure by eliminating a layer of subsidiaries while KPML remains a material wholly owned unlisted subsidiary.
Amalgamation Effective
Kirloskar Brothers Limited announced the successful completion of the amalgamation of The Kolhapur Steel Limited (TKSL) with KPML, effective December 5, 2025. The Hon’ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench (NCLT) approved the scheme via an order dated November 3, 2025, which was previously announced on November 4, 2025. With all official procedures completed, the amalgamation is now formally in effect.
Details of the Dissolution
As a result of the approved scheme, TKSL, formerly a ‘step down wholly owned unlisted subsidiary’, has been dissolved. KPML continues to function as a ‘material wholly owned unlisted subsidiary’ of Kirloskar Brothers Limited.
Financial Details & Impact
In FY 2024-25, TKSL contributed ₹279 million to the consolidated turnover, which is 0.61% of the company’s total turnover. For the same period, KPML contributed ₹5,743 million, representing 12.78% of the consolidated turnover.
TKSL’s Net Worth was (₹1,036.46) million while KPML’s Net Worth stood at ₹2,735 million.
Rationale of the Amalgamation
This strategic move is aimed at simplifying the corporate structure. There will be no cash consideration or issuance of new shares. The investment of KPML in TKSL will be cancelled on the Scheme becoming effective.
Source: BSE
