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M K C Agro Fresh Limited

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The company has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with SEBI. SEBI reviews it before the IPO can go ahead.

First filed
11 Sep 2026
2 documents
Main document
567 pages
Draft Red Herring Prospectus
Claims fact-checked
43
9 low34 clear
Updates since first filing
1
Amendments, abridged prospectus & more

The short version

Start here. The story in a few minutes, with every fact tied to the page it came from.

Forget the hype: the real story behind the MKC Agro Fresh IPO isn't about fancy projections. What you need to know is that the official documents for this offering lack the crucial operational details—the actual procurement, sorting, and grading processes—that define this company's entire business model.

AI-written summary of M K C Agro Fresh Limited's filings. Verify against the source documents.

The equity share offer is structured across several segments, including Fresh Issue and Offer for Sale, categorized into QIB, Non-Institutional, and Retail portions. Crucially, the rules reserve specific allocations for domestic Mutual Funds and Life Insurance Companies.

  • The offer includes a Fresh Issue component up to 99,99,000 Equity Shares. p.76
  • The offer includes an Offer for Sale component up to 68,11,751 Equity Shares. p.76
  • 40% of the Anchor Investor Portion is reserved for allocation to domestic Mutual Funds. p.76
  • 6.67% of the Anchor Investor Portion is reserved for allocation to Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds. p.76

The rules impose strict limitations on the Net QIB portion, specifically reserving 5% for allocation exclusively to Mutual Funds, while ensuring a minimum 15% availability for Non-Institutional Bidders.

  • 5% of the Net QIB Portion is available for allocation to Mutual Funds only. p.78
  • Not less than 15% of the Offer shall be available for allocation to Non-Institutional Bidders. p.76

The allocation for Non-Institutional Bidders is further segmented, with one-third reserved for applicants with smaller application sizes, specifically between ₹2.00 lakhs to ₹10.00 lakhs.

  • One-third of the Non-Institutional Portion is reserved for applicants with application size between ₹2.00 lakhs to ₹10.00 lakhs. p.76

The document mandates that allocation to all bidder categories, excluding Anchor Investors, must be done on a proportionate basis, contingent upon receiving bids at or above the specified Offer Price.

  • Allocation to each Retail Individual Bidder shall not be less than the minimum Bid Lot. p.78

We need to look closely at the share capital structure. The authorized share capital stands at 3,96,16,310 equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each. Prior to the offer, the issued, subscribed, and paid-up share capital was 2,96,16,316 equity shares.

  • Authorized share capital is 3,96,16,310 Equity Shares with a face value of ₹10/- each. p.103
  • Issued, subscribed & paid-up share capital prior to the offer was 2,96,16,316 Equity Shares. p.103

The company has a history of equity share allotments, with rights issues occurring on several dates. Specifically, a rights issue involved 7,85,800 equity shares on March 31, 2015, followed by another on May 22, 2015, involving 4,31,200 shares.

  • A rights issue was undertaken on March 31, 2015, involving 7,85,800 equity shares. p.108
  • A rights issue occurred on May 22, 2015, involving 4,31,200 equity shares. p.108

The structure shows various transactions involving selling shareholders. For instance, the Wealth Company Alternates Trust – India Inflection Opportunity Fund is listed as a selling shareholder with a maximum offered shares of 53,30,935, alongside individuals like Sajjad Hussain and Amna.

  • Wealth Company Alternates Trust – India Inflection Opportunity Fund is listed as a selling shareholder with a maximum offered shares of 53,30,935. p.104
  • Sajjad Hussain is listed as a selling shareholder with a maximum offered shares of 7,40,408. p.104
  • Amna is listed as a selling shareholder with a maximum offered shares of 7,40,408. p.104

We need to look at the litigation history. The DRHP asserts there are no outstanding criminal proceedings or material civil litigation against the company or its group companies. However, we must check the specific claims made against the company's processes.

  • No outstanding criminal proceedings were found. p.462

Despite the lack of criminal proceedings, there are specific civil suits noted. A civil suit was filed by Pravin Tarachand Agarwal against NAFED concerning a composite tender, and the adjudication of this civil suit and its interim relief applications is currently pending.

  • A civil suit was filed by Pravin Tarachand Agarwal against NAFED challenging a composite tender, and the adjudication is pending. fact-check

The disclosure details several instances where the company faced disputes under the Negotiable Instruments Act. This includes complaints filed against Mr. Vahid Sadi and others for the dishonor of a cheque amounting to ₹5.00 lakh, and another complaint against Mr. Aman Kumar for the dishonor of two cheques, each for ₹25.00 lakh.

  • A complaint under Sections 138 and 142 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 was filed against Mr. Vahid Sadi and others regarding a dishonour of a cheque for ₹5.00 lakh. p.465
  • A complaint under Sections 138 and 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 was filed against Mr. Aman Kumar regarding the dishonour of two cheques for ₹25.00 lakh each. p.465

Furthermore, the filing documents mention outstanding dues to creditors. These dues are considered material if they exceed ₹55.96 lakhs as of March 31, 2026, requiring specific disclosure.

  • Outstanding dues to creditors exceeding ₹55.96 lakhs as of March 31, 2026, were considered as 'material outstanding dues' for disclosure. p.462

We look at past regulatory failures. The company has faced criminal proceedings under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Furthermore, there is a documented instance where an erroneous tax computation occurred, where the assessed income was incorrectly taken as ₹10,480.23 lakh instead of the correct figure of ₹2965.94 lakh, leading to an incorrect demand of ₹3270.26 lakh.

  • Criminal proceedings noted under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. p.49
  • Erroneous tax computation involving an income discrepancy. p.49

The company has also shown repeated delays in fulfilling statutory obligations. This includes late filing of GST returns and delayed payments for provident fund and ESIC dues across Fiscal Years 2026, 2025, and 2024. Additionally, prior to May 2026, the company reportedly failed to make payments towards Labour Welfare Fund and Professional Tax because requisite registrations were not obtained.

  • Delays in payment of GST, Provident Fund, and ESIC dues across FY 2026, 2025, and 2024. p.53
  • Failure to make payments towards Labour Welfare Fund and Professional Tax prior to May 2026. p.53

Concerns also exist regarding the company's adherence to the Companies Act, 2013. Specifically, there are noted instances of non-compliance with certain provisions, and adjudication applications have been filed with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) concerning issues related to Sections 42(8) and 42(9) of the Companies Act.

  • Non-compliance with certain provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. p.54
  • Adjudication applications filed with RoC regarding Sections 42(8) and 42(9) of the Companies Act. p.54

Bottom line

In summary, the IPO process involved complex allocation rules reserving shares for various investor categories, alongside a history of share allotments and transactions with selling shareholders. Furthermore, the investigation uncovered significant regulatory scrutiny, including pending civil suits, past disputes under the Negotiable Instruments Act, and documented failures in adhering to statutory obligations and tax computations.

Red flags & fact-checks

We looked up selected claims from the filing (promoters, court cases, subsidiaries) on the open web. Here is what we found.

  • LowSubsidiary

    Puretrop Fruits Limited

    95% confidence
    What the filing says

    Puretrop Fruits Limited is engaged in the processing and export of fruits and vegetables for domestic and international markets.

    What we found

    The search results corroborate the claim by stating that Freshtrop Fruits Limited specializes in processing and exporting fruits and vegetables for both global and domestic markets. Several sources confirm the company's operations in this sector.

  • LowSubsidiary

    M K C Fruits India Private Limited

    95% confidence
    What the filing says

    The company was originally incorporated as a private limited company in the name of ‘M K C Fruits India Private Limited’ under the provisions of Companies Act, 1956 on February 11, 2009.

    What we found

    The search results corroborate the claim by stating that the company was incorporated in February 2009 under the name ‘M K C Fruits India Private Limited’. This matches the claim regarding the incorporation date and original name.

  • LowRegulatory

    Narnolia Financial Services Limited

    90% confidence
    What the filing says

    Narnolia Financial Services Limited was issued a certificate of registration by SEBI as Merchant Banker Category I with registration no. INM000010791.

    What we found

    Search results corroborate the claim by mentioning Narnolia Financial Services Limited and referencing the registration number INM000010791 in the context of an offer management role. One result specifically mentions the company registered with SEBI under this number acting as the Manager to the Offer.

  • LowRegulatory

    M K C Agro Fresh Limited

    80% confidence
    What the filing says

    Material documents for inspection include a Resolution of the Board of Directors dated September 04, 2026, taking on record and approving the Draft Red Herring Prospectus for filing with SEBI and the Stock Exchanges.

    What we found

    The search results confirm that M K C Agro Fresh Ltd has filed draft papers with SEBI for an IPO, which is related to the claim about filing the DRHP. However, the search results do not mention a specific Board Resolution dated September 04, 2026, approving the DRHP.

  • LowRegulatory

    M K C Agro Fresh Limited

    70% confidence
    What the filing says

    Material documents for inspection include a Resolution of the Board of Directors dated September 04, 2026, taking on record and approving this Draft Red Herring Prospectus for filing with SEBI and the Stock Exchanges.

    What we found

    The search results confirm that M K C Agro Fresh Ltd has filed draft papers with SEBI for an IPO, which is consistent with the general context of the claim. However, the search results do not mention a specific Board Resolution dated September 04, 2026, approving the DRHP as stated in the claim.

  • LowSubsidiary

    Sahyadri Farms Post Harvest Care Limited

    60% confidence
    What the filing says

    Sahyadri Farms Post Harvest Care Limited operates as a farmer-owned integrated fruits and vegetables platform.

    What we found

    The search results indicate that Sahyadri Farms Post Harvest Care Limited is involved in agricultural business and finance, is a subsidiary of a Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), and has recognition from an export packaging company. However, none of the provided snippets explicitly state that the company operates as a 'farmer-owned integrated fruits and vegetables platform'.

Inside the filing

Section-by-section summaries of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. Turn on Detailed view at the top to expand everything.

What the company does and how it got here

Business & industry

What the company actually does, its customers, competition and the industry it sells into.

pp. 150–264

This section primarily discusses the macroeconomic environment, including global growth projections and the impact of geopolitical conflicts, particularly the US-Israel-Iran tensions, on various regions. It details how supply and demand shocks, such as disruptions to oil, shipping, and insurance, are affecting different sectors and economies. The text outlines specific impacts on regions like the Middle East, Latin America, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Asia-Pacific, noting varying degrees of vulnerability to these shocks.

Key points (263, showing 60)

  • Industry and market data used in this section has been derived from the “Industry Report on Fruits & Fruit Concentrate” dated August 2026 prepared by Dun & Bradstreet Information Services India Private Limited. p.150
  • Global growth is projected at 3.1% in 2026, 3.2% in 2027, and 3.2% in 2028, which is slower than the recent pace of about 3.4% in CY 2024–25 and expected to settle at approximately that rate over the medium term below the historical average of 3.7% during 2000–19. p.151
  • Global headline inflation is expected to rise to 4.4% in 2026 and decline to 3.7% in 2027. p.151
  • The conflict involving US, Israel and Iran is functioning as a global supply and confidence shock, with oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz reduced to a trickle. p.151
  • Shipping disruptions and insurance constraints are translating into higher landed costs, supply chain delays, and greater output risks for energy-intensive manufacturing. p.153

History & corporate structure

How the company came to be: key milestones, subsidiaries, acquisitions and restructurings.

pp. 302–336

The company's history began with its incorporation as a private limited company in 2009, followed by name changes and a conversion to a public limited company in 2011. The company has undergone several changes to its authorized share capital over the years. Key operational milestones include the establishment of a Controlled Atmosphere (CA) cold chain facility and the commencement of import operations, alongside various awards and recognitions. The company currently has two subsidiaries: MKC Agro Fresh (BD) Limited and M K C Humanness Welfare Foundation, and no joint ventures or associates are currently reported.

Key points (88, showing 60)

  • The company was originally incorporated as a private limited company in the name of ‘M K C Fruits India Private Limited’ under the provisions of Companies Act, 1956 on February 11, 2009. p.302
  • The name of the company was changed to ‘M K C Agro Fresh Private Limited’ following a board resolution dated November 21, 2011. p.302
  • The company was converted into a public limited company on November 23, 2011, and a fresh certificate of conversion was issued on November 28, 2011. p.302
  • The registered office of the company was changed on December 17, 2019, from G 190, Dilshad Colony, Near Jamamasjid, Old Simapuri Delhi – 110095, India to C-80, Ground Floor, New Subzi Mandi, Azadpur, Delhi – 110033, India. p.302
  • The authorized share capital was increased multiple times between September 2010 and May 2026. p.303

The IPO terms and where the money goes

Cover & definitions

Headline offer terms and the glossary the rest of the document relies on.

pp. 8–48

This section defines various terms and abbreviations used in the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. It specifies that 'Our Company' refers to M K C Agro Fresh Limited, a public limited company incorporated under the Companies Act, 1956, with its registered office in Delhi. It also defines key personnel such as the Managing Director, Key Managerial Personnel, and the Promoters. Furthermore, it details terms related to the offer process, including different types of shareholders and the mechanism for making bids.

Key points (49)

  • The company referred to is M K C Agro Fresh Limited, a public limited company. p.8
  • The registered office address for the company is C-80, Ground Floor, New Subzi Mandi, Azadpur, North Delhi - 110033, Delhi, India. p.8
  • The Corporate Identification Number (CIN) of the company is U15122DL2009PLC187481. p.9
  • The Registrar of Companies is Registrar of Companies, Delhi. p.10
  • The company has two Subsidiaries: MKC Agro Fresh (BD) Limited and M K C Humanness Welfare Foundation. p.11

The offer

How many shares are being sold, by whom, and on what terms.

pp. 76–102

The introduction details the structure of the equity share offer, which includes provisions for Fresh Issue and Offer for Sale, categorized into QIB and Non-Institutional and Retail portions. The offer structure reserves a portion of the Anchor Investor segment for allocation to domestic Mutual Funds and Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds. Furthermore, the rules specify how the Net QIB portion is divided for allocation to various QIBs, with a specific percentage reserved for Mutual Funds. The document also outlines various conditions regarding the allocation of shares, including spill-over provisions and minimum bid lots for different bidder categories.

Key points (56)

  • The offer involves equity shares with a face value of ₹10/- each. p.76
  • The offer includes a Fresh Issue component up to 99,99,000 Equity Shares. p.76
  • The offer includes an Offer for Sale component up to 68,11,751 Equity Shares. p.76
  • 40% of the Anchor Investor Portion is reserved for allocation to domestic Mutual Funds. p.76
  • 6.67% of the Anchor Investor Portion is reserved for allocation to Life Insurance Companies and Pension Funds. p.76

Capital structure

Who owns what today, past share issues and what the shareholding looks like after the IPO.

pp. 103–127

The section details the authorized, issued, and present offer share capital structure. It specifies the authorized share capital, the amount of equity shares issued prior to the offer, and the details related to the current offer, including provisions for fresh issue and offer for sale. Furthermore, it outlines the process and eligibility criteria for the offer for sale by selling shareholders.

Key points (38)

  • The authorized share capital is 3,96,16,310 Equity Shares having a face value of ₹ 10/- each. p.103
  • The issued, subscribed & paid-up share capital prior to the offer is 2,96,16,316 Equity Shares having a face value of ₹10/- each. p.103
  • The company has only one class of share capital, which is Equity Shares of face value of ₹10/- each, and all Equity Shares are ranked pari-passu. p.104
  • The company does not have any outstanding convertible instruments pending conversion as of the date of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. p.104
  • The Wealth Company Alternates Trust – India Inflection Opportunity Fund is listed as a selling shareholder with a maximum offered shares of 53,30,935. p.104

Use of proceeds

What the money raised will be spent on: growth, debt repayment or promoters cashing out.

pp. 128–149

The Offer involves a Fresh Issue of 99,99,000 Equity Shares and an Offer for Sale of 68,11,751 Equity Shares. The main objects of the offer are to enable the company to undertake its existing business activities and to fund activities related to borrowings. The Net Proceeds from the offer are proposed to be utilized for repayment of certain borrowings and for general corporate purposes. The utilization of funds is subject to various factors and compliance requirements, including the amount for general corporate purposes not exceeding 25% of the Gross Proceeds.

Key points (40)

  • The Offer comprises a Fresh Issue of 99,99,000 Equity Shares and an Offer for Sale of 68,11,751 Equity Shares. p.128
  • The object of the Offer for Sale is to allow Selling Shareholders to sell Equity Shares held by them. p.128
  • The Net Proceeds are proposed to be used for the repayment and/or pre-payment of certain borrowings availed by the Company. p.129
  • The Net Proceeds are proposed to be used for General Corporate Purposes. p.129
  • The amount utilised for general corporate purposes shall not exceed 25% of the Gross Proceeds. p.129

The numbers behind the story

Financial information

Revenue, profit, debt, cash flow and the auditors' notes behind them.

pp. 337–406

The text discusses the definition of 'group companies' under SEBI ICDR Regulations, which includes companies with which related party transactions occurred or companies deemed material by the Board. Freshofast Agro Private Limited was identified as a group company. The text also details the availability of financial information from Freshofast Agro Private Limited for fiscal years 2026, 2025, and 2024, and clarifies the scope of the financial information provided.

Key points (185, showing 60)

  • Freshofast Agro Private Limited has been identified as the group company. p.337
  • Financial information derived from the audited financial statements of Freshofast Agro Private Limited for Fiscals 2026, 2025, and 2024 is available on the company's website. p.337
  • Property, Plant and Equipment as at March 31, 2026 was Rs. 3,463.89 Lakhs p.343
  • Inventories as at March 31, 2026 were Rs. 7,928.00 Lakhs p.343
  • Trade Receivables as at March 31, 2026 were Rs. 7,109.71 Lakhs p.343

Who runs and controls the company

Promoters

The people or entities controlling the company, and what else they own.

pp. 49–75

The section details various aspects related to the company's legal and regulatory standing, including proceedings against the company, litigation, and instances of delayed statutory payments. The company has faced criminal proceedings related to the Motor Vehicles Act, and there are no outstanding litigations involving group companies as of the DRHP date. Furthermore, the company has experienced delays in filing and paying various statutory dues such as GST, Provident Fund, and ESIC returns across recent fiscal years. There are also concerns regarding the company's inability to manage growth effectively and risks associated with supply chain disruptions and regulatory changes.

Key points (22)

  • Criminal proceedings against the Company were noted under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. p.49
  • A case involved an erroneous tax computation where the assessed income was incorrectly taken as Rs. 10,480.23 lakh instead of Rs. 2965.94 lakh, leading to an incorrect demand of Rs. 3270.26 lakh, which was later rectified. p.49
  • The company has preferred an appeal before the Commissioner of Income-tax (Appeals) challenging additions made in an assessment order, which is pending adjudication. p.49
  • There are no outstanding litigations involving the Group Companies that may have a material impact on the Company as of the date of the Draft Red Herring Prospectus. p.49
  • The company has experienced delays in payment of statutory dues, including late filing of GST returns and delayed payment of provident fund and ESIC dues across Fiscal Years 2026, 2025, and 2024. p.53

Management & board

Directors and senior management: who they are, their background and pay.

pp. 265–301

The company operates a primary CA storage and processing facility in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, which was commissioned in 2015 using imported equipment. The facility encompasses various infrastructure components, including storage chambers, processing lines, and various machinery. Performance metrics show that the various processing units maintain high capacity utilization across different fiscal years, as certified by a Chartered Engineer.

Key points (72, showing 60)

  • The Warud Orange Packhouse shows a capacity utilization of 87.66% in Fiscal 2024, 89.22% in Fiscal 2025, and 89.82% in Fiscal 2026. p.269
  • The Narkanda Apple Facility shows a capacity utilization of 86.88% in Fiscal 2024, 92.22% in Fiscal 2025, and 91.11% in Fiscal 2026. p.269
  • The Sahibabad Ripening Facility shows a capacity utilization of 86.16% in Fiscal 2024, 89.17% in Fiscal 2025, and 91.87% in Fiscal 2026. p.269
  • The Azadpur Storage Facility shows a capacity utilization of 90.00% in Fiscal 2024, 83.50% in Fiscal 2025, and 87.50% in Fiscal 2026. p.269
  • The company operates as a trader at its APMC mandi facilities in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, and Azadpur, Delhi. p.270

Related-party transactions

Business done between the company and people or firms connected to its owners.

pp. 407–461

This section details various financial information, including accounting ratios and outstanding financial indebtedness. It provides context on the financial statements available and outlines the structure of borrowings, including secured and non-secured loans. A significant portion of the data relates to loans from related parties, which is detailed in the financial indebtedness summary.

Key points (101, showing 60)

  • Details of Related Party Transactions for Fiscal 2026, 2025, and 2024 are provided in the 'Restated Consolidated Financial Information' starting on page 333. p.407
  • Total Borrowings as of March 31, 2026, were ₹21,636.49 lakhs. p.408
  • Total Equity as of March 31, 2026, was ₹14,984.32 lakhs. p.408
  • Total Secured Loans as of July 31, 2026, amounted to ₹29,275.25 lakhs, with an outstanding amount of ₹23,817.24 lakhs. p.409
  • Unsecured Loans from Related Parties were noted as N.A. (Not Applicable) with an amount of ₹2,323.77 lakhs. p.409

Updates since the first filing

Addenda, corrigenda and the abridged prospectus, newest first.

  1. DAPAbridged prospectus (DAP)· 14 pagesOpen document

    An earlier full draft. The main analysis above reflects the latest version; open the document to compare.

Source documents

Every page reference on this site links to the original SEBI PDF.

DocumentSource
DRHPDraft Red Herring Prospectus
M K C AGRO FRESH LIMITED - DRHP · 11 Sep 2026
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DAPAbridged prospectus (DAP)
M K C AGRO FRESH LIMITED - DRHP · 11 Sep 2026
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