Gautam Adani-backed company signs share purchase agreement with Yashodhan Highways Pvt Ltd & DRN Infrastructure Pvt Ltd
DSIJ Intelligence-1 / 01 Oct 2025/ Categories: Mindshare, Trending
The stock is up by 25 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 2,026.90 per share and has given multibagger returns of over 700 per cent in 5 years.
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), through its wholly-owned subsidiary Adani Road Transport Limited (ARTL), has executed a significant move in the infrastructure sector by signing share purchase agreements. This action involves ARTL acquiring a 100 per cent stake in two distinct entities: Yashodhan Highways Private Limited (YHPL) and KN Highways Development Private Limited (KNHDPL). The agreements were made with the respective target companies and their existing shareholder, DRN Infrastructure Private Limited (DRN). This strategic acquisition is subject to obtaining necessary regulatory approvals and fulfilling customary conditions precedent, signalling AEL's intent to substantially expand its footprint in the road transport and highways development sector.
The acquisition of complete ownership in both YHPL and KNHDPL by ARTL is aimed at securing full control over the newly acquired assets and operations. A key term of the agreements grants ARTL significant special rights, including the right to appoint directors, the first right to share subscription in case of any future share issuances, and the right to restrict any change in the capital structure of the acquired entities. As of the execution date, ARTL held no prior shareholding in either YHPL or KNHDPL. This complete takeover underscores AEL's commitment to consolidating its presence and boosting its development capabilities within India's road infrastructure landscape, with the transactions being a clear mechanism for corporate growth and expansion.
About Adani Enterprises Ltd
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, has a long history of developing critical infrastructure businesses in India, subsequently divesting them into independently listed entities. AEL has a strong track record of creating large-scale, successful companies such as Adani Ports & SEZ, Adani Energy Solutions, Adani Power, Adani Green Energy and Adani Total Gas, significantly contributing to India's self-Reliance and delivering substantial shareholder returns for three decades. Looking ahead, AEL's strategic investments are focused on high-growth sectors with significant value unlocking potential, including the green hydrogen ecosystem, airport management, data centres, roads and primary industries like copper and petrochemicals.
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A strong performer with a market cap of Rs 2.87 lakh crore, the company has consistently delivered impressive profit growth of 37 per cent CAGR over the last 5 years. According to the Quarterly Results (Q1FY26) and annual results (FY25), the company posted amazing numbers. The stock is up by 25 per cent from its 52-week low of Rs 2,026.90 per share and has given multibagger returns of over 700 per cent in 5 years.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.