BSECompany Update26 Sept 2026 · 26 Sept 2026, 04:27 pm
Order of Hon''ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh for Renewal of Key Excise Licences.
Som Distilleries & Breweries Ltd · 507514
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Som Distilleries & Breweries Ltd has received a favourable judgment from the Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh, quashing the order rejecting the company's applications for renewal of its excise licenses. The court has directed the renewal of all manufacturing licenses within 15 days and awarded costs of ₹1 lakh to the company.
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SOM DISTILLERIES AND BREWERIES LIMITED
Registered Office: I-A, Zee Plaza, Arjun Nagar, Safdarjung Enclave, Kamal Cinema Road, New Delhi - 110029
Phone: +91-11-26169909, 26169712 Fax: +91-11-26195897
Corporate Office: SOM House, 23, Zone II, M.P. Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462011
Phone: +91-755-4278827, 4271271 Fax: +91-755-2557470
Email : compliance@somindia.com Website: www.somindia.com
CIN : L74899DL1993PLC052787
(BSE : 507514, NSE : SDBL)
SDBL/BSE/NSE/2026-27 26.09.2026
The Manager, Dy. General Manager,
Listing Department, Department of Corporate Services,
NATIONAL STOCK EXCHANGE OF INDIA BSE LIMITED,
LIMITED
‘Exchange Plaza’ C-1, Block G, 25th Floor, P.J. Towers,
Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E), Dalal Street, Fort,
Mumbai-400 051. Mumbai – 400001.
cmlist@nse.co.in corp.compliance@bseindia.com
Security ID: SDBL Security ID: 507514
SUBJECT: Intimation under Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“Listing Regulations”) – Judgement
passed by Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
Dear Sir / Madam,
Pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015 ("SEBI LODR Regulations") read with Part B of Schedule III thereto, the SEBI Circulars relating to
compliance with the SEBI LODR Regulations and the applicable Industry Standards on disclosure of
material events, we hereby inform you that the Company has received the Judgement passed by the
Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh in connection with a litigation involving the Company.
Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited ("SDBL" or the "Company") is pleased to inform that the
Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh, vide its judgment dated September 24, 2026, has quashed
the order dated June 18, 2026 rejecting the Company's applications for renewal of its excise licences.
The Hon'ble Court has directed renewal of all the Company's manufacturing licences under the
applicable provisions of the Madhya Pradesh Excise Act within 15 days from the order date. The
order marks an important step towards the resumption and normalization of the Company's
operations in Madhya Pradesh.
The Hon'ble High Court has also awarded costs of ₹1 lakh payable to us by the Government of
Madhya Pradesh.
The Hon'ble Court has also ordered and preserved the Company's right to pursue damages/losses
arising from the period of operational closure before an appropriate forum. The judgment has
thereby vindicated the Company's stand throughout the period and demonstrates that there was no
compromise on our corporate governance, ethical standards or commitment to lawful conduct. The
Company consistently acted to protect its legitimate interests and safeguard the interests of all its
stakeholders.
SOM DISTILLERIES AND BREWERIES LIMITED
Registered Office: I-A, Zee Plaza, Arjun Nagar, Safdarjung Enclave, Kamal Cinema Road, New Delhi - 110029
Phone: +91-11-26169909, 26169712 Fax: +91-11-26195897
Corporate Office: SOM House, 23, Zone II, M.P. Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462011
Phone: +91-755-4278827, 4271271 Fax: +91-755-2557470
Email : compliance@somindia.com Website: www.somindia.com
CIN : L74899DL1993PLC052787
(BSE : 507514, NSE : SDBL)
The Company welcomes the clarity provided by the judgment on the renewal of its key excise
licences. The renewal of these licences is an important step towards restoring normal operations at
its Madhya Pradesh facilities and strengthening the Company's ability to serve its markets.
The Company remains focused on:
1. restoration and normalisation of operations;
2. efficient utilisation of its manufacturing capacities;
3. strengthening its product portfolio and distribution network;
4. improving working-capital efficiency;
5. serving consumers and business partners across its markets; and
6. creating sustainable long-term value for all stakeholders.
The Company will work closely with the relevant authorities to complete the renewal process within
the timeframe directed by the Hon'ble Court.
We remain firmly committed to conducting our business in accordance with all applicable legal and
regulatory requirements.
The above information is also being made available on the website of the Company at
www.somindia.com.
The details of the aforesaid matter, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations,
are enclosed herewith as Annexure – A.
Kindly take the same on record.
Thanking you,
FOR SOM DISTILLERIES AND BREWERIES LIMITED
NAKUL KAM SETHI
WHOLE TIME DIRECTOR
DIN:- 06512548
SOM DISTILLERIES AND BREWERIES LIMITED
Registered Office: I-A, Zee Plaza, Arjun Nagar, Safdarjung Enclave, Kamal Cinema Road, New Delhi - 110029
Phone: +91-11-26169909, 26169712 Fax: +91-11-26195897
Corporate Office: SOM House, 23, Zone II, M.P. Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462011
Phone: +91-755-4278827, 4271271 Fax: +91-755-2557470
Email : compliance@somindia.com Website: www.somindia.com
CIN : L74899DL1993PLC052787
(BSE : 507514, NSE : SDBL)
ANNEXURE – “A”
Sr. No. Particulars Details
1. Name of the Court Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh
2. Nature of the litigation Writ Petition (Civil)
3. Date of passing of the 24th September, 2026
Judgement
4. Date of receipt of the 25th September, 2026
Judgement by the
Company
5. Brief details of the Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh, vide its judgment dated September
Judgement 24, 2026, has quashed the order dated June 18, 2026 rejecting the
Company's applications for renewal of its excise licenses.
The Hon'ble Court has directed renewal of all the Company's manufacturing
licenses under the applicable provisions of the Madhya Pradesh Excise Act
within 15 days from the order date.
The Hon'ble Court has also awarded costs of Rs. 1 lakh payable to us by the
Government of Madhya Pradesh.
The Hon'ble Court has also ordered and preserved the Company's right to
pursue damages/losses arising from the period of operational closure
before an appropriate forum.
6. Financial implications, The renewal of these licences is an important step towards restoring
if any normal operations at the Bhopal plant and strengthening the Company's
ability to serve its core markets.
This order is expected to have a positive impact on the financial position
of the company.
7. Impact on the Consequent to the favourable order, the Company will be able to resume
operations or business operations from its Bhopal plant and thus be able to generate sales from
of the Company Madhya Pradesh.
8. Any other information NA