VLCC files IPO papers with Sebi
The IPO comprises fresh issuance of equity shares worth Rs 300 crore and an OFS of 89.22 lakh equity shares by promoter and existing shareholders
VLCC Health Care Ltd, one of the largest homegrown beauty and wellness companies in India, has filed preliminary papers with markets regulator Sebi to raise funds through an initial share-sale.
The initial public offer (IPO) comprises fresh issuance of equity shares worth Rs 300 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 89.22 lakh equity shares by promoter and existing shareholders, according to draft red herring prospectus.
The OFS comprises sale of up to 18.83 lakh equity shares by promoter Mukesh Luthra, up to 18.97 lakh equity shares by OIH Mauritius Ltd and 52.42 lakh equity shares by Leon International.
At present, Vandana Luthra and Mukesh Luthra hold 44.35% and 24.37% stake, respectively in the company, Leon International owns 13.65% stake and OIH Mauritius has 5.04% holding in the firm.
Funds raised through the fresh issuance of shares will be used for setting up VLCC Wellness Clinics in India as well as Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, and VLCC Institutes in India.
In addition, proceeds would be utilized for the refurbishment of certain existing VLCC Wellness Clinics in India and GCC region, brand development, investment in digital and information technology infrastructure, and payment of debt.
It may consider a pre-IPO placement aggregating up to Rs 100 crore. If such placement is completed, the fresh issue size will be reduced.