Patanjali Foods Announces First Ever Bonus Issue of 2:1

Patanjali Foods Ltd., formerly known as Ruchi Soya, has declared its first-ever bonus issue in a 2:1 ratio. The board approved the move during its meeting held on July 17, 2025. Shareholders will receive 2 additional shares for each 1 share held, although the record date is still pending announcement.

First Ever 2:1 Bonus Issue Approved by Patanjali Foods

Patanjali Foods has confirmed a bonus issue in the ratio of 2:1, meaning shareholders will get 2 bonus shares for every 1 held on the record date. This strategic step, aimed at rewarding shareholders, marks the first time such an initiative has been undertaken by the company. Details such as the record date will be communicated in due course, as per the company’s exchange filing on July 17, 2025.

Patanjali Foods' Acquisition and Business History

Originally operating as Ruchi Soya, the company was acquired by Patanjali Ayurved in 2019 for ₹4,350 crore through the insolvency process. The rebranded entity, Patanjali Foods, later launched a Follow-on Public Offer (FPO) in 2022, raising ₹4,300 crore. A large portion of the proceeds was utilised to clear existing debt from the Ruchi Soya operations.

Dividend Distribution Record

The company has maintained a consistent record of distributing dividends prior to this bonus issue. It paid interim dividends of ₹8 per share in November 2023 and ₹6 per share in March 2024. Additionally, it declared a final dividend of ₹6 in September 2023 and ₹5 in September 2022.

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Patanjali Foods Share Price Performance

On July 17, 2025, Patanjali Foods share price opened at ₹1,853.00 on NSE, below the previous close of ₹1,859.60. During the day, it surged to ₹1,876.00 and dipped to ₹1,846.10. The stock is trading at ₹1,867.40 as of 12:35 PM. The stock registered a marginal change of 0.42%.

Over the past week, it has moved up by 12.14%, over the past month, it has moved up by 14.17%, and over the past 3 months, it has declined by 5.36%.

Conclusion

Patanjali Foods' first-ever 2:1 bonus share issue highlights a significant milestone in the company's shareholder reward strategy. With increasing investor interest and a strong dividend history, this corporate action further supports long-term value creation for stakeholders.

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