Ricky Ishwardas Kirpalani acquired 13,78,457 shares of Royal Orchid Hotels via open market transactions, raising his stake from 0% to 5.03% and crossing the 5% disclosure threshold.
A hospitality company operating and managing a diversified portfolio of hotel and resort properties across India. Royal Orchid Hotels Ltd provides accommodation, food and beverage, and related hospitality services through its branded properties, catering to the mid-range and premium segments of travelers. Incorporated in 1986, the company operates as a significant player in India's organized hotel industry with properties in key leisure and business destinations.
Runs one of India's most concentrated disclosed portfolios, a 31%+ stake in Uflex (India's largest flexible packaging company), plus long-term positions in Kama Holdings, Nalwa Sons Investments, and Consolidated Finvest. Total portfolio: ~₹550-640 Cr across just 4 core holdings. Invests in complex industrial conglomerates and holding companies that most investors don't bother to understand, and holds for years. Deep value, low churn, no noise.
