11 months ago
INSCO Completes Acquisition of HNGIL Under Insolvency Process
A company called INSCO, supported by some investors, has taken over a glass manufacturer, HNGIL, that was in debt.
This happened through a legal process called the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.
The deal was approved by a tribunal and other regulatory bodies.
INSCO will now modernize HNGIL's equipment, invest in operations, expand product lines, and boost its competitiveness.
The new leadership plans to work with employees to understand their ideas and align with India's growth goals.
This acquisition concludes a long insolvency case and marks a fresh start for HNGIL.
INSCO completed the acquisition of HNGIL through the IBC process.
The acquisition was approved by the NCLT on August 14, 2025.
The resolution plan was valued at Rs 2,250 crore.
INSCO is led by Kamlesh Madhvani and Shrai Madhvani.
The acquisition aims to modernize operations and expand product lines.
- Who
- INSCO acquired HNGIL.
- What
- INSCO completed the acquisition of debt-ridden HNGIL through the IBC process.
- Where
- The acquisition involves companies in India.
- When
- The acquisition was completed after approval on August 14, 2025.
- Why
- To facilitate the turnaround of HNGIL and modernize its operations.
Key facts
- Acquirer
- Independent Sugar Corporation (INSCO)
- Acquired Company
- Hindustan National Glass & Industries (HNGIL)
- Acquisition Type
- Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) process
- Resolution Plan Value
- Rs 2,250 crore
- Approvals Received
- NCLT, RBI, CCI
- Key Players
- Kamlesh Madhvani, Shrai Madhvani, Cerberus Capital Management, IFC
Quotes
Shrai Madhvani
Chairman of HNG’s newly constituted board
“We firmly believe that employees and workers are the foundation of any successful turnaround. In the coming days, we will engage directly with employees and workers across all locations to understand their ideas and concerns and incorporate their insights into our turnaround blueprint”
CNBC TV 18
“Our vision is not only to restore HNGIL to its former glory but also to align our efforts with the ’Viksit Bharat’ vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, contributing to India’s growth ambitions as a global industrial powerhouse”
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