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2021 (12) TMI 345 - Tri - Companies LawSanction of Scheme of Amalgamation - Section 230(1) read with Section 232(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 - HELD THAT - Various directions with regard to holding, convening and dispensing of various meetings issued - directions with regard to issuance of various notices issued. Application disposed off.
Issues:
Application under Sections 230(1) and 232(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 for orders and directions regarding meetings of shareholders and creditors in connection with a Scheme of Amalgamation involving multiple companies. Analysis: The application sought orders and directions related to the Scheme of Amalgamation involving several companies, aiming to streamline administration, enhance business efficiency, and promote overall growth. The Scheme proposed amalgamating multiple companies into a larger entity to achieve economies of scale and operational efficiencies. The Board of Directors of the companies involved had unanimously approved the Scheme. The application detailed the number of equity shareholders and creditors for each company, along with their consents to the Scheme through affidavits. The Tribunal, after considering the submissions and perusing the records, granted the following orders: dispensing with meetings of equity shareholders and creditors of certain companies under Sections 230(1) and 232(1) of the Act. Additionally, separate meetings for creditors of the Transferee Company were directed to be held via video conference for their approval of the Scheme. The mode of voting, issuance of individual notices, advertisement requirements, appointment of Chairperson and Scrutinizer, quorum, proxies, and the Scrutinizer's report were all specified in detail. The Chairperson and Scrutinizer were appointed with specific responsibilities, including verifying compliance with meeting procedures and reporting the results to the Tribunal within specified timelines. Notices and accompanying documents were to be served on relevant authorities, including the Central Government, Registrar of Companies, and Income Tax Department. The applicants were directed to file an affidavit proving the service of notices and compliance with all directions before the scheduled meetings. The Tribunal disposed of the application, referencing it as Company Application (CAA) No. 23/ALD/2021.
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