IHCL to merge Oriental Hotels in share-swap; appointed in 2027
IHCL has approved combining with its associate Oriental Hotels through a scheme of arrangement using an exchange ratio of 25 IHCL shares for every 117 OHL shares. The deal is subject to statutory approvals, with an appointed date of 1 April 2027 and completion targeted for the second half of FY28. OHL runs seven hotels with 825 rooms, and the merger is expected to create long-term value for shareholders.