SAT Grants Interim Stay on SEBI’s Order Against Trafiksol ITS Technologies

The Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) has granted an interim stay on the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) order against Trafiksol ITS Technologies. On December 3, SEBI made an unprecedented decision, instructing Trafiksol ITS Technologies to refund the money paid by investors for subscribing to the company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO). SEBI also directed Trafiksol to return the interest accrued on these funds to the investors who had been allotted shares in the IPO.

Trafiksol Challenges SEBI’s Order

In response to SEBI’s order, Trafiksol ITS Technologies filed an appeal with the SAT. After hearing arguments from both parties, the SAT decided to issue an interim stay on SEBI’s order. The matter is still under active consideration by the SAT.

Allegations Leading to SEBI’s Investigation

SEBI’s order was triggered by a complaint alleging that the objectives of Trafiksol’s IPO included the purchase of software worth nearly ₹18 crore from a vendor with questionable financials. The vendor also failed to file its annual financial statements with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). In light of these concerns, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), in consultation with SEBI, deferred the listing of Trafiksol’s shares and initiated an investigation into the matter.

SEBI’s Findings in the Investigation

SEBI’s investigation revealed potential diversion of funds through misleading objectives outlined in the IPO. The regulator also uncovered discrepancies in the financial statements and the concealment of material facts in Trafiksol’s IPO prospectus, leading to the decision to take action against the company.

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