Jagran Prakashan Releases Q2 Financial Results; Profit stands at 5,349.92 Lakhs Standalone

Jagran Prakashan Releases Q2 Financial Results; Profit stands at 5,349.92 Lakhs Standalone​

Jagran Prakashan Limited announced its Unaudited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The results reflect the company's operational performance across various segments while management continues to navigate ongoing corporate litigation.

The company has also confirmed that it paid an interim dividend of Rs 10 per equity share, representing a 500% payment on the face value of Rs 2 for the financial year ending March 31, 2026.

Financial Performance Highlights​

Standalone Results (Quarter ended June 30, 2026)
The company reported Total Income of 46,587.11 lakhs against Total expenses of 39,570.68 lakhs. This resulted in a Profit for the period of 5,349.92 lakhs.


Consolidated Results (Quarter ended June 30, 2026)
On a consolidated basis, Jagran Prakashan reported Total Income of 53,105.77 lakhs. The Group incurred Total expenses amounting to 45,006.65 lakhs, leading to a Profit for the period of 6,123.15 lakhs.

Segment Revenue Breakdown​

The Group operates in several segments including printing and publishing of newspapers and periodicals, FM radio business under the 'Radio City' brand, and other activities encompassing outdoor advertising and event management. The consolidated segment revenue stands as follows:

Governance and Corporate Matters​

The financial results are published against the backdrop of ongoing litigation concerning governance matters within the company.

As disclosed in the filings, a petition was filed with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) on July 10, 2023, by Mr Mahendra Mohan Gupta and Mr Shailesh Gupta regarding certain promoters and promoter group members. This litigation is currently pending before the NCLT.

Furthermore, the company had scheduled an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) on May 29, 2026, to consider resolutions for the removal of 7 independent directors and 1 whole-time director following a special notice received from shareholder Jagran Media Network Investment Private Limited. The implementation of these resolutions was directed by the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), in an order dated May 26, 2026, to be kept in abeyance until the outcome of the petition pending before the NCLT.

Jagran Media Network Investment Private Limited subsequently filed an appeal against the NCLAT’s ruling with the Supreme Court, which was scheduled for a hearing on August 10, 2026.

The company has also addressed impairment losses in its operations; during the year ended March 31, 2026, an impairment loss of 1750.00 lakhs was recorded concerning Midday Infomedia Limited. Additionally, the Group recognized an impairment loss of Rs 50.69 Lakh related to a subsidiary in the Leet OOH Media Private Limited.

JAGRAN Stock Price Movement​

On Wednesday, Jagran Prakashan Limited stock settled at ₹63.55 after edges up to achieve a 0.24% gain. The shares traded for a volume of 144,334 as the market concluded its session.