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- India Gelatine & Chemicals Limited manufactures and sells gelatin-based chemical products, including edible gelatin, photographic gelatin, technical gelatin, pharmaceutical gelatin, ossein, di-calcium phosphate, and marine collagen under the Everpure Life brand; it operates a state-of-the-art production facility in Vapi, Gujarat, and exports to the Far East, Europe, USA, Japan, Korea, Middle East, Indonesia, and other international markets. Incorporated in 1973 and headquartered in Mumbai, India, with a registered office in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the company serves industries such as food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, photography, cosmetics, and animal feed. In December 2024, Pioneer Jellice India Private Limited and Ashok Matches and Timber Industries Private Limited acquired 39.42% of the company's equity shares through a share purchase agreement, taking management control on January 31, 2025, which led to a board reconstitution including new nominee and independent directors, while existing directors resigned; Narmada Gelatines Limited, promoted by the acquirers, purchased an additional 14.14% stake via a bulk deal on the same date. Most recently, in November 2025, the company announced leadership changes with Mr. Abhay Kumar Jha resigning as Whole Time Director effective November 30, 2025, and Mr. P. Velmurugan appointed as Additional Director and Whole Time Director effective December 1, 2025, subject to shareholder approval via postal ballot, accompanied by board committee restructuring.