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Chandigarh: RSB Retail India Limited, a leading South India-based multi-format apparel retailer, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an upcoming Initial Public Offering (IPO). The proposed issue comprises a fresh issue of equity shares worth ₹500 crore and an offer for sale (OFS) of up to 2.98 crore equity shares by existing shareholders.
The IPO is expected to provide the company with growth capital for store expansion, debt reduction, and corporate needs, while also offering an exit route to its early stakeholders.
IPO Structure
According to the DRHP, the fresh issue of ₹500 crore will be primarily utilized for:
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₹275 crore towards repayment or prepayment of certain loan facilities availed by the company.
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₹118 crore earmarked for setting up new stores under its well-known R.S. Brothers and South India Shopping Mall formats.
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The balance will go towards general corporate purposes.
The offer for sale (OFS) portion will see a divestment by a group of selling shareholders, including Potti Venkateswarlu, Seerna Rajamouli, Tiruveedhula Prasada Rao, Potti Venkata Sai Abhinay, Seerna Suresh, Tiruveedhula Rakesh, Tiruveedhula Keshav Gupta, Maturu Venkata Lakshmi Sindhu, Gourishetty Lalitha, and Potti Malathi Lakshmi Kumari.
The promoters of the company are Potti Venkateswarlu, Seerna Rajamouli, Tiruveedhula Prasada Rao, Potti Venkata Sai Abhinay, Seerna Suresh, Tiruveedhula Rakesh, and Tiruveedhula Keshav Gupta.
RSB Retail: A Growing Apparel Retailer
Incorporated in 2008, RSB Retail India traces its origins back to 1999, when the first R.S. Brothers store was launched in Koti, Hyderabad, Telangana. Over the years, the company has expanded rapidly, growing into a multi-format retailer catering to diverse customer segments—premium, mid-premium, and value.
As of March 31, 2025, RSB Retail operated 73 stores across 22 cities in three South Indian states — Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. Its store portfolio spans five well-recognized formats:
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South India Shopping Mall – focused on large family shopping experiences.
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R.S. Brothers – the flagship chain known for ethnic and festive wear.
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Kanchipuram Narayani Silks – targeting premium saree buyers.
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Dè Royal – catering to aspirational formal and party wear.
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Value Zone Hyper Mart – positioned towards value-conscious shoppers.
This multi-format strategy enables RSB Retail to capture a broad spectrum of demand across demographics and income groups.
Financial Performance
RSB Retail India Limited has demonstrated consistent growth over recent years. In Fiscal 2025, the company reported revenue from operations of ₹2,694 crore, representing a CAGR of 12.55% between FY23 and FY25. The company’s profit after tax (PAT) stood at ₹104.4 crore in FY25, reflecting improving operational efficiency and profitability.
Analysts note that the steady revenue growth, coupled with expansion plans funded by IPO proceeds, positions RSB Retail to strengthen its market share further in South India’s fast-growing apparel segment.
South India: A Key Apparel Market
South India remains a lucrative region for apparel retail, accounting for 28% of the total apparel market in India. The segment was valued at ₹1,723 billion in FY24 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12%, reaching ₹3,050 billion by FY29.
Within this market, traditional wear, festive attire, and everyday family-oriented shopping formats continue to drive footfalls. RSB Retail, with its strong brand recall and presence in key South Indian cities, is well-positioned to capitalize on this growing demand.
Industry experts believe that with rising disposable incomes, increasing urbanization, and the shift toward branded and organized retail, apparel chains like RSB Retail have significant headroom for growth.
Lead Managers and Market Outlook
The IPO will be managed by Motilal Oswal Investment Advisors Limited, HDFC Bank Limited, and IIFL Capital Services Limited, who have been appointed as the Book Running Lead Managers (BRLMs) to the issue.
Market observers suggest that the offering will be closely watched by investors, given the strong growth of the apparel retail sector and the company’s established presence in South India. The IPO is also expected to benefit from the favorable sentiment towards retail and consumer-focused businesses in India’s equity markets.
The proposed public issue will not only strengthen RSB Retail’s balance sheet but also provide it with the resources to expand its footprint and enhance competitiveness in a sector witnessing heightened activity from both domestic and international players.
Conclusion
RSB Retail’s IPO filing marks another significant development in India’s vibrant capital markets, which have witnessed robust activity in 2025. For investors, the company offers a compelling story — a mix of strong regional dominance, multi-format retailing expertise, healthy financial performance, and a presence in one of India’s most promising consumer markets.
As the IPO process moves forward, all eyes will be on pricing, valuation, and subscription demand, which will determine the listing outcome of this Hyderabad-headquartered retailer.
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