Product Quantum (Rs. Cr) (SEBI) Quantum (Rs. Cr) (Other FSR) Long Term Rating Short Term Rating Regulated By
Bank Loan Ratings 0.00 75.00 ACUITE BB+ | Stable | Assigned - RBI
Total Outstanding 0.00 75.00 - - -
Total Withdrawn 0.00 0.00 - - -
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Rating Rationale

­Acuite has assigned its long term rating of 'ACUITE BB+' (read as ACUITE double B plus) on the bank facilities of Rs. 75.00 Crore of Westriver Private Limited (WPL). The outlook is 'Stable'.

Rationale for Rating
The assigned rating reflects the extensive experience of the promoters, who have over three decades of experience in the execution of residential, commercial, educational, and healthcare projects. The company is currently developing a commercial real estate project, ‘DASNAC PLACE’, located in Sector 93B, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, comprising 162 units with an estimated project cost of Rs. 216.77 crore. The rating derives comfort from the advanced stage of project implementation, with approximately 60% of the total project cost incurred as on March 31, 2026, and the successful tie-up of debt facilities, which mitigates funding and project completion risks. Further, the company's liquidity position is expected to remain adequate, supported by an average projected DSCR of 2.58 times during FY 27 to FY 31, indicating sufficient cash flow cushion to service its debt obligations. The presence of a DSRA equivalent to three months' interest obligations provides additional comfort and supports the timely servicing of debt obligations.


However, the rating is constrained by the project's moderate demand risk, as only 42.17% of the total saleable area has been sold over nearly two years since the project's launch. Further, the company remains exposed to inherent execution and market risks associated with the real estate sector, including timely project completion and achievement of the projected sales momentum.

About the Company

Westriver Private Limited (WPL), incorporated in 2022 and headquartered in Ghaziabad, Delhi-NCR, is engaged in the construction and development of real estate projects. The company is currently focused on the development of commercial real estate assets. WPL is promoted by Mr. Shivang Bhardwaj and Mr. Rajeev Arora, who possess significant experience in the real estate sector, particularly across residential, commercial, educational, and healthcare projects.

 
Unsupported Rating
­Not Applicable.
 
Analytical Approach
­Acuite has considered the standalone business and financial risk profile of Westriver Private Limited (WPL) to arrive at this rating.
 
Key Rating Drivers

Strengths

Experienced management and strong promoter support
The company benefits from the extensive experience of the DASNAC Group, which is promoted by Architect J.K. Jain and Mr. Arihant Jain. Architect J.K. Jain is a well-known architect, real estate developer, and investor, with over three decades of experience in the development and execution of residential, commercial, educational, and healthcare projects. The promoters' established track record and industry expertise provide significant support to the company's project execution capabilities. The promoters have demonstrated their commitment to the project through the infusion of approximately Rs. 60.48 crore in the form of unsecured loans and security deposits towards the completion of the project, constituting a substantial part of the stipulated promoter contribution. Acuite believes that the company derives strength from its experienced management team and strong promoter support. The demonstrated financial commitment of the promoters, coupled with their track record in the real estate sector, is expected to support the timely completion of the project and provide financial flexibility in case of any funding requirements.

Low Funding Risk
The project's funding risk remains low as the entire debt requirement has already been tied up, providing adequate visibility towards timely project completion and mitigating refinancing risk. Further, as on March 31, 2026, the company had already utilized approximately Rs. 39.05 crore towards project construction, demonstrating satisfactory progress in implementation. Acuite believes that the established funding arrangements and ongoing construction progress provide comfort with respect to the project's timely completion.

Locational Advantages
DASNAC Place enjoys a strategic location in Sector 93B, Noida, with direct access to the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway, ensuring excellent connectivity to New Delhi and key business districts across NCR. The project is surrounded by established residential communities in Sectors 93, 93A, 93B, and nearby premium developments, providing a strong captive customer base and sustained footfall. Its proximity to major corporate hubs, including the Expressway IT corridor and Advant Navis Business Park, further enhances demand from working professionals and businesses Additionally, the location offers seamless access to metro connectivity, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and retail destinations, making it a well-connected and high-potential commercial destination in Noida.


Weaknesses

Moderate Demand Risk
The project is exposed to moderate demand risk, as only 42.17% of the total saleable area has been sold over nearly two years since the project launch. Sustained sales momentum will remain critical for generating adequate cash flow and maintaining liquidity. However, unlike residential real estate projects, where unit sales are typically phased throughout the construction period, commercial real estate projects generally witness sales of shops, offices, and retail units closer to project completion, once the asset achieves greater visibility and operational readiness.

Exposure to Execution Risk
The company remains exposed to execution risks inherent in real estate development projects, including timely completion of construction within the stipulated cost and timeline. The risk is expected to moderate upon successful completion of the project and achievement of the envisaged occupancy and cash flow levels.

Rating Sensitivities

Potential triggers (individual or collective) for an upward rating action:
  • ­Higher-than-expected sales of inventory along with timely receipt of customer advances
  • Successfully completion of the project within scheduled timeline
Potential triggers (individual or collective) for a downward rating action:
  • Delay in completion of the ongoing project resulting in cost overruns
  • Lower than expected sales resulting in project’s average DSCR falling below 1.15 times
Liquidity Position
Adequate

The company's liquidity position is adequate, supported by low funding risk and steady collections from sold inventory. The project is currently under construction, with principal repayment obligations commencing only from FY 2028, amounting to approximately Rs. 3.76 crore. Against this, the company is expected to generate annual cash surplus of around Rs. 15-18 crore, providing adequate liquidity cushion and sufficient time for stabilization of project cash flows prior to the onset of major debt servicing commitments.

Further, the liquidity profile is strengthened by the promoters demonstrated financial commitment, evidenced by the infusion of approximately Rs. 60.48 crore in the form of unsecured loans and security deposits as on March 31, 2026. The promoters are expected to continue extending financial support, if required, towards meeting any cost overruns and ensuring timely completion of the project. The company's debt protection metrics are expected to remain comfortable, with an average estimated DSCR of 2.58 times during FY2027 to FY2031, indicating adequate cash flow cushion to meet its debt servicing obligations. 

Going forward, Acuite expects the company's liquidity position to remain adequate, aided by healthy sales momentum, which is expected to generate sufficient cash accruals for servicing debt obligations in a timely manner.

 
Outlook - Stable
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Other Factors affecting Rating
­None
 

Particulars Unit FY 26 (Provisional) FY 25 (Actual)
Operating Income Rs. Cr. 0.00 0.00
PAT Rs. Cr. 0.00 0.02
PAT Margin (%) 0.00 0.00
Total Debt/Tangible Net Worth Times 0.82 0.40
PBDIT/Interest Times 3.11 0.00
Status of non-cooperation with previous CRA (if applicable)
­None
 
Any other information
­None
 
Applicable Criteria
• Default Recognition :- https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-52.htm
• Application Of Financial Ratios And Adjustments: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-53.htm
• Real Estate Entities: https://www.acuite.in/view-rating-criteria-63.htm
Note on complexity levels of the rated instrument


Rating History :
­Not Applicable
 

Lender’s Name ISIN Facilities Listing Status Regulated By Date Of Issuance Coupon Rate Maturity Date Quantum
(Rs. Cr.)
Complexity Level Rating
RBL Bank Not avl. / Not appl. Term Loan Unlisted RBI 30 Jul 2025 Not avl. / Not appl. 30 Sep 2031 75.00 Simple ACUITE BB+ | Stable | Assigned
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