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Mar 31, 2023

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

Vodafone Idea Limited (‘the Company''), a public limited company, was incorporated under the provisions of the Companies Act applicable in India on March 14, 1995. Its shares are listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India (Scrip Code; NSE: IDEA, BSE: 532822). The registered office of the Company is situated at Suman Tower, Plot No. 18, Sector-11, Gandhinagar - 382011, Gujarat. The Company is one of the leading telecom service providers in India. The Company is engaged in the business of telecommunication services.

These financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2023 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorised for issue on May 25, 2023.

2. (A) STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

These financial statements of the Company comprising of Balance Sheet, Statement of Profit and Loss, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows together with the notes have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter.

2.(B) BASIS OF PREPARATION

These financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for certain financial instruments that have been measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, as explained in the accounting policies below.

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services on the transaction date.

All financial information presented in '' has been rounded off to million unless otherwise stated.

The Company has elected to present Profit/(Loss) before finance costs, depreciation, amortisation, exceptional items and tax as a separate line item on the face of the statement of profit and loss. In such measurement, the company does not include finance costs, depreciation, amortisation, exceptional items and tax.

The financial statements are based on the classification provisions contained in Ind AS 1, ‘Presentation of Financial Statements'' and division II of schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013.

3. The Hon''ble Supreme Court on October 24, 2019 along with supplementary order dated July 20, 2019 and final order dated September 1, 2020 delivered its judgment (together referred to as “AGR Judgment") on the cross appeals against the Hon''ble TDSAT judgment dated April 23, 2015, relating to the definition of Adjusted Gross Revenue. The order upheld the principal demand, levy of interest, penalty and interest on penalty.

Subsequent to the same, on September 1, 2020, vide its judgment, the Hon''ble Supreme Court has inter-alia directed that Telecom Operators shall at the first instance, make the payment of 10% of the total dues as demanded by DoT by March 31, 2021 and thereafter, Telecom Operators to make payment in Ten instalments commencing from April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2031, payable by 31st March of every succeeding financial year.

The Company had on August 10, 2021 filed a review petition with the Hon''ble Supreme Court for considering to hear the modification application on correction of manifest/clerical/arithmetic errors in the computation of AGR demands which is still pending to be heard.

The Union Cabinet on September 15, 2021 approved major structural and process reforms in the telecom sector to boost the proliferation and penetration of broadband and telecom connectivity. Further to address liquidity requirements, the Cabinet has also approved deferment of AGR dues which are payable in annual instalments as determined by the Hon''ble Supreme Court for up to four years without any change in the instalment period and deferment of spectrum auction instalments payable from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2025 excluding the instalments due for spectrum auction 2021. It also provided upfront conversion of the interest amount arising due to such deferment into equity. The Company has conveyed its acceptance on January 10, 2022 (“Exercise Date").

Further on March 31, 2022, DoT computed the Net Present value (NPV) of the interest liability on moratorium period amounting to '' 161,331 Mn towards AGR dues (as per Hon''ble SC affidavit dated

September 01, 2020) and deferred annual Spectrum liabilities as on the Exercise Date, which the Company has confirmed on April 14, 2022. DoT on June 15, 2022 offered a moratorium on pending AGR related dues up to Financial Year 2018-19 along with an option of equity conversion of interest liability pertaining to the moratorium period for this additional amounts. On June 29, 2022, Company conveyed its acceptance for the deferment of AGR related dues till financial year 2018-19. The above mentioned letter has a summary of additional AGR dues amounting to '' 88,372 Mn (including amounts for the period till FY 16-17 not forming part of the affidavit submitted to Supreme Court). DoT has mentioned that these are subject to further correction on account of disposal of various representations submitted by the Company, outcome of other pending litigations etc. and the undisputed amounts finally determined by December 31, 2025 shall be paid in six equal instalments post the moratorium period. In September 2022, the Company has also informed DoT on AGR dues (beyond affidavit period till FY 18-19) interest during the moratorium period shall not be converted in to equity.

The DoT, on February 03, 2023, issued an order under section 62(4) of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act"), directing the Company to issue equity shares against the loan of '' 161,332 Mn representing Net Present Value of the interest as at the Exercise Date as defined in equity conversion guidelines. On February 07, 2023 (“Date of conversion"), the Company''s Board has allotted shares to the Government of India (GoI).

Consequent to the above, the Company has derecognised the loan liability of '' 161,332 Mn due to the issuance of 16,133,184,899 equity shares at an issue price of '' 10 each amounting to '' 161,332 Mn, and consequential adjustment of '' 3,305 Mn has been adjusted to Other equity.

Subsequent to such conversion, the promoter shareholding of Vodafone group and Aditya Birla group will stand at 50.4% and Gol shareholding at 33.1%.

On April 5, 2023, the Company has filed affidavit with Hon''ble Supreme Court including the compliance letter stating that by acceptance of the deferment option and agreeing to moratorium of AGR dues for four years, it has complied with Court order dated

September 1, 2020. Accordingly, as at March 31, 2023, the net liability towards AGR dues arising out of Hon''ble Supreme Court judgment (till September 2019) amounting to '' 655,462 Mn (net of payment of '' 78,544 Mn) (including interest till March 31, 2023) is disclosed as deferred payment obligation under long term borrowings in the financial statements.

4. The Company has incurred a loss of '' 293,078 Mn for the year ended 31st March, 2023. Its net worth stands at negative '' 738,388 Mn and the Net Working Capital (excluding short term borrowings, future lease liability and certain accruals toward pending litigations) stands at negative '' 154,930 Mn.

As at March 31, 2023, the total external debt (including interest accrued but not due) of the Company stands at '' 2,092,614 Mn. As at March 31, 2023, an amount of '' 39,271 Mn (March 31, 2022: '' 68,131 Mn) has been reclassified from non-current borrowings to current maturities of long-term debt for not meeting certain covenant clauses under the financial agreements. Further, as a result of earlier rating downgrade, certain lenders had asked for increase of interest rates and additional margin money/ security against existing facilities. The Company has exchanged correspondences and continues to be in discussion with the lenders for next steps/waivers. The existing debt as payable by March 31, 2024 is '' 83,804 Mn (excluding amount classified as current on account of not meeting certain covenant clauses). As of date, the Company has met all its debt obligations payable to its lenders / banks and financial institutions along with applicable interest. The Company has utilized extended credit period to discharge some of its contractual obligations. Further, certain vendors have asked for payment of their overdue outstanding. The Company continues to be in discussion with them to agree to a payment plan.

The Company''s ability to continue as a Going Concern is dependent on raising additional funds as required, successful negotiations with lenders and vendors for continued support and generation of cash flow from operations that it needs to settle its liabilities as they fall due. Pending the outcome of the above matters, these financial statements have been prepared on a Going Concern basis.

5. Significant Accounting Policiesa) Revenue from contracts with customers

Revenue is recognised when a customer receives services and thus has the ability to direct the use and obtain benefits from those services. Revenue is measured at the Transaction price i.e. an amount that reflects the consideration, to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services to customers, excluding amounts collected on behalf of third parties. Taxes and duties collected by the seller/ service provider are to be deposited with the government and not received by the Company on their own account. Accordingly, it is excluded from revenue. The Company evaluates its exposure to significant risks and reward associated with the revenue arrangements in order to determine its position of a principal or an agent in this regard. Consideration payable to a customer includes cash or credit or other items expected to be payable to the customer (or to other parties that purchase the entity''s services from the customer). The Company accounts for consideration payable to a customer as a reduction from the transaction price unless the payment to the customer is in exchange for a distinct service that the customer transfers to the entity.

i) Revenue from supply of services

Revenue on account of telephony services (post-paid and prepaid categories, roaming, interconnect and long distance services) is recognised on rendering of services. Fixed Revenues in the post-paid category are recognised over the period of rendering of services. Processing fees on recharge vouchers in case of prepaid category is recognised over the validity of such vouchers.

Revenue from other services (internet services, mobile advertisement, revenue from toll free services, etc.) is recognised on rendering of services. Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognised on rendering of services.

If the consideration in a contract includes a variable amount, the Company estimates the amount of consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for transferring the goods to the customer. The variable consideration is estimated at contract inception and constrained until it is highly probable that a significant revenue reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognised will not occur when the associated uncertainty with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

Multiple element contracts:

Bundle packages that include multiple elements, at the inception of the arrangement, the Company determines whether it is necessary to separate the separately identifiable elements and apply the corresponding revenue recognition policy to each element. Total package revenue is allocated among the identified elements based on their relative standalone price.

ii) Unbilled income

Unbilled income is the right to consideration in exchange for goods or services transferred to the customer. If the Company performs its obligation by transferring goods or services to a customer before the same is invoiced to the customer, unbilled income is recognised for the earned consideration that is conditional on satisfaction of performance obligation.

iii) Trade receivables

A receivable represents the Company''s right to an amount of consideration that is unconditional (i.e., only the passage of time is required before payment of the consideration is due). Refer to accounting policies of financial assets in note 5(q) Financial instruments - initial recognition and subsequent measurement.

iv) Advance from customer and deferred revenue

Advance from customer and deferred revenue is the obligation to transfer services

to a customer for which the Company has received consideration from the customer. If a customer pays consideration before the Company transfers services to the customer, a contract liability is recognised when the payment is made. Advance from customer and deferred revenue are recognised as revenue when the Company fulfils its performance obligations under the contract.

v) Interest income

Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is recorded using the applicable Effective Interest Rate (EIR), which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts over the expected life of the financial asset to that asset''s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

vi) Dividends

Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive the payment is established.

vii) Cost to obtain a contract

The Company pays sales commission to its channel partners for each contract that they obtain and incurs customer verification expenses. Such costs are deferred over the average expected customer life-cycle provided the estimated average customer life-cycle is higher than twelve months. The Company re-estimates the average customer life cycle on a periodic basis.

b) Leases

The Company assesses at contract inception whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. That is, if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.

Company as a lessee

The Company applies a single recognition and measurement approach for all leases, except for short-term leases and leases of low-value assets. The Company recognises lease liabilities to make lease payments and right-of-use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets. The Company''s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for passive infrastructure for cell sites and immovable properties.

i) Right-of-use assets

The Company recognises right-of-use assets at the commencement date of the lease (i.e., the date the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any re-measurement of lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs incurred, and lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received.

Right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

If ownership of the leased asset transfers to the Company at the end of the lease term or the cost reflects the exercise of a purchase option, depreciation is calculated using the estimated useful life of the asset. The right-of-use assets are also subject to impairment (Refer note 5(l)).

ii) Lease liabilities

At the commencement date of the lease, the Company recognises lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable and variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate. The lease payments also include the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the Company and payments of penalties

for terminating the lease, if the lease term reflects the Company exercising the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a rate are recognised as expenses in the period in which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs.

In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date because the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is a modification i.e. a change in the lease term or a change in the lease payments or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset. The re-measurement of lease liability is done by discounting the revised lease payments using the Company''s incremental borrowing rate at the effective date of modification.

iii) Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets

The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its shortterm leases (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases that are considered to be of low value. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low value assets are recognised as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

c) Employee benefits

i. Defined Contribution Plan

Contributions to Provident and other funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and

Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The Company has no obligation other than contribution payable to these funds.

ii. Defined Benefit Plan

The Company has a defined benefit gratuity plan which is a funded plan. In case of funded plan, the Company makes contribution to a separately administered fund with the Insurance Companies. The Company maintains a target level of funding to be maintained over a period of time based on estimation of the payments. Any deficit in plan assets managed by Insurance Companies as compared to the liability based on an independent actuarial valuation is recognised as a liability. The cost of providing benefits under the defined benefit plan is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at periodic intervals.

Re-measurements, comprising of actuarial gains and losses and the return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability), are recognised immediately in the Balance Sheet with a corresponding charge or credit to Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in the period in which they occur. Re-measurements are not reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss in subsequent periods.

Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The Company recognises the following changes in the net defined benefit obligation as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss:

• Service costs; and

• Net interest expense or income

iii. Short-term and other long-term employee benefits

A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of salaries, wages, Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and other short term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for that service.

Provision for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected unit credit method at the reporting date. The related re-measurements are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they arise.

iv. Share-based payments

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees for options granted by the Company to its employees are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

Stock option of Vodafone Group Plc (VGPLc) granted to the employees of the Company are accounted as cash-settled share based payments by the Company.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity settled share-based payments is expensed over the period in which the performance or service conditions are fulfilled, based on the Company''s estimate of stock options that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the cash settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of stock option that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in liability. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve or liability as applicable.

In respect of cancellation of unvested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is reversed under the same head in the Statement of Profit and Loss. In respect of cancellation/ expiration of vested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is adjusted against Retained earnings in Other Equity.

In respect of modification such as re-pricing of existing stock option, the difference in fair value of the option on the date of re-pricing is accounted for as share based payment expense over the remaining vesting period.

d) Annual Revenue Share License Fees and Spectrum Usage Charges

The variable license fees and annual spectrum usage charges, computed basis of adjusted gross revenue, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises as per the license agreement of the licensed service area at prescribed rate.

e) Foreign currency transactions

The Company''s financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (?) which is also the Company''s functional currency.

Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the '' spot rate on the date the transaction first qualifies for recognition. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the functional currency spot rates of exchange on the reporting date.

Exchange differences arising on settlement or translation of monetary items are recognised on net basis within finance cost in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are recognised using the exchange rates at the dates of the initial transactions.

f) Exceptional items

Items of income or expense which are nonrecurring or outside of the ordinary course of business and are of such size, nature or incidence that their separate disclosure is considered necessary to explain the performance of the Company are disclosed as exceptional items in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

g) Taxes

Income tax expense represents the sum of current tax and deferred tax.

i. Current tax

Current tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. Current tax is based on the taxable income and calculated using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

ii. Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow the benefit of part or that entire deferred tax asset to be utilised. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are re-

assessed at the end of each reporting date and are recognised to the extent it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

Deferred tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation statute.

h) Current / Non - Current Classification

An asset is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be realized or consumed in the company''s normal operating cycle;

b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

c) It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) If it is cash or cash equivalent, unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any asset not conforming to the above is

classified as non-current.

A liability is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle of the company;

b) It is held primarily for the purposes of trading;

c) It is expected to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) The company have no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any liability not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

i) Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) and Capital work in progress (CWIP) held for use in the rendering of services and supply of goods, or for administrative purposes, are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition and installation of Property, Plant and Equipment, non-refundable duties and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. CWIP represents cost of property, plant and equipment not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. When significant parts of plant and equipment are required to be replaced at intervals, the Company depreciates them separately based on their specific useful lives. Subsequent costs are included in the assets carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The present value of the expected cost for the decommissioning of an asset after its use is included in the cost of the respective asset if the recognition criteria for a provision are met.

Freehold land is not depreciated. Depreciation on all other assets under PPE commences once such assets are available for use in the intended condition and location. Depreciation is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower.

Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) is capitalized when it is probable that an outflow of resources

will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. ARO is measured based on present value of expected cost to settle the obligation.

Particulars

Estimated useful life (in years)

Buildings

25 to 30

Leasehold Improvements

Period of lease or 10 years whichever is lower

Plant Machinery

Network Equipments

7 to 9

Optical Fibre

15

Other Plant and

2 to 5

Equipment

Computers and servers

3 to 5

Furniture and Fixtures

5 to 10

Office Equipments

3 to 5

Vehicles

2 to 5

RoU Assets

Land & Building

Over the period of lease

Cell sites

Over the period of lease

Bandwidth (IRU)

Over the period of agreement

Others

3 to 5

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part which meets the criteria for asset held for sale will be reclassified from property, plant and equipment to asset held for sale. When any significant part of property, plant and equipment is discarded or replaced, the carrying value of discarded / replaced part is derecognized. Any gains or losses arising from retirement or disposal of property, plant and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

j) Intangible Assets

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition of Intangible assets and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. Subsequently, intangible

assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Internally generated intangibles are not capitalised and the related expenditure is reflected in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the expenditure is incurred.

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. There are no intangible assets assessed with indefinite useful life.

Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life. The amortisation period, residual value and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at the end of each year. Changes in the expected useful life or the expected pattern of consumption of future economic benefits embodied in the asset are considered to modify the amortisation period or method, as appropriate, and are treated as changes in accounting estimates. The amortisation expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss unless such expenditure forms part of carrying value of another asset.

Intangible assets are amortised on straight line method as under:

• Cost of spectrum is amortised on straight line method from the date when the related network is ready for intended use over the unexpired period of the spectrum.

• Cost of entry/license fees is amortised on straight line method from the date of launch of circle/renewal of license over the unexpired period of the license.

• Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

• Brand - Separately acquired brand is shown at historical cost. Subsequently brand is carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The Company amortises brand using the

straight line method over the estimated useful life of 8 years (refer note 8(3)).

Cost of Intangible assets under development represents cost of intangible assets not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. It includes the amount of spectrum allotted to the Company and related borrowing costs (that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying assets) if any, for which network is not yet ready.

Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the asset is derecognised.

k) Non - Current Assets Held for sale

Non-current assets and disposal groups are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and its sale is highly probable. The sale is considered highly probable only when the asset or disposal groups is available for immediate sale in its present condition, it is unlikely that the sale will be withdrawn and the sale is expected to be completed within one year from the date of classification. Non-current assets (and disposal groups) classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. These are not depreciated or amortised once classified as held for sale. Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale are presented separately in the Balance Sheet.

Non-current assets that ceases to be classified as held for sale are measured at lower of (i) its carrying amount before the asset was classified as held for sale, adjusted for depreciation that would have been recognised had that asset not been classified as held for sale, and (ii) its recoverable amount at the date when the disposal group ceases to be classified as held for sale.

l) Impairment of Non - Financial Assets

Tangible assets (including ROU assets) and Intangible assets are reviewed for impairment,

whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pretax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. In determining fair value less cost of disposal, an appropriate valuation model is used. If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss by reducing the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) to its recoverable amount.

For assets excluding goodwill, impairment losses recognized in the earlier periods are assessed at each reporting date for any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. If such indication exists, the Company estimates the asset''s (or cash generating unit''s) recoverable amount. A previously recognized impairment loss is reversed only if there has been a change in estimates used to determine the assets'' recoverable amount since the last impairment loss was recognised. When an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or a cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had such impairment loss not been recognised for the asset (or cashgenerating unit) in prior years. Any reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

m) Investment in Subsidiaries, Associate and Joint Arrangements

The Company recognises its investment in subsidiaries, joint venture and associate at cost less any impairment losses.

n) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing Costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation.

o) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis and includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

p) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the Balance Sheet comprise of cash at bank and on hand and short-term deposits with an original maturity of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the Statement of Cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts as they are considered an integral part of the Company''s cash management.

q) Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurement

Financial Instruments (assets and liabilities) are recognised when the Company becomes a party

to a contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, other than those designated as fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), are added to or deducted from the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at FVTPL are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

The liability component of a compound financial instrument is initially recognised at the fair value of a similar liability that does not have an equity conversion option. The equity component is initially recognised at the difference between the fair value of the compound financial instrument as a whole and the fair value of the liability component. Any directly attributable transaction costs are allocated to the liability and equity components in proportion to their initial carrying amounts.

i. Financial assets

All regular way purchase or sale of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchase or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Subsequent measurement

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets:

a) Financial assets measured at amortised cost

b) Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

c) Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI)

I. Financial assets measured at amortised cost

A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

• The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

• Contractual terms of the instruments give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) method. EIR is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the EIR, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument or where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

The EIR amortisation is included in other income in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category generally applies to trade and other receivables, loans, etc.

II. Financial assets measured at FVTPL

FVTPL is a residual category for financial assets in the nature of debt instruments. Financial assets included within the FVTPL category are measured at fair value with all changes recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109.

Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised when:

• The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or

• The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a ‘passthrough'' arrangement; and either

- the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or

- the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Impairment of financial assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the following financial assets and credit risk exposure:

• Debt instruments measured at amortised cost e.g., loans and bank deposits

• Trade receivables

• Other Financial assets not designated as FVTPL

For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If, in a subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12-month ECL.

ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance

with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e., all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. Lifetime ECL are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12-month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date.

The Company follows ‘simplified approach'' for recognition of impairment loss allowance on Trade receivables (including lease receivables). The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

For the purpose of measuring the expected credit loss for trade receivables, the Company estimates irrecoverable amounts based on the ageing of the receivable balances and historical experience. Further, a large number of minor receivables are grouped into homogeneous groups and assessed for impairment collectively depending on their significance. Individual trade receivables are written off when management deems them not to be collectible on assessment of facts and circumstances. Refer note 13.

III. Financial assets measured at FVTOCI

Financial assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets, where the assets'' cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at fair value through FVTOCI. Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains or losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange gains and losses which are recognised in statement of profit and loss. When the financial asset is derecognised, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is reclassified from equity to statement of profit and loss and recognised in other (gains)/ losses (net). Interest income from these financial

assets is included in other income using the effective interest rate method.

ii. Financial liabilitiesSubsequent measurement

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method or at FVTPL.

a) Financial liabilities at amortised cost

After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings and other payables are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the EIR amortisation process. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

b) Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as FVTPL when the financial liabilities are held for trading or are designated as FVTPL on initial recognition. Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments. Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognised in the profit or loss.

De-recognition

A financial liability is de-recognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. In case, an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the

terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the de-recognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii. Derivative financial instruments

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps, to manage its foreign currency risks and interest rate risks, respectively. These derivative instruments are not designated as cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges and are entered into for period consistent with currency and interest exposures. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded derivatives

An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid (combined) instrument that also includes a non-derivative host contract - with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way similar to a standalone derivative instrument. An embedded derivative causes some or all of the cash flows that otherwise would be required by the contract to be modified according to a specified interest rate, financial instrument price, commodity price, foreign exchange rate, index of prices or rates, credit rating or credit index, or other variable, provided in the case of a non-financial variable that the variable is not specific to a party to the contract.

If the hybrid contract contains a host that is a financial asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the

entire hybrid contract. Derivatives embedded in all other host contracts are accounted for as separate derivatives and recorded at fair value if their economic characteristics and risks are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not held for trading or designated at fair value through profit or loss. These embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss, unless designated as effective hedging instruments.

iv. Offsetting financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the Balance Sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

r) Fair value measurement

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.

The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs.

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

• Level 1 — Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities

• Level 2 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable

• Level 3 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable

For assets and liabilities that are recognised in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by reassessing categorisation (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) (a) on the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused the transfer or (b) at the end of each reporting period or (c) at the beginning of each reporting period.

s) Dividend distribution to equity holders

Dividends paid / payable along with applicable taxes are recognised when it is approved by the shareholders In case of interim dividend, it is recognised when it is approved by the Board of Directors and distribution is no longer at the discretion of the Company. A corresponding amount is accordingly recognised directly in equity.

t) Earnings per share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per share (EPS) is the net profit / (loss) after tax.

EPS is disclosed on basic and diluted basis. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) for the period attributable to the shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

u) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. The expense relating

to a provision is presented in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pretax rate that reflects, when appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. When discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as a finance cost.

i. Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO)

ARO is provided for those lease arrangements where the Company has a binding obligation to restore the said location / premises at the end of the period in a condition similar to inception of the arrangement. The restoration and decommissioning costs are provided at the present value of expected costs to settle the obligation using estimated cash flows and are recognised as part of the cost of the particular asset. The cash flows are discounted at a current pretax rate that reflects the risks specific to the decommissioning liability. The unwinding of the discount is expensed as incurred and recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as a finance cost. The estimated future costs of decommissioning are reviewed annually and adjusted as appropriate. Changes in the estimated future costs or in the discount rate applied are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset.

ii. Contingent Liabilities

A Contingent Liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. Contingent Assets are not recognised.

iii. Onerous Contract

An onerous contract is a contract under which the unavoidable costs (i.e., the costs that the Company cannot avoid because it has the contract) of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it. The unavoidable costs under a contract

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Mar 31, 2022

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

Vodafone Idea Limited (‘the Company''), a public limited company, was incorporated under the provisions of the Companies Act applicable in India on March 14, 1995. Its shares are listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India (Scrip Code: NSE: IDEA, BSE: 532822). The registered office of the Company is situated at Suman Tower, Plot No. 18, Sector-11, Gandhinagar - 382011, Gujarat. The Company is one of the leading telecom service providers in India. The Company is engaged in the business of Mobility and Long Distance services.

These financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2022 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorised for issue on May 10, 2022.

2. (A) STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

These financial statements of the Company comprising of Balance Sheet, Statement of Profit and Loss, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows together with the notes have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter.

2.(B) BASIS OF PREPARATION

These financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for certain financial instruments that have been measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, as explained in the accounting policies below.

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services on the transaction date.

All financial information presented in '' has been rounded off to million unless otherwise stated.

Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) issued notifications dated March 24, 2021 to amend Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013 to enhance the disclosures required to be made by the Company in its financial statements. These amendments were applicable to the Company for the financial year starting April 01, 2021. The Company has given effect of such regroupings

in financial statements including figures for the corresponding previous year wherein:

a) Current maturities of long term loans from banks and others and Current maturities of Deferred payment obligations have been regrouped from “Other current financial liabilities" in the audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2021 to “Short term borrowings" in financial statements.

b) Lease liabilities have been disclosed separately as “Lease Liabilities" in the financial statements from “Other non-current financial liabilities" and “Other current financial liabilities" in the audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2021.

The Company has elected to present Profit/(Loss) before finance costs, depreciation, amortisation, exceptional items and tax as a separate line item on the face of the statement of profit and loss. In such measurement, the company does not include finance costs, depreciation, amortisation, exceptional items and tax.

The financial statements are based on the classification provisions contained in Ind AS 1, ‘Presentation of Financial Statements'' and division II of schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013.

3. The Hon''ble Supreme Court on October 24, 2019 along with supplementary order dated July 20, 2019 and final order dated September 01, 2020 delivered its judgment (together referred to as “AGR Judgment") on the cross appeals against the Hon''ble TDSAT judgment dated April 23, 2015, relating to the definition of Adjusted Gross Revenue. The order upheld the principal demand, levy of interest, penalty and interest on penalty.

Subsequent to the same, on September 01, 2020, vide its judgment, the Hon''ble Supreme Court has inter-alia directed that for the demand raised by the DoT in respect of the AGR dues based on the judgment of this Court, there shall not be any dispute raised by any of the Telecom Operators and that there shall not be any reassessment; the Telecom Operators shall at the first instance, make the payment of 10% of the total dues as demanded by DoT by March 31, 2021 and thereafter, Telecom Operators to make payment in yearly instalments commencing from April 01, 2021 to March 31, 2031 payable by 31st March of every succeeding financial year. The cumulative amount paid

by the Company of '' 78,544 Mn exceeded 10% of the total liability, and accordingly the Company filed an affidavit with Hon''ble Supreme Court including the compliance letter confirming payment of 10% of the total dues along with an undertaking to pay the arrears as per the Court judgement from FY 21-22 onwards.

The Company had on August 10, 2021 filed a review petition with the Hon''ble Supreme Court for considering to hear the modification application on correction of manifest / clerical / arithmetic errors in the computation of AGR demands which is still pending to be heard.

The Union Cabinet on September 15, 2021 approved major structural and process reforms in the telecom sector to boost the proliferation and penetration of broadband and telecom connectivity. Further to address liquidity requirements, the Cabinet has also approved deferment of AGR dues which are payable in annual instalments as determined by the Hon''ble Supreme Court for up to four years without any change in the instalment period and deferment of spectrum auction instalments payable from October 01, 2021 to September 30, 2025 excluding the instalments due for spectrum auction conducted in 2021. The DoT also revised the definition of AGR effective October 01, 2021 to exclude non-telecom revenues. On October 14, 2021, DoT issued the required notifications giving an option for moratorium of Spectrum instalment and AGR dues to be confirmed by the Company on or before October 29, 2021. It also provided a period of 90 days to confirm upfront conversion, if any, of the interest amount arising due to such deferment into equity. The Company has conveyed its acceptance for the deferment of Spectrum auction instalments & AGR dues by a period of four years with immediate effect and has also requested for inclusion of the amounts after the affidavit period till AGR judgement of 2019 to be covered by the cabinet relief package.

At its meeting held on January 10, 2022, the Board of Directors approved the conversion of the full amount of such interest on the deferred instalments related to deferred annual spectrum liabilities and AGR dues into shares in the company, either ordinary and / or preference, at the discretion of government. Subsequently on March 31, 2022, DoT has computed the Net Present value (NPV) of the interest liability on moratorium period amounting to '' 161,331 Mn towards AGR dues (as per Hon''ble SC affidavit dated

September 01, 2020) and deferred annual Spectrum liabilities respectively as on the date of exercise of option i.e. January 10, 2022, which the Company has confirmed on April 14, 2022. Further the accounting of such conversion will happen upon the completion of the process concluding with the actual issue of shares and hence no effects have been given while drawing up the Financial Statements for the year. Such conversion will result in dilution to all the existing shareholders of the Company, including the Promoters.

Accordingly, as at March 31, 2022, the net liability towards AGR dues arising out of Hon''ble Supreme Court judgment amounting to '' 659,534 Mn (net of payment of '' 78,544 Mn) (including interest till March 31, 2022) is disclosed as deferred payment obligation under long term borrowings in the financial statements.

4. The Company has incurred a loss of '' 282,372 Mn for the year ended March 31, 2022 and its net worth stands at negative '' 614,362 Mn. As at March 31, 2022, the total external debt (including interest accrued but not due) of the Company stands at ''1,978,782 Mn. As of March 31, 2022, an amount of '' 68,131 Mn (March 31, 2021: '' 85,472 Mn) (net of waiver received) has been classified from non-current borrowings to current maturities of long-term debt for not meeting certain covenant clauses under the financial agreements. Further, as a result of earlier rating downgrade, certain lenders had asked for increase of interest rates and additional margin money/ security against existing facilities. The Company has exchanged correspondences and continues to be in discussion with the lenders for next steps/waivers. The existing debt as payable by March 31, 2023 is '' 81,555 Mn (excluding amount classified as current on account of not meeting certain covenant clauses).

As the Company has already availed the moratorium with respect to AGR and Deferred Spectrum Obligation as referred above, and raised the fund from the promoter / promoter group companies for '' 45,000 Mn as referred in note 41(i), the Company''s ability to continue as a going concern is now dependent on raising additional funds as required, successful negotiations with lenders for continued support and generation of cash flow from operations that it needs to settle its liabilities as they fall due. As of date, the Company has met all its debt obligations. Pending the outcome of the above matters, these financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.

5. Significant Accounting Policies

a) Revenue from contracts with customers

Revenue is recognised when a customer receives services and thus has the ability to direct the use and obtain benefits from those services. Revenue is measured at the Transaction price i.e. an amount that reflects the consideration, to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services to customers, excluding amounts collected on behalf of third parties. Taxes and duties collected by the seller / service provider are to be deposited with the government and not received by the Company on their own account. Accordingly, it is excluded from revenue. The Company evaluates its exposure to significant risks and reward associated with the revenue arrangements in order to determine its position of a principal or an agent in this regard. Consideration payable to a customer includes cash or credit or other items expected to be payable to the customer (or to other parties that purchase the entity''s services from the customer). The Company accounts for consideration payable to a customer as a reduction from the transaction price unless the payment to the customer is in exchange for a distinct service that the customer transfers to the entity.

i) Revenue from supply of services

Revenue on account of telephony services (post-paid and prepaid categories, roaming, interconnect and long distance services) is recognised on rendering of services. Fixed Revenues in the post-paid category are recognised over the period of rendering of services. Processing fees on recharge vouchers in case of prepaid category is recognised over the validity of such vouchers.

Revenue from other services (internet services, mobile advertisement, revenue from toll free services, etc.) is recognised on rendering of services. Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognised on rendering of services.

If the consideration in a contract includes a variable amount, the Company estimates the

amount of consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for transferring the goods to the customer. The variable consideration is estimated at contract inception and constrained until it is highly probable that a significant revenue reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognised will not occur when the associated uncertainty with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

Multiple element contracts:

Bundle packages that include multiple elements, at the inception of the arrangement, the Company determines whether it is necessary to separate the separately identifiable elements and apply the corresponding revenue recognition policy to each element. Total package revenue is allocated among the identified elements based on their relative standalone price.

ii) Unbilled income

Unbilled income is the right to consideration in exchange for goods or services transferred to the customer. If the Company performs its obligation by transferring goods or services to a customer before the same is invoiced to the customer, unbilled income is recognised for the earned consideration that is conditional on satisfaction of performance obligation.

iii) Trade receivables

A receivable represents the Company''s right to an amount of consideration that is unconditional (i.e., only the passage of time is required before payment of the consideration is due). Refer to accounting policies of financial assets in section 5(q) Financial instruments - initial recognition and subsequent measurement.

iv) Advance from customer and deferred revenue

Advance from customer and deferred revenue is the obligation to transfer services to a customer for which the Company has received consideration from the customer. If a customer pays consideration before the

Company transfers services to the customer, a contract liability is recognised when the payment is made. Advance from customer and deferred revenue are recognised as revenue when the Company fulfils its performance obligations under the contract.

v) Interest income

Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is recorded using the applicable Effective Interest Rate (EIR), which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts over the expected life of the financial asset to that asset''s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

vi) Dividends

Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive the payment is established.

vii) Cost to obtain a contract

The Company pays sales commission to its channel partners for each contract that they obtain. Such costs are deferred over the average expected customer life-cycle provided the estimated average customer life-cycle is higher than twelve months. The Company re-estimates the average customer life cycle on a periodic basis.

b) Leases

The Company assesses at contract inception whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. That is, if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.

Company as a lessee

The Company applies a single recognition and measurement approach for all leases, except for short-term leases and leases of low-value assets. The Company recognises lease liabilities to make lease payments and right-of-use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets. The Company''s lease asset classes primarily

consist of leases for passive infrastructure for cell

sites and immovable properties.

i) Right-of-use assets

The Company recognises right-of-use assets at the commencement date of the lease (i.e., the date the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any re-measurement of lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs incurred, and lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received.

Right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

If ownership of the leased asset transfers to the Company at the end of the lease term or the cost reflects the exercise of a purchase option, depreciation is calculated using the estimated useful life of the asset. The right-of-use assets are also subject to impairment (Refer note 5(l)).

ii) Lease liabilities

At the commencement date of the lease, the Company recognises lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable and variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate. The lease payments also include the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the Company and payments of penalties for terminating the lease, if the lease term reflects the Company exercising the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a rate are recognised as expenses in the period in which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs.

In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement

date because the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is re-measured if there is a modification i.e. a change in the lease term or a change in the lease payments or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset. The re-measurement of lease liability is done by discounting the revised lease payments using the Company''s incremental borrowing rate at the effective date of modification.

iii) Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets

The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its shortterm leases (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases that are considered to be of low value. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low value assets are recognised as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Company as a lessor

Finance lease:

Amounts due from lessees under finance leases are recognised as receivables at the amount of the Company''s net investment in the leases. Finance lease income is allocated to accounting period so as to reflect a constant periodic rate of return on the net investment outstanding in respect of the lease.

Operating lease:

Rental income from operating lease is recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term unless payments to the Company are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the Company''s expected inflationary cost

increase; such increases are recognised in the year in which such benefits accrue. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term. Contingent rents are recognised as income in the period in which they are earned.

The Company enters into agreements which entitle its customers the right to use of specified capacity of dark fibre / bandwidth capacity for a specific period of time. Under such arrangements, the rights to use the specified assets are given for a substantial part of the estimated useful life of such assets. The contracted price received upfront in advance is treated as deferred revenue and is recognised on a straight line basis over the agreement period.

c) Employee benefits

i. Defined Contribution Plan

Contributions to Provident and other funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The Company has no obligation other than contribution payable to these funds.

ii. Defined Benefit Plan

The Company has a defined benefit gratuity plan which is a combination of funded plan and unfunded plan. In case of funded plan, the Company makes contribution to a separately administered fund with the Insurance Companies. The Company maintains a target level of funding to be maintained over a period of time based on estimation of the payments. Any deficit in plan assets managed by Insurance

Companies as compared to the liability based on an independent actuarial valuation is recognised as a liability. The cost of providing benefits under the defined benefit plan is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at periodic intervals.

Re-measurements, comprising of actuarial gains and losses and the return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability), are recognised immediately in the Balance Sheet with a corresponding charge or credit to Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in the period in which they occur. Re-measurements are not reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss in subsequent periods.

Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The Company recognises the following changes in the net defined benefit obligation as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss:

• Service costs; and

• Net interest expense or income

iii. Short-term and other long-term employee benefits

A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of salaries, wages, Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and other short term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for that service.

Provision for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the reporting date. The related re-measurements are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they arise.

iv. Share- based payments

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees for options granted by the Company to its employees are measured at

the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

Stock option of Vodafone Group Plc (VGPLc) granted to the employees of the Company are accounted as cash-settled share based payments by the Company.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity settled share-based payments is expensed over the period in which the performance or service conditions are fulfilled, based on the Company''s estimate of stock options that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the cash settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of stock option that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in liability. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve or liability as applicable.

In respect of cancellation of unvested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is reversed under the same head in the Statement of Profit and Loss. In respect of cancellation/expiration of vested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is adjusted against Retained earnings in Other Equity.

In respect of modification such as re-pricing of existing stock option, the difference in fair value of the option on the date of re-pricing is accounted for as share based payment expense over the remaining vesting period.

d) Annual Revenue Share License Fees and

Spectrum Usage Charges

The variable license fees and annual spectrum

usage charges, computed basis of adjusted gross

revenue, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises as per the license agreement of the licensed service area at prescribed rate.

e) Foreign currency transactions

The Company''s financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (?) which is also the Company''s functional currency.

Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the '' spot rate on the date the transaction first qualifies for recognition. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the functional currency spot rates of exchange on the reporting date.

Exchange differences arising on settlement or translation of monetary items are recognised on net basis within finance cost in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are recognised using the exchange rates at the dates of the initial transactions.

f) Exceptional items

Items of income or expense which are nonrecurring or outside of the ordinary course of business and are of such size, nature or incidence that their separate disclosure is considered necessary to explain the performance of the Company are disclosed as exceptional items in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

g) Taxes

Income tax expense represents the sum of current tax and deferred tax.

i. Current tax

Current tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. Current tax is based on the taxable income and calculated using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

ii. Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow the benefit of part or that entire deferred tax asset to be utilised. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are reassessed at the end of each reporting date and are recognised to the extent it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

Deferred tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation statute.

h) Current / Non - Current Classification

An asset is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be realized or consumed in the respective company''s normal operating

cycle;

b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

c) It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) If it is cash or cash equivalent, unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any asset not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

A liability is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle of the respective companies;

b) It is held primarily for the purposes of trading;

c) It is expected to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) The respective companies have no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any liability not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

i) Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) and Capital work in progress (CWIP) held for use in the rendering of services and supply of goods, or for administrative purposes, are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition and installation of Property, Plant and Equipment, nonrefundable duties and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. CWIP represents cost of property, plant and equipment not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. When significant parts of plant and equipment are required to be replaced at intervals, the Company depreciates them separately based on their specific useful lives.

Subsequent costs are included in the assets carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The present value of the expected cost for the decommissioning of an asset after its use is included in the cost of the respective asset if the recognition criteria for a provision are met.

Freehold land is not depreciated. Depreciation on all other assets under PPE commences once such assets are available for use in the intended condition and location. Depreciation is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower.

Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) is capitalized when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. ARO is measured based on present value of expected cost to settle the obligation.

Particulars

Estimated useful life (in years)

Buildings

25 to 30

Leasehold

Period of lease or 10

Improvements

years whichever is lower

Network Equipments

7 to 9

Optical Fibre

15

Other Plant and Equipment

2 to 5

Office Equipments

3 to 5

Computers and servers

3 to 5

Furniture and Fixtures

5 to 10

RoU Assets

- Land & Building

Over the period of lease

- Cell sites

Over the period of lease

- Bandwidth (IRU)

Over the period of agreement

- Others

3 to 5

Motor Vehicles

2 to 5

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part which meets the criteria for asset held for sale will be reclassified from property, plant and equipment to asset held for sale. When any significant part of property, plant and equipment is discarded or replaced, the carrying value of discarded / replaced part is derecognized. Any gains or losses arising from retirement or disposal of property, plant and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

j) Intangible Assets

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition of Intangible assets and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Internally generated intangibles are not capitalised and the related expenditure is reflected in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the expenditure is incurred.

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. There are no intangible assets assessed with indefinite useful life.

Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life. The amortisation period, residual value and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at the end of each year. Changes in the expected useful life or the expected pattern of consumption of future economic benefits embodied in the asset are considered to modify the amortisation period or method, as appropriate, and are treated as changes in accounting estimates. The amortisation expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss unless such expenditure forms part of carrying value of another asset.

Intangible assets are amortised on straight line method as under:

• Cost of spectrum is amortised on straight line method from the date when the related

network is ready for intended use over the unexpired period of the spectrum.

• Cost of licenses is amortised on straight line method from the date of launch of circle/ renewal of license over the unexpired period of the license.

• Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

• Brand - Separately acquired brand is shown at historical cost. Subsequently brand is carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The Company amortises brand using the straight line method over the estimated useful life of 10 years.

Cost of Intangible assets under development represents cost of intangible assets not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. It includes the amount of spectrum allotted to the Company and related borrowing costs (that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying assets) if any, for which network is not yet ready.

Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the asset is derecognised.

k) Non - Current Assets Held for sale

Non-current assets and disposal groups are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and its sale is highly probable. The sale is considered highly probable only when the asset or disposal groups is available for immediate sale in its present condition, it is unlikely that the sale will be withdrawn and the sale is expected to be completed within one year from the date of classification. Non-current assets (and disposal groups) classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair

value less costs to sell. These are not depreciated or amortised once classified as held for sale. Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale are presented separately in the Balance Sheet. Non-current assets that ceases to be classified as held for sale are measured at lower of (i) its carrying amount before the asset was classified as held for sale, adjusted for depreciation that would have been recognised had that asset not been classified as held for sale, and (ii) its recoverable amount at the date when the disposal group ceases to be classified as held for sale.

l) Impairment of Non - Financial Assets

Tangible assets (including ROU assets) and Intangible assets are reviewed for impairment, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pretax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. In determining fair value less cost of disposal, an appropriate valuation model is used. If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss by reducing the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) to its recoverable amount.

For assets excluding goodwill, impairment losses recognized in the earlier periods are assessed at each reporting date for any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. If such indication exists, the Company estimates the asset''s (or cash generating unit''s) recoverable amount. A previously recognized impairment

loss is reversed only if there has been a change in estimates used to determine the assets'' recoverable amount since the last impairment loss was recognised. When an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or a cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had such impairment loss not been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. Any reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

m) Investment in Subsidiaries, Associate and Joint Arrangements

The Company recognises its investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associate at cost less any impairment losses, if any except investment in Indus which has accounted for at Fair value though other comprehensive income.

n) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing Costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation. Borrowing cost also includes exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the finance costs.

o) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis and includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price

in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

p) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the Balance Sheet comprise of cash at bank and on hand and short-term deposits with an original maturity of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the Statement of Cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts as they are considered an integral part of the Company''s cash management.

q) Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurement

Financial Instruments (assets and liabilities) are recognised when the Company becomes a party to a contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, other than those designated as fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at FVTPL are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

i. Financial assets

All regular way purchase or sale of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchase or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Subsequent measurement

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at

either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets:

a) Financial assets measured at amortised cost

b) Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

c) Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI)

I. Financial assets measured at amortised cost

A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

• The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

• Contractual terms of the instruments give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) method. EIR is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the EIR, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument or where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

The EIR amortisation is included in other income in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category generally applies to trade and other receivables, loans, etc.

II. Financial assets measured at FVTPL

FVTPL is a residual category for financial assets in the nature of debt instruments.

Financial assets included within the FVTPL category are measured at fair value with all changes recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109.

Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised when:

• The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or

• The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a ‘passthrough'' arrangement; and either

- the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or

- the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Impairment of financial assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the following financial assets and credit risk exposure:

• Debt instruments measured at amortised cost e.g., loans and bank deposits

• Trade receivables

• Other Financial assets not designated as FVTPL

For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the

Company determines whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If, in a subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12-month ECL.

ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e., all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. Lifetime ECL are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12-month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date.

The Company follows ‘simplified approach'' for recognition of impairment loss allowance on Trade receivables (including lease receivables). The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

For the purpose of measuring the expected credit loss for trade receivables, the Company estimates irrecoverable amounts based on the ageing of the receivable balances and historical experience. Further, a large number of minor receivables are grouped into homogeneous groups and assessed for impairment collectively depending on their significance. Individual trade receivables are written off when management deems them not to be collectible on assessment of facts and circumstances. Refer note 13.

III. Financial assets measured at FVTOCI

Financial assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets, where the assets'' cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at fair value through FVTOCI. Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains or losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange gains and losses which are recognised in statement of profit and loss. When the financial asset is derecognised, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is reclassified from equity to statement of profit and loss and recognised in other (gains)/losses (net). Interest income from these financial assets is included in other income using the effective interest rate method.

ii. Financial liabilitiesSubsequent measurement

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method or at FVTPL.

a) Financial liabilities at amortised cost

After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings and other payables are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the EIR amortisation process. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

b) Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as FVTPL when the financial liabilities are held for trading or are designated as FVTPL on initial recognition. Financial liabilities are classified as held for

trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments. Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognised in the profit or loss.

De-recognition

A financial liability is de-recognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. In case, an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the de-recognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii. Derivative financial instruments

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps, to manage its foreign currency risks and interest rate risks, respectively. These derivative instruments are not designated as cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges and are entered into for period consistent with currency and interest exposures. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains

or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded derivatives

An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid (combined) instrument that also includes a non-derivative host contract - with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way similar to a stand-alone derivative instrument. An embedded derivative causes some or all of the cash flows that otherwise would be required by the contract to be modified according to a specified interest rate, financial instrument price, commodity price, foreign exchange rate, index of prices or rates, credit rating or credit index, or other variable, provided in the case of a non-financial variable that the variable is not specific to a party to the contract.

If the hybrid contract contains a host that is a financial asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the entire hybrid contract. Derivatives embedded in all other host contracts are accounted for as separate derivatives and recorded at fair value if their economic characteristics and risks are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not held for trading or designated at fair value through profit or loss. These embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss, unless designated as effective hedging instruments.

iv. Offsetting financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the Balance Sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

r) Fair value measurement

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.

The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs.

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

• Level 1 — Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities

• Level 2 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable

• Level 3 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable

For assets and liabilities that are recognised in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by reassessing categorisation (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) (a) on the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused the transfer or (b) at the end of each reporting period or (c) at the beginning of each reporting period.

s) Dividend distribution to equity holders

Dividends paid / payable along with applicable taxes are recognised when it is approved by the shareholders. In case of interim dividend, it is recognised when it is approved by the Board of Directors and distribution is no longer at the discretion of the Company. A corresponding amount is accordingly recognised directly in equity.

t) Earnings per share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per share (EPS) is the net profit / (loss) after tax.

EPS is disclosed on basic and diluted basis. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the profit / (loss) for the period attributable to the shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

u) Onerous Contract

An onerous contract is a contract under which the unavoidable costs (i.e., the costs that the Company cannot avoid because it has the contract) of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it. The unavoidable costs under a contract reflect the least net cost of exiting from the contract, which is the lo


Mar 31, 2021

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited) (‘the Company''), a public limited company, was incorporated under the provisions of the Companies Act applicable in India on March 14, 1995. Its shares are listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India (Scrip Code; NSE: IDEA, BSE: 532822). The registered office of the Company is situated at Suman Tower, Plot No. 18, Sector-11, Gandhinagar - 382011, Gujarat. The Company is one of the leading telecom service providers in India. The Company is engaged in the business of Mobility and Long Distance services.

These financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2021 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorised for issue on June 30, 2021.

2(A) STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

These financial statements of the Company comprising of Balance Sheet, Statement of Profit and Loss, Statement of Changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows together with the notes have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter.

2(B) BASIS OF PREPARATION

These financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for certain financial instruments that have been measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, as explained in the accounting policies below.

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services on the transaction date.

All financial information presented in INR has been rounded off to million unless otherwise stated.

The financial statements are based on the classification provisions contained in Ind AS 1, ‘Presentation of Financial Statements'' and division II of schedule III of the Companies Act, 2013.

3. The Hon''ble Supreme Court on October 24, 2019 along with supplementary order dated July 20, 2019 and final order dated September 1, 2020 delivered its judgment (together referred to as “AGR Judgment") on the cross appeals against the Hon''ble TDSAT judgment dated

April 23, 2015, relating to the definition of Adjusted Gross Revenue. The order upheld the principal demand, levy of interest, penalty and interest on penalty.

Pursuant to the AGR judgment, the Company had recognized a total estimated liability (AGR dues) of '' 459,607 Mn as at March 31, 2020. This was based on the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) demands (mainly up to the period FY 2016-17 and some beyond) after adjustment for certain computational errors and payments made in the past not considered in DoT demands and estimates made by the Company for the periods thereafter for which demands had not been received together with interest, penalty and interest on penalty up to March 31, 2020.

On July 20, 2020, the Hon''ble Supreme Court, after hearing all parties, observed that the amount to be recovered (preliminary assessed) given by DoT in its modification application are taken to be as final amount and there can be no dispute raised about it. Consequent to the above, without prejudice and on prudence, the Company had recognized an additional charge of '' 194,405 Mn (including interest on the amount of liability recognised considering the rate as per the affidavit filed by DoT on March 16, 2020, with effect from the date of AGR Judgement) as exceptional items. The Company has also paid a further '' 10,000 Mn during the year and accordingly, the total payment as at March 31, 2021 towards the dues following this AGR Judgment stands at '' 78,544 Mn.

Subsequent to the same, on September 1, 2020, vide its judgment, the Hon''ble Supreme Court has inter-alia directed that for the demand raised by the DoT in respect of the AGR dues based on the judgment of this Court, there shall not be any dispute raised by any of the Telecom Operators and that there shall not be any reassessment; the Telecom Operators shall at the first instance, make the payment of 10% of the total dues as demanded by DoT by March 31, 2021 and thereafter, Telecom Operators to make payment in yearly instalments commencing from April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2031 payable by 31st March of every succeeding financial year. As the cumulative amount paid by the Company of '' 78,544 Mn exceeded 10% of the total liability, which the Company believes is as demanded by DoT for the period up to the date of judgment, the next instalment would be payable only by March 31, 2022.

The Company has informed the DoT that it has paid more than 10% of the total dues and has complied with Hon''ble Supreme Court order. The company has

also filed an affidavit with Hon''ble Supreme Court including the compliance letter that was filed with DoT confirming payment of 10% of the total dues along with an undertaking to pay the arrears as per the Court judgement.

Further, on January 7, 2021, the Company has filed a modification application with the Hon''ble Supreme Court requesting them to allow DoT to correct manifest/ clerical/arithmetic errors in the computation of AGR demands and carry out the corrections in accordance with law within a reasonable period of time. The matter is yet to be heard. Meanwhile DoT issued additional demands towards license fees and Spectrum usage charges for which the company has written to them requesting corrections of certain error in Spectrum rates, computational errors, admissible pass-through not considered based on the principles laid down in the AGR judgement. Pending response on the same, the Company has disclosed the excess of such demands over the provision considered as Contingent Liabilities. During the year, the Company has recognised interest expense amounting to '' 33,705 Mn in addition to '' 194,405 Mn as mentioned above. The Company has split the total liability as at March 31, 2021 amounting to '' 609,603 Mn (net of payment of '' 78,544 Mn) into other current financial liabilities of '' 42,081 Mn and deferred payment obligation under long term borrowings of '' 567,522 Mn in line with the principles of the AGR judgement.

4. The Company has incurred losses of '' 462,937 Mn for the year ended March 31, 2021 and the networth is negative '' 377,076 Mn. As at March 31, 2021, the total debt (including interest accrued but not due and AGR liability) of the Company stands at '' 1,867,790 Mn. The Company has classified '' 85,472 Mn (net of waiver received) from non-current borrowings to current maturities of long-term debt for not meeting certain covenant clauses under the financial agreements for specified financial ratios as at March 31, 2021. Further, as a result of the rating downgrade, certain lenders had asked for increase of interest rates and additional margin money/security against existing facilities. The Company has exchanged correspondences and continues to be in discussion with the lenders for the next steps/waivers. The existing debt (excluding deferred spectrum obligation of '' 20,941 Mn for which additional Bank Guarantees of '' 9,757 Mn is to be given to avail additional 1 year moratorium) of '' 81,184 Mn and the next instalment of the AGR Judgement matter (as mentioned in Note 3 above) are

payable by March 31, 2022. Guarantees amounting to '' 70,399 Mn are due to expire during the next twelve months. The Company has also written to DoT for deferment of the spectrum payment instalment of '' 82,117 Mn payable as at April 9, 2022.

The Board of Directors of the Company, at its meeting held on September 4, 2020 had approved the fund-raising plan of up to '' 250,000 Mn.

There exists material uncertainty relating to the Company''s ability to continue as a going concern which is dependent on its ability to raise additional funds as required, successful negotiations with lenders on continued support, refinancing of debts, monetisation of certain assets, outcome of the modification application filed with the Hon''ble Supreme Court and clarity of the next instalment amount, acceptance of its deferment request by DoT and generation of cash flow from operations that it needs to settle/renew its liabilities/ guarantees as they fall due. As of date, the Company has met all its debt obligations. Pending the outcome of the above matters, these financial statement have been prepared on a going concern basis.

5. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIESa) Revenue from contracts with customers

Revenue is recognised when a customer receives services and thus has the ability to direct the use and obtain benefits from those services. Revenue is measured at the Transaction price i.e. an amount that reflects the consideration, to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services to customers, excluding amounts collected on behalf of third parties. Taxes and duties collected by the seller/service provider are to be deposited with the government and not received by the Company on their own account. Accordingly, it is excluded from revenue. The Company evaluates its exposure to significant risks and reward associated with the revenue arrangements in order to determine its position of a principal or an agent in this regard. Consideration payable to a customer includes cash or credit or other items expected to be payable to the customer (or to other parties that purchase the entity''s services from the customer). The Company accounts for consideration payable to a customer as a reduction from the transaction price unless the payment to the customer is in exchange for a distinct service that the customer transfers to the entity.

i) Revenue from supply of services

Revenue on account of telephony services (post-paid and prepaid categories, roaming, interconnect and long distance services) is recognised on rendering of services. Fixed Revenues in the post-paid category are recognised over the period of rendering of services. Processing fees on recharge vouchers in case of prepaid category is recognised over the validity of such vouchers.

Revenue from other services (internet services, mobile advertisement, revenue from toll free services, etc.) is recognised on rendering of services. Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognised on rendering of services.

If the consideration in a contract includes a variable amount, the Company estimates the amount of consideration to which it will be entitled in exchange for transferring the goods to the customer. The variable consideration is estimated at contract inception and constrained until it is highly probable that a significant revenue reversal in the amount of cumulative revenue recognised will not occur when the associated uncertainty with the variable consideration is subsequently resolved.

Multiple element contracts:

Bundle packages that include multiple elements, at the inception of the arrangement, the Company determines whether it is necessary to separate the separately identifiable elements and apply the corresponding revenue recognition policy to each element. Total package revenue is allocated among the identified elements based on their relative standalone price.

ii) Unbilled income

Unbilled income is the right to consideration in exchange for goods or services transferred to the customer. If the Company performs its obligation by transferring goods or services to a customer before the same is invoiced to the customer, unbilled income is recognised for the earned consideration that is conditional on satisfaction of performance obligation.

iii) Trade receivables

A receivable represents the Company''s right to an amount of consideration that is unconditional (i.e. only the passage of time is required before payment of the consideration is due). Refer to accounting policies of financial assets in section

5(q) Financial instruments - initial recognition and subsequent measurement.

iv) Advance from customer and deferred revenue Advance from customer and deferred revenue is the obligation to transfer services to a customer for which the Company has received consideration from the customer. If a customer pays consideration before the Company transfers services to the customer, a contract liability is recognised when the payment is made. Advance from customer and deferred revenue are recognised as revenue when the Company fulfils its performance obligations under the contract.

v) Interest income

Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is recorded using the applicable Effective Interest Rate (EIR), which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts over the expected life of the financial asset to that asset''s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

vi) Dividends

Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive the payment is established.

vii) Cost to obtain a contract

The Company pays sales commission to its channel partners for each contract that they obtain. Such costs are deferred over the average expected customer life-cycle provided the estimated average customer life-cycle is higher than twelve months. The Company re-estimates the average customer life cycle on a periodic basis.

b) Leases

The Company assesses at contract inception whether a contract is, or contains, a lease. That is, if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.

Company as a lessee

The Company applies a single recognition and measurement approach for all leases, except for short-term leases and leases of low-value assets. The Company recognises lease liabilities to make lease payments and right-of-use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets. The Company''s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for passive infrastructure for cell sites and immovable properties.

i) Right-of-use assets

The Company recognises right-of-use assets at the commencement date of the lease (i.e. the date the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any re-measurement of lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognised, initial direct costs incurred, and lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received.

Right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straightline basis over the lease term.

If ownership of the leased asset transfers to the Company at the end of the lease term or the cost reflects the exercise of a purchase option, depreciation is calculated using the estimated useful life of the asset. The right-of-use assets are also subject to impairment (Refer note 5(l)).

ii) Lease liabilities

At the commencement date of the lease, the Company recognises lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payments include fixed payments less any lease incentives receivable and variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate. The lease payments also include the exercise price of a purchase option reasonably certain to be exercised by the Company and payments of penalties for terminating the lease, if the lease term reflects the Company exercising the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that do not depend on an index or a rate are recognised as expenses in the period in which the event or condition that triggers the payment occurs.

In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date because the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is re-measured if there is a modification i.e. a change in the lease term or a change in the lease payments or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset. The re-measurement of lease liability is

done by discounting the revised lease payments using the Company''s incremental borrowing rate at the effective date of modification.

iii) Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets

The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its short-term leases (i.e. those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases that are considered to be of low value. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low value assets are recognised as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Company as a lessor

Finance lease:

Amounts due from lessees under finance leases are recognised as receivables at the amount of the Company''s net investment in the leases. Finance lease income is allocated to accounting period so as to reflect a constant periodic rate of return on the net investment outstanding in respect of the lease.

Operating lease:

Rental income from operating lease is recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term unless payments to the Company are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the Company''s expected inflationary cost increase; such increases are recognised in the year in which such benefits accrue. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term. Contingent rents are recognised as income in the period in which they are earned.

The Company enters into agreements which entitle its customers the right to use of specified capacity of dark fibre/bandwidth capacity for a specific period of time. Under such arrangements, the rights to use the specified assets are given for a substantial part of the estimated useful life of such assets. The contracted price received upfront in advance is treated as deferred revenue and is recognised on a straight line basis over the agreement period.

c) Employee benefits

i) Defined Contribution Plan

Contributions to Provident and other funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The Company has no obligation other than contribution payable to these funds.

ii) Defined Benefit Plan

The Company has a defined benefit gratuity plan which is a combination of funded plan and unfunded plan. In case of funded plan, the Company makes contribution to a separately administered fund with the Insurance Companies. The Company maintains a target level of funding to be maintained over a period of time based on estimation of the payments. Any deficit in plan assets managed by Insurance Companies as compared to the liability based on an independent actuarial valuation is recognised as a liability. The cost of providing benefits under the defined benefit plan is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at periodic intervals.

Re-measurements, comprising of actuarial gains and losses and the return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability), are recognised immediately in the Balance Sheet with a corresponding charge or credit to Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in the period in which they occur. Re-measurements are not reclassified to Statement of Profit and Loss in subsequent periods.

Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The Company recognises the following changes in the net defined benefit obligation as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss:

• Service costs; and

• Net interest expense or income

iii) Short-term and other long-term employee benefits A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to

employees in respect of salaries, wages, Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) and other short term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount, of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for that service.

Provision for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the reporting date. The related re-measurements are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which they arise.

iv) Share- based payments

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees for options granted by the Company to its employees are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

Stock option of Vodafone Group Plc (VGPLc) granted to the employees of the Company are accounted as cash-settled share based payments by the Company.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity settled share-based payments is expensed over the period in which the performance or service conditions are fulfilled, based on the Company''s estimate of stock options that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. The fair value of the cash settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company''s estimate of stock option that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in liability. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve or liability as applicable.

In respect of cancellation of unvested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is reversed under the same head in the Statement of Profit and Loss. In respect of cancellation/expiration of vested stock options, the amount already charged as share based payment expense is adjusted against Retained earnings in Other Equity.

In respect of modification such as re-pricing of existing stock option, the difference in fair value of the option on the date of re-pricing is accounted for as share based payment expense over the remaining vesting period.

d) Annual Revenue Share License Fees and Spectrum Usage Charges

The variable license fees and annual spectrum usage charges, computed basis of adjusted gross revenue, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises as per the license agreement of the licensed service area at prescribed rate.

e) Foreign currency transactions

The Company''s financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (INR) which is also the Company''s functional currency.

Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the INR spot rate on the date the transaction first qualifies for recognition. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the functional currency spot rates of exchange on the reporting date.

Exchange differences arising on settlement or translation of monetary items are recognised on net basis within finance cost in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are recognised using the exchange rates at the dates of the initial transactions.

f) Exceptional items

Items of income or expense which are non-recurring or outside of the ordinary course of business and are of such size, nature or incidence that their separate disclosure is considered necessary to explain the performance of the Company are disclosed as exceptional items in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

g) Taxes

Income tax expense represents the sum of current tax and deferred tax.

i) Current tax

Current tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. Current tax is based

on the taxable income and calculated using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

ii) Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow the benefit of part or that entire deferred tax asset to be utilised. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are re-assessed at the end of each reporting date and are recognised to the extent it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

Deferred tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation statute.

h) Current/Non - Current Classification

An asset is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be realized or consumed in the respective company''s normal operating cycle;

b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

c) It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) If it is cash or cash equivalent, unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any asset not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

A liability is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle of the respective companies;

b) It is held primarily for the purposes of trading;

c) It is expected to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) The respective companies have no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any liability not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

i) Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) and Capital work in progress (CWIP) held for use in the rendering of services and supply of goods, or for administrative purposes, are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition and installation of Property, Plant and Equipment, non-refundable duties and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. CWIP represents cost of property, plant and equipment not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. When significant parts of plant and equipment are required to be replaced at intervals, the Company depreciates them separately based on their specific useful lives. Subsequent costs are included in the assets carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The present value of the expected cost for the decommissioning of an asset after its use is included in the cost of the respective asset if the recognition criteria for a provision are met.

Freehold land is not depreciated. Depreciation on all other assets under PPE commences once such assets are available for use in the intended condition and location. Depreciation is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower.

Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) is capitalized when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. ARO is measured based on present value of expected cost to settle the obligation.

Particulars

Estimated useful life (in years)

Buildings

25 to 30

Leasehold Improvements

Period of lease or 10 years whichever is lower

Network Equipments

7 to 9

Optical Fibre(1)

15

Other Plant and Equipment

2 to 5

Office Equipments

3 to 5

Computers and servers

3 to 5

Furniture and Fixtures

5 to 10

RoU Assets

- Land & Building

Over the period of lease

- Cell sites

Over the period of lease

- Bandwidth (IRU)

Over the period of agreement

- Others

3 to 5

Motor Vehicles

2 to 5

1 These assets are transferred to subsidiary pursuant to demerger of fibre assets from October 1, 2019 (refer 40 (iv)).

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part which meets the criteria for asset held for sale will be reclassified from property, plant and equipment to asset held for sale. When any significant part of property, plant and equipment is discarded or replaced, the carrying value of discarded/replaced part is derecognized. Any gains or losses arising from retirement or disposal of property, plant and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition of Intangible assets and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Internally generated intangibles are not capitalised and the related expenditure is reflected in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the expenditure is incurred.

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. There are no intangible assets assessed with indefinite useful life.

Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life. The amortisation period, residual value and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at the end of each year. Changes in the expected useful life or the expected pattern of consumption of future economic benefits embodied in the asset are considered to modify the amortisation period or method, as appropriate, and are treated as changes in accounting estimates. The amortisation expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss unless such expenditure forms part of carrying value of another asset.

Intangible assets are amortised on straight line method as under:

• Cost of spectrum is amortised on straight line method from the date when the related network is ready for intended use over the unexpired period of the spectrum.

• Cost of licenses is amortised on straight line method from the date of launch of circle/renewal of license over the unexpired period of the license.

• Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

• Bandwidth capacities acquired under Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU) basis is accounted for as intangible assets and amortised over the period of the agreement till March 31, 2019. From April 1, 2019 these assets are reclassified to RoU assets on adoption of Ind AS 116

• Brand - Separately acquired brand is shown at historical cost. Subsequently brand is carried

at cost less accumulated amortisation and impairment loss, if any. The Company amortises brand using the straight line method over the estimated useful life of 10 years (March 31, 2020: 15 years).

Cost of Intangible assets under development represents cost of intangible assets not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. It includes the amount of spectrum allotted to the Company and related borrowing costs (that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying assets) if any, for which network is not yet ready.

Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the asset is derecognised.

k) Non-Current Assets Held for sale

Non-current assets and disposal groups are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and its sale is highly probable. The sale is considered highly probable only when the asset or disposal groups is available for immediate sale in its present condition, it is unlikely that the sale will be withdrawn and the sale is expected to be completed within one year from the date of classification. Non-current assets (and disposal groups) classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. These are not depreciated or amortised once classified as held for sale. Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale are presented separately in the Balance Sheet.

Non-current assets that ceases to be classified as held for sale are measured at lower of (i) its carrying amount before the asset was classified as held for sale, adjusted for depreciation that would have been recognised had that asset not been classified as held for sale, and (ii) its recoverable amount at the date when the disposal group ceases to be classified as held for sale.

l) Impairment of Non-Financial Assets

Tangible assets (including ROU assets) and Intangible assets are reviewed for impairment, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to

estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. In determining fair value less cost of disposal, an appropriate valuation model is used. If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss by reducing the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) to its recoverable amount.

For assets excluding goodwill, impairment losses recognized in the earlier periods are assessed at each reporting date for any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. If such indication exists, the Company estimates the asset''s (or cash generating unit''s) recoverable amount. A previously recognized impairment loss is reversed only if there has been a change in estimates used to determine the assets'' recoverable amount since the last impairment loss was recognised. When an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or a cashgenerating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had such impairment loss not been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. Any reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

m) Investment in Subsidiaries, Associate and Joint Arrangements

The Company recognises its investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associate at cost less any impairment losses, if any except investment in Indus which has accounted for at Fair value though other comprehensive income.

n) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing Costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs

consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation. Borrowing cost also includes exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the finance costs.

o) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis and includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

p) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the Balance Sheet comprise of cash at bank and on hand and short-term deposits with an original maturity of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the Statement of Cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts as they are considered an integral part of the Company''s cash management.

q) Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurement

Financial Instruments (assets and liabilities) are recognised when the Company becomes a party to a contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, other than those designated as fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at FVTPL are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

All regular way purchase or sale of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchase or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Subsequent measurement

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets:

a) Financial assets measured at amortised cost

b) Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

c) Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI)

I. Financial assets measured at amortised cost

A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

• The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

• Contractual terms of the instruments give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) method. EIR is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the EIR, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument or where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

The EIR amortisation is included in other income in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category generally applies to trade and other receivables, loans, etc.

II. Financial assets measured at FVTPL

FVTPL is a residual category for financial assets in the nature of debt instruments. Financial assets

included within the FVTPL category are measured at fair value with all changes recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109.

Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised when:

• The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or

• The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a ‘passthrough'' arrangement; and either

- the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or

- the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Impairment of financial assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the following financial assets and credit risk exposure:

• Debt instruments measured at amortised cost e.g., loans and bank deposits

• Trade receivables

• Other Financial assets not designated as FVTPL

For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If, in a subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since

initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12-month ECL.

ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e. all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. Lifetime ECL are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12-month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date.

The Company follows ‘simplified approach'' for recognition of impairment loss allowance on Trade receivables (including lease receivables). The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

For the purpose of measuring the expected credit loss for trade receivables, the Company estimates irrecoverable amounts based on the ageing of the receivable balances and historical experience. Further, a large number of minor receivables are grouped into homogeneous groups and assessed for impairment collectively depending on their significance. Individual trade receivables are written off when management deems them not to be collectible on assessment of facts and circumstances. Refer note 13.

III. Financial assets measured at FVOCI

Financial assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets, where the assets'' cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at fair value through FVOCI. Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains or losses, interest revenue and foreign exchange gains and losses which are recognised in statement of profit and loss. When the financial asset is derecognised, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is reclassified from equity to statement of profit and loss and recognised in other (gains)/ losses (net). Interest income from these financial assets is included in other income using the effective interest rate method.

Subsequent measurement

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method or at FVTPL.

a) Financial liabilities at amortised cost

After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings and other payables are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the EIR amortisation process. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

b) Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as FVTPL when the financial liabilities are held for trading or are designated as FVTPL on initial recognition. Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments. Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognised in the profit or loss.

De-recognition

A financial liability is de-recognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. In case, an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the de-recognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps, to manage its foreign currency risks and interest rate risks, respectively. These derivative instruments are not designated as cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges and are entered into for period consistent with currency and interest exposures. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded derivatives

An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid (combined) instrument that also includes a non-derivative host contract - with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way similar to a stand-alone derivative instrument. An embedded derivative causes some or all of the cash flows that otherwise would be required by the contract to be modified according to a specified interest rate, financial instrument price, commodity price, foreign exchange rate, index of prices or rates, credit rating or credit index, or other variable, provided in the case of a non-financial variable that the variable is not specific to a party to the contract.

If the hybrid contract contains a host that is a financial asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the entire hybrid contract. Derivatives embedded in all other host contracts are accounted for as separate derivatives and recorded at fair value if their economic characteristics and risks are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not held for trading or designated at fair value through profit or loss. These embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognised in profit or loss, unless designated as effective hedging instruments.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the Balance Sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

r) Fair value measurement

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.

The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs.

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

• Level 1 - Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities

• Level 2 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable

• Level 3 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable

For assets and liabilities that are recognised in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by re-assessing categorisation (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) (a) on the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused the transfer or (b) at the end of each reporting period or (c) at the beginning of each reporting period.

s) Dividend distribution to equity holders

Dividends paid/payable along with applicable taxes are recognised when it is approved by the shareholders. In case of interim dividend, it is recognised when it is approved by the Board of Directors and distribution is no longer at the discretion of the Company. A corresponding amount is accordingly recognised directly in equity.

t) Earnings per share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earnings per share (EPS) is the net profit/(loss) after tax.

EPS is disclosed on basic and diluted basis. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the profit/(loss) for the period attributable to the shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

u) Onerous Contract

An onerous contract is a contract under which the unavoidable costs (i.e. the costs that the Company cannot avoid because it has the contract) of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it. The unavoidable costs under a contract reflect the least net cost of exiting from the contract, which is the lower of the cost of fulfilling it and any compensation or penalties arising from failure to fulfil it.

If the Company has a contract that is onerous, the present obligation under the contract is recognised and measured as a provision. However, before a separate provision for an onerous contract is established, the Company recognises any impairment loss that has occurred on assets dedicated to that contract.

v) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. The expense relating to a provision is presented in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre-tax rate that reflects, when appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. When discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as a finance cost.

i. Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO)

ARO is provided for those lease arrangements where the Company has a binding obligation to restore the said location/premises at the end of the period in a condition similar to inception

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a) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognised to the extent it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and can be reliably measured, regardless of the timing of receipt of payment. Revenue is measured at fair value of the consideration received or receivable and is reduced for rebates and other similar allowances. Taxes and duties collected by the seller / service provider are to be deposited with the government and not received by the Company on its own account. Accordingly, it is excluded from revenue. The Company evaluates its exposure to significant risks and reward associated with the revenue arrangements in order to determine its position of a principal or an agent in this regard.

i. Service Revenue

Revenue on account of telephony services (postpaid and prepaid categories, roaming, interconnect and long distance services) is recognised on rendering of services. Rental revenues in the postpaid category are recognised over the period of rendering of services. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers in case of prepaid category is recognised over the validity of such vouchers.

Revenue from other services (internet services, Mobile advertisement, revenue from toll free services, etc.) is recognised on rendering of services.

Multiple element contracts

For revenue arrangements having more than one deliverable, at the inception of the arrangement, the Company evaluates all deliverables in the arrangement to determine whether they represent separately identifiable components. Deliverables are considered for separate components if the following two conditions are met: (i) the deliverable has value to the customer on a stand-alone basis and (ii) there is evidence of the fair value of the item. The total arrangement consideration is allocated to each separate component based on its relative fair value.

ii. Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU)

The Company enters into agreements which entitle its customers the right to use of specified capacity of dark fibre / bandwidth capacity for a specific period of time. Under such arrangements, the rights to use the specified assets are given for a substantial part of the estimated useful life of such assets.

The contracted price received upfront in advance is treated as deferred revenue and is recognised on a straight line basis over the agreement period.

iii. Unbilled Income

Unbilled income represents the value of services rendered but not yet been invoiced on the reporting date due to contractual terms.

iv. Advance from Customers and Deferred Revenue

Advance from customers / deferred revenue represents amount received / billed in advance for which services have not been rendered up to the period end date.

v. Interest Income

Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is recorded using the applicable Effective Interest Rate (EIR), which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts over the expected life of the financial asset to that asset’s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

vi. Dividends

Dividend Income is recognised when the Company’s right to receive the payment is established.

b) Leases

The Company evaluates whether an arrangement is (or contains) a lease based on the substance of the arrangement at the inception of the lease. An arrangement which is dependent on the use of a specific asset or assets and conveys a right to use the asset or assets, even if it is not explicitly specified in an arrangement is (or contains) a lease.

Leases are classified as finance lease whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

i. Company as a lessee Finance lease

Assets held under finance leases are initially recognised as assets at the commencement of the lease at their fair value or, if lower, at the present value of the minimum lease payments. Lease payments are apportioned between finance charges and reduction of the lease liability so as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss, unless they are directly attributable to qualifying assets, in which case they are capitalised in accordance with the Company’s general policy on borrowing costs. Such assets are depreciated / amortised over the period of lease or estimated useful life of the assets whichever is less. Contingent rentals are recognised as expenses in the periods in which they are incurred.

Operating lease

Operating lease payments are recognised as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a straight line basis unless payments to the lessor are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the lessor’s expected inflationary cost increase, such increases are recognised in the year in which such benefits accrue. Contingent rentals arising, if any, under operating leases are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

In the event that lease incentives are received to enter into operating leases, such incentives are recognised as a liability. The aggregate benefit of incentives is recognised as a reduction of rental expense on a straight-line basis, except where another systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed.

ii. Company as a lessor Finance lease

Amounts due from lessees under finance leases are recognized as receivables at the amount of the Company’s net investment in the leases. Finance lease income is allocated to accounting period so as to reflect a constant periodic rate of return on the net investment outstanding in respect of the lease.

Operating lease

Rental income from operating lease is recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term unless payments to the Company are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the Company’s expected inflationary cost increase, such increases are recognised in the year in which such benefits accrue. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term. Contingent rents are recognised as income in the period in which they are earned.

c) Employee benefits

i. Defined Contribution Plan

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions.

The Company has no obligation other than contribution payable to these funds.

ii. Defined Benefit Plan

The Company operates a defined benefit gratuity plan, which requires contributions to be made to a separately administered fund with the Life Insurance Corporation of India. The cost of providing benefits under the defined benefit plan is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at periodic intervals.

Re-measurements, comprising of actuarial gains and losses and the return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability), are recognised immediately in the Balance Sheet with a corresponding charge or credit to Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in the period in which they occur. Remeasurements are not reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in subsequent periods.

Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The Company recognises the following changes in the net defined benefit obligation as an expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss:

- Service costs; and

- Net interest expense or income

iii. Short-term and other long-term employee benefits

A liability is recognised for benefits accruing to employees in respect of salaries, wages and other short term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for that service.

Provision for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the reporting date. The related re-measurements are recognised in the Statements of Profit and Loss in the period in which they arise.

iv. Share- based payments

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company’s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve. In respect of any cancellation of stock options, the amount already charged as shared based payment expense is reversed under the same head in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In respect of modification such as re-pricing of existing stock option, the difference in fair value of the option on the date of re-pricing is accounted for as share based payment expense over the remaining vesting period.

d) Annual Revenue Share License Fees - and Spectrum Usage Charges

The variable license fees and annual spectrum usage charges, computed at prescribed rates of revenue share, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprise of adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the licensed service area.

e) Foreign currency transactions

The Company’s financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (INR), which is also the Company’s functional currency. Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the INR spot rate on the date the transaction first qualifies for recognition. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the functional currency spot rates of exchange on the reporting date.

Exchange differences arising on settlement or translation of monetary items are recognised on net basis within finance cost in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are recognised using the exchange rates at the dates of the initial transactions.

f) Exceptional items

Items of income or expense from ordinary activities which are nonrecurring and are of such size, nature or incidence that their separate disclosure is considered necessary to explain the performance of the Company are disclosed as exceptional items in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

g) Taxes

Income tax expense represents the sum of current tax and deferred tax.

i. Current tax

Current tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. Current tax is based on the taxable income and calculated using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

ii. Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax assets are generally recognised for all deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow the benefit of part or that entire deferred tax asset to be utilised. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are re-assessed at the end of each reporting date and are recognised to the extent it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realised or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

Deferred tax relating to items recognised outside profit or loss is recognised outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity. Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation authority.

h) Current / Non - Current Classification

An asset is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be realized or consumed in the Company’s normal operating cycle;

b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

c) It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) If it is cash or cash equivalent, unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any asset not conforming to the above is classified as non-current.

A liability is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle of the Company;

b) It is held primarily for the purposes of trading;

c) It is expected to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) The Company has no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any liability not conforming to the above is classified as noncurrent.

i) Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) and Capital work in progress (CWIP) held for use in the rendering of services and supply of goods, or for administrative purposes, are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition and installation of property, plant and equipment, non-refundable duties and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. In line with the transitional provisions, exchange differences on all foreign currency borrowings taken on or before March 31, 2016 are continued to be capitalized under PPE. CWIP represents cost of property, plant and equipment not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. When significant parts of property, plant and equipment are required to be replaced at intervals, the Company depreciates them separately based on their specific useful lives. Subsequent costs are included in the assets carrying amount or recognised as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The present value of the expected cost for the decommissioning of an asset after its use is included in the cost of the respective asset if the recognition criteria for provision are met.

Freehold Land is not depreciated. Depreciation on all other assets under PPE commences once such assets are available for use in the intended condition and location. Depreciation is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower. Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) is capitalized when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. ARO is measured based on present value of expected cost to settle the obligation.

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part which meets the criteria for asset held for sale will be reclassified from property, plant and equipment to asset held for sale. When any significant part of property, plant and equipment is discarded or replaced, the carrying value of discarded / replaced part is derecognized. Any gains or losses arising from retirement or disposal of property, plant and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

j) Intangible Assets

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition of intangible assets and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Internally generated intangibles are not capitalised and the related expenditure is reflected in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the expenditure is incurred.

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. There are no intangible assets assessed with indefinite useful life.

Intangible assets with finite lives are amortised over the useful economic life. The amortisation period and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at the end of each year. Changes in the expected useful life or the expected pattern of consumption of future economic benefits embodied in the asset are considered to modify the amortisation period or method, as appropriate, and are treated as changes in accounting estimates. The amortisation expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss unless such expenditure forms part of carrying value of another asset.

Intangible assets are amortised on straight line method as under:

- Cost of spectrum and licenses is amortised on straight line method from the date when the related network is ready for use over the unexpired period of the license/ spectrum.

- Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

- Payment for Bandwidth capacities acquired under Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU) basis is accounted for as intangible assets and the cost is amortised over the period of the agreement ranging from 10 to 20 years.

Cost of Intangible Assets under development represents cost of intangible assets not ready for intended use as on the reporting date. It includes the amount of spectrum allotted to the Company and related borrowing costs (that are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of qualifying assets), if any, for which network is not yet ready.

Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss when the asset is derecognised.

k) Non - Current Assets Held for sale

Non-current assets and disposal groups are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and its sale is highly probable. The sale is considered highly probable only when the asset or disposal groups is available for immediate sale in its present condition, it is unlikely that the sale will be withdrawn and the sale is expected to be completed within one year from the date of classification. Non-current assets (and disposal groups) classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. These are not depreciated or amortised once classified as held for sale. Assets and liabilities classified as held for sale are presented separately in the Balance Sheet.

Non-current assets that ceases to be classified as held for sale are measured at lower of (i) its carrying amount before the asset was classified as held for sale, adjusted for depreciation that would have been recognised had that asset not been classified as held for sale, and (ii) its recoverable amount at the date when the disposal group ceases to be classified as held for sale.

l) Impairment of Non - Financial Assets

Tangible and Intangible assets are reviewed for impairment, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. In determining fair value less cost of disposal, an appropriate valuation model is used. If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss by reducing the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) to its recoverable amount.

For assets excluding goodwill, impairment losses recognized in the earlier periods are assessed at each reporting date for any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. If such indication exists, the Company estimates the asset’s (or a cash-generating unit’s) recoverable amount. A previously recognized impairment loss is reversed only if there has been a change in estimates used to determine the asset’s recoverable amount since the last impairment loss was recognized. When an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or a cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had such impairment loss not been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. Any reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in Statement of Profit and Loss.

m) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing Costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of such asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalisation. Borrowing cost also includes exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the finance costs.

n) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis and includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

o) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the Balance Sheet comprise of cash at bank and on hand and short-term deposits with an original maturity of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts as they are considered an integral part of the Company’s cash management.

p) Non-current Investments in subsidiaries and associates

The Company recognises its investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates at cost less any impairment losses, if any.

q) Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurement

Financial Instruments (assets and liabilities) are recognised when the Company becomes a party to a contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, other than those designated as fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at FVTPL are recognised immediately in Statement of Profit and Loss.

i. Financial assets

All regular way purchase or sale of financial assets are recognised and derecognised on a trade date basis. Regular way purchase or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Subsequent measurement

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets:

a) Financial assets measured at amortised cost

b) Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

c) Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI) - The Company does not have any assets classified as FVTOCI.

I. Financial assets measured at amortised cost

A financial asset is measured at amortised cost if both the following conditions are met:

- The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows; and

- Contractual terms of the instruments give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) method. EIR is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the EIR, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument or where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

The EIR amortisation is included in other income in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category generally applies to trade and other receivables, loans, etc.

II. Financial assets measured at FVTPL

FVTPL is a residual category for financial assets in the nature of debt instruments. Financial assets included within the FVTPL category are measured at fair value with all changes recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognised when:

- The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired; or

- The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a ‘pass-through’ arrangement; and either

- the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset; or

- the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Impairment of financial assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the following financial assets and credit risk exposure:

- Debt instruments measured at amortised cost e.g., loans and bank deposits

- Trade receivables

- Other Financial assets not designated as FVTPL

For recognition of impairment loss on debt instruments and other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If, in a subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognising impairment loss allowance based on 12-month ECL.

ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e., all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. Lifetime ECL are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12-month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date.

The Company follows ‘simplified approach’ for recognition of impairment loss allowance on trade receivables (including lease receivables). The application of simplified approach does not require the Company to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognises impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

ii. Financial liabilities

Subsequent measurement

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities at amortised cost

After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings and other payables are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss when the liabilities are derecognised as well as through the EIR amortisation process. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included as finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as FVTPL when the financial liabilities are held for trading or are designated as FVTPL on initial recognition. Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments. Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Derecognition

A financial liability is derecognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires.

In case, an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iii. Derivative financial instruments

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps, to manage its foreign currency risks and interest rate risks, respectively. These derivative instruments are not designated as cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges and are entered into for period consistent with currency and interest exposures. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognised at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded derivatives

An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid (combined) instrument that also includes a non-derivative host contract - with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way similar to a stand-alone derivative instrument. An embedded derivative causes some or all of the cash flows that otherwise would be required by the contract to be modified according to a specified interest rate, financial instrument price, commodity price, foreign exchange rate, index of prices or rates, credit rating or credit index, or other variable, provided in the case of a non-financial variable that the variable is not specific to a party to the contract.

If the hybrid contract contains a host that is a financial asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the entire hybrid contract. Derivatives embedded in all other host contracts are accounted for as separate derivatives and recorded at fair value if their economic characteristics and risks are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not held for trading or designated at fair value through profit or loss. These embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss, unless designated as effective hedging instruments.

iv. Offsetting financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the Balance Sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously. r) Fair value measurement

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.

The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximising the use of relevant observable inputs and minimising the use of unobservable inputs.

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

- Level 1 - Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities

- Level 2 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable

- Level 3 - Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable

For assets and liabilities that are recognised in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by re-assessing categorisation (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) (a) on the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused the transfer or (b) at the end of each reporting period or (c) at the beginning of each reporting period.

s) Dividend distribution to equity holders

Dividends paid / payable along with applicable taxes are recognised when it is approved by the shareholders. In case of interim dividend it is recognised when it is approved by the Board of Directors. A corresponding amount is accordingly recognised directly in equity.

t) Earnings per share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company’s Earnings per share (EPS) is the net profit / loss after tax.

EPS is disclosed on basic and diluted basis. Basic EPS is computed by dividing the profit / loss for the period attributable to the shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

u) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. The expense relating to a provision is presented in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre-tax rate that reflects, when appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. When discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as a finance cost.

i. Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO)

ARO is provided for those lease arrangements where the Company has a binding obligation to restore the said location / premises at the end of the period in a condition similar to inception of the arrangement. The restoration and decommissioning costs are provided at the present value of expected costs to settle the obligation using estimated cash flows and are recognised as part of the cost of the particular asset. The cash flows are discounted at a current pre-tax rate that reflects the risks specific to the decommissioning liability. The unwinding of the discount is expensed as incurred and recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss as a finance cost. The estimated future costs of decommissioning are reviewed annually and adjusted as appropriate. Changes in the estimated future costs or in the discount rate applied are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset.

ii. Contingent Liabilities

A Contingent Liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. Contingent Assets are not recognised.

v) Business Combinations

Business Combinations are accounted for using Ind AS 103 Business Combination. Acquisitions of businesses are accounted for using the acquisition method unless the transaction is between entities under common control. Acquisition related costs are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss as incurred. The acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities that meet the conditions for recognition are recognized at their respective fair value at the acquisition date, except certain assets and liabilities required to be measured as per applicable standards.

Purchase consideration in excess of the Company’s interest in the acquiree’s net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities is recognized as goodwill. Excess of the Company’s interest in the net fair value of the acquiree’s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities over the purchase consideration, after reassessment of fair value of net assets acquired, is recognised as capital reserve.

Business Combinations arising from transfer of interests in entities that are under common control are accounted using pooling of interest method wherein, assets and liabilities of the combining entities are reflected at their carrying value. No adjustments are made to reflect fair values, or recognize any new assets or liabilities other than those required to harmonize accounting policies. The identity of the reserves is preserved and appears in the financial statements of the transferee in the same form in which they appeared in the financial statements of the transferor.


Mar 31, 2017

Notes forming part of the Financial Statements

1. CORPORATE INFORMATION

Idea Cellular Limited (the Company ), a public company domiciled in India was incorporated on March 14, 1995. It is a part of the Aditya Birla Group and its shares are listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India (Scrip Code BSE :532822; NSE:IDEA). The Company is amongst the top three telecom service providers in India with pan India operations. It is engaged in the business of Mobility and Long Distance services.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2017 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorized for issue on May 13, 2017.

2. BASIS OF PREPARATION AND STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

The financial statements of the Company comprising of Balance Sheet, Statement of Profit and Loss, Statement of changes in Equity and Statement of Cash Flows together with the notes have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015.

For all periods up to and including the year ended March 31, 2016, the Company prepared its financial statements in accordance with accounting standards notified under section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Previous GAAP).

The financial statements for the financial year ended March 31, 2017 are the Company s first Ind AS compliant annual financial statements with comparative figures for the year ended March 31, 2016 also under Ind AS. The date of transition is April 1, 2015. Please refer to note 5 for detailed disclosure on the first time adoption of Ind AS.

These financial statements have been prepared on a historical cost basis, except for certain financial instruments that have been measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period, as explained in the accounting policies below.

Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services on the transaction date.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current in accordance with the operating cycle criteria set out in Ind AS 1 and Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013.

Deferred tax assets (including MAT credit entitlement) and liabilities are classified as non-current assets and liabilities.

3. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

a) Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized to the extent it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and can be reliably measured, regardless of the timing of receipt of payment. Revenue is measured at fair value of the consideration received or receivable and is reduced for rebates and other similar allowances. Taxes and duties are collected by the seller / service provider to be deposited with the government and not received by the Company on its own account. Accordingly, it is excluded from revenue. The Company evaluates its exposure to significant risks and reward associated with the revenue arrangements in order to determine its position of a principal or an agent in this regard.

i. Service Revenue

Revenue on account of telephony services (postpaid and prepaid categories, roaming, interconnect & long distance services) is recognized on rendering of services. Rental revenues in the postpaid category are recognized over the period of rendering of services. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers in case of prepaid category is recognized over the validity of such vouchers.

Revenue from other services (internet services, mobile advertisement, revenue from toll free services, etc.) is recognized on rendering of services.

Multiple element contracts:

For revenue arrangements having more than one deliverable, at the inception of the arrangement, the Company evaluates all deliverables in the arrangement to determine whether they represent separately identifiable components. Deliverables are considered for separate components if the following two conditions are met: (i) the deliverable has value to the customer on a stand-alone basis and (ii) there is evidence of the fair value of the item. The total arrangement consideration is allocated to each separate component based on its relative fair value.

Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis as per the contractual terms.

ii. Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU)

The Company enters into agreements which entitle its customers the right to use of specified capacity of dark fibre / bandwidth capacity for a specific period of time. Under such arrangements, the rights to use the specified assets are given for a substantial part of the estimated useful life of such assets.

The contracted price received upfront in advance is treated as deferred revenue and is recognized on a straight line basis over the agreement period.

iii. Unbilled Income

Unbilled income represents the value of services rendered but not yet been invoiced on the reporting date due to contractual terms.

iv. Interest Income

Interest income from a financial asset is recognized when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is recorded using the applicable Effective Interest Rate (EIR), which is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts over the expected life of the financial asset to that asset s net carrying amount on initial recognition.

v. Dividends

Dividend Income is recognized when the Company s right to receive the payment is established.

b) Leases

The Company evaluates whether an arrangement is (or contains) a lease based on the substance of the arrangement at the inception of the lease. An arrangement which is dependent on the use of a specific asset or assets and conveys a right to use the asset or assets, even if it is not explicitly specified in an arrangement is (or contains) a lease.

Leases are classified as finance lease whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

i. Company as a lessee Finance lease:

Assets held under finance leases are initially recognized as assets at the commencement of the lease at their fair value or, if lower, at the present value of the minimum lease payments. Lease payments are apportioned between finance charges and reduction of the lease liability so as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance charges are recognized in the statement of profit and loss, unless they are directly attributable to qualifying assets, in which case they are capitalized in accordance with the Company s general policy on borrowing costs. Such assets are depreciated / amortized over the period of lease or estimated useful life of the assets whichever is less. Contingent rentals are recognized as expenses in the periods in which they are incurred.

Operating lease:

Operating lease payments are recognized as an expense in the statement of profit and loss on a straight line basis unless payments to the less or are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the less or s expected inflationary cost increase; such increases are recognized in the year in which such benefits accrue. Contingent rentals arising, if any, under operating leases are recognized as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.

In the event that lease incentives are received to enter into operating leases, such incentives are recognized as a liability. The aggregate benefit of incentives is recognized as a reduction of rental expense on a straight-line basis, except where another systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed.

ii. Company as a lesser Finance lease:

Amounts due from lessees under finance leases are recognized as receivables at the amount of the Company s net investment in the leases. Finance lease income is allocated to accounting period so as to reflect a constant periodic rate of return on the net investment outstanding in respect of the lease.

Operating lease:

Rental income from operating lease is recognized on a straight line basis over the lease term unless payments to the Company are structured to increase in line with expected general inflation to compensate for the Company s expected inflationary cost increase; such increases are recognized in the year in which such benefits accrue. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognized on a straight line basis over the lease term. Contingent rents are recognized as revenue in the period in which they are earned.

c) Employee benefits

i. Retirement Benefits

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions. Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss when the employees have rendered service entitling them to the contributions. The Company operates a defined benefit gratuity plan, which requires contributions to be made to a separately administered fund with the Life Insurance Corporation of India. The cost of providing benefits under the defined benefit plan is determined using the projected unit credit method, with actuarial valuations being carried out at periodic intervals.

Re-measurements, comprising of actuarial gains and losses and the return on plan assets (excluding amounts included in net interest on the net defined benefit liability), are recognized immediately in the balance sheet with a corresponding charge or credit to Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) in the period in which they occur. Re-measurements are not reclassified to statement of profit and loss in subsequent periods.

Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate to the net defined benefit liability or asset. The Company recognizes the following changes in the net defined benefit obligation as an expense in the statement of profit and loss:

Service costs; and

Net interest expense or income

ii. Short-term and other long-term employee benefits

A liability is recognized for benefits accruing to employees in respect of salaries, wages and other short term employee benefits in the period the related service is rendered at the undiscounted amount of the benefits expected to be paid in exchange for that service.

Provision for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the reporting date.

iii. Share- based payments

Equity-settled share-based payments to employees are measured at the fair value of the equity instruments at the grant date.

The fair value determined at the grant date of the equity-settled share-based payments is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the Company s estimate of equity instruments that will eventually vest, with a corresponding increase in equity. At the end of each reporting period, the Company revises its estimate of the number of equity instruments expected to vest. The impact of the revision of the original estimates, if any, is recognized in the statement of profit and loss such that the cumulative expense reflects the revised estimate, with a corresponding adjustment to the equity-settled employee benefits reserve.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental fair value of the option on the date of re-pricing is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.

d) Annual Revenue Share License Fees and Spectrum Usage Charges

The variable license fees and annual spectrum usage charges, computed at prescribed rates of revenue share, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprise of adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the licensed service area.

e) Foreign currency transactions

The Company s financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (INR) which is also the Company s functional currency.

Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the INR spot rate on the date the transaction first qualifies for recognition. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the functional currency spot rates of exchange on the reporting date.

Exchange differences arising on settlement or translation of monetary items are recognized in the statement of profit and loss except for the exemptions mentioned in Note 5 relating to first time adoption.

Non-monetary items that are measured in terms of historical cost in a foreign currency are recognized using the exchange rates at the dates of the initial transactions.

f) Exceptional items

Items of income or expense from ordinary activities which are non-recurring and are of such size, nature or incidence that their separate disclosure is considered necessary to explain the performance of the Company are disclosed as Exceptional items in the Statement of Profit & Loss.

g) Taxes

Income tax expense represents the sum of current tax and deferred tax.

i. Current income tax

Current income tax assets and liabilities are measured at the amount expected to be recovered from or paid to the taxation authorities. Current income tax is based on the taxable income and calculated using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantively enacted, at the reporting date.

Current income tax relating to items recognized outside profit or loss is recognized outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

ii. Deferred tax

Deferred tax is recognized on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax assets are generally recognized for all deductible temporary differences to the extent it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which those deductible temporary differences can be utilized. Deferred tax liabilities are recognized for taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries and associates, and interests in joint ventures, except where the Company is able to control the reversal of the temporary difference and it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting date and reduced to the extent it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profit will be available to allow the benefit of part or that entire deferred tax asset to be utilized. Unrecognized deferred tax assets are re-assessed at the end of each reporting date and are recognized to the extent it has become probable that future taxable profits will allow the deferred tax asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the year when the asset is realized or the liability is settled, based on tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date.

Deferred tax relating to items recognized outside profit or loss is recognized outside profit or loss in correlation to the underlying transaction either in OCI or directly in equity.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legally enforceable right exists to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and the deferred taxes relate to the same taxable entity and the same taxation authority.

h) Current / Non Current Classification

An asset is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be realized or consumed in the Company s normal operating cycle;

b) It is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

c) It is expected to be realized within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) If it is cash or cash equivalent, unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any asset not conforming to the above is classified as noncurrent.

A liability is classified as current when

a) It is expected to be settled in the normal operating cycle of the Company;

b) It is held primarily for the purposes of trading;

c) It is expected to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period; or

d) The Company has no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.

Any liability not conforming to the above is classified as noncurrent.

i) Property, Plant and Equipment

Property, Plant and Equipment (PPE) and Capital work in progress held for use in the rendering of services and supply of goods, or for administrative purposes, are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition and installation of Property, Plant and Equipment and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. When significant parts of plant and equipment are required to be replaced at intervals, the Company depreciates them separately based on their specific useful lives. Subsequent costs are included in the assets carrying amount or recognized as a separate asset, as appropriate, only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company and the cost can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss as incurred. The present value of the expected cost for the decommissioning of an asset after its use is included in the cost of the respective asset if the recognition criteria for a provision are met.

Freehold Land is not depreciated. Depreciation on other assets is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower based on technical obsolescence, nature of assets, estimated usage of the assets, operating conditions of the asset and manufacturers warranties, maintenance and support period, etc.

An item of property, plant and equipment and any significant part which meets the criteria for Asset held for sale will be reclassified from property, plant and equipment to Asset held for sale. When any significant part of property, plant and equipment is discarded or replaced, the carrying value of discarded / replaced part is derecognized. Any gains or losses arising from retirement or disposal of property, plant and equipment are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of profit and loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

j) Intangible Assets

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. Cost includes all direct costs relating to acquisition of Intangible assets and borrowing cost relating to qualifying assets. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses. Internally generated intangibles are not capitalized and the related expenditure is reflected in the statement of profit and loss in the period in which the expenditure is incurred.

The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. There are no intangible assets assessed with indefinite useful life.

Intangible assets with finite lives are amortized over the useful economic life. The amortization period and the amortization method for an intangible asset with a finite useful life are reviewed at least at the end of each year. Changes in the expected useful life or the expected pattern of consumption of future economic benefits embodied in the asset are considered to modify the amortization period or method, as appropriate, and are treated as changes in accounting estimates. The amortization expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognized in the statement of profit and loss unless such expenditure forms part of carrying value of another asset.

Intangible assets are amortized on straight line method as under:

Cost of spectrum and licenses is amortized on straight line method on commencement of operations over the unexpired period of the license/ spectrum.

Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortized over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

Payment for Bandwidth capacities acquired under Indefeasible Right to Use (IRU) basis is accounted for as intangible assets and the cost is amortized over the period of the agreement.

Gains or losses arising from derecognition of an intangible asset are measured as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognized in the statement of profit and loss when the asset is derecognized.

k) Non Current Assets Held for sale

Non-current assets and disposal groups are classified as held for sale if their carrying amount will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use and its sale is highly probable. The sale is considered highly probable only when the asset or disposal groups is available for immediate sale in its present condition, it is unlikely that the sale will be withdrawn and the sale is expected to be completed within one year from the date of classification. Non-current assets and disposal groups classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. These are not depreciated or amortized once classified as held for sale. Non-current assets that ceases to be classified as held for sale are measured at lower of (i) its carrying amount before the asset was classified as held for sale, adjusted for depreciation that would have been recognized had that asset not been classified as held for sale, and (ii) its recoverable amount at the date when the disposal group ceases to be classified as held for sale.

l) Impairment of Non Financial Assets

Tangible and Intangible assets which are subject to depreciation or amortization are reviewed for impairment, whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of such assets may not be recoverable. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). When it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognized by reducing the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) to its recoverable amount.

Impairment losses recognized in the earlier periods are assessed at each reporting date for any indication that the loss has decreased or no longer exists. When an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or a cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had such impairment loss not been recognized for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. Any reversal of an impairment loss is recognized immediately in statement of profit and loss.

m) Borrowing Costs

Borrowing Costs directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalized as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they are incurred. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds. Interest income earned on the temporary investment of specific borrowings pending their expenditure on qualifying assets is deducted from the borrowing costs eligible for capitalization. Borrowing cost also includes exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the interest costs.

n) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realizable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis and includes cost of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. Net realizable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business, less estimated costs of completion and the estimated costs necessary to make the sale.

o) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents in the balance sheet comprise of cash at bank and on hand and short-term deposits with an original maturity of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above, net of outstanding bank overdrafts as they are considered an integral part of the Company s cash management.

p) Non-current Investments in subsidiaries and associates

Non-current Investments in subsidiaries and associates are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

q) Financial Instruments

Initial recognition and measurement

Financial Instruments (assets and liabilities) are recognized when the Company becomes a party to a contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities, other than those designated as fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL), are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at FVTPL are recognized immediately in statement of profit and loss.

i. Financial assets

All regular way purchase or sale of financial assets are recognized and derecognized on a trade date basis. Regular way purchase or sales are purchases or sales of financial assets that require delivery of assets within the time frame established by regulation or convention in the marketplace.

Subsequent measurement

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value, depending on the classification of the financial assets:

a) Financial assets measured at amortized cost

b) Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss (FVTPL)

c) Financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVTOCI) The Company does not have any assets classified as FVTOCI.

Financial assets measured at amortized cost

A financial asset is measured at amortized cost if both the following conditions are met:

The asset is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets for collecting contractual cash flows, and

Contractual terms of the instruments give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

After initial measurement, such financial assets are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the Effective Interest Rate (EIR) method. EIR is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the EIR, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the debt instrument or where appropriate, a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

The EIR amortization is included in other income in the statement of profit and loss. The losses arising from impairment are recognized in the statement of profit and loss. This category generally applies to trade and other receivables, loans, etc.

Financial assets measured at FVTPL

FVTPL is a residual category for financial assets in the nature of debt instruments. Financial assets included within the FVTPL category are measured at fair value with all changes recognized in the statement of profit and loss. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109.

Derecognition

A financial asset (or, where applicable, a part of a financial asset or part of a group of similar financial assets) is primarily derecognized when:

The rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired, or

The Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows in full without material delay to a third party under a pass-through arrangement; and either

- the Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or

- the Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control of the asset.

Impairment of financial assets

In accordance with Ind AS 109, the Company applies Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the following financial assets and credit risk exposure:

Debt instruments measured at amortized cost e.g., loans and bank deposits Trade receivables

Other Financial assets not designated as FVTPL For recognition of impairment loss on other financial assets and risk exposure, the Company determines whether there has been a significant increase in the credit risk since initial recognition. If credit risk has not increased significantly, 12-month ECL is used to provide for impairment loss. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, lifetime ECL is used. If, in a subsequent period, credit quality of the instrument improves such that there is no longer a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition, then the entity reverts to recognizing impairment loss allowance based on 12-month ECL.

ECL is the difference between all contractual cash flows that are due to the Company in accordance with the contract and all the cash flows that the entity expects to receive (i.e., all cash shortfalls), discounted at the original EIR. Lifetime ECL are the expected credit losses resulting from all possible default events over the expected life of a financial instrument. The 12-month ECL is a portion of the lifetime ECL which results from default events that are possible within 12 months after the reporting date. The Company follows simplified approach for recognition of impairment loss allowance on Trade receivables (including lease receivables). The application of simplified approach does not require the Company

to track changes in credit risk. Rather, it recognizes impairment loss allowance based on lifetime ECL at each reporting date, right from its initial recognition.

ii. Financial liabilities Subsequent measurement

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the EIR method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities at amortized cost

After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings and other payables are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the EIR method. Gains and losses are recognized in statement of profit and loss when the liabilities are derecognized as well as through the EIR amortization process. Amortized cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortization is included as finance costs in the statement of profit and loss.

Financial liabilities at FVTPL

Financial liabilities are classified as FVTPL when the financial liabilities are held for trading or are designated as FVTPL on initial recognition. Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category also includes derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments. Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognized in the profit or loss.

De-recognition

A financial liability is de-recognized when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires.

iii. Derivative financial instruments

The Company uses derivative financial instruments, such as forward currency contracts and interest rate swaps, to manage its foreign currency risks and interest rate risks, respectively. These derivative instruments are not designated as cash flow, fair value or net investment hedges and are entered into for period consistent with currency and interest exposures. Such derivative financial instruments are initially recognized at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value at the end of each reporting period. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative. Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to the statement of profit and loss.

Embedded derivatives

An embedded derivative is a component of a hybrid (combined) instrument that also includes a non

derivative host contract with the effect that some of the cash flows of the combined instrument vary in a way similar to a stand-alone derivative instrument. An embedded derivative causes some or all of the cash flows that otherwise would be required by the contract to be modified according to a specified interest rate, financial instrument price, commodity price, foreign exchange rate, index of prices or rates, credit rating or credit index, or other variable, provided in the case of a non-financial variable that the variable is not specific to a party to the contract.

If the hybrid contract contains a host that is a financial asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the entire hybrid contract. Derivatives embedded in all other host contracts are accounted for as separate derivatives and recorded at fair value if their economic characteristics and risks are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not held for trading or designated at fair value through profit or loss. These embedded derivatives are measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in profit or loss, unless designated as effective hedging instruments.

iv. Offsetting financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognized amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realize the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously.

r) Fair value measurement

The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest.

The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximizing the use of relevant observable inputs and minimizing the use of unobservable inputs.

All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorized within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

Level 1 Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities Level 2 Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable

Level 3 Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable

For assets and liabilities that are recognized in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by re-assessing categorization (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) (a) on the date of the event or change in circumstances that caused the transfer or (b) at the end of each reporting period or (c) at the beginning of each reporting period.

s) Dividend distribution to equity holders

Dividends paid / payable along with applicable taxes are recognized when it is approved by the shareholders. In case of interim dividend it is recognized when it is approved by the Board of Directors. A corresponding amount is accordingly recognized directly in equity.

t) Earnings per share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company s Earnings per share (EPS) is the net profit after tax. The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

u) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. The expense relating to a provision is presented in the statement of profit and loss.

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre-tax rate that reflects, when appropriate, the risks specific to the liability. When discounting is used, the increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognized as a finance cost.

i. Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO)

ARO is provided for those lease arrangements where the Company has a binding obligation to restore the said location / premises at the end of the period in a condition similar to inception of the arrangement. The restoration and decommissioning costs are provided at the present value of expected costs to settle the obligation using estimated cash flows and are recognized as part of the cost of the particular asset. The cash flows are discounted at a current pre-tax rate that reflects the risks specific to the decommissioning liability. The unwinding of the discount is expensed as incurred and recognized in the statement of profit and loss as a finance cost. The estimated future costs of decommissioning are reviewed annually and adjusted as appropriate. Changes in the estimated future costs or in the discount rate applied are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset.

ii. Contingent Liabilities

A Contingent Liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources. Contingent Assets are not recognized. Information on contingent liabilities is disclosed in the notes to Financial Statements unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits is remote.

v) Business Combinations

Business Combinations are accounted for using Ind AS 103 Business Combination. Acquisitions of businesses are accounted for using the acquisition method unless the transaction is between entities under common control. Acquisition related costs are recognized in the statement of profit and loss as incurred. The acquire s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities that meet the conditions for recognition are recognized at their respective fair value at the acquisition date, except certain assets and liabilities required to be measured as per applicable standards. Purchase consideration in excess of the Company s interest in the acquire s net fair value of identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities is recognized as goodwill. Excess of the Company s interest in the net fair value of the acquire s identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities over the purchase consideration is recognized, after reassessment of fair value of net assets acquired, is recognized as Capital reserve.

Business Combinations arising from transfer of interests in entities that are under common control are accounted using pooling of interest method wherein, assets and liabilities of the combining entities are reflected at their carrying value, no adjustment are made to reflect fair values, or recognize any new assets or liabilities. The identity of the reserves is preserved and appears in the financial statements of the transferee in the same form in which they appeared in the financial statements of the transferor.


Mar 31, 2016

A) Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements

The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act 2013.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the operating cycle criteria set out in the Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013.

b) Fixed Assets

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation / amortization and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies, any directly attributable cost incurred for bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use and borrowing cost attributable to fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Asset retirement obligations are capitalised based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset. Gains and Losses arising from retirement or disposal of fixed assets are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the statement of profit and loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

c) Expenditure during pre-operative period of license Expenses incurred on project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under capital work in progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation

Depreciation on tangible fixed assets is provided using straight-line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower based on technical obsolescence, nature of assets, estimated usage of the assets, operating conditions of the asset, and manufacturers warranties, maintenance and support period, etc.

Intangible Assets are amortised on straight line method as under:-

i) Cost of Rights, Licenses amounts (including amounts paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime) and amount paid for Spectrum is amortised on straight line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs. 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

e) Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

f) Foreign currency transactions, forward contracts & other Derivatives

i) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated March 31, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification and its further amendment. Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under: – Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

– Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

– Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding March 31, 2020.

ii) Forward contracts & other Derivatives

Premium / discount amount on forward contract is amortised on period basis related to the contract it pertains to profit or loss arising on cancellation of forward exchange contract is recognised in the period in which the contract is cancelled.

Derivative contracts not covered under Accounting Standard 11 "The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates", entered for hedging foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate risk are marked to market at each reporting date. Loss, if any, on such valuation is recognised in the Statement of Profit & Loss in that period and gain, if any, is not recognised as per the principle of prudence enunciated in Accounting Standard 1, "Disclosure of Accounting Policies".

g) Taxation

i) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. Advance Income Tax and Provision for Current Tax is disclosed in the balance sheet at net as these are settled on net basis.

ii) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

iii) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit: MAT is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and is shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

h) Retirement Benefits

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Liability for Gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

i) Revenue Recognition and Receivables

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the agreed terms.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

j) Interest and Dividend Income

Interest income is recognized on accrual basis on the outstanding amount and applicable interest rate. Dividend income is accounted for when the right to receive it is established.

k) Investments

Current Investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment. Gain on sale of current Investment is accounted on actual sale of investment and loss, if any, is accounted for as soon as it is ascertained.

Long-term Investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

l) Borrowing Cost

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalised with the fixed assets.

m) License Fees – Revenue Share

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable license fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the license area to which the license pertains.

n) Use of Estimate

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles require estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialised.

o) Leases

i) Operating lease: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor is classified as operating lease. Lease payment / income for / from an operating lease is recognised as expense / income in the Statement of Profit and Loss, on a straight-line or other systematic basis over the lease term respectively.

ii) Finance lease: Leased assets acquired on which significant risks and rewards of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

p) Earnings Per Share

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s Earnings Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share". The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

q) Impairment of Assets

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance with Accounting Standard- 28 on "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset''s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset''s fair value less costs to sell vis-à-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

r) Provisions and Contingent Liability

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

s) Share Issue Expenditure

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against Securities Premium Account.

t) Employee Stock Option

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the Company''s Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.


Mar 31, 2015

A) Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the operating cycle criteria set out in the Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation / amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies, any directly attributable cost incurred for bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use and borrowing cost attributable to fixed assets which take substantial period of time to get ready for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalised based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset. Gains and Losses arising from retirement or disposal of fixed assets are determined as the difference between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and are recognised in the statement of profit and loss on the date of retirement or disposal.

c) Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under capital work-in-progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation:

Depreciation on tangible fixed assets is provided using straight line method on pro rata basis over their estimated useful economic lives as given below. The useful life is taken as prescribed in Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013 except where the estimated useful economic life has been assessed to be lower based on technical obsolescence, nature of assets, estimated usage of the assets, operating conditions of the asset, and manufacturers warranties, maintenance and support period, etc.

Tangible Assets Years

Buildings 9 to 30

Network Equipments 7 to 13

Optical Fibre 15

Other Plant and Machineries 5

Office Equipments 3 to 5

Computers 3

Furniture and Fixtures 3 to 10

Motor Vehicles upto 5

Leasehold improvements Period of Lease

Leasehold Land Period of Lease

Intangible Assets are amortised on straight line method as under:-

i) Cost of Rights, Licenses amounts (including amounts paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime) and amount paid for Spectrum is amortised on straight line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs. 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

e) Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

f) Foreign currency transactions, forward contracts & other Derivatives:

i) Foreign currency transactions:

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated March 31, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification and its further amendment. Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

* Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

* Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

* Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding March 31, 2020.

ii) Forward contracts & other Derivatives:

Premium / discount amount on forward contract is amortised on period basis related to the contract it pertains to, profit or loss arising on cancellation of forward exchange contract is recognised in the period in which the contract is cancelled. Derivative contracts not covered under Accounting Standard 11 "The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates", entered for hedging foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate risk are marked to market at each reporting date. Loss, if any, on such valuation is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in that period and gain, if any, is not recognised as per the principle of prudence enunciated in Accounting Standard 1, "Disclosure of Accounting Policies".

g) Taxation:

i) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. Advance Income Tax and Provision for Current Tax is disclosed in the balance sheet at net as these are settled on net basis.

ii) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

iii) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit: MAT is

recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognised as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and is shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

h) Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Liability for Gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

i) Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) is recognised net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognised as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber. Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognised on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognised from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the agreed terms.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

j) Interest and Dividend Income:

Interest income is recognised on accrual basis on the outstanding amount and applicable interest rate. Dividend income is accounted for when the right to receive it is established.

k) Investments:

Current Investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment. Gain on sale of current investment is accounted on actual sale of investment and loss, if any, is accounted for as soon as it is ascertained.

Long-term Investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

l) Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalised with the fixed assets.

m) License Fees - Revenue Share:

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable license fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the license area to which the license pertains.

n) Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles require estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialised.

o) Leases:

i) Operating Lease: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor is classified as operating lease. Lease payment / income for / from an operating lease is recognised as expense / income in the Statement of Profit and Loss, on a straight line or other systematic basis over the lease term respectively.

ii) Finance Lease: Leased assets acquired on which significant risks and rewards of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

p) Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's Earnings Per Share (EPS) comprise of the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share". The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

q) Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognised in accordance with Accounting Standard 28 on "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset's fair value less costs to sell vis-a-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

r) Provisions and Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

s) Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against Securities Premium Account.

t) Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the Company's Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.


Mar 31, 2014

A) Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis under the historical cost convention in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP) to comply with the Accounting Standards notified under Section 211(3C) of the Companies Act, 1956 (which continue to be applicable in respect of Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act 1956 / 2013 as applicable.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the operating cycle criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956, issued in 2011.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalised based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.

c) Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under capital work in progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

Intangible Assets are amortised on straight line method as under:- i) Cost of Rights, Licenses including the fees paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime and Spectrum fee is amortised on straight line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortised over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs. 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

e) Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

f) Foreign currency transactions, forward contracts & other Derivatives:

i) Foreign currency transactions -

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated March 31, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification and its further amendment.

Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

– Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

– Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

– Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding March 31, 2020.

ii) Forward contracts & other Derivatives -

Premium / discount amount on forward contract is amortised on period basis related to the contract it pertains to profit or loss arising on cancellation of forward exchange contract is recognised in the period in which the contract is cancelled.

Derivative contracts not covered under Accounting Standard 11 "The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates", entered for hedging foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate risk are marked to market at each reporting date. Loss, if any, on such valuation is recognised in the Statement of Profit & Loss in that period and gain, if any, is not recognised as per the principle of prudence enunciated in Accounting Standard 1, "Disclosure of Accounting Policies".

g) Taxation:

i) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. Advance Income Tax and Provision for Current Tax is disclosed in the balance sheet at net as these are settled on net basis.

ii) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

iii) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit: MAT is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and is shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

h) Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Liability for Gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

i) Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) and sale of handsets and related accessories is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Revenue from passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the agreed terms.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

j) Interest Income:

Interest income is recognized on accrual basis on the outstanding amount and applicable interest rate.

k) Investments:

Current Investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment.

Long-term Investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

l) Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of the funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalised with the fixed assets.

m) License Fees – Revenue Share:

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable license fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the license area to which the license pertains.

n) Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles require estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

o) Leases:

i) Operating: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Lease payments under an operating lease are recognised as expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss, on a straight-line or other systematic basis over the lease term.

ii) Finance: Leased assets acquired on which significant risks and rewards of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

p) Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s EPS comprise of the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share". The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

q) Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance with Accounting Standard-28 on "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset''s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset''s fair value less costs to sell vis-à-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

r) Provisions & Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

s) Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against Securities Premium Account.

t) Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the company''s Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.

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e) Share Options granted under the Employee Stock Option Scheme:

Under the Employee Stock Option Scheme ("ESOS 2006"), the Company had granted Options to its eligible employees from time to time. Further, the Shareholders of the Company had approved a new Employee Stock Option Scheme – 2013 ("ESOS 2013") at the Annual General Meeting held on 16th September, 2013. The ESOS Compensation Committee has granted 18,565,428 Options and 8,105,587 Restricted Stock Units (RSU''s) to its eligible employees under ("ESOS 2013").

These Options would vest in 4 equal annual installments after one year of the grant and the RSU''s will vest after 3 years from the date of grant. The maximum period for exercise of Options and RSUs is 5 years from the date of vesting. Each Option and RSU when exercised would be converted into one fully paid-up equity share of Rs. 10/- of the Company. The Options and RSUs granted under the ESOS 2013 and Options granted under ESOS 2006 carry no rights to dividends and no voting rights till the date of exercise. As at the end of financial year, details of outstanding options are as follows:

a) Secured Loans are covered by:

Term Loans including current maturities are secured by way of first charge/assignment ranking pari-passu interse the lenders, as under:

i. First charge on all the movable and immovable properties of the Company respectively,

ii. First charge over all intangible assets (excluding Telecom Licenses) of the Company,

iii. Assignment of the rights, titles and interest, on deposits, investments, bank accounts, book debts, insurance covers, other general assets, letters of credit and guarantees, provided in favour of the Company. Out of the above Loan, Foreign Currency Loan amounting to Rs. 51,938.56 Mn. (Previous year Rs. 56,110.84 Mn.) and Rupee Loan amounting to Rs. Nil (Previous year Rs. 9,590.46 Mn.) additionally have pledge on 60% shareholding of Indus Towers Limited held by wholly owned subsidiary. Further Foreign Currency Loan amounting to Rs. 6,764.01 Mn. (Previous year Rs. 7,010.50 Mn.) & Rupee Loan amounting to Rs. 8,182.25 Mn. (Previous year Rs. 9,590.46 Mn.) included above, have additional security as first priority charge over Telecom Licenses also. NCD amounting to Rs. 4,710.00 Mn. (Previous year Rs. 6,260.00 Mn.) have pari-passu charge only on the tangible fixed assets of the Company.

Vehicle Loans including current maturities is secured by hypothecation of Vehicles against which the loans have been taken.

b) Repayment Terms of outstanding long term borrowings (excluding current maturities) as on March 31, 2014: Repayment Terms for Secured Foreign Currency Borrowings

Facility 1 (Rs. 10,713.35 Mn.) -

Tranche 1 - Balance amount is repayable in 9 equal half yearly installments starting September, 2015

Tranche 2 - Balance amount is repayable in 12 equal half yearly installments starting August, 2015

Facility 2 (Rs. 6,994.63 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 13 equal half yearly installments starting June, 2015

Facility 3 (Rs. 5,162.57 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 17 equal half yearly installments starting April, 2015

Facility 4 (Rs. 8,292.86 Mn.) -

Tranche 1 - Balance amount is repayable in 10 equal half yearly installments starting April, 2015

Tranche 2 - Balance amount is repayable in 2 equal half yearly installments starting April, 2020

Facility 5 (Rs. 6,687.87 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 13 equal half yearly installments starting May, 2015

Facility 6 (Rs. 7,522.40 Mn.) -

Tranche 1 - 15 equal half yearly installments starting July, 2015

Tranche 2 - 13 equal half yearly installments starting July, 2015

Facility 7 (Rs. 5,704.53 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable as follows:

1) 1 installment of 1.25% of the total drawn amount in April, 2015

2) 16 equal quarterly installments of 4.13% each of the total drawn amount starting July, 2015

3) 4 equal quarterly installments of 4.75% each of the total drawn amount starting July, 2019

Repayment Terms for Secured INR Borrowings

Facility 1 (Rs. 4,054.45 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 4 equal quarterly installments of 5.00% each of the total drawn amount starting April, 2015

Facility 2 (Rs. 12,800.00 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable as follows:

1) 4 equal quarterly installments of Rs. 800 Mn. each starting June, 2015

2) 8 equal quarterly installments of Rs. 1,200 Mn. each starting June, 2016 NCDs (Rs. 4,710.00 Mn.) - Repayable in October, 2019

Vehicles Loans are repayable in equal monthly installments over the term of the loan ranging from 2 to 4 years

Repayment Terms for Unsecured Foreign Currency Borrowings

Facility 1 (Rs. 6,762.30 Mn.) - 5 years from drawdown date ending October 4, 2015

Facility 2 (Rs. 4,327.19 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in June, 2018

Repayment Terms for Deferred Payment Liability

Facility 1 (Rs. 14,612.09 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 10 equated annual installments starting December, 2015.

Facility 2 (Rs. 72,806.08 Mn.) - Balance amount is repayable in 10 equated annual installments starting March, 2017.


Mar 31, 2013

A) Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis, mandatory applicable accounting standards in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the operating cycle criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956, issued in 2011.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalized based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.

c) Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under Capital Work in Progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

d) Depreciation and Amortisation:

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on straight- line method (except stated otherwise) on pro-rata basis on their estimated useful economic lives as given below:-

Intangible Assets are amortised on straight-line method as under:-

i) Cost of Rights, Licences including the fees paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime and Spectrum fee is amortised on straight-line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortized over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs. 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

e) Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

f) Foreign Currency Transactions, Forward Contracts & Other Derivatives:

i) Foreign Currency Transactions -

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated March 31, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification and its further amendment.

Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

- Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

- Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

- Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding March 31, 2020.

ii) Forward Contracts & Other Derivatives -

Premium / discount amount on forward contract is amortised on period basis related to the contract it pertains to. Profit or loss arising on cancellation of forward exchange contract is recognised in the period in which the contract is cancelled.

Derivative contracts not covered under Accounting Standard 11 "The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates", entered for hedging foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate risk are marked to market at each reporting date. Loss, if any, on such valuation is recognised in the Statement of Profit & Loss in that period and gains, if any, are not recognised as per the principle of prudence enunciated in Accounting Standard 1, "Disclosure of Accounting Policies".

g) Taxation:

i) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws. Advance Income Tax and Provision for Current Tax is disclosed in the balance sheet at net as these are settled on net basis.

ii) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

iii) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit: MAT is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and is shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

h) Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Liability for Gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

i) Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) and sale of handsets and related accessories is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Service income from passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the agreed terms.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

j) Investments:

Current Investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment.

Long-term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

k) Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of the funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalized with the fixed assets.

l) License Fees - Revenue Share:

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable Licence fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the licence agreement of the licence area to which the licence pertains.

m) Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles require estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

n) Leases:

i) Operating: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Lease payments under an operating lease are recognised as expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss, on a straight-line or other systematic basis over the lease term.

ii) Finance: Leased assets acquired on which significant risks and rewards of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

o) Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company''s EPS comprise of the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share", issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

p) Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance with Accounting Standard- 28 "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset''s carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset''s fair value less costs to sell vis-a-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

q) Provisions & Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

r) Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against share premium.

s) Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the company''s Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.


Mar 31, 2012

A) Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis. The mandatory applicable accounting standards in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 have been followed in preparation of these financial statements.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as current or non-current as per the operating cycle criteria set out in the Revised Schedule VI to the Companies Act, 1956.

b) Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalized based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.

c) Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on Project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under Capital Work in Progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

Intangible Assets are amortised on straight-line method as under:-

i) Cost of Rights, Licences including the fees paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime and Spectrum fee is amortised on straight-line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of hardware, is treated as an intangible asset and is amortized over its useful economic life as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

e) Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

f) Foreign currency transactions, forward contracts & other Derivatives:

i) Foreign currency transactions

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the date of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated March 31, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification and its further amendment.

Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement/period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

- Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

- Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

- Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding March 31, 2020.

ii) Forward contracts & other Derivatives

Premium / discount amount on forward contract is amortised on period basis related to the contract it pertains to. Profit or loss arising on cancellation of forward exchange contract is recognised in the period in which the contract is cancelled.

Derivative contracts not covered under Accounting Standard 11 "'The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates", entered for hedging foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate risk are marked to market at each reporting date. Loss, if any, on such valuation is recognised in the Statement of Profit & Loss in that period and gains, if any, are not recognised as per the principle of prudence enunciated in Accounting Standard 1, "Disclosure of Accounting Policies".

g) Taxation:

i) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws.

ii) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

iii) Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit: MAT is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in the Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Statement of Profit and Loss and is shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

h) Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Contributions to Superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Liability for gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

i) Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) and sale of handsets and related accessories is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Service Income from Passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the agreed terms.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

j) Investments:

Current Investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment.

Long-term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

k) Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of the funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalized with the fixed assets.

l) License Fees-Revenue Share:

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable License fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the license area to which the license pertains.

m) Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles require estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

n) Leases:

i) Operating: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Lease payments under an operating lease are recognised as expense in the Statement of Profit and Loss, on a straight-line or other systematic basis over the lease term.

ii) Finance: Leased assets acquired on which significant risks and rewards of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

o) Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's EPS comprise of the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share", issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

p) Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance with Accounting Standard-28 "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset's fair value less costs to sell vis-a-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

q) Provisions & Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

r) Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against share premium.

s) Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the Company's Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted for as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.


Mar 31, 2011

1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis. The mandatory applicable accounting standards in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 have been followed in preparation of these financial statements.

2. Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalized based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.

3. Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under Capital Work in Progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

4. Depreciation and Amortisation:

Depreciation on fixed assets is provided on straight-line method (except stated otherwise) on the basis of estimated useful economic lives as given below: -

i) Cost of Rights, Licences including the fees paid on fixed basis prior to revenue share regime and Spectrum fee is amortised on straight-line method on commencement of operations over the validity period.

ii) Software, which is not an integral part of Hardware, is treated as Intangible asset and is amortized over their useful economic lives as estimated by the management between 3 to 5 years.

iii) Bandwidth / Fibre taken on Indefeasible Right of Use (IRU) is amortised over the agreement period.

Assets costing upto Rs. 5,000/- are depreciated fully in the month of purchase.

5. Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

6. Foreign currency transactions:

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated 31st March, 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification.

Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

1) Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Profit and Loss account.

2) Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

3) Other long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in "Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account" and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding 31st March, 2012.

7. Taxation:

a) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws.

b) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

c) Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) credit: MAT credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Profit and Loss account and shown as MAT credit entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT credit entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period.

8. Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Profit and Loss Account.

Contributions to superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the profit and loss account.

Liability for gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

9. Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) and sale of handsets and related accessories is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Service income from passive infrastructure is recognized on accrual basis (net of reimbursements) as per the contractual terms on straight line method over the contract period.

Unbilled receivables represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the terms of the billing plans.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of interconnect usage charges (IUC), roaming charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

10. Investments:

Current investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment.

Long-term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

11. Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the borrowing of the funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalized with the fixed assets.

12. Licence Fees – Revenue Share:

With effect from 1st August, 1999 the variable licence fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the profit and loss account in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the licence agreement of the licence area to which the licence pertains.

13. Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

14. Leases:

a) Operating: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Lease payments under an operating lease are recognised as expense in the profit and loss account, on a straight-line or other systematic basis over the lease term.

b) Finance: Leased assets acquired on which significant risk and reward of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

15. Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Company's EPS comprises the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on "Earnings Per Share", issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

16. Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance for AS-28 "Impairment of Assets", for the amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the asset's fair value less costs to sell vis-à-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

17. Provisions & Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

18. Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against share premium.

19. Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the company's Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.


Mar 31, 2010

1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements:

The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention on accrual basis. The mandatory applicable accounting standards in India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 have been followed in preparation of these financial statements.

2. Fixed Assets:

Fixed assets are stated at cost of acquisition and installation less accumulated depreciation. Cost is inclusive of freight, duties, levies and any directly attributable cost of bringing the assets to their working condition for intended use.

Asset retirement obligations are capitalized based on a constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. Such costs are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset.

3. Expenditure during pre-operative period of license:

Expenses incurred on Project and other charges during construction period are included under pre-operative expenditure (grouped under Capital Work in Progress) and are allocated to the cost of Fixed Assets on the commencement of commercial operations.

5. Inventories:

Inventories are valued at cost or net realisable value, whichever is lower. Cost is determined on weighted average basis.

6. Foreign currency transactions:

Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at the exchange rates prevailing at the dates of the transactions. As per the transitional provisions given in the notification issued by Ministry of Corporate Affairs dated 31st March 2009, the company has opted for the option of adjusting the exchange difference on long term foreign currency monetary items to the cost of the assets acquired out of these foreign currency monetary items. The company has aligned its accounting policy based on this notification.

Exchange difference arising out of fluctuation in exchange rates on settlement / period end is accounted based on the nature of transaction as under:

1) Short term foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities: recognised in the Profit and Loss account.

2) Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities used for acquisition of fixed assets: adjusted to the cost of the fixed assets and amortised over the remaining useful life of the asset.

3) Other Long term foreign currency monetary liabilities: recognised in “Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account” and amortised over the period of liability not exceeding 31st March 2011.

7. Taxation:

a) Current Tax: Provision for current income tax is made on the taxable income using the applicable tax rates and tax laws.

b) Deferred Tax: Deferred tax arising on account of timing differences and which are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods is recognised using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted. Deferred tax assets are not recognised unless there is virtual certainty with respect to the reversal of the same in future years.

c) Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) credit: is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. In the year in which the MAT credit becomes eligible to be recognized as an asset in accordance with the recommendations contained in Guidance Note issued by the ICAI, the said asset is created by way of a credit to the Profit and Loss account and shown as MAT Credit Entitlement. The Company reviews the same at each balance sheet date and writes down the carrying amount of MAT Credit Entitlement to the extent there is no longer convincing evidence to the effect that Company will pay normal Income Tax during the specified period.

8. Retirement Benefits:

Contributions to Provident and Pension funds are funded with the appropriate authorities and charged to the Profit and Loss account.

Contributions to superannuation are funded with the Life Insurance Corporation of India and charged to the Profit and Loss account.

Liability for gratuity as at the year end is provided on the basis of actuarial valuation and funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India.

Provision in accounts for leave benefits to employees is based on actuarial valuation done by projected accrued benefit method at the period end.

9. Revenue Recognition and Receivables:

Revenue on account of telephony services (mobile & long distance) and sale of handsets and related accessories is recognized net of rebates, discount, service tax, etc. on rendering of services and supply of goods respectively. Recharge fees on recharge vouchers is recognized as revenue as and when the recharge voucher is activated by the subscriber.

Unbilled receivables, represent revenues recognized from the bill cycle date to the end of each month. These are billed in subsequent periods as per the terms of the billing plans.

Debts (net of security deposits outstanding there against) due from subscribers, which remain unpaid for more than 90 days from the date of bill and/or other debts which are otherwise considered doubtful, are provided for.

Provision for doubtful debts on account of Interconnect Usage Charges (IUC), Roaming Charges and passive infrastructure sharing from other telecom operators is made for dues outstanding more than 180 days from the date of billing other than cases when an amount is payable to that operator or in specific case when management is of the view that the amount is recoverable.

10. Investments:

Current investments are stated at lower of cost or fair value in respect of each separate investment.

Long-term investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in value other than temporary, if any.

11. Borrowing Cost:

Interest and other costs incurred in connection with the

borrowing of the funds are charged to revenue on accrual basis except those borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition or construction of those fixed assets, which necessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use. Such costs are capitalized with the fixed assets.

12. License Fees – Revenue Share:

With effect from August 1, 1999 the variable License fee computed at prescribed rates of revenue share is being charged to the Profit and Loss account in the period in which the related revenue arises. Revenue for this purpose comprises adjusted gross revenue as per the license agreement of the license area to which the license pertains.

13. Use of Estimate:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting year. Differences between actual results and estimates are recognised in the periods in which the results are known / materialise.

14. Leases:

a) Operating: Lease of assets under which significant risks and rewards of ownership are effectively retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Lease payments under an operating lease are recognised as expense in the Profit and Loss account, on a straight- line or other systematic basis over the lease term.

b) Finance: Leased assets acquired on which significant risk and reward of ownership effectively transferred to the Company are capitalised at lower of fair value or the amounts paid under such lease arrangements. Such assets are amortised over the period of lease or estimated life of such assets whichever is less.

15. Earnings Per Share:

The earnings considered in ascertaining the Companys EPS comprises the net profit after tax, after reducing dividend on Cumulative Preference Shares for the period (irrespective of whether declared, paid or not), as per Accounting Standard 20 on “Earning Per Share”, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. The number of shares used in computing basic EPS is the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. The diluted EPS is calculated on the same basis as basic EPS, after adjusting for the effects of potential dilutive equity shares unless the effect of the potential dilutive equity shares is anti-dilutive.

16. Impairment of Assets:

Assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment loss is recognized in accordance for AS-28 “Impairment of Assets”, for the amount by which the assets carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount as on the carrying date. The recoverable amount is higher of the assets fair value less costs to sell vis-à-vis value in use. For the purpose of impairment, assets are grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows.

17. Provisions & Contingent Liability:

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events; it is more likely than not that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation; and the amount has been reliably estimated. A contingent liability is disclosed where there is a possible obligation or a present obligation that may, but probably will not, require an outflow of resources.

18. Issue Expenditure:

Expenses incurred in connection with issue of equity shares are adjusted against share premium.

19. Employee Stock Option:

In respect of stock options granted pursuant to the Companys Employee Stock Option Scheme, the intrinsic value of the option is treated as discount and accounted as employee compensation cost over the vesting period.

In respect of re-pricing of existing stock option, the incremental intrinsic value of the option is accounted as employee cost over the remaining vesting period.

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