Mar 31, 2023
The Board of Directors are pleased to present the Annual Report of your Company M/s Arihant Superstructures Limited (the âCompany" or âASL") along with the Audited (Standalone and Consolidated) Financial Statements for the Financial Yea r ended March 31 st, 2023.
The financial performance of the Company for the Financial Year ending on March 31,2023 is summarised as below:
(Rs. in Lacs) |
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Particulars |
Stand-alone |
Consolidated |
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FY 2022-23 |
FY 2021-22 |
FY 2022-23 |
FY 2021-22 |
|
Sales and Other Income |
8119.72 |
15431.29 |
39,173.04 |
33,253.98 |
Profit before Interest, Depreciation &Tax |
2582.18 |
4806.14 |
7982.95 |
7126.09 |
Interest |
701.39 |
154.52 |
2564.31 |
2103.09 |
Depreciation |
39.10 |
42.99 |
195.37 |
17 3.43 |
Profit/ (Loss) before Tax |
1841.69 |
4608.63 |
5223.27 |
4849.58 |
Provis ion fo rTax |
(4.93) |
607.38 |
955.74 |
71 1.99 |
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax |
1846.62 |
4001.25 |
4267.53 |
4137.59 |
Profit/(Loss) for t he Year |
1846.62 |
4001.25 |
4267.53 |
4137.59 |
Share of Min ority |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Profit car ried to the Balance Sheet (incl. OCI) |
1849.38 |
3992.17 |
3137.26 |
4122.40 |
The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (as amended) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual and going concern basis under historical cost convention except for certain Financial Assets and Liabilities which have been measured at fair value (refer accounting policy regarding financial instruments). If no such transactions can be identified, an appropriate valuation model is used. Impairment losses of continuing operations, including impairment on inventories, are recognised.
The Financial Statements are presented in Indian Rupees (âINR") and all amounts are rounded to the nearest Lacs, except as stated otherwise.
Previous years figures may have been regrouped/ reclassified as and when it is necessary.
During the year under review, the revenue from operations of the company, increased from Rs. 33,253.98 Lacs i n FY 2021 -22 to Rs. 39,173.04 Lacs in FY 2022-23 on a consolidated basis. The revenue from operations on a stand-alone basis, decreased from Rs. 15431.29 Lacs in FY 2021 -22 to Rs. 8119.72 Lacs in FY 2022-23.
The profit after tax for the FY 2022-23 on a stand-alone basis was Rs. 1846.62 Lac s as against the profit after ta x of Rs. 4001.25 Lacs for FY 2021 -22. The profit after tax on a consolidated basis was Rs. 4267.53 Lacs in FY 2022-23 as against the profit after tax of Rs. 4137.59 Lacs for FY 2021 -22. The increase in the consolidated profit after tax for FY 2022-23 was on account of the positive financial performance of the entire group.
PROJECTS AND OPERATIONS OF THE COMPANYThe current projects and operations of the company are as follows :
Project: Arihant Aarohi: Residential project located at Kalyan Shil Road , Navi Mumbai, spans over 2.5 acres of land comprises of 2 & 3 BHK is nearing completion and almost sold out .
Project: Arihant Adita: Residential project located at Pal Road , Gangadhar , Jodhpur ( Rajasthan ) , first of a kind high rise project in Jodhpur. Project consists of five phases having saleable area of 1 Mn sft. Equipped with all lifestyle amenities, its become a Landmark project in the City of Jodhpur
Project: Arihant Aangan: Residential project located at Jodhpur, Rajasthan in affordable category .
Project: Arihant Anchal: Residential project located at Jodhpur, Rajasthan in into affordable category.
Project: Arihant Arshiya: Residential project located at Khalapur, Khopoli spans on 20 acres of land complex having owned shuttle bus service as extended amentity.
Project: Arihant Aaradhya: A Residential project located at Kalyan Annexe (Bhiwandi), comprises of 11 Towers of G 14 Floors. It shall have a 1st of its kind, 300 meter long Man Made Beachfront along with lifestyle facilities spread across 7.5 acres of land area.
Project: Arihant Aayan: Located in Titwala, this project comprises of 3 Towers of G 14 Floors providing modern lifestyle at affordable prices. This project is near to Titwala Railway Station which provides connectivity to Mumbai City.
Project: Arihant Anaika: A residential project providing modern living at affordable prices near to Taloja Metro Station. This project is completed and sold out.
The following projects are currently being undertaken by the subsidiary companies:
Project: Arihant Advika: A redevelopment residential project at Vashi , Navi Mumbai has two towers with twenty six floors of construction housed under Arihant Aashiyana Pvt Ltd.
Project: Arihant Aspire: Residential project located at Panvel , Navi Mumbai comprises of eight buildings under construction having forty two floors. Aspire is developed in Arihant Abode Ltd.
Project: Arihant Anmol: Residential project located at Badlapur ( E ) spans over seven acres of land well equipped with all amenities housed under Arihant Vatika Realty Pvt Ltd
Project: Arihant Amisha : Residential project located at Taloja , Panvel spans over 7 acres of land area is housed under Arihant Aashiyana Pvt Ltd
Project: Arihant Aloki : Residential project located at Karjat spanning six acres of land is developed in Arihant Aashiyana Pvt Ltd
Project: Arihant Clan Aalishan : Residential project at Khargar , Annex , is one of the tallest project of with 53 floors comprising of three towers is Navi Mumbai being developed in Arihant Vatika Realty Pvt Ltd
Project: Arihant Anaika 5: Residential project at Taloja developed under Arihant Vatika Realty Pvt Ltd over six acres of land
Tthe Company has transferred entire profits to Retained Earnings of Reserves and Surplus.
The Board of Directors are pleased to recommend for approval of the shareholders a final dividend of Rs 0.50 per equity share of Rs. 10/- each for the financial year ended 2022-23. The dividend, if approved by the shareholders, would entail a payout of approximately Rs. 52.05 Lacs. The dividend would be paid to all the equity shareholders (excluding Promoters who has forgone & voluntarily waived their right to receive dividend as per Board Meeting of date 22nd May, 2023 ) to receive the dividend, whose name would appear in the Register of Members/ list of beneficial owners on the record date fixed for this purpose i.e. 16th September, 2023
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 33 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (hereinafter referred to as "Listing Regulations") and applicable Accounting Standards, the Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of the Comp any for the financial year 2022-23, together with the Auditors'' Report form part of this Annual Report
The Company has 4 (four) unlisted subsidiaries, the details of which are stated below:
Name of the Material Subsidiaries |
Name of Non-Material Subsidiaries |
Arihant Abode Limited |
Arihant Aashiyana Private Limited |
Arihant Vatika Realty Private Limited |
Arihant Gruhnirman Private Limited |
A statement containing the salient features of financial statements of subsidiaries of the Company in the prescribed Form AOC - 1 forms a part of Consolidated Financial Statements in compliance with Section 129 (3) and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Act read with Rules as set out in attached Annexure- II to this report.
In accordance with Section 136 of the Act, the Audited Financial Statements, including the CFS and related information of the Company and the financial statements of each of the subsidiary companies, are available on our website. The necessary disclosures in respect of the material subsidiaries are displayed under the Corporate Governance website of the company.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Board of Directors comprise of eminent and experienced professionals in the Industry. The current composition of the Board of Directors are as follows:
No |
Name of Director (DIN) |
Designation |
1 |
Mr. Ashokkumar B Chhajer (DIN: 01965094) |
Chairman & Managing Director |
2 |
Mr. Nimish Shah (DIN: 03036904) |
Whole-time Director |
3 |
Mr. R N Bhardwaj (DIN: 01571764) |
Independent Director |
4 |
Mr. Parth Chhajer (DIN: 06646333) |
Whole Time Director |
5 |
Mr. Pramod Deshpande (DIN: 10204931) |
Additional Independent Director |
Changes in the composition of the Board of Directors
Mr. Parth Chhajer (DIN: 06646333) was appointed as an Whole time Director for a period of 5 years by the shareholders in the 39th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 20th Spetember, 2022 by the means of Special Resolution with effect from 23rd July, 2022.
Mr. Raj Narain Bhardwaj (DIN: 01571764) was appointed as an Independent Director of the Company for a second (2nd) term of five (5) years by the shareholders of the Company with effect from 12th August, 2022 in the 39th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 20th September, 2022 by means of passing of passing a special resolution.
Ms. Divya Momaya (DIN: 00365757) has resigned as the Women Independent Director of the Company with effect from 10th August, 2022 pursuant to provisions of Section 168 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The shareholders in the 39th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on 20th September, 2022 had approved
the continuation of Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (DIN: 00376830), as an Independent Director of the Company beyond the age of 75 years. Further on account of completion of second (2nd ) term of five (5) years, Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (DIN: 00376830) ceased to be the Independent Director of the Company with effect from 22 nd May, 2023.
Mrs. Chandra Iyengar (DIN: 02821294) has resigned as the Women Independent Director of the Company with effect from 29th July, 2023 pursuant the provisions of Section 168 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Board of Directors of the Company through a circular resolution has approved the appointment of Mr. Pramod Deshpande (DIN: 10204931) as an Additional Independent Director of the Company with effect from 10th August, 2023 for a period of five (5) years subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company. In the opinion of the Board, Mr. Pramod Deshpande fulfils the conditions specified in the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, for his appointment as an Independent Director of the Company.
The above appointment is recommended by the Nomination & Remuneration Committee of the Company, in line with the Nomination & Remuneration Policy of the Company. The details of the Directors, including their terms and remuneration as required under the Companies Act, 2013 and Secretarial Standards are attached to the AGM Notice. The Board recommends the appointment of the Pramod Deshpande (DIN: 10204931) as the Independent Director of the Company.
Pursuant to the completion of tenure of Mr. Ashokkumar B Chhajer (DIN: 01965094), the Board of Directors in its meeting held on 11th August, 2023 has approved the re-appointment of Mr. Ashokkumar B Chhajer (DIN: 01965094) as the Chariman & Managing Director of the Company with effect from 15th January, 2024 for a period of five (5) years with the same terms and condtions as per the existing tenure subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The Board accordingly recommends the same to the shareholders of the Company.
Mr. Parth Chhajer retires by rotation at ensuing AGM and being eligible has offered himself for re-appointment. The Board recommends the same.
There are no changes in the composition of Board of Directors except as mentioned above.
Declaration of Independent Directors
The Company has received the following declarations from all the Independent Directors confirming that:
⢠They meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under the provisions of the Act, read with the Schedules and Rules issued thereunder, as well as of Regulation 16 of the Listing Regulations.
⢠In terms of Rule 6(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, they have registered themselves with theIndependent Director''s database maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Manesar.
⢠In terms of Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations, they are not aware of any circumstance or situation, which exist or may be reasonably anticipated, that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties.
In terms of Regulation 25(9) of the Listing Regulations, the Board of Directors has ensured the veracity of the disclosures made under Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations by the Independent Directors of the Company.
Certificate on Disqualification of Directors
In terms of the provisions of Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V Para C clause (10)(i) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has obtained a Certificate from a Practicing Company Secretary in respect of the non-disqualification of the Directors. This certificate forms a part of this report.
The Key Managerial Personnel of the Company, as on the date of this Report are as follows:
Name |
Designation |
Date of Appointment |
Mr. Ashokkumar B Chhajer |
Managing Director |
April 1,2011 |
*Mr. Dhiraj Jopat |
Chief Financial Officer |
22nd May, 2023 |
*CS Darshni H Lakhani |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
12th November, 2022 |
* Mr. Deepak Lohia had resigned from the position of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company w.e.f. 21st September, 2022 and Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Dhiraj Jopat as the Chief Financial Officer w.e.f. 22nd May, 2023.
*CS Govind Rao has resigned from the post of the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer w.e.f. 5th July, 2022 and the Board has appointed CS Darshni Lakhani as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company w.e.f from 12th November, 2022 Further, Ms. Darshni Lakhani has resigned from the said position w.e.f. 8th August, 2023.
MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors, during Financial Year 2022-23 met 4 (four) times. The Board of Directors meets at regular intervals to discuss the business and compliance matters of the Company. The details of the Meetings of the Board of Directors and the Committees of the Board of Directors and their respective constitution are stated in the Corporate Governance Report attached which forms a part of this Board''s Report .
The Board has constituted the following Mandatory and Non-mandatory Committees of the Board of Directors:
Mandatory Committees |
Non-Mandatory Committee |
Audit Committee |
Executive Committee |
Nomination & Remuneration Committee |
Disinvestment Committee |
Stakeholders'' Relationship Committee |
Fund Raising Committee |
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee |
Insider Trading Compliance Committee |
Risk Management Committee |
The Company Secretary of the Company is the Secretary to each of these Committees.
During the year under review, all the recommendations made by the Audit Committee were approved by the Board of Directors.
Separate Meeting of Independent Directors is conducted during every year, in terms of the requirements of Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 25 (3) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Further, the Board of Directors have adopted various policies on the functioning and running of the Board of Directors as mandated by the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015 and which are also available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
The Company has a robust vigil mechanism through its Whistle Blower Policy approved and adopted by Board of Directors of the Company in compliance with the provisions of Section 177 (10) of the Act and Regulation 22 of the Listing Regulations.
The Policy also provides protection to the directors, employees and business associates who report unethical practices and irregularities. Any incidents that are reported are investigated and suitable action is taken in line with the Whistle Blower Policy. The Whistle Blower Policy of the Company can be accessed at website of the Company at www.asl.net.in
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
The salient features of the Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company are set out in the Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Annual Report. The said Policy of the Company, inter alia, provides that the Nominationand Remuneration Committee shall formulate the criteria for appointment & re-appointment of Directors on the Board of the Company and persons holding Senior Management positions in the Company, including their remuneration, evaluation and other matters as provided under Section 178 of the Act and Listing Regulations. The copy of the Policy can be found under the Investors section on http://www.asl.net.in
REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS, KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL, SENIOR MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEES
The remuneration paid to the Directors and Key Managerial Personnel is in accordance with the Nomination and Remuneration Policy formulated in accordance with Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 of the Listing Regulations and within the Statutory limits under the Companies Act, 2013.
The information required under Section 197 of the Act read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 in respect of Directors/ employees of the Company is set out in Annexure - I to this Report.
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company empowers the Nomination and Remuneration Committee to formulate a process for effective evaluation of the performance of Individual Directors, Committees of the Board and the Boardas a whole.
The Board formally assesses its own performance based on parameters which, inter alia, include performance of the Board on deciding long term strategy, rating the composition and mix of Board members, discharging of governance and fiduciary duties, handling critical and dissenting suggestions , etc .
The parameters for the performance evaluation of the Directors include contribution made at the Board meeting, attendance, instances of sharing best and next practices, domain knowledge, vision, strategy, engagement with senior management, etc.
The Chairperson(s) of the respective Committees based on feedback received from the Committee members on the outcome of performance evaluation exercise of the Committee, shares a report to the Board.
The Independent Directors at their separate meeting review the performance of: non-independent directors and the Board as awhole, Chairperson of the Company after taking into account the views of Executive Director and nonexecutive directors, the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the Company management and the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably perform their duties.
Based on the outcome of the performance evaluation exercise, areas have been identified for the Board to engage itself with and the same would be acted upon. The details of the evaluation process are set out in the Corporate Governance Report whichforms a part of this Annual Report.
FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All new independent directors inducted into the Board are familiarized with the operations and functioning of the Company. The details of the training and familiarization program are provided in the Corporate Governance report and website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
In terms of Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Directors would like to state that:
(a) In the preparation of the Annual Accounts, the applicable Accounting Standards had been followed and that no material departures have been made from the same.
(b) Such Accounting Policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at March 31,2023 and oft h e profit of the Company for that period;
(c) Proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate Accounting Records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities
(d) The Annual Accounts of the Company have been prepared on a going concern basis.
(e) Internal Financial Controls have been laid down to be by the Company and that such internal Financial Controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(f) Proper systems have been devised to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
All contracts/arrangements/transactions entered into by the Company during the year under review with Related Partieswere i n ordinary course of business and on arm''s length basis in terms of provisions of the Act. The Company''s Policy on dealing with a nd Materiality of Related Party Transactions is available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in
All transactions with related parties were reviewed and approved by the Audit Committee and are in accordance with the Policy on dealing with and materiality of Related Party Transactions and the Related Party Framework, formulated and adopted by the Company. During the year under review, the Related Policy Framework was suitably amended to give effect to the changes i n th e relevant provisions of law.
There are no materially significant related party transactions that may have potential conflict with interest of the Companyat large. The details of the related party transactions as per Indian Accounting Standards (IND AS) - 24 are set out in Notes to the Standalone Financial Statements of the Company. The company also obtains suitable approval of the members for the materially significant related party transactions, in line with Regulation 24 of the Listing Regulations.
The approval ofthe materially significant related party transactions for Financial Year 2023-24 is sought at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting of the Company. The same is recommended by the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors.
The Company in terms of Regulation 23 of the Listing Regulations submits within 30 days from the date of publication of its standalone and consolidated financial results for the half year, disclosures of related party transactions on a consolidated basis,in the format specified in the relevant accounting standards to the stock exchanges.
The said disclosures can be accessed on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in. Form AOC - 2 pursuant to Section 134 (3) (h) of the Act read with Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is set out in the Annexure - III to this report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The Company has constituted the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the Board in accordance with the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibilities) Rules, 2014, as amended. During the year, the said policy has been reviewed by the Board of Directors of the Company.
For FY 2022-23, the CSR liability of the Company was Rs. 23,51,173/- (Rupees twenty three lacs fifty one thousand one hundred and seventy three Only) However, the Company has undertaken a CSR spend of Rs. 26,16,442 /-(Rupees Twenty six lacs sixteen thousand four hundred and forty two only) The Board has approved carrying forward the excess CSR spend undertaken by the Company. The details of CSR spend is attached in the CSR report attached as Annexure IV.
The CSR policy of the company is displayed on the website of the company on www.asl.net.in. The company is committed to undertaking its CSR responsibility and initiatives in letter and spirit and will undertake to spend towards effective causes in line with the CSR policy of the company.
The Company''s CSR Policy statement and annual report on the CSR activities undertaken during the financial year ended 31stMarch, 2023, in accordance with Section 135 of the Act and Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 (including any statutory modification(s) or re- enactment(s) thereof for the time being in force) is set out in Annexure - IV tot his report.
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of Companies Act, 2013, the Annual return as on March 31, 2023 is available on the website of the company on www.asl.net.in
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS'' REPORTStatutory Auditors and their Report
M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co, Chartered Accountants (Firm Regn No. 112318W) were appointed in 35th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on September 28, 2018 as a Statutory Auditor of the Company for the second (2nd ) term of 5 years till the conclusion of the AGM to be held in 2023. Pursuant to Rule 6 of Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co. are retiring at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and cannot be re-appointed on account of completion of tenure of 2 consecutive term.
The Board of Directors proposes the appointment of M/s Ummed Jain & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm Regn No 119250W), Mumbai as the Statutory Auditor of the Company for the first (1st) term of five (5) years till the conclusion of 45th Annual General Meeting to be held in the year 2028 at the remuneration of Rs. 10,00,000/- p.a. (Rupees Ten Lacs Only).
The Statutory Auditors'' Report being self-explanatory, do not require any reply from the Board of Directors of the Company.
Secretarial Auditors and their Report
The Company has appointed M/s D A Kamat & Co, Company Secretaries as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for FY 2022-23 under the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Secretarial Auditors Report for Financial Year 2022-23 is attached as Annexure - V to this Report.
The Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2023, in relation to compliance of all applicable SEBI Regulations/circulars/ guidelines issued thereunder, pursuant to requirement of Regulation 24A of Listing Regulations isavailable on the website of the Company.
The observations made by the Secretarial Auditors of the Company and management reply thereto is mentioned hereunder:
Sr. No. |
Observations |
Management Reply |
1. |
Transfer of Equity Shares to IEPF for Financial Year 2011-12 & F.Y. 2012-13: The company has, till the date of this Report, not transferred the outstanding equity shares on which dividend was declared for the FY 2011 -12, 2012-13, 2013-14 onwards and remained outstanding for a period of over 7 years and were due for transfer in FY 2018-19 to FY 2020-21. |
The compliance in respect for transfer of equity shares and dividend thereon is pending owing to certain administrative challenges from the Bank. However, the company is presently undertaking steps to ensure due compliance at the earliest. |
2. |
The Company is maintaining a functional website. However, the website of the Company is not updated. |
The Company is in the process of updating the same. |
3. |
Mr. Deepak Lohia resigned as the Chief Financial Officer of the Company with effect from 21st September, 2022 and appointed Mr. Dhiraj Jopat as a Chief Financial Officer on 22nd May, 2023. Accordingly, the Company has not filled the vacancy within a period of 6 months from the date of Vacancy. |
The Company was in process of finding Chief Financial Officer of the Company. However, the Company in the Board meeting held on 22nd May, 2023 has finalized and appointed CFO. |
The Company is not required to appoint any Cost Auditors or maintain cost records for the Company during the year under review.
The Board had appointed M/s Anjani Goyal & Co. Chartered Accountants as the Internal Auditors for FY 2023-24. The Boardhas appointed M/s Anjani Goyal & Co, Chartered Accountants as the Internal Auditors for Financial Year 202223. The remarksof the Internal Auditors Report are placed before the Audit Committee and Board of Directors for their review and process improvement.
The Management continuously reviews the Internal Control Systems and procedures for the efficient conduct of the Company''sbusiness. The Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the transactions, Financial Reporting and ensuresthat all its assets are safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the Company conducts the Audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee actively reviews Internal Audit Reports and effectiveness of Internal Control Systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Company''s assets from loss or damage, to keep constant checkon the cost structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate Financial and Accounting Controls and implement Accounting Standards.
The Board of Directors in their meeting held on June 27, 2020, have constituted a Risk Management Committee consisting of the heads of finance, administration and operations of the company. The Risk Management Committee of the Company has been entrusted by the Board with the responsibility of reviewing the risk management process in the Company and ensuring that the risks are brought within acceptable limits.
Mitigation plans to significant risks are well integrated with functional and business plans and are reviewed on a regular basis by the senior leadership. The Company endeavours to continually sharpen its Risk Management systems and processes in line with a rapidly changing business environment. The Company, through its risk management process, aims to contain the risks within its risk appetite.
There are no risks which in the opinion of the Board threaten the existence of the Company. However, some of the risks which may pose challenges are set out in the Management Discussion and Analysis which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Board of Directors of the Company, on the recommendation of the Risk Management Committee has developed risk management policy for the Company to articulate the Company''s approach to address the uncertainties in its endeavour to achieve its stated and implicit objectives and the same is available at the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS ANDOUTGO
The information required to be furnished pursuant to Section 134 (3) (m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 (3) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is enclosed as Annexure-VI and forms part of this Report.
In compliance with Regulation 34 of the Listing Regulations, a separate report on Corporate Governance along with a certificate from the Auditors on its compliance is attached to this Report. The same is attached to this Report as Annexure - VII.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
Management Discussion and Analysis as stipulated under the Listing Regulations is presented in a separate section forming part of this Annual Report.
POLICY ON PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE
As per the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013(hereinafter referred to as "Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act"), the Company has formulated a Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace for prevention, prohibition and redressal of sexual harassment at workplace and an Internal Complaints Committees has also been set up to redress any such complaints received.
The Company is committed to providing a safe and conducive work environment to all of its employees and associates. The Company periodically conducts sessions for employees across the organization to build awareness about the Policy and the provisions of Prevention of Sexual Harassment Act.
No complaints of sexual harassment were received during the Financial Year 2022-23 by the Company.
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (IEPF)
In accordance with the applicable provisions of Companies Act, 2013 (hereinafter referred to as "the Act") read with Investor Education and Protection Fund (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016 (hereinafter referred to as the "IEPF Rules"), all unclaimed dividends are required to be transferred by the Company to the IEPF, after completion of seven (7) years. Further, according to IEPF Rules, the shares on which dividend has not been claimed by the shareholders for seven (7) consecutive years or more shall be transferred to the demat account of the IEPF Authority. The details relating to amount of dividend transferred to the IEPF during the FY 2022-23 and corresponding shares on which dividends were unclaimed for seven (7) consecutive years, are provided in the General Shareholders Information section of Corporate Governance report forming part of this Annual Report.
The Company is under process of transfer the unpaid dividend amount and underlying shares to IEPF Account.
CODE OF CONDUCT AND INSIDER TRADING REGULATIONS
The Board of Directors has approved a Code of Conduct which is applicable to the Members of the Board and all Employees in the course of day to day business operations of the Company.
The Code lays down the standard procedure of business conduct which is expected to be followed by the Directors and the designated Employees in their business dealings and in particular on matters relating to integrity in the work place, in businesspractices and in dealing with Stakeholders.
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading with a view to regulate trading in securities bythe Directors and designated Employees of the Company. The Code requires pre-clearance for dealing in the Company''s Sharesand prohibits the purchase or sale of Company Shares by the Directors and the designated Employees while in possession of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information in relation to the Company and during the period when the trading window is closed.The Board is responsible for implementation of the Code.
All Directors and the designated Employees have confirmed compliance with the Code, except for the instances as reported to the Stock Exchanges in this regard.
REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS, KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL, SENIOR
MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEES
Statement of disclosure of remuneration
[Pursuant to Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") and Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014]
A. The ratio of the remuneration of each Director to the median remuneration of the employees of the Company and the percentage increase in remuneration of each Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary in the FY 2022-23:
Name |
Designation |
Ratio of remuneration to Median Remuneration |
% Increase in the remuneration |
Mr. Ashokkumar B Chhajer |
Managing Director |
8.23 |
12.00 |
Mr. Deepak Lohia* |
Chief Financial Officer |
1.12 |
(-) 62.43 |
Mr. Chandra Iyengar** |
Independent Director |
0.86 |
2.70 |
Mr. R. N. Bhardwaj |
Independent Director |
0.97 |
16.22 |
Mr. Virendra Mital*** |
Independent Director |
1.03 |
16.67 |
Ms. Divya Momaya**** |
Independent Director |
0.11 |
(-) 80.77 |
Mr. Nimish Shah |
Wholetime Director |
5.88 |
(-) 4.09 |
Mr. Parth A Chhajer***** |
Wholetime Director |
3.95 |
-- |
Mr. Govind Rao****** |
Company Secretary |
0.13 |
(-) 80.34 |
Ms. Darshni Lakhani******* |
Company Secretary |
0.29 |
-- |
1. *Mr. Deepak Lohia resigned from the position of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company w.e.f. 19th March, 2022 and was again appointed as CFO w.e.f. 6th May, 2022 on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and again resigned with effect from 21st September, 2022.
2. **Mrs. Chandra Iyengar (DIN: 02821294) has resigned as an Woman Independent Director of the Company with effect from 29th July, 2023.
3. *** On account of completion of term of 2(two) consecutive tenures of 5 (five) years each, Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (DIN 00376830) ceased to be the Independent Director of the Company with effect from 22nd May, 2023
4. ****Ms. Divya Momaya (DIN: 00365757) has resigned as an Independent Director of the Company with effect from 10th August 2022.
5. *****Mr. Parth A Chhajer (DIN: 06646333) has been appointed as Whole Time Director of the Company with effect from 23rd July, 2022
6. ******Mr. Govind Rao resigned from the position of the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company w.e.f. 5th July, 2022
7. ******* Ms. Darshni Lakhani is appointed as Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company with effect from 12th November, 2022 and has resigned from the said position with effect from 8th August, 2023.
The increase in remuneration of employees other than the Key Managerial Personnel is considerably in line with the increase in remuneration of Key Managerial Personnel.
A) Break-up of median remuneration for employees is given below:
The median remuneration of employees for FY 2022-23 is Rs. 885,000/-
B) Number of permanent employees on rolls of the Company as on March 31,2023: 171
C) The average percentile increase already made in the salaries of employees other than the managerial personnel in the last financial year 2022-23 was 20.3 and its comparison with the average percentile increase in the managerial remuneration was 11.5%.
D) Affirmation that the remuneration is as per the Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company:
It is affirmed that the remuneration paid to the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management is as per the Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company.
E) The statement containing names of top ten employees in terms of remuneration drawn and the particulars of employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, is provided in a separate annexure forming part of this report. Further, the report and the accounts are being sent to the members excluding the aforesaid annexure. In terms of Section 136 of the Act, the said annexure is available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in
By Order of the Board Arihant Superstructures LimitedPlace: Navi Mumbai Date: 11th August, 2023
Ashokkumar B Chhajer Chairman & Managing Director DIN:01965094
Mar 31, 2018
The Directors are pleased to submit the Annual Report of your Company; Arihant Superstructures Limited (the âCompanyâ or âASLâ) along with the Audited Financial Statements for the Financial Year (FY) ended March 31, 2018. Consolidated Performance of the Company and its Subsidiaries has been referred to wherever required.
1. Financial Performance:
The Financial Performance of the Company, for the Financial Year ended 31st March, 2018 as compared to the previous financial year is summarized below:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
Particulars |
Financial Year ended 31st March, 2018 |
Financial Year ended 31st March, 2017* |
||
Consolidated |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
Standalone |
|
Sales and Other Income |
18,925 |
10,722 |
18,625 |
13,123 |
Profit before Interest, Depreciation & Tax |
3,849 |
2,274 |
6,436 |
4,845 |
Interest |
1,501 |
630 |
1,013 |
759 |
Depreciation |
134 |
62 |
102 |
58 |
Profit/ (Loss) before Tax |
2,214 |
1,582 |
5,321 |
4,028 |
Provision for Tax |
750 |
548 |
1,729 |
1,366 |
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax |
1,465 |
1,034 |
3,592 |
2,662 |
Profit/(Loss) for the Year |
1,465 |
1,034 |
3,592 |
2,662 |
Add: Balance of Profit and Loss Account |
6,728 |
7,198 |
3,892 |
4,982 |
Share of Minority |
208 |
- |
310 |
- |
Profit available for Appropriation |
7,985 |
8,232 |
7,174 |
7,644 |
Less: Appropriation |
||||
Dividend on Equity Shares (excluding tax) |
412 |
412 |
370 |
370 |
Tax on dividends |
84 |
84 |
75 |
75 |
Balance of Profit carried to Balance Sheet |
7,489 |
7,704 |
6,728 |
7,198 |
The Audited Consolidated and Standalone Financial Statements of the Company are attached to this Report and the Audited Financial Statements of the Subsidiaries are available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in for the review of the Members.
*The Members are requested to note, that the Financial Statements pertaining to Financial Year 2016-17 are regrouped and re-classified, pursuant to the applicability of Indian Accounting Standard.
2. Dividend:
Based on the Companyâs Performance, the Directors are pleased to recommend for approval of the Members at the Annual General Meeting a Final Dividend of Rs.0.50/- per Equity Share of the Company for the Financial Year 2017-18. The Final Dividend on Equity Shares, if approved by the Members would involve a cash outflow of Rs.247,69,589/- including Dividend Distribution tax resulting in a payout of 23.95% of the Standalone Profits of the Company.
The Register of Members shall remain close from Saturday, 22nd September, 2018 to Friday, 28th September, 2018 (both days inclusive) for the purpose of Final Dividend and Annual General Meeting.
3. Transfer to Reserve:
The Company does not propose to transfer any amount to the General Reserves. However, Company has transferred entire profit to the Reserve and Surplus.
4. Company Financial Performance:
On Consolidated Basis, revenue from operations for FY 2017-18 at Rs.18,796 Lakhs was higher by 1.74% over last FY (Rs.18,474 Lakhs in FY 2016-17). Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization (âEBITDAâ) were Rs.3,849 Lakhs registering a decline of 40% EBITDA from Rs.6,436 lakhs. Profit after tax (âPATâ) for the FY 2017-18 was Rs.1,257 Lakhs which is declined from previous year Rs.3,282 Lakhs.
On Standalone basis, revenue from operations for FY 2017-18 at Rs.10,506 Lakhs which has declined from previous year of Rs.12,879 Lakhs. Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization (âEBITDAâ) were 2,274 Lakhs registering a decline of 53% EBITDA from 4,845 Lakhs. Profit after tax (âPATâ) for the FY 2017-18 was Rs.1,034 Lakhs which is declined from previous year Rs.2,662 Lakhs.
5. Accounting Standards and Consolidated Financial Statements:
The Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and its Subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, which forms part of this Annual Report.
6. Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS):
The Financial Statements have been prepared on accrual basis in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (as amended) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
For all periods up to and including the Year ended 31st March 2017, the Company prepared its Financial Statements in accordance with accounting standards notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read together with paragraph 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 (previous GAAP). These Financial Statements for the Year ended 31st March 2018 are the first Financial Statements of the Company which has been prepared in accordance with Ind AS. Refer to note 3 for an explanation of how the transition from previous GAAP to Ind AS has effected the Companyâs Financial Position, Financial Performance and Cash Flows.
The Financial Statements have been prepared on accural and going concern basis under historical cost convention except for certain Financial Assets and Liabilities which have been measured at fair value (refer accounting policy regarding financial instruments). If no such transactions can be identified, an appropriate valuation model is used. Impairment losses of continuing operations, including impairment on inventories, are recognised.
The Financial Statements are presented in Indian Rupees (âINRâ or â''â) and all amounts are rounded to the nearest Lakhs, except as stated otherwise.
7. Directorsâ Responsibility Statement:
In terms of Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Directors would like to state that:
(a) in the preparation of the Annual Accounts, the applicable Accounting Standards had been followed and that no material departures have been made from the same;
(b) such Accounting Policies have been selected and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at 31st March, 2018 and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
(c) proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate Accounting Records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) the Annual Accounts of the Company have been prepared on a going concern basis;
(e) Internal Financial Controls have been laid down to be by the Company and that such internal Financial Controls are adequate and were operating effectively;
(f) proper system have been devised to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
8. Deposits:
The Company has not accepted any Deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and accordingly no disclosures are required in this regard.
9. Subsidiaries and Associate Companies:
All the Subsidiary Companies are Non-material, Non-listed Subsidiary Companies as defined under Regulation 24 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and pursuant to provisions of Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 a statement containing salient features of the Financial Statements of the Companyâs Subsidiaries in Form AOC-1 is attached to the Financial Statements of the Company.
During the Year the Company does not have any Associate Company in term of applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
10. Operations Review of Company Projects:
Project: Arihant Aarohi
Residential project located at Kalyan Shil Road. Arihant Aarohi having over 2.5 acres area of land. Arihant Aarohi comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK. The project has internal & external amenities such as 2x2 vitrified tilling in all rooms, UPVC sound resistant french windows, granite top kitchen platform, swimming pool, library, childrenâs play area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
Project: Arihant Adita
Residential project is situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and is just 1 km from the National Highway. This is first of its type high rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project will provide the people of Jodhpur all state-of-the-art facilities and amenities, in line with projects in Mumbai and other Metro cities. Project consists of five phases which have 14 buildings equivalent to saleable area of 1.3 Mn sq.ft. The project has amenities such as swimming pool, badminton court, basket ball court, kids play room, amphitheater, garden lawn, steam room, gymnasium, etc. to name a few.
Project: Arihant Ashray
This is an affordable housing project named as âArihant Ashrayâ situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur (Rajasthan).
Project: Arihant Ayati
Residential project named as âArihant Ayatiâ is situated at Devnagar, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). This Project is stilt 17 storied Towers consisting Super Luxurious Flats having the internal and external amenities like 3-burner gas hob & chimney in kitchen, UPVC sliding windows with tinted glass, high speed lifts, swimming pool, high health club with gymnasium & steam room, green concept at top terrace for cool temperature and external texture with pure acrylic paint etc.
Project: Arihant Anchal
This is an Affordable Housing Project named as âArihant Anchalâ located at Jodhpur (Rajasthan). Its internal and external amenities like super quality velvet touch paint, POP finished AAC brick walls, branded CP, sanitary and electrical fittings, molded panel doors and aluminum sliding window, vitrified flooring and designer wall tiles, lifts and beautiful entrance with grand club house.
Project: Arihant Angan
This is an Affordable Housing Project named as âArihant Aanganâ located at Jodhpur (Rajasthan). Its internal and external amenities like super quality velvet touch paint, POP finished AAC brick walls, branded CP, sanitary and electrical fittings, molded panel doors and aluminum sliding window, vitrified flooring and designer wall tiles, lifts and beautiful entrance with grand club house.
Project: Arihant Aakarshan
This is a residential project located at Chokha, Jodhpur. Arihant Aakarshan having approximately 6.5 acres kingdom with modern luxuries. Arihant Aakarshan consists of stilt 20 Storied, 7 Magnificent Tower comprising elegant 2BHK, 3BHK & 4BHK furnished Sky-bungalows with world-class fixtures & furnitureâs. The project has internal & external amenities such as 800mm x 800mm vitrified tile flooring, modern kitech with water purifier, gas hob & chimney, granite top kitchen platform with double bowls sink and service-platform, bathroom with bathtub, basin counter, glass partition, premium quality CP fitting and branded sanitary ware, module panel main door and bathroom door, FRP doors for bathrooms, UPVC sound resistance French windows, luster/velvet touch paint with POP on all walls, world-class gymnasium with fitness equipment, swimming pool with changing rooms, elegant clubhouse lobby, banquet hall for parties & celebration, private theatre, exotic spa, children amusement, golf area, indoor games room, library, lawn tennis court.
Project: Arihant Arshiya
Residential project named as âArihant Arshiyaâ is situated at Khalapur, Khopoli. This project having 20 acres land area. Arihant Arshiya is a part stilt 8 Storied Towers comprising elegant 1RK, 1BHK, 2BHK flats. The project is having internal & external amenities such as swimming pool, library, children play area, health club- gymnasium& steam room, landscape garden, indoor game room, temple, complex owned shuttle bus service.
11. Operations Review of Company Subsidiaries Projects:
Project: Arihant Aspire
Residential project located at Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The project consists of 8 Buildings. Arihant Aspire a 42 storied towers comprising elegant studio and 2BHK apartments. The project having internal & external amenities such as Laxmi Mataji Temple, intercom facility, velvet touch paint with POP in all rooms, elegant entrance lobby, 4 high speed lifts in each building, business lounge, landscapes garden, swimming pool with Kids pool, gymnasium with club house, childrenâs play area, amphitheater with party lawn, jogging track, meditation center, ample car parking, basket ball court, external camera for security checks.
Project: Arihant Anmol
Residential project located at Jouveli Badlapur (E). Anmol project having 7 acres land area. The project has granite top kitchen platform swimming pool, library, children play area, health club- gymnasium & steam room, landscape garden, indoor game room, S. S. elevator, indoor game room & party hall.
Project: Arihant Amisha
Residential project named as âArihant Amishaâ situated at Wawanje Taloja, Panvel. This project having 7 acres land area. The project has various amenities such as temple, swimming pool, health club with gymnasium &steam room, Community hall, cum social activity center & library, swimming pool, beautiful landscaped garden etc.
Project: Arihant Aloki
Residential project named as âArihant Alokiâ situated at Bhisegaon, Karjat (E). This project having 6 acres land area. Arihant Aloki comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK, 3BHK flats. The project has internal & external amenities such as 2x2 vitrified flooring in all rooms, granite top kitchen platform, luster paint, aluminum powder coated sliding windows, childrenâs play area, community hall, health club- gymnasium & steam room, landscape garden, indoor game room. Project: Arihant Clan Aalishan
Residential project named as âArihant Clan Aalishanâ is situated at Kharghar Annex, Navi Mumbai. This is the one of the tallest project of Navi Mumbai and is stilt 53 Storied 3 Magnificent Towers consisting 2BHK, 3BHK and 4BHK Super Luxurious Flats having the internal and external amenities such as 800mm x 800mm vitrified tile flooring, modern kitchen with water purifier, gas hob & chimney, granite top kitchen platform with double bowls sink and service-platform, bathroom with bathtub, basin counter, glass partition, premium quality CP fitting and branded sanitary ware, moulded panel main door and bathroom door, FRP doors for bathrooms, UPVC sound resistance french windows, Luster/velvet touch paint with POP on all walls, herbal boulevard & gen garden, landscape party area, pairidaeza, senior citizen garden, childrenâs outdoor play area, rain dance arena with water fountain, hi-tech gymnasium, swimming pool, unisex aroma spa with jacuzzi, mini theatre, aeorbics, yoga and meditation center, indoor sports club, badminton & squash court, childrenâs creche, library and business lounge.
Project: Arihant Anaika
Residential project named as âArihant Anaikaâ is situated at Nr. Taloja Phase II, Navi Mumbai. Arihant Anaika is a stilt 4 Storied Towers consisting of 1 BHK, 2BHK and 3BHK flats having the internal and external amenities such as 2x2 vitrified flooring tiles, POP on all walls, luster paint on internal walls, granite top kitchen platform, premium quality bathroom, moulded panel main door & bedroom doors, FRP doors for bathroom, mesmerizing elevation, elegant entrance lobby, beautiful landscape garden, swimming pool, health club with gymnasium, indoor games, childrenâs play area.
Project: Arihant Anshula
Residential project named as âArihant Anshulaâ is situated at Nr. Taloja Phase II, Navi Mumbai. Arihant Anshula is a stilt 4 Storied Towers consisting of 1 BHK, 2BHK and 3BHK flats and it is the dated township concept having the internal and external amenities such as Elegant entrance lobby, Ample car parking for all, Swimming poll, Beautiful landscaped garden, Health club, with gymnasium & steam room, Indoor games room, party hall, Reputed make elevator in each wing, pure acrylic external paint, External camera for security checks.
12. Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnels:
The Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed Individuals of the Industry. During the Year, the Non-Executive Directors of the Company had no pecuniary relationship or transactions with the Company, other than the sitting fees and reimbursement of expenses incurred by them for the purpose of attending Meetings of the Company.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, following are the changes in the Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnelâs of the Company till the date of this Report:
Name of the Director/Key Managerial Personnels |
DIN/PAN |
Designation |
Date of Appointment/ Resignation |
Mr. Raj Narain Bhardwaj |
01571764 |
Independent Director |
Appointed w.e.f. 12/08/2017 |
Mrs. Vijayalakshmi R. Iyer |
05242960 |
Independent Woman Director |
Appointed w.e.f. 12/08/2017 Resignation w.e.f. 04/06/2018 |
Mr. Virendra Mital |
00376830 |
Independent Director |
Vacation of Office w.e.f 07/09/2017 |
Mrs. Kamini Shroff |
07141404 |
Independent Woman Director |
Resignation w.e.f 07/11/2017 |
Mr. Manish Mehta |
AACPM6559L |
Chief Financial Officer |
Resignation w.e.f: 22/01/2018 |
Mr. Pradeep Mehta |
AHBPM4964B |
Chief Financial Officer |
Appointment w.e.f: 12/02/2018 |
Mr. Virendra Mital |
00376830 |
Independent Director |
Appointment w.e.f. 23/05/2018 |
Mrs. Vijayalakshmi R. Iyer |
05242960 |
Additional Independent Woman Director |
Re- Appointment w.e.f. 10/08/2018 |
The Current Compositions of the Board of Directors of the Company are as follows:
Name of the Director |
DIN |
Designation |
|
Mr. Ashok Chhajer |
01965094 |
Chairman & Managing Director |
|
Mr. Nimish Shah |
03036904 |
Whole-time Executive Director |
|
Mr. Virendra Mital |
00376830 |
Independent Director |
|
Mr. Vinayak Nalavde |
02047436 |
Independent Director |
|
Mr. Dinesh Babel |
03042254 |
Independent Director |
|
Mr. Raj Narain Bhardwaj |
01571764 |
Independent Director |
|
Mrs. Vijayalakshmi R. Iyer |
05242960 |
Additional Independenl |
Woman Director |
Details of the Current Compositions of Key Managerial Personnels of the Company
Name |
Designation |
|
Mr. Naval Singh Shekhawat |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
|
Mr. |
Pradeep Mehta |
Chief Financial Officer |
The Board places on record its appreciation towards the services and guidance received from Mrs. Kamini Shroff and Mr. Manish Mehta during their tenure with the Board and Company.
The Board has on the recommendation of Nomination & Remuneration Committee appointed Mr. Virendra Mital as Independent Director of the Company. The Company has received the approval of Shareholders through Postal Ballot result declared dated 25th July, 2018 for appointment of Mr. Virendra Mital as Independent Director for his second term of 5 (Five) Years.
The Board welcomes Mrs. Vijayalakshmi R. Iyer on the Board for her re-appointment as a Independent Woman Director of the Company for second term of 5 (Five) Years. . The Board has approved her re-appointment in its Board Meeting held on 10th August, 2018 and recommended to the Shareholders for their approval in ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 and any other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Nimish Shah, (DIN: 03036904), Whole-time Executive Director of the Company is liable to retire by rotation and offers himself for re-appointment as the Whole-Time Executive Director of the Company by stating his willingness to be re-appointed at this Annual General Meeting.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 196,197,198 and any other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Ashok Chhajer, (DIN: 01965094), Chairman & Managing Director of the Company whose term is expiring on 14th January, 2019 is offering himself for re-appointment as the Chairman & Managing Director of the Company by stating his willingness to be re-appointed at this Annual General Meeting for next term of 5 (Five) Years.
The complete details and disclosures pertaining to the qualification, experience, education and other details as required under the Companies Act, 2013, Secretarial Standards-2 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 are annexed to the Notice to the Annual General Meeting for the Directors seeking appointment/ reappointment. The Board recommends their appointment / re-appointment.
The disclosures pertaining to the Equity Shares held and the Remuneration received by the Directors and Key Managerial Personnels during the Financial Year 2017-18 are disclosed in MGT-9 which forms a part of this Report.
13. Board and Committee Meetings:
The Board of Directors meets at regular intervals to discuss the business and compliance matters of the Company. The details of the Meetings of the Board of Directors and the Committees of the Board of Directors and their respective constitution are stated in the Corporate Governance Report attached which form part of this Boardâs Report.
The Board has constituted the following Mandatory and Non-mandatory Committees of the Board of Directors:
Sr. No. |
Mandatory Committees |
Non-Mandatory Committees |
1 |
Audit Committee |
Executive Committee |
2 |
Nomination and Remuneration Committee |
Disinvestment Committee |
3 |
Stakeholdersâ Relationship Committee |
Fund Raising Committee |
4 |
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee |
Insider Trading Compliances Committee |
The Company Secretary of the Company is the Secretary to each of these Committees.
Separate Meeting of Independent Directors is conducted during every Year, in terms of the requirements of Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 25(3) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Further, the Board of Directors have adopted various policies on the functioning and running of the Board of Directors as mandated by the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and which are also available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
14. Declaration from Independent Directors:
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent Directors of the Company confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed both under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015.
15. Board Evaluation:
The Board of Directors have carried out an Annual evaluation of its own performance, Board Committees and individual Director pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed by SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations 2015.
The Performance of the Board was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from all the Directors on the basis of the criteria such as the Board composition and structure, effectiveness of Board processes, information and functioning, etc.
The Performance of the Committees was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from the Committee Members on the basis of the criteria such as the composition of Committees, effectiveness of Committee Meetings, etc.
The Board and the Nomination and Remuneration Committee reviewed the performance of the individual Directors on the basis of the criteria such as the contribution of the individual Director to the Board and Committee Meetings like preparedness on the issues to be discussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and inputs in Meetings, etc. In addition, the Chairman was also evaluated on the key aspects of his role.
In a separate Meeting of Independent Directors, Performance of Non-Independent Directors, performance of the Board as a whole and performance of the Chairman was evaluated, taking into account the views of Executive Directors and Non-Executive Directors. The same was discussed in the Board Meeting that followed the Meeting of the Independent Directors, at which the performance of the Board, its Committees and individual Directors was also discussed. Performance evaluation of independent Directors was done by the entire Board, excluding the Independent Director being evaluated.
16. Internal Financial Control Systems and their Adequacy:
The Management continuously reviews the Internal Control Systems and procedures for the efficient conduct of the Companyâs business. The Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the transactions, Financial Reporting and ensures that all its assets are safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the Company conducts the Audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee actively reviews Internal Audit Reports and effectiveness of Internal Control Systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Companyâs assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate Financial and Accounting Controls and implement Accounting Standards
17. Statutory Auditors:
M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co., Chartered Accountants appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a period of Four Years in the 31st Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting to be held in the Year 2018, subject to ratification of the Members in every Annual General Meeting. Accordingly, The Board recommends the re-appointment of the Statutory Auditors in this Annual General Meeting for the Second term of 5 (Five) consecutive Years from the conclusion of this Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of the Sixth Annual General Meeting from this Annual General Meeting.
18. Secretarial Auditors:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company had appointed M/s D. A. Kamat & Co, Practicing Company Secretaries, Mumbai, to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the Financial Year 2017-18 under review. The Secretarial Audit Report is annexed as Annexure I to this Report.
19. Internal Auditors:
The Board of Directors had appointed M/s MPK & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Mumbai as the Internal Auditors for the Financial Year 2017-18. The Internal Auditors conduct their review and Audit on a quarterly basis and submit their report to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
Further the Board of Directors have appointed M/s KPMG as the Internal Auditors for the Financial Year 2018-19, in the Board Meeting held on 23rd May, 2018.
20. Comments by the Board on Qualification, Reservation or Adverse remark or disclaimer in Audit Report:
There is no Qualification, Reservation or Adverse remark in Statutory Audit Report for the Financial Year 2017-18.
Further, in respect of the comments/ observations, made by the Secretarial Auditor, the Board of Directors have taken note of the same and are undertaking necessary steps to ensure due compliance of the provisions of Companies Act, 2013, Insider Trading regulations and other specifically applicable laws therein
21. Nomination and Remuneration Policy:
The Board has on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee framed a Policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Key Managerial Personnels and Senior Management and their Remuneration. The details and extract of the Remuneration Policy is disclosed in the Corporate Governance Report attached to this Annual Report. A copy of the Nomination and Remuneration Policy is available on the website of the Company on www.asl.net.in.
22. Particulars of Contract or Arrangements with Related Party:
The Board of Directors has a Related Party Transaction Policy approved as mandated by the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosures Requirements) Regulations, 2015. All Related Party Transactions are placed before the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors along with the Quarterly Financial Results. Further, Material Related Party Transactions are also reported to the Stock Exchanges in the Quarterly Corporate Governance Report. Omnibus Approvals for all repetitive transactions, are obtained from Audit Committee and Shareholdersâ approval for Material Related Party Transactions undertaken as per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is obtained. A copy of the Related Party Transactions Policy is available on the website of the Company on www.asl.net.in.
Information on transactions with Related Parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with Rule 8(2) of the Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Annexure II in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this Report.
23. Particulars of Loans, Guarantees and Investments:
Particulars of Loans given, Investments made, Guarantees given and Securities provided along with the purpose for which the Loan or Guarantee or Security is proposed to be utilized by the recipient are provided in the Financial Statements, forming part of this Annual Report.
24. Risk Management:
The Board of Directors has reviewed the Risk Assessment and Minimization Procedures as per Regulation 17(9) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirement), Regulations, 2015, in Board Meeting of every Quarter for the Financial Year 2017-18. There are no material risks, which in the opinion of the Management, affect the continuity and existence of the business.
25. Vigil Mechanism and Whistle Blower Policy:
The Company has put in place a Whistle Blower Policy to provide an open and transparent working environment and to promote responsible and secure Whistle Blowing System for Directors and Employees of the Company to raise concern. The Policy broadly cover instances of unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of the Companyâs code of conduct, alteration of documents, fraudulent financial reporting, misappropriation/misuse of Companyâs assets, manipulation of Companyâs data, pilferage of proprietary information, abuse of authority, etc. The Policy provides adequate safeguard against victimization of Director(s) / Employee(s) who raise the concern and have access to the Chairman of Audit Committee who is entrusted to oversee the Whistle Blower Mechanism. Further, no personnel have been denied access to the Audit Committee during the Financial Year under review.
The details of this Policy is explained in the Corporate Governance Report and also posted on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
26. Code of Conduct:
The Board of Directors has approved a Code of Conduct which is applicable to the Members of the Board and all Employees in the course of day to day business operations of the Company.
The Code lays down the standard procedure of business conduct which is expected to be followed by the Directors and the designated Employees in their business dealings and in particular on matters relating to integrity in the work place, in business practices and in dealing with Stakeholders.
27. Prevention of Insider Trading:
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading with a view to regulate trading in securities by the Directors and designated Employees of the Company. The Code requires pre-clearance for dealing in the Companyâs Shares and prohibits the purchase or sale of Company Shares by the Directors and the designated Employees while in possession of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information in relation to the Company and during the period when the trading window is closed. The Board is responsible for implementation of the Code.
All Directors and the designated Employees have confirmed compliance with the Code.
However, it was observed by Compliance Officer of the Company that during the year there has been violation of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 and Companiesâ Code of Conduct by Mr. Dinesh Babel, Independent Director of the Company. Immediately, same was informed to the Board Members in the Board Meeting held on 10th August, 2018 and accordingly the Board had constituted the Insider Trading Compliances Committee for investigating the said matter and to submit their report to the Board of Directors and SEBI.
28. Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment of Woman at the Workplace:
The Company has a zero tolerance policy towards Sexual Harassment of Woman at workplace. The Company has adopted a policy on Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment of Woman at Workplace in accordance with the Sexual Harassment of Woman at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and no complaints were received by the Company during the Year under review.
29. Investorsâ Relation and Grievances:
During the Year under review, the Company has not received any Complaint/Grievance from the Investors of the Company. The Company has a dedicated e-mail address [email protected] and [email protected] for communication with the Investors. Further, a section for Investors, with details of the Annual Reports, Financial Statements, Communications to Stock Exchanges and other necessary information is available on the website of the Company on www.asl.net.in. Further, the Company is registered on the website of SEBI Complaint Redressal System (SCORES).
30. Corporate Governance Report:
Your Company is committed to maintaining highest standards of Corporate Governance and adhering to the Corporate Governance requirements as set out by the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI). As required by SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015, a detailed Corporate Governance Report is given which forms a part of this Annual Report.
31. Management Discussion and Analysis Report:
In accordance with the Listing Regulations, the Management Discussion and Analysis Report is attached and forms part of this Annual Report.
32. Particulars of Employees:
There are no Employees drawing Remuneration of Rs.8,50,000 (Rupees Eight Lakhs Fifty Thousand) per month or Rs.1,02,00,000/- (Rupees One Crore Two Lakhs) and above per annum during the Year under review.
Details pertaining to Remuneration as required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are given in Annexure III of this Report.
33. Extract of the Annual Return:
The details forming part of the extract of the Annual Return in form MGT -9 is annexed as Annexure IV and forms part of this Report.
34. Corporate Social Responsibility:
The brief outline of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy of the Company and the initiatives undertaken by the Company on CSR activities during the Financial Year 2017-18 are set out in Annexure V of this report in the format prescribed in the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014.
CSR Policy is available on the website of the Company at www.asl.net.in.
35. Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange:
The information required to be furnished pursuant to Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8(3) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is enclosed as Annexure VI and forms part of this Report.
36. Other Disclosures:
(i) There are no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals impacting the going concern status and companyâs operations in future, during the Financial Year 2017-18.
(ii) There are no material changes and commitments, if any, affecting the financial position of the company which have occurred between the end of the Financial Year 2017-18 and the date of this report.
(iii) There are no details in respect of frauds reported by auditors under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
(iv) The Managing Director has not received any Remuneration or Commission from any Subsidiaries.
(v) The Company has complied with the Secretarial Standards I and II as issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries, India.
(vi) The Company was not required to maintain cost records under Section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Acknowledgement:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the Year under review.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Arihant Superstructures Limited
Ashok Chhajer
Place: Navi Mumbai Chairman & Managing Director
Date: August 10, 2018 DIN: 01965094
Mar 31, 2015
To the Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 32nd Annual Report of
the Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March 2015.
Financial Highlights
The financial performance of your Company, for the year ended 31st
March, 2015 is summarized below:
(Rs. in Lacs)
Year ended
31st March, 2015 Year ended
31st March, 2014
Consolidated
Standalone Consolidated Standalone
Sales and
Other Income 10976.17 6489.66 10100.62 5634.26
Profit before
interest,
depreciation & tax 2655.70 1903.96 2071.37 1190.34
Interest 641.13 418.03 1339.23 734.89
Depreciation 111.02 53.27 55.28 35.14
Profit/ (Loss)
before Tax 1903.54 1432.66 676.87 420.31
Provision for Tax 767.35 460.89 404.91 140.77
Profit/ (Loss)
after Tax 1136.19 971.77 271.95 279.54
Profit/(Loss)
for the year 1136.19 971.77 271.95 279.54
Add: Balance
of Profit
and Loss Account 670.35 1933.90 659.89 1774.88
Share of Minority
& Associates 123.01 0 140.98 0
Profit available
for Appropriation 1683.52 2905.67 790.86 1774.88
Less:
Appropriation
Proposed Equity
Dividend 123.48 123.48 102.90 102.90
Tax on Proposed
Equity Dividend 24.68 24.68 16.70 16.70
Less/Add:
Earlier year
provisions 4.60 0 0.92 0.92
Balance of profit carried to Balance Sheet 1530.75 2757.51 670.35
1933.90 During the year under review, your Company's total income has
been registered at Rs. 6489.66 lacs in comparison ofRs. 5634.26
lacs of the previous financial year. The profit after tax (PAT) has
been registered at Rs. 971.77 lacs in comparison of Rs. 279.54 lacs
of the previous financial year. The Company has transferred an amount
of Rs. 971.77 Lacs to Reserves, during the year under review.
DIVIDEND & SHARE CAPITAL
Your Directors have pleasure in recommending for approval of the
members at the Annual General Meeting a dividend of 3 % (previous year
2.5%) on the equity shares of the Company as the Final Dividend for the
Financial Year 2014-15. The Dividend of 3 %, if approved at the forth
coming Annual General Meeting, will result in the out flow of Rs. 123.48
lacs to the company in addition to Rs. 24.68 lacs by way of dividend
distribution tax. Dividend shall be payable to all the shareholders of
the company as on the record date of 19th September, 2015.
ABRIDGED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In accordance with the listing agreement with Stock Exchanges and
Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 10 of the
Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 of the said Act, the Abridged Annual
Report containing salient features of the Financial Statements,
including Consolidated Financial Statements, for the financial year
2014-15, along with the Directors' Report (including Management
Discussion & Analysis and Corporate Governance Report) is being sent to
all shareholders who have not registered their email address(es) for
the purpose of receiving documents/ communication from the Company in
electronic mode.
Full version of the Annual Report 2014-15 containing complete Balance
Sheet, Statement of Profit & Loss, other statements and notes thereto,
including Consolidated Financial Statements, prepared as per the
requirements of Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013, Directors'
Report (including Management Discussion and Analysis, Corporate
Governance Report and Business Responsibility Report) are being sent
via email to all shareholders who have provided their email
address(es). Full
version of Annual Report 2014-15 is also available for inspection at
the registered office of the Company during working hours upto the date
of ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM). It is also available at the
CompanyRs.s website at www. asl.net.in.
OPERATIONS REVIEW
PROJECT "ARIHANT AMODINI"
This is a residential project located at Taloja (Navi Mumbai). Amodini
consists of approximately 126 flats, having approximately 1.36 lacs sq.
ft. developable / saleable area. Arihant Amodini consists a stilt 22
Storied Tower comprising elegant 2BHK. The land has been conveyed in
the name of Arihant Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite
Agreement. 100% construction activities are completed. The project has
internal & external amenities such as intercom facility, UPVC sound
resistance French windows, velvet touch paint with POP in all rooms,
children play area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden, power
backups for lifts, indoor game room & library.
PROJECT " ARIHANT ARHAM"
The residential project is located on the picturesque Panvel- Matheran
Road, Koproli, Panvel. The project consists of 32 building having 501
flats approx. The project is completed. Arihant Arham is a stilt 4
storey tower comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK with recreational
facilities on the riverside park. The project has internal & external
amenities such as intercom facility, granite top kitchen platform,
elegant entrance lobby, landscapes garden with water fountains,
swimming pool, gymnasium with club house, children play area,
amphitheatre with party lawn, Jogging Track, ample car parking, Temple.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AAROHI"
This is a residential project located at Kalyan Shil Road, Navi Mumbai.
Arihant Aarohi consists of approximately 194 flats, having
approximately 2.5 acres land area. Arihant Aarohi consists a stilt 17
storeyed tower comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK. Construction is in full
swing. The project has internal & external amenities such as 2x2
vertified tilling in all rooms, UPVC sound resistant french windows,
granite top kitchen platform, swimming pool, library, children play
area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden, indoor game room, power
backups for lifts.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ADITA"
The residential project is situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur
(Rajasthan) and is just 1 km from the National Highway. This is first
of its type high rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project will
provide the people of Jodhpur all state of the art facilities and
amenities, forming part of the similar projects in Mumbai and other
Metro cities only, which is till now only a dream to the people of
Jodhpur. The project has amenities such as Swimming Pool, Badminton
Court, Basket Ball Court, Kids Play Room, Amphitheatre, Garden Lawn,
Steam Room, Gymnasium, etc. to name a few.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AYATI"
The residential project named as "Arihant Ayati" is situated at
Devnagar, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). This Project is stilt 16 storied
Towers consisting 3 BHK Super Luxurious Flats having the Internal and
External Amenities like 3-Burner gas hob & Chimney in kitchen, UPVC
Sliding windows with Tinted glass, High speed lifts, swimming pool,High
Health Club with Gymnasium & steam room, Green concept at To p Terrace
for cool temperature and External Texture with pure Acrylic Paint etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AGRIMA"
The Company has got an Affordable Housing Project at Jodhpur named
"Arihant Agrima". This project is on a Public Private Partnership with
the "Jodhpur Development Authority (JDA)" Jodhpur, Rajasthan, won
through Tender process.
PROJECTS UNDER SUBSIDIARIES:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AKANKSHA"
This is a residential project located at Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The
project consists of 8 Buildings having 2018 flats approx. Arihant
Akanksha a stilt podium 32 Storeyed towers comprising elegant
Studio, 2BHK, 3BHK & 4BHK apartments. The project having internal &
external amenities such as Laxmi Mataji Temple, Intercom facility,
Velvet touch paint with POP in all rooms, elegant entrance lobby, 4
high speed lifts in each building, business lounge, landscapes garden,
swimming pool with Kids pool, gymnasium with club house, children play
area, amphitheatre with party lawn, Jogging Track, Meditation Center,
ample car parking, basket ball court, external camera for security
checks.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ARSHIYA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Arshiya" is situated at
Khalapur, Khopoli. This project consists of 1605 flats approx having 20
acres land area. The construction of project is in full swing. Arihant
Arshiya is a part stilt 8 storeyed towers comprising elegant 1RK,
1BHK, 2BHK flats. The project is having internal & external amenities
such as swimming pool, library, children play area, health club-
gymnasium & steam room, landscape garden, indoor game room, Temple,
complex owned shuttle bus service.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ANMOL"
This is a residential project located at Jouveli Badlapur (E). Anmol
project consist of 665 flats having 7 acres land area. The land has
been conveyed in the name of Arihant Vatika Realty Pvt. Ltd. The
construction is in full swing. The project has granite top kitchen
platform swimming pool, library, children play area, health club-
gymnasium & steam room, landscape garden, indoor game room, S. S.
elevator, indoor game room & party hall.
PROJECT " ARIHANT AMISHA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Amisha" situated at Wawanje
Taloja, Panvel. This project consists of 456 flats having 7 acres land
area. The construction of the project is started in full swing. The
project has various amenities such as Temple, Swimming Pool, Health
Club with Gymnasium & Steam Room, Community hall, cum social activity
center & library, swimming pool, beautiful landscaped garden etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ALOKI"
This residential project named as "Arihant Aloki" situated at Bhisegaon
Karjat (E). This project consists of 408 flats having 6 acres land
area. The project is just launched. Arihant Aloki is a stilt 8
storeyed, 8 towers comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK, 3 BHK flats. The
project has internal & external amenities such as 2x2 virtified
flooring in all rooms, Granite top kitchen platform, luster paint,
Aluminum powder coated sliding windows,Children play area, Community
hall, health club- gymnasium & steam room, landscape garden, indoor
game room.
FIXED DEPOSIT
Your Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of
Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of
Deposits) Rules, 2014.
SUBSIDIARIES
All the subsidiary companies are non-material, non-listed subsidiary
companies as defined under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements entered
into with the stock exchanges. A statement pursuant to Section 129 (3)
of the Companies Act, 2013 relating to the subsidiary companies is
attached to the accounts. Other details pertaining to subsidiaries,
joint ventures and associate companies, as required under the Act is
attached to this Report and forms part of the Annual Report.
Arihant Technoinfra Private Limited ceased to be the subsidiary of the
Company w.e.f. 17th February, 2015 pursuant to the disinvestment of 12%
of the stake of the Company in Arihant Technoinfra Private Limited.
The Company has made an application with the Hon'ble High Court, Mumbai
for amalgamation of Adeshwar Realty Private Limited (wholly owned
subsidiary) with Arihant Superstructures Limited. The appointed date
for the same has been fixed as 1st April, 2014. The company has already
obtained the In-principal approval for the same from BSE and SEBI vide
Letter No. DCS/AMAL/LP/24(f)/252/2015-16 dated 29th May, 2015. The
details of the proposed amalgamation scheme, as filed with the Hon'ble
High Court are available on the website of the company.
LISTING
The Equity Shares of the Company are listed at the Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE). The Company has paid the applicable listing
fees to the above stock exchange up to date. The Company's Equity
Shares are also traded in the dematerialised segment for all investors
and the Company has entered into agreements with the Central Depository
Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository
Limited (NSDL) for custodial services.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. During the year Mrs. Kamini Shroff (DIN:
07141404) was appointed as the Independent Director of the Company
w.e.f. 30th March, 2015. The Board proposes the ratification of her
appointment in the AGM of the Company. The Company has received the
necessary notice U/s 160 of the Companies Act, 2013 along with the
deposit proposing the appointment of Ms. Kamini Shroff as a Director on
the Board of Directors of the Company.
The current composition of the Board of Directors of the Company are as
follows:
Name of the Director DIN Designation
Ashok Chhajer 01965094 Managing Director
Dinkar Samant 00023459 Whole-time Director
Nimish Shah 03036904 Whole-time Director
Virendra Kumar Mital 00376830 Independent Director
Vinayak V Nalavde 02047436 Independent Director
Dineshchandra Babel 03042254 Independent Director
Kamini Shroff 07141404 Independent Director
Details of the Key
Managerial Personnel of the Company
Name Designation
Puja Agrawal Company Secretary
Aman Verma Chief Financial Officer
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent
Directors of the Company confirming that they meet the criteria of
independence as prescribed both under the Act and Clause 49 of the
Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges.
In accordance with the provisions of the Act Mr. Dinkar Samant,
Director of the Company, retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual
General Meeting and being eligible have offered himself for
re-appointment.
The Board recommends the re-appointment and appointment of all the
above Directors.
BOARD EVALUATION
The performance of the Board of Directors, Committees of the Board and
Individual Directors is evaluated on certain prescribed and
pre-determined criteria and parameters as recommended by the Nomination
and Remuneration Committee of the Board of Directors. Such evaluation
is pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the
Corporate Governance Requirements prescribed under the Clause 49 of the
Listing Agreement entered into by the Company with BSE and prescribed
by SEBI.
The evaluation was undertaken based on the feedback provided by the
Board members on the various parameters such as preparedness on the
agendas discussed in the Meetings, contribution, participation and
inputs in meetings, etc. In addition, the Chairman and Managing
Director was also evaluated on the key aspects of his role.
Further, the Independent Directors, in their separate meeting also
evaluated the non-Independent Directors performance and the performance
of the Board was also discussed. The Board in its subsequent meeting
also discussed the same along.
MEETINGS
A calendar of Meetings is prepared and circulated in advance to the
Directors.
During the year six Board Meetings and five Audit Committee Meetings
were convened and held. The details of the Board Meetings and the
Director's attendance are given in the Corporate Governance Report. The
intervening gap between the Meetings was within the period prescribed
under the Companies Act, 2013. Further, there has been a separate
Meeting of the Independent Directors during the financial year
2014-2015.
DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT & REMUNERATION POLICY
The Board has on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration
Committee framed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors,
Senior Management and their remuneration. The Remuneration Policy is
stated in the Corporate Governance Report and also available on the
website of the company.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
All related party transactions that were entered into during the
financial year were on arm's length basis and were in the ordinary
course of the business. The details of related party transactions are
mentioned in the notes to accounts of the Standalone Financial
Statements, forming part of the Annual Report. The details of Form
AOC-2 as required under the Act is also attached as an Annexure 1 to
this Report.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The details pertaining to composition of audit committee are included
in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this report.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board of Directors has approved a Code of Conduct which is
applicable to the Members of the Board and all employees in the course
of day to day business operations of the company.
The Code lays down the standard procedure of business conduct which is
expected to be followed by the Directors and the designated employees
in their business dealings and in particular on matters relating to
integrity in the work place, in business practices and in dealing with
stakeholders.
All the Board Members and the Senior Management personnel have
confirmed compliance with the Code.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company as applicable to
the Board of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel is stated in the
Corporate Governance Report.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Company has in place adequate internal financial controls with
reference to financial statements. During the year, such controls were
tested and no reportable material weakness in the design or operation
were observed.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Particulars of loans given, investments made, guarantees given and
securities provided along with the purpose for which the loan or
guarantee or security is proposed to be utilized by the recipient are
provided in the Standalone Financial Statements, forming part of the
Annual Report.
PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider
Trading with a view to regulate trading in securities by the Directors
and designated employees of the Company. The Code requires
pre-clearance for dealing in the Company's shares and prohibits the
purchase or sale of Company shares by the Directors and the designated
employees while in possession of unpublished price sensitive
information in relation to the Company and during the period when the
Trading Window is closed. The Board is responsible for implementation
of the Code.
All Board Directors and the designated employees have confirmed
compliance with the Code.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
In terms of Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the directors
would like to state that:
(a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
accounting standards had been followed and that no material departures
have been made from the same;
(b) the directors had selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and
loss of the company for that period;
(c) the directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) the directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis;
(e) the directors, had laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are
adequate and were operating effectively; and
(f) the directors, have devised proper system to ensure compliance with
the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were
adequate and operating effectively.
MANAGERIAL REMUNERATION
There are no employees drawing remuneration of Rs. 5,00,000 per month or
Rs. 60,00,000/- and above per annum during the year under review. The
details of the remuneration drawn by the Whole-time Executive Directors
and Managing Directors and Independent Directors are stated in the
Corporate Governance Report of the Company. Other details pertaining to
disclosure
requirements under Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 forms part of this
report as Annexure 2.
AUDITORS
M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co. Chartered Accountants, were in the 31st
Annual General Meeting (AGM) appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the
Company for a period of five years i.e. till the conclusion of the AGM
to be held in the year 2018, subject to ratification of the members in
every AGM. The Board recommends the ratification of the appointment of
the Statutory Auditors in this AGM.
AUDITORS REPORT
The observation made in the Auditors' Report read together with
relevant notes thereon are self explanatory and hence, do not call for
any further comments under Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013.
COST AUDITORS
Pursuant to the direction from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for
appointment of Cost Auditors, your Board had appointed Mr. Vinod
Subramanium as the Cost Auditor of your Company for the financial year
2014-15 to conduct the audit of the cost records of the Company.
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the
Company has appointed Mr. D. A. Kamat, Practicing Company Secretary, ,
to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the year under
review. There are no comments/observations in the Secretarial Audit
Report requiring any reply from Directors. The Secretarial Audit Report
is annexed as Annexure 3.
EXTRACT OF THE ANNUAL RETURN
The details forming part of the extract of the Annual Return in form
MGT 9 is annexed as Annexure 4.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Pursuant to section 134 (3)(n) of the Companies Act, 2013 & Clause 49
of the listing agreement, the company has constituted a risk management
committee. The details of the committee and its terms of reference are
set out in the corporate governance report forming part of the Boards
report.
At present the company has not identified any element of risk which may
threaten the existence of the company.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
The management continuously reviews the internal control systems and
procedures for the efficient conduct of the Company's business. The
Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the
transactions, financial reporting and ensures that all its assets are
safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the
Company conducts the audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee
actively reviews internal audit reports and effectiveness of internal
control systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Company's
assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost
structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate financial
and accounting controls and implement accounting standards. During the
year under review, the Company has appointed MPK Associates, Chartered
Accountants as Internal Auditors.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
A detailed report on the corporate governance system and practices of
the Company forming part of this report is given as a separate section
of the Annual Report.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE CERTIFICATE
The Compliance Certificate from Mr. D. A. Kamat, Practicing Company
Secretary regarding compliance of conditions of corporate governance as
stipulated in Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms the part of the
Annual Report.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
A Management Discussion and Analysis on the business and operations of
the Company forming part of this report is given as a separate section
of the Annual Report.
INVESTORS' RELATION AND GRIEVANCES
During the year under review, the company has received not received any
complaint/grievance from the investors of the Company. The Company has
a dedicated e-mail address [email protected] for communication with
the Investors.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, issued
by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, which forms part of
the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION
The information required to be furnished pursuant to Section 134(3)(m)
of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 of Companies (Accounts)
Rules, 2014 is enclosed as Annexure 5 and forms part of this report.
PERSONNEL
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Highly qualified and experienced personnel from
the field of engineering, finance, administration and sales assist the
top level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the year under review.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Arihant Superstructures Limited
Ashok Chhajer
Chairman & Managing Director
DIN: 01965094
Place: Navi Mumbai
Date: 1st August, 2015
Mar 31, 2014
Dear Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 31st Annual Report of
the Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March 2014.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
(Rs. in Lacs)
FINANCIAL RESULTS 2013 - 2014 2012-2013
(Consolidated) (Standalone)
Sales and Other Income 10052.24 5634.26
Profit before interest,
depreciation & tax 2015.05 1190.34
Interest 1380.18 734.89
Depreciation 55.28 35.14
Profit/ (Loss) before Tax 579.59 420.31
Provision for Tax 404.93 140.77
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax 168.61 279.54
Profit/(Loss) for the year 168.61 279.54
Add: Balance of Profit and Loss Account 576.67 1774.88
Share of Minority 141.02 0
Profit available for Appropriation 576.67 1774.88
Less: Appropriation
Proposed Equity Dividend 102.9 102.9
Tax on Proposed Equity Dividend 16.70 16.70
Less/Add: Earlier year provisions 0 0
Balance of profit carried to Balance Sheet 598.09 1655.28
(Rs. in Lacs)
FINANCIAL RESULTS
(Consolidated) (Standalone)
Sales and Other Income 7163.20 7844.14
Profit before interest,
depreciation & tax 924.16 1601.49
Interest 937.70 842.77
Depreciation 37.39 33.26
Profit/ (Loss) before Tax -50.93 725.47
Provision for Tax 237.40 234.62
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax -288.33 490.85
Profit/(Loss) for the year -287.83 490.85
Add: Balance of Profit and Loss Account 966.64 1379.71
Share of Minority -0.51 0
Profit available for Appropriation 678.81 1870.56
Less: Appropriation
Proposed Equity Dividend 82.32 82.32
Tax on Proposed Equity Dividend 13.35 13.35
Less/Add: Earlier year provisions 0 0
Balance of profit carried to Balance Sheet 583.14 1774.88
During the year under review, your Company''s total income has been
registered at Rs. 5634.26 lacs in comparison of Rs. 7844.14 lacs of the
previous financial year. The profit after tax (PAT) has been registered
at Rs. 279.54 lacs in comparison of Rs. 490.85 lacs of the previous
financial year.
RESERVES AND DIVIDEND:
The Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.25 per
Equity Share for the financial year ending on 31st March 2014. The
Board has transferred an amount of Rs. 102.90 Lacs to the General
Reserves Account, out of the amount available for appropriation.
OPERATIONS REVIEW:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AMODINI"
This is a residential project located at Taloja (Navi Mumbai). Amodini
consists of approximately 126 flats, having approximately 1 acre sq.
ft. developable / saleable area. Arihant Amodini consists a stilt 22
Storied Tower comprising elegant 2BHK. The land has been conveyed in
the name of Arihant Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite
Agreement. 97% construction activities are completed. The project has
internal & external amenities such as intercom facility, UPVC sound
resistance French windows, velvet touch paint with POP in all rooms,
health club, gymnasium, Roof Top Garden, power backups for lifts,
indoor game room & library.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AAROHI"
This is a residential project located at KalyanShil Road, Navi Mumbai.
Arihant Aarohi consists of approximately 172 flats, having
approximately 2 acres land area. Arihant Aarohi consists a stilt 15
storeyed tower comprising elegant IBHK & 2BHK. Construction is in full
swing. The project has internal & external amenities such as Intercom
facility, UPVC sound resistant french windows, granite top kitchen
platform, swimming pool, library, children play area, health club,
gymnasium, party lawn with garden, indoor game room, power backups for
lifts.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ADITA"
The residential project is situated at Pal Gangana Road, Jodhpur
(Rajasthan) and is just 1 km from the National Highway 65. This is
first of its type high rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project
will provide the people of Jodhpur all state of the art facilities and
amenities, forming part of the similar projects in Mumbai and other
Metro cities only, which is till now only a dream to the people of
Jodhpur. The project has amenities such as Swimming Pool, Indoor
Badminton Court, Gazebo, Kids Crech, Mini Movie Theater, Banquet Hall,
Library, Rain dance floor, Amphitheatre, Garden Lawn, Steam Room,
Gymnasium, Super Market , etc. to name a few
PROJECT "ARIHANT AYATI"
The residential project named as "Arihant Ayati" is situated at heart
of the city Devnagar, Pal Link Road, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). This Project
is stilt 17 storied Towers consisting 3 BHK & 4 BHK Super Luxurious
Flats having the External Amenities like swimming pool at roof top,
Health Club with Gymnasium, stem Sauna, Jaccuzi, Foot Therapy, Spa
table, Party Area, 5 star category Designer Entrance Lobby and spacious
designer lobby at every floor, Drivers Lounge, 3 Level Parking etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AGRIMA"
The Company has got an Affordable Housing Project at Jodhpur named
"Arihant Agrima". This project is on a Public Private Partnership with
the "Jodhpur Development Authority (JDA)" Jodhpur, Rajasthan, won
through Tender process.
PROJECTS UNDER SUBSIDIARIES:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AKANKSHA"
This is a residential project located at Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The
project consists of 8 Buildings having 2200 flats approx. Arihant
Akanksha a stilt podium 32 storey tower comprising elegant studio,
2BHK & 3BHK & 4BHK apartments. The project having internal & external
amenities such as video door security with camera, Velvet touch paint
with POP in all rooms granite top kitchen platform, elegant entrance
lobby, 4 high speed lifts in each building, business lounge, landscapes
garden, swimming pool, gymnasium with club house, children play area,
amphitheatre with party lawn, Jogging Track, Meditation Center, ample
car parking, basket ball court, library, temple.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ARSHIYA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Arshiya" is situated at
Khalapur, Khopoli. This project consists of 1600 flats approx having 20
acres land area. The construction of project is in full swing. Arihant
Arshiya is a ground 3 storey tower comprising elegant IRK, IBHK, 2BHK
flats. The project is having internal & external amenities such as
swimming pool, library, children play area, health club, gymnasium,
landscape garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts, Ganesh
temple, complex owned shuttle bus service.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ANMOL"
This is a residential project located at Jouveli Badlapur (E). Anmol
project consist of 650 flats having 7 acres land area. The land has
been conveyed in the name of Arihant Vatika Realty Pvt Ltd. The
construction is in full swing. The project has internal & external
amenities such as intercom facility, granite top kitchen platform
swimming pool, children game room, health club, gymnasium, landscape
garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
PROJECT " ARIHANT AMISHA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Amisha" situated at Wawanje
Taloja, Panvel. This project consists of 700 flats having 8 acres land
area. The construction of the project is started in full swing. The
project has various amenities such as intercom facility, Ganesh Temple,
Swimming Pool, Health Club with Gymnasium & Steam Room, Community hall,
library, external camera for security check, beautiful landscaped
garden etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ALOKI"
This residential project named as "Arihant Aloki" situated at Bhisegaon
Karjat (W). This project consists of 450 flats having 5 acres land
area. The project is just launched. Arihant Aloki is a stilt I0
storey tower comprising elegant IBHK, 2BHK & 3BHK flats. The project
has internal & external amenities such as intercom facility, granite
top kitchen platform, burner gas hob & chimney, swimming pool, Ganesh
temple, children play area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden,
indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
SUBSIDIARIES:
Details of the subsidiaries and their business operations during the
year under review are covered in the Management''s Discussion and
Analysis Report.
All the subsidiary companies are non-material, non-listed subsidiary
companies as defined under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements entered
into with the stock exchanges. A statement pursuant to Section 129 (3)
of the Companies Act, 2013 relating to the subsidiary companies is
attached to the accounts. There has been no material change in the
nature of the business of the subsidiaries.
In accordance with the General Circular No. 2/2011 dated 08th February,
2011 under Section 212(8) of the Companies Act, 1956 issued by the
Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, the Balance Sheet,
Statement of Profit and Loss account and other documents of the
subsidiary are not being attached with the Balance Sheet of the
Company. However, the financial information has been annexed and
disclosed in the Annual Report in compliance with the said circular.
The Company will make available the Annual Accounts of the subsidiary
companies and the related details information to any member of the
company who is interested in obtaining the same. The annual accounts of
the subsidiary companies will be kept open for inspection at the
Registered Office of the company and that of the respective subsidiary
companies. The consolidated financial statement presented by the
company includes the financial results of the subsidiary companies.
The Statement pursuant to section 212 of the Companies Act, 1956
containing details of the Company''s subsidiaries is attached.
LISTING:
The Equity Shares of the Company are listed at the Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE). The Company has paid the applicable listing
fees to the above stock exchange up to date. The Company''s Equity
Shares are also traded in the dematerialised segment for all investors
and the Company has entered into agreements with the Central Depository
Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository
Limited (NSDL) for custodial services.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT:
In conformity with the provisions of Clause 32 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges, the cash flow statement for the year ended
31st March, 2014 is annexed hereto.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. During the year under review, there has
been no change in the composition of the Board of Directors from the
previous Annual General Meeting, till the current one.
The current composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
Sr. No Name of the Director Designation on the Board
1 Mr. Ashok B. Chhajer Chairman and Managing Director
2 Mr. Nimish Shah Whole-time Director
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant Whole-time Executive Director
4 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital Non Executive Independent Director
5 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel Non Executive Independent Director
6 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde Non Executive Independent Director
The Company had, pursuant to the provisions of the Clause 49 of the
Listing Agreement entered into with Stock Exchange, appointed Mr.
Dinesh Babel, Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital and Mr. VinayakNalavde as the
Independent Directors of the Company. As per the section 149(4) of the
Companies Act, 2013, (Act), which came into effect from 01st April,
2014 , every listed public company is required to have atleast l/3rd of
the total number of the directors as Independent Directors. In
accordance with the provisions of Section 149 of the Act, these
Directors are being appointed as Independent Directors to hold office
as per their tenure of the appointment mentioned in the Notice of the
forthcoming Annual General Meeting of the Company.
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent
Directors of the Company confirming that they meet with the criteria of
independence as prescribed both under sub-section (6) of Section 149 of
the Companies Act, 2013 and under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges.
Mr. Dinkar Samant and Mr. Nimish Shah are Whole-time Executive
Directors of the Company, who have contributed immensely in the
expansion and continual growth of the business of the Company. The
Board, on the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration
Committee, proposes to increase their remuneration for the Financial
Year 2014-15. The details pertaining to these Directors are stated in
the Notice and the Explanatory Statement to the Notice. All additional
disclosures required under Schedule V to the Act have been made in the
Corporate Governance Report.
On account of the requirement of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013
and the Articles of Association, Mr. Nimish Shah is liable to retire by
rotation at the ensuing Annual General meeting and being eligible,
offer himself for reappointment.
The Board recommends the re-appointment and appointment of all the
above Directors.
COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
In pursuance of the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the Company is
required to have certain mandatory committees. In addition to those,
the Company has certain non-mandatory Committee of the Board of
Directors. The details of the Committee of Directors as on 31st March,
2014 are as follows:
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Audit Committee 1 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel (Chairman)
2 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
3 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
4 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Nomination & Remuneration
Committee 1 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde (Chairman)
2 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
Stakeholders Grievance
Committee 1 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (Chairman)
(Stakeholder Relationship
Committee) 2 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
Executive Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory Committee)
2 Mr. Nimish Shah
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Share Transfer Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
2 Mr. Nimish shah
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Business Planning &
Development Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory Committee)
2 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
3 Mr. Dinesh Babel
The Company Secretary is the Secretary for all mandatory Committees.
DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 2I7 (2AA) of the Companies Act,
I956, with respect to Directors'' Responsibility Statement, it is hereby
confirmed:
(i) that in preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended 3Ist March, 20I4, the appropriate accounting standards have been
followed;
(ii) that Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit of
the Company for the year under review;
(iii) that the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the financial
year ended 31st March, 2014 on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS :
M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co. Chartered Accountants, who are the
statutory auditors of the company hold office till the conclusion of
the forthcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) and are eligible for
re-appointment . Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the
Companies Act, 2013, and the Rules framed thereunder, it is proposed to
appointed M/s Kailash Chand Jain & co, Chartered Accountants as
Statutory Auditors of the Company from the conclusion of the
forthcoming AGM till conclusion of the AGM to be held in the year 2018,
subject to ratification of their appointment at every AGM.
AUDITORS REPORT:
The Notes to Accounts referred to in the Auditor''s report are
self-explanatory and do not require any further comments.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
The management continuously reviews the internal control systems and
procedures for the efficient conduct of the Company''s business. The
Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the
transactions, financial reporting and ensures that all its assets are
safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the
Company conducts the audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee
actively reviews internal audit reports and effectiveness of internal
control systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Company''s
assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost
structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate financial
and accounting controls and implement accounting standards
COST AUDITOR:
As per the Order of the Central Government and in pursuance of section
148 of the Companies Act, 2013, your Company carries out an audit of
its cost records. The Board proposes to appoint Mr. VinodSubramanium ,
Cost Accountant as the Cost Auditors of the Company for the upcoming
Financial Year, subject to the Central Government Approval, as
required. As per the section, the remuneration of the Cost Auditor is
required to be approved by the Shareholders, and hence the resolution
for the same is being proposed in the 31st AGM.
FIXED DEPOSIT:
The Company has not invited or accepted any fixed deposits during the
year under review pursuant to section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956
and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 1975.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company adheres to sound Corporate Governance practices, which
enables to maintain transparency and serve the long-term interest of
the Shareholders. The Management Discussion and Analysis Report as well
as report on Corporate Governance as of 31st March 2014 are attached
hereto as a part of this Annual Report.
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. The Directors adhere to the requirements set out by the
Securities and Exchange Board of India''s Corporate Governance practices
and have implemented all the stipulations prescribed. The Company has
implemented several best Corporate Governance practices as prevalent in
the country. The Report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under
Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms part of this Report.
The requisite Certificate from M/s. D. A. Kamat & Co., Practising
Company Secretaries, confirming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid Clause 49, is
attached to this Annual Report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
In the year 20I3-I4, we have continued the CSR philosophy that
Children''s are the future of the society and they need to be nurtured
with education. Thus our major CSR activity focuses on the "Child
Education" and we have extended our CSR activities from school to
college.
Youth of today needs to have overall 360 degree development to face
today''s competitive world. Along with Technical Education one needs to
sharpen on the soft skills and personality development for the
challenges of corporate world. We supported Jai Narain Vyas University,
Jodhpur for the construction of the Dias & Amphi theatre for Community
Ground and this would go in long run for the students who conduct
various co- curricular activities for their development & the College
Cultural Committee for various cultural programs & events.
We also contributed towards the CM Relief fund, Rajasthan by donating
equivalent amount of the money collected from the auction of drawing
and paintings by kids held at a function "The Expressions" at Arihant
Adita, Jodhpur.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the financial year 20I3-20I4, no employee of the Company has
been paid remuneration in excess of prescribed limit under Section
2I7(2A) of the Companies Act, I956 read with the Companies (Particulars
of Employees) Rules, I975.
INVESTORS'' RELATION AND GRIEVANCES
Investors'' relations have been cordial during the year. As a part of
compliance, the Company has formed Shareholders'' and Investors''
Grievance Committee to deal with the issues relating to investors.
During the year under review, the company has received one (I)
complaint/grievance which was resolved by the company. Thus, there were
no investors'' grievances pending as on 3Ist March, 20I4. A confirmation
to this effect has been received from the Company''s Registrar and Share
Transfer Agent. The Company has a dedicated e-mail address
[email protected] for communication with the Investors.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, issued
by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, which forms part of
the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
The particulars as prescribed under Section 2I7(I) (e) read with Rule 2
of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, I988, are set out in the Annexure ''A'' forming part of
this report.
PERSONNEL:
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Highly qualified and experienced personnel from
the field of engineering, finance and administration & sales assist the
top level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the year under review.
By Order of The Board,
Arihant Superstructures Limited
Sd/-
Place : Navi Mumbai Ashok B. Chhajer
Date : 05/08/2014 Chairman & Managing Director
Mar 31, 2013
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 30th Annual Report of the
Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March 2013.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
(Rs. in Lacs)
FINANCIAL RESULTS 2012-2013 2011-2012
(Consolidated) (standalone) (Consolidated) (standalone)
Sales and
Other Income 7163.19 7844.14 6891.13 6883.46
Profit before
interest,
depreciation
& tax 924.16 1601.49 1700.13 1695.39
Interest 937.70 842.77 484.13 484.17
Depreciation 37.39 33.26 29.18 28.01
Profit/ (Loss)
before Tax (50.93) 725.47 1186.78 1183.21
Provision
for Tax 237.40 234.62 383.12 382.78
Profit/ (Loss)
after Tax (288.33) 490.85 803.66 800.43
Profit/(Loss)
for the year (287.83) 490.85 803.66 800.43
Add: Balance of
Profit and
Loss Account 966.64 1379.71 677.51 676.91
Share of
Minority 0.51 - 1.27 -
Profit available
for Appropriation 678.81 1870.56 1479.90 1477.33
Less :
Appropriation
Proposed Equity
Dividend 82.32 82.32 82.31 82.32
Tax on Proposed
Equity Dividend 13.35 13.35 13.35 13.35
Less/Add: Earlier
year provisions - - 1.95 1.95
Balance of profit
carried to
Balance Sheet 583.14 1774.88 1382.27 1379.71
During the year under review, your Company''s total income has been
registered at Rs. 7884.14 lacs in comparison of Rs. 6883.46 lacs of
the previous financial year. The profit after tax (PAT) has been
registered at Rs. 490.85 lacs in comparison of Rs.800.43 lacs of the
previous financial year.
RESERVES AND DIVIDEND:
The Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.20 per
Equity Share for the financial year ending on 31st March 2013. The
Board has transferred an amount of Rs. 82.32 Lacs to the General
Reserves Account, out of the amount available for appropriation.
OPERATIONS REVIEW:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AMODINI"
This is a residential project located at Taloja (Navi Mumbai). Amodini
consists of approximately 126 flats, having approximately 1.36 lacs sq.
ft. developable / saleable area. Arihant Amodini consists a stilt 22
Storied Tower comprising elegant 2BHK. The land has been conveyed in
the name of Arihant Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite
Agreement. 90% construction activities are completed. The project has
internal & external amenities such as intercom facility, UPVC sound
resistance French windows, velvet touch paint with POP in all rooms,
children play area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden, power
backups for lifts, indoor game room & library.
PROJECT " ARIHANT ARHAM"
The residential project is located on the picturesque Panvel- Matheran
Road, Koproli, Panvel. The project consists of 32 building having 501
flats approx. The project is completed. Arihant Arham is a stilt 4
storey tower comprising elegant IBHK & 2BHK with recreational
facilities on the riverside park. The project has internal & external
amenities such as intercom facility, granite top kitchen platform,
elegant entrance lobby, landscapes garden with water fountains,
swimming pool, gymnasium with club house, children play area,
amphitheatre with party lawn, Jogging Track, Meditation Center, ample
car parking, basket ball court, external camera for security checks,
temple.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AAROHI"
This is a residential project located at Kalyan Shil Road, Navi Mumbai.
Arihant Aarohi consists of approximately 180 flats, having
approximately 3.5 acres land area. Arihant Aarohi consists a stilt 15
storeyed tower comprising elegant 1BHK & 2BHK. Construction is in full
swing. The project has internal & external amenities such as Intercom
facility, UPVC sound resistant french windows, granite top kitchen
platform, swimming pool, library, children play area, health club,
gymnasium, landscape garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ADITA"
The residential project is situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur
(Rajasthan) and is just 1 km from the National Highway. This is first
of its type high rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project will
provide the people of Jodhpur all state of the art facilities and
amenities, forming part of the similar projects in Mumbai and other
Metro cities only, which is till now only a dream to the people of
Jodhpur. The project has amenities such as Swimming Pool, Badminton
Court, Basket Ball Court, Kids Play Room, Amphitheatre, Garden Lawn,
Steam Room, Gymnasium, etc. to name a few.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AYATI"
The residential project named as "Arihant Ayati" is situated at
Devnagar, Jodhpur (Rajasthan). This Project is stilt 16 storied
Towers consisting 3 BHK Super Luxurious Flats having the Internal and
External Amenities like swimming pool, Health Club with Gymnasium &
stem room, Green concept at Top Terrace for cool temperature and
External Texture with pure Acrylic Paint etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AGRIMA"
The Company has got an Affordable Housing Project at Jodhpur named
"Arihant Agrima". This project is on a Public Private Partnership
with the "Jodhpur Development Authority (JDA)" Jodhpur, Rajasthan,
won through Tender process.
PROIECTS UNDER SUBSIDIARIES:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AKANKSHA"
This is a residential project located at Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The
project consists of 8 Buildings having 2200 flats approx. Arihant
Akanksha a stilt podium 27 storey tower comprising elegant 2BHK &
3BHK & 4BHK apartments. The project having internal & external
amenities such as intercom facility, Velvet touch paint with POP in all
rooms granite top kitchen platform, elegant entrance lobby, 4 high
speed lifts in each building, business lounge, landscapes garden with
water fountains, swimming pool, gymnasium with club house, children
play area, amphitheatre with party lawn, Jogging Track, Meditation
Center, ample car parking, basket ball court, external camera for
security checks, temple.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ARSHIYA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Arshiya" is situated at
Khalapur, Khopoli. This project consists of 1600 flats approx having 23
acres land area. The construction of project is in full swing. Arihant
Arshiya is a part stilt 3 storey tower comprising elegant IRK, IBHK,
2BHK flats. The project is having internal & external amenities such as
swimming pool, library, children play area, health club, gymnasium,
landscape garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts, Ganesh
temple, complex owned shuttle bus service.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ANMOL"
This is a residential project located at Jouveli Badlapur (E). Anmol
project consist of 650 flats having 7 acres land area. The land has
been conveyed in the name of Arihant Superstructures Limited. The
construction is in full swing. The project has internal & external
amenities such as intercom facility, granite top kitchen platform
swimming pool, library, children play area, health club, gymnasium,
landscape garden, indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
PROJECT " ARIHANT AMISHA"
This residential project named as "Arihant Amisha" situated at
Wawanje Taloja, Panvel. This project consists of 700 flats having 20
acres land area. The construction of the project is started in full
swing. The project has various amenities such as intercom facility, air
conditioner in each flat, Ganesh Temple, Swimming Pool, Health Club
with Gymnasium & Steam Room, Community hall, cum social activity center
& library, external camera for security check, air conditioner in each
flat, beautiful landscaped garden etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ALOKI"
This residential project named as "Arihant Aloki" situated at
Bhisegaon Karjat (W). This project consists of 232 flats having 5 acres
land area. The project is just launched. Arihant Aloki is a stilt 4
storey tower comprising elegant IBHK & 2BHK flats. The project has
internal & external amenities such as intercom facility, granite top
kitchen platform, burner gas hob & chimney, swimming pool, Ganesh
temple, children play area, health club, gymnasium, landscape garden,
indoor game room, power backups for lifts.
SUBSIDIARIES:
During the year under review,
a) Arihant Technoinfra Private Limited and Arihant Aashiyana Private
Limited have become the subsidiaries of the Company w.e.f. 17th
September, 2012. Arihant Aashiyana Private Limited is engaged in the
business of construction and real estate activities and Arihant
Technoinfra Private Limited is engaged in the business of production of
AAC Block.
b) Adeshwar Realty Private Limited, Arihant Abode Limited, Arihant
Vatika Realty Private Limited and Arihant Gruhnirman Private Limited
continued to be the subsidiaries of the Company.
All the subsidiary companies are non-material, non-listed subsidiary
companies as defined under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements entered
into with the stock exchanges. A statement pursuant to Section 212(2)
of the Companies Act,I956 relating to the subsidiary companies is
attached to the accounts.
In accordance with the General Circular No. 2/2011 dated 08th February,
2011, under Section 212(8) of the Companies Act, 1956 issued by the
Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, the Balance Sheet,
Statement of Profit and Loss account and other documents of the
subsidiary are not being attached with the Balance Sheet of the
Company. However, the financial information has been annexed and
disclosed in the Annual Report in compliance with the said circular.
The Company will make available the Annual Accounts of the subsidiary
companies and the related details information to any member of the
company who is interested in obtaining the same. The annual accounts of
the subsidiary companies will be kept open for inspection at the
Registered Office of the company and that of the respective subsidiary
companies. The consolidated financial statement presented by the
company includes the financial results of the subsidiary companies.
Details of the subsidiaries and their business operations during the
year under review are covered in the Management''s Discussion and
Analysis Report.
LISTING:
The Equity Shares of the Company are listed at the Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE). The Company has paid the applicable listing
fees to the above stock exchange up to date. The Company''s Equity
Shares are also traded in the dematerialised segment for all investors
and the Company has entered into agreements with the Central Depository
Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository
Limited (NSDL) for custodial services.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT:
In conformity with the provisions of Clause 32 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges, the cash flow statement for the year ended
31st March, 2013 is annexed hereto.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. During the year under review, there has
been no change in the composition of the Board of Directors from the
previous Annual General Meeting, till the current one.
The current composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
Sr.
No Name of the Director Designation on the Board
1 Mr. Ashok B. Chhajer Chairman and Managing Director
2 Mr. Nimish Shah Whole-time Director
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant Whole-time Executive Director
4 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital Non Executive Independent Director
5 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel Non Executive Independent Director
6 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde Non Executive Independent Director
On account of the requirement of Section 255 of the Companies Act, 1956
and the Articles of Association, Mr. Vinayak Nalavde and Mr. Dinesh
Chandra Babel are liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual
General meeting and being eligible, offer themselves for reappointment.
The Board recommends their reappointment.
COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
In pursuance of the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the Company is
required to have certain mandatory committees. In addition to those,
the Company has certain non-mandatory Committee of the Board of
Directors. The details of the Committee of Directors as on 31.03.2013
are as follows:
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Audit Committee 1 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel (Chairman)
2 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
3 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
4 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Remuneration Committee 1 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde (Chairman)
2 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
Shareholders Grievance
Committee 1 Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (Chairman)
2 Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
Executive Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 2 Mr. Nimish Shah
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Share Transfer
Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
2 Mr. Nimish shah
3 Mr. Dinkar Samant
Business Planning &
Development Committee 1 Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 2 Mr. Vinayak Nalavde
3 Mr. Dinesh Babel
The Company Secretary is the Secretary for all mandatory Committees.
DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 2I7 (2AA) of the Companies Act,
I956, with respect to Directors'' Responsibility Statement, it is hereby
confirmed:
(i) that in preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended 3Ist March, 20I3, the appropriate accounting standards have been
followed;
(ii) that Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit of
the Company for the year under review;
(iii) that the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, I956, for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the financial
year ended 3Ist March, 20I3 on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS :
M/s T. N. Gala & Associates, Chartered Accountants, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company, who retire at the conclusion of this Annual
General Meeting, have showed their unwillingness to be re-appointed as
the Statutory Auditor of the Company.
The Special Notice u/s 190 of the Companies Act, 1956 has been received
by the Company from a member of the Company, recommending the
appointment of M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co, Chartered Accountants,
Mumbai as the Statutory Auditors of the Company from the conclusion of
this Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of the next Annual
General Meeting.
M/s Kailash Chand Jain & Co. Chartered Accountants, will be appointed
as Statutory Auditors of the Company subject to approval of the members
in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The company has received letter from them to the effect that their
appointment, if made, would be within the prescribed limits under
section 224(IB) of the Companies Act, 1956 and they are not
disqualified for the appointment within the meaning of section 226 of
the Act.
AUDITORS REPORT:
The Notes to Accounts referred to in the Auditor''s report are
self-explanatory and do not require any further comments.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
The management continuously reviews the internal control systems and
procedures for the efficient conduct of the Company''s business. The
Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the
transactions, financial reporting and ensures that all its assets are
safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the
Company conducts the audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee
actively reviews internal audit reports and effectiveness of internal
control systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Company''s
assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost
structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate financial
and accounting controls and implement accounting standards
FIXED DEPOSIT:
The Company has not invited or accepted any fixed deposits during the
year under review pursuant to section 58A of the Companies Act, I956
and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, I975.
UTILIZATION OF PROCEEDS OF RIGHTS ISSUE AND PREFERENTIAL ISSUE:
The company has raised Rs.I646.40 lacs by way of Rights Issue in the
financial year 20II-I2. However, an amount of Rs 606.38 lacs was kept
in fixed deposit; pending utilization.The whole amount has been
utilized as per the object of the Right Issue in the financial year
20I2-I3.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company adheres to sound Corporate Governance practices, which
enables to maintain transparency and serve the long-term interest of
the Shareholders. The Management Discussion and Analysis Report as well
as report on Corporate Governance as of 3Ist March 20I3 are attached
hereto as a part of this Annual Report.
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. The Directors adhere to the requirements set out by the
Securities and Exchange Board of India''s Corporate Governance practices
and have implemented all the stipulations prescribed. The Company has
implemented several best Corporate Governance practices as prevalent in
the country. The Report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under
Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms part of this Report.
The requisite Certificate from M/s. D. A. Kamat & Co., Practising
Company Secretaries, confirming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid Clause 49, is
attached to this Annual Report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
During the year under review your Company has been involved in the
Corporate Social Responsibility activity. You will be happy to know
that your company has donated Rs. 20 lacs approx. towards construction
of school and welfare activities of the students in Navi Mumbai region.
A pre-primary school has also been set up on construction site in
Jodhpur, Rajasthan for the education of children of construction
labourers. The Company is also constructing an auditorium in MBM
Engineering College at Jodhpur at the estimated cost of Rs. I0 lacs for
the benefit of engineering college students. The management continues
to fulfill its social responsibility towards society on an ongoing
basis in whatever best possible manner.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the financial year 20I2-I3, no employee of the Company has been
paid remuneration in excess of prescribed limit under Section 2I7(2A)
of the Companies Act, I956 read with the Companies (Particulars of
Employees) Rules, I975.
INVESTORS'' RELATION AND GRIEVANCES
Investors'' relations have been cordial during the year. As a part of
compliance, the Company has formed Shareholders'' and Investors''
Grievance Committee to deal with the issues relating to investors.
During the year under review, the company has received one (I)
complaint/grievance which was resolved by the company. Thus, there were
no investors'' grievances pending as on 3Ist March, 20I3. A confirmation
to this effect has been received from the Company''s Registrar and Share
Transfer Agent.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards, issued
by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, which forms part of
the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
The particulars as prescribed under Section 2I7(I) (e) read with Rule 2
of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, I988, are set out in the Annexure ''A'' forming
part of this report.
PERSONNEL:
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Highly qualified and experienced personnel from
the field of engineering, finance and administration & sales assist the
top level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the year under review.
By Order Of The Board,
Arihant Superstructures Limited
Sd/-
Place: Navi Mumbai Ashok Chhajer
Date: 13th August, 2013 Chairman & Managing Director
Mar 31, 2012
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 29th Annual Report of
the Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March, 2012.
FINANCIAL RESULTS:
(Rs. in Lacs)
Particulars 2011-20121 2010-2011 2011-2012 2010-2011
(standalone)(standalone)(Consoli
dated) (Consolidated)
Sales and
Other Income 6883.46 1042177 68903 1043201
Profit before
interest, depreciation
& tax 1695.39 1267.72 1700.13 1270.78
Interest 48417 17175 48413 17196
Depreciation 28.01 14.96 29.18 15.95
Profit/ (Loss)
before Tax 1183.21 1081.01 1186.78 1082.87
Provision for Tax 382.78 355.17 383.12 356.05
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax 800.43 725.83 803.66 726.82
Profit/(Loss) for the year 800.43 725.83 803.66 726.82
Add: Balance of Profit
and Loss Account 676.91 46.99 677.51 46.99
Share of Minority - - 1.27 69
Profit available for
Appropriation 1477.33 772.82 1479.90 773.43
Less: Appropriation
Proposed Equity Dividend 82.32 82.32 82.31 82.32
Tax on Proposed
Equity Dividend 13.35 13.67 13.35 13.67
Less/Add: Earlier
year Provisions 1.95 .07 1.95 .07
Balance of profit
carried to Balance Sheet 1379.71 676.91 1382.27 677.51
During the year under review, your company's total income has been
registered Rs. 6883.46 lacs in comparison of Rs. 10,421.77 lacs of
previous financial year. The profit after tax (PAT) has been registered
Rs. 800.43 lacs in comparison of Rs. 725.83 lacs of previous financial
year.
RESERVES AND DIVIDEND:
The Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.20 per
equity share for the financial year ending on 31st March, 2012. There
are no transfers to the General Reserves for the financial year under
review.
OPERATIONS REVIEW:
PROJECT "ARIHANT ADITA"
The project is situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and
is just 1 km from the National Highway. This is first of its type high
rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project will provide the
people of Jodhpur all state of the art facilities and amenities,
forming part of the similar projects in Mumbai and other Metro cities
only, which is till now only a dream to the people of Jodhpur. The
project has amenities such as Swimming Pool, Badminton Court, Basket
Ball Court, Kids Play Room, Amphitheatre, Garden Lawn, Steam Room,
Gymnasium, etc. to name a few.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AYATI"
The project named as "Arihant Ayati" is situated at Devnagar, Jodhpur
(Rajasthan). This Project is a high rise residential project consisting
of 3 BHK Super Luxurious Flats having the Internal and External
Amenities like swimming pool, Health Club with Gymnasium & stem room,
Green concept at Top Terrace for cool temperature and External Texture
with pure Acrylic Paint etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AGRIMA"
The company has got an Affordable Housing Project at Jodhpur named
"Arihant AgrimaÃ. This project is on a Public Private Partnership
with the "Jodhpur Development Authority (JDA)" Jodhpur, Rajasthan, won
through Tender process.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ABHILASHA"
This residential project is situated at Plot No.10, Sector 35H,
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai at a premium location near Central Park and Golf
Course. The land has been conveyed in the name of Arihant
Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite Agreement. The Project is
virtually completed, we have applied for occupation certificate and the
same is expected in next 2-3 months.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ARHAM"
On this residential project at Panvel, the construction activities for
31 buildings have been started. Multiple contractors and agencies have
been engaged and marketing strategies have been successfully designed.
Currently on 10 buildings work is running & on 12 building 70-80% of
the work has been completed. Lift installation work has been started on
completed buildings.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AMODINI"
This is a residential project located at Taloja (Navi Mumbai). Amodini
will consist of approximately 126 flats, having approximately 1.36 lacs
sq. ft. developable / saleable area. The land has been conveyed in the
name of Arihant Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite Agreement
The construction activities is going on in full swing and the 12th slab
is ongoing. We are providing the external amenities and the roof top
terrace i.e. 23rd floor.
PROJECTS UNDER SUBSIDIARIES:
PROJECT "ARIHANT AKANKSHA"
This residential project is located at Panvel, Navi Mumbai. The Project
is under approval stage and will approximately have 40 lacs sq. ft. of
developable / saleable area. The project is proposed to be under Rental
Housing Scheme of MMRDA. The Project is under planning stage shall
comprise of approximately 3000 units with all modern amenities. It has
a close proximity from the proposed international Airport.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ANMOL"
This is a residential project located at Jouvelli, Thane. With
approximately 3.25 lacs sq. ft. of developable/ saleable area, It's a
mini township with 600 units.
"PROJECT ARIHANT ARSHIYAÃ
This is a residential project located at Khopoli, the project has easy
entry and exit access from Mumbai Pune Expressway at Khalapur toll
naka, Arshiya is a thoughtfully planned residence consisting 1600
flats. The Project is recently launched and is in approval stage.
SUBSIDIARIES:
During the year under review,
(a) Arihant Gruhnirman Private Limited has become a subsidiary of the
Company. Arihant Gruhnirman Private Limited is in the business of
realty and constructions;
(b) Arihant Abode Limited, Arihant Vatika Realty Private Limited and
Adeshwar Realty Private Limited continued to be the subsidiaries of the
Company.
All the subsidiary companies are non-material, non-listed subsidiary
companies as defined under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements entered
into with the stock exchanges. A statement pursuant to Section 212(2)
of the Companies Act, 1956 relating to the subsidiary companies is
attached to the accounts. As required under Section 212, the Audited
Balance Sheet as at 31st March, 2012 and Profit and Loss Account for
the Financial year ending on that date along with reports of the
Auditors' and Directors' thereon is annexed and form part of the Annual
Report.
As required under the Listing Agreement with the Stock exchanges, a
consolidated financial statement of the Company and all its
subsidiaries are attached to the Balance Sheet. The consolidated
Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with AS 21 and AS 23.
LISTING:
The Equity shares of the Company are listed at the Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE). The Company has paid the applicable listing
fees to the above stock exchanges up to date. The Company's Equity
shares are also traded in the dematerialized segment for it's investors
and the Company has entered into agreements with the Central Depository
Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository
Limited (NSDL) for custodial services.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT:
In conformity with the provisions of Clause 32 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges, the cash flow statement for the year ended
31st March, 2012 is annexed hereto.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. There have been changes in the composition
of the Board of Directors from the previous Annual General Meeting,
till the current one.
The current composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
Sr. Name of the
Director Designation on the Board
No
1. Mr. Ashok B. Chhajer Chairman and Managing Director
2. Mr. Nimish Shah Whole-time Executive Director
3. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital Non Executive Independent Director
4. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel Non Executive Independent Director
5. Mr. Vinayak V. Nalavde Non Executive Independent Director
6. Mr. Dinkar P. Samant Whole-time Executive Director
On account of the requirement of Section 255 and Articles of
Association, Mr. Virendra Mital is liable to retire by rotation at the
ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible has offered himself
for re-appointment. The Board recommends his re-appointment.
During the period under review, the composition of the Board underwent
the following changes:
During the year there was sad demise of Mr. Anant Karweer, Director of
company on 01/12/2011. The Board would like to place on record it's
appreciation towards the contribution and guidance received from Mr.
Anant Karweer during his tenure. Mr. Vinayak Vaman Nalavde and Mr.
Dinkar Samant were appointed during the period as Additional Directors.
Due notice U/s 257 has been received from the members for their
appointment as Directors on the Board of the Company. Mr. Dinkar Samant
is also proposed to be appointed as a Whole-time Executive Director on
the Board, in terms of the conditions as set out in the Notice of the
AGM. The Board recommends their appointment on the Board.
During the period under review, Mr. Varaprasad Atluri, Non-Executive
Director resigned from the Directorship on account of his
pre-occupation. The Board would like to place on record it's
appreciation towards the contribution and guidance received from Mr.
Varaprasad Atluri during his tenure.
COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
In pursuance of the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the Company is
required to have certain mandatory committees. In addition to those,
the Company has certain non-mandatory Committee of the Board of
Directors. The details of the Committees of Board of Directors as on
4th August, 2012 are as follows:
Name of the
Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Audit Committee 1. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel (Chairman)
2. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
3. Mr. Vinayak V. Nalavde
Remuneration Committee 1. Mr. Vinayak V. Nalavde (Chairman)
2. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3. Mr. Virendra Mital
Shareholders
Grievance Committee 1. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (Chairman)
2. Mr. Vinayak V. Nalavde
3. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
Executive Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 2. Mr. Nimish Shah
3. Mr. Dinkar Samant
Share Transfer
Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
2. Mr. Nimish shah
3. Mr. Dinkar Samant
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Business Planning & Development 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
Committee 2. Mr. Vinayak V. Nalavde (Non Mandatory Committee)_ 3. |Mr.
D^h Babel
The Company Secretary is the Secretary for all mandatory Committees.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 217 (2AA) of the Companies Act,
1956, with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement, it is hereby
confirmed:
(i) that in preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended 31st March, 2012, the appropriate accounting standards have been
followed;
(ii) that Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit of
the Company for the year under review;
(iii) that the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the financial
year ended 31st March, 2012 on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS REPORT:
M/s T. N. Gala & Associates, Chartered Accountants, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company, retire at the conclusion of this Annual
General Meeting. Being eligible, they have offered themselves for
re-appointment. The appointment has been recommended by the Audit
Committee. The Board of Directors recommends their re- appointment.
The Company has received letter from them to the effect that their
reappointment, if made, would be within the prescribed limits under
section 224 (1B) of the Companies Act, 1956 and that they are not
disqualified for the reappointment with in the meaning of Section 226
of the said Act.
The Notes on Accounts referred to in the Auditors' report are
self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments. INTERNAL
CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
The management continuously reviews the internal control systems and
procedures for the efficient conduct of the Company's business. The
Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the
transactions, financial reporting and ensures that all its assets are
safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the
Company conducts the audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee
actively reviews internal audit reports and effectiveness of internal
control systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Company's
assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost
structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate financial
and accounting controls and implement accounting standards.
FIXED DEPOSIT:
The Company has not invited or accepted any fixed deposits during the
year under review pursuant to section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956
and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 1975.
UTILIZATION OF PROCEED OF PREFERENTIAL ISSUE:
During the year the amount raised through preferential Issue has been
fully utilized as per the object of the Issue. RIGHT ISSUE 2012:
During the year the Company had filed Letter of Offer with SEBI for the
issue on Rights Basis of 1,37,19,997 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each at
the Rs. 12/- (inclusive of Rs. 2/- per shares as premium). The details
of Right Issue are as follow:
Particular Details
Right Issue Open: 11th May, 2012
Last date for request of Split 18th May, 2012
Right Issue Close:__28th May, 2012_
Issue Price Rs. 12/- per share (inclusive of Rs. 2 per share as
premium)
Subscribed: 1.06 times
Allotment Date 31st May, 2012
Listing Approval 01st June, 2012
Trading Approval 07th June, 2012
The Company has raised Rs. 1646.40 lacs from the above Rights Issues on
28th May, 2012. Rs. 1040.02 Lacs has been utilized as per the object of
the Rights Issue and remaining Rs. 606.38 Lacs has been kept in fixed
deposit, pending further utilization.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND REPORT THEREON:
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. The Directors adhere to the requirements set out by the
Securities and Exchange Board of India's Corporate Governance practices
and have implemented all the stipulations prescribed. The Company has
implemented several best Corporate Governance practices as prevalent in
the country. The Report on Corporate Governance as of 31st March, 2012
as stipulated under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms part of
this Report.
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report, as required under Clause
49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges, form a part of
Corporate Governance Report.
The requisite Certificate from, M/s. D. A. Kamat & Co, Practicing
Company Secretaries, confirming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid Clause 49, is
attached to this Annual Report.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the financial year 2011-12, no employee of the Company has been
paid remuneration in excess of prescribed limit under section 217(2A)
of the Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies (Particulars of
Employees) Rules, 1975.
INVESTORS' RELATION AND GRIEVANCES:
Investors' relations have been cordial during the year. As a part of
compliance, the Company has formed Shareholders' and Investors'
Grievance Committee to deal with the issues relating to investors.
There were no investors' grievances pending as on 31st March, 2012. A
confirmation to this effect has been received from the Company's
Registrar and Share Transfer Agent.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards AS-21,
and 23, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, form
part of the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
The particulars as prescribed under Section 217(1) (e) read with Rule 2
of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988, are set out in the Annexure ÃA' forming part
of this report.
PERSONNEL:
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Qualified and experienced personnel from the
field of engineering, finance and administration & sales assist the top
level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers, Shareholders and other Stakeholders during the
year under review.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/-
Date: 04th August, 2012 Ashok B. Chhajer
Place: Navi Mumbai Chairman & Managing Director
Mar 31, 2011
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 28th Annual Report of
the Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March 2011.
FINANCIAL RESULTS:
(Rs. in Lacs)
Particulars 2010-2011 2009-2010 2010-2011 2009-2010
(standalone) (standalone)(Consolidated) (Consoli
dated)
Sales and Other Income 10777.28 2706.47 11190.68 2792.08
Profit before interest,
depreciation & tax 1267.72 295.57 1270.78 315.17
Interest 171.75 93.67 171.96 112.89
Depreciation 14.96 2.60 15.95 2.60
Profit/(Loss) before Tax 1081.01 199.29 1082.87 199.68
Provision for Tax (345.00) (68.32) (345.09) (68.44)
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax 736.01 130.97 737.78 131.24
Prior Period Adjustments - - - -
and Extraordinary
Items
Profit/(Loss) for the year 736.01 130.97 737.78 131.24
Add: Balance of Profit
and Loss Account 46.99 4.53 46.99 4.55
Profit available for
Appropriation 783.00 135.50 784.77 135.79
Less: Appropriation
Transfer to General Reserve 10.17 1.12 10.68 1.30
Proposed Equity Dividend 82.32 74.70 82.32 74.70
Tax on Proposed
Equity Dividend 13.67 12.69 13.67 12.70
Share of Minority - - .69 .10
Add: Excess Dividend
Provision Written Off .07 - .07 -
Balance of profit carried
to Balance Sheet 676.91 46.99 677.48 46.99
During the year under review, your companys total income has been
registered Rs. 10,777.28 lacs in comparision of Rs. 2,706.47 lacs of
Previous financial year. The profit after tax (PAT) has been registered
Rs. 736.01 lacs in comparision of Rs. 130.97 lacs of Previous financial
year.
RESERVES AND DIVIDEND:
The Board of Directors has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.30 per
equity share for the financial year ending on 31st March 2011.
In addition to the above, the Board proposes to transfer an amount of
Rs. 10,17,390/ - to the General Reserves Account, out of the amount
available for appropriation
OPERATIONS REVIEW:
LAUNCHES IN CITY OF JODHPUR, RAJASTHAN:
Over the years, Jodhpur has evolved into a major Business and
Industrial center. The major industries are Textiles, Handicrafts, Gaur
Gum (Agro products) which are on world map, steel utensils, etc. With
the changing times, the thinking and lifestyle of the people has also
changed and they have started adopting western culture as a part of
their lives.
Jodhpur can be considered to be the only developed city in Western
Rajasthan; providing urban living standards and good educational
facilities at a shortest distance. These all will result in generating
enormous employment opportunities in the areas in and around Jodhpur
and thereby leading to more demand for planned residential projects in
Jodhpur.
During the year, the Company has taken steps for increasing its pan
India presence and in this connection, the Company has launched its
three residential projects in Jodhpur city of Rajasthan the detail of
which are as follows:
PROJECT "ARIHANT ADITA"
The project is situated at Pal Road, Gangana, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and
is just 1 km from the National Highway. This is first of its type high
rise Residential project in Jodhpur. The project will provide the
people of Jodhpur all state of the art facilities and amenities,
forming part of the similar projects in Mumbai and other Metro cities
only, which is till now only a dream to the people of Jodhpur. The
project has amenities such as Swimming Pool, Badminton Court, Basket
Ball Court, Kids Play Room, Amphitheatre, Garden Lawn, Steam Room,
Gymnasium, etc. to name a few.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AY ATI"
The project named as "Arihant Ayati" is situated at Devnagar, Jodhpur
(Rajasthan). This Project is high rise residential project consisting 3
BHK Super Luxurious Flats having the Internal and External Amenities
like swimming pool. Health Club with Gymnasium & stem room, Green
concept at Top Terrace for cool temperature and External Texture with
pure Acrylic Paint etc.
PROJECT "ARIHANT AGRIMA"
The company has got an Affordable Housing Project at Jodhpur named
"Arihant Agrima". This project is on a Public Private Partnership with
the "Jodhpur Development Authority (JDA)" Jodhpur, Rajasthan, won
through Tender process.
PROGRESS OF THE ONGOING PROJECTS OF THE COMPANY:
PROJECT "ARIHANT ABHILASHA"
This residential project is situated at Plot No. 10, Sector 35H,
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai at a premium location near Central Park and Golf
Course. The land has been conveyed in the name of Arihant
Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite Agreement. Construction of
the 19 slabs out of total 20 slabs has been completed. Currently
brickwork, flooring and titling is running and project is expected to
be completed fully within next 6 month.
PROJECT "ARIHANT ARHAM"
On this residential project at Panvel, the construction activities for
29 buildings have been started. Multiple contractors and agencies have
been engaged and marketing strategies have been successfully designed.
Currently on 5 building the work of flooring is running & on 12
building the plaster work has been completed. Lift installation work
has been started on completed buildings.
SUBSIDIARIES:
During the year under review,
(a) Adeshwar Realty Private Limited became a 100% subsidiary of the
Company during the year. Adeshwar Realty Private Limited is in the
business of realty and constructions;
(b) Arihant Abode Limited and Arihant Vatika Realty Private Limited
continued to be the subsidiaries of the Company.
All the subsidiary companies are non-material, non-listed subsidiary
companies as defined under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements entered
into with the stock exchanges. A statement pursuant to Section 212(8)
of the Companies Act, 1956 relating to the subsidiary companies is
attached to the accounts. As required under Section 212, the Audited
Balance Sheet as at 31st March, 2011 and Profit and Loss Account for
the Financial year ending on that date along with reports of the
Auditors and Directors thereon is annexed and form part of the Annual
Report.
As required under the Listing Agreement with the Stock exchanges, a
consolidated financial statement of the Company and all its
subsidiaries are attached to the Balance Sheet. The consolidated
Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with AS 21 and AS 23.
LISTING:
The Equity shares of the Company are listed at the Bombay Stock
Exchange Limited (BSE). The Company has paid the applicable listing
fees to the above stock exchanges up to date. The Companys Equity
shares are also traded in the dematerialised segment for all investors
and the Company has entered into agreements with the Central Depository
Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository
Limited (NSDL) for custodial services.
During the year under review, your Company has made the necessary
application with the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and is awaiting
their approval for listing and trading of your companys shares on
their Exchange.
CHANGE IN ACCOUNTING POLICIES:
Upto 31st March, 2010, the Company followed percentage Completion
Method of accounting wherein it added the Estimated Gross Profit on
direct Costs based on the percentage of work completed to arrive at the
value of
Incomplete Projects (WIP) for the purpose of recognizing revenue for
the year.
To line with norms generally followed in the industry and to make the
financial Statement more comparable, from the financial year 2010-11,
the Company has changed its method of its revenue recognition for
incomplete projects/ under construction properties as per the Guidance
Note on Revenue Recognition by the Real Estate Developers issued by the
ICAI. Revenue for the the financial year 2010-11 onwards is recognized
for the sold areas only, where at least 15 percent of the sale
consideration has been realized as per agreement, on the basis of
percentage of actual cost incurred thereon as against total estimated
cost of project under execution subject to the actual cost exceeding 25
percent of total estimated cost of project. The incomplete projects
(WIP) are valued at Cost.
CASH FLOW STATEMENT:
In conformity with the provisions of Clause 32 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges, the cash flow statement for the year ended
31st March, 2011 is annexed hereto.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. There have been changes in the composition
of the Board of Directors from the previous Annual General Meeting,
till the current one.
The current composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
Sr. Name of the Director Designation on the Board
No.
1. Mr. Ashok B. Chhajer Chairman and Managing Director
2. Mr. Nimish Shah Whole-time Executive Director
3. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri Non-Executive Non Independent Director
4. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital Non Executive Independent Director
5. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel Non Executive Independent Director
6. Mr. Anant Karweer Non Executive Independent Director
On account of the increased duties and scope of work of the Managing
Director and Whole Time Director of the Company, the Board has
recommended the increase in the remuneration of Mr. Ashok Chhajer and
Mr. Nimish Shah as stated in the explanatory statement annexed to the
notice of this Annual General Meeting. The proposed increase will
continue to be within the limits prescribed in Companies Act, 1956. The
proposed increase has been approved by the Remuneration Committee of
the Board.
On account of the requirement of Section 255 and Articles of
Association, Mr. Dinesh Babel and Mr. Varaprasad Atluri, are liable to
retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting, and being
eligible have offered themselves for re-appointment.
During the period under review, the composition of the Board underwent
the following changes:
Mr. Anand Shah has been resigned from the directorship of the Company
w.e.f. 05/01/2011. The Board would like to place on record its
appreciation towards the contribution and guidance received from Mr.
Anand Shah during his tenure.
COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
In pursuance of the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the Company is
required to have certain mandatory committees. In addition to those,
the Company has certain non-mandatory Committee of the Board of
Directors. The details of the Committees of Board of Directors as on
05.05.2011 are as follows:
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Audit Committee 1. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel (Chairman)
2. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
3. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri
Remuneration Committee 1. Mr. Anant Karweer (Chairman)
2. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
3. Mr. Virendra Mital
Shareholders
Grievance Committee 1. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (Chairman)
2. Mr. Anant Karweer
3. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
Executive Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 2. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri
3. Mr. Nimish Shah
Share Transfer Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
2. Mr. Nimish shah
3. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri
Business Planning &
Development 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
Committee 2. Mr. Anant Karweer
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 3. Mr. Dinesh Babel
The Company Secretary is the Secretary for ail mandatory Committees.
During the year under review, the Executive Committee and Business
Planning & Development Committee were constituted for the purpose to
take decision related to day to day business.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 217 (2AA) of the Companies Act,
1956, with respect to Directors Responsibility Statement, it is hereby
confirmed:
(i) that in preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended 31st March, 2011, the appropriate accounting standards have been
followed;
(ii) that Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit of
the Company for the year under review;
(iii) that the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the financial
year ended 31st March, 2011 on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS REPORT:
M/s T. N. Gala & Associates, Chartered Accountants, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company, retire at the conclusion of this Annual
General Meeting. Being eligible, they have offered themselves for
re-appointment. The appointment has been recommended by the Audit
Committee. The Board of Directors recommends their re- appointment.
The Company has received letter from them to the effect that their
reappointment, if made, would be within the prescribed limits under
section 224 (IB) of the Companies Act, 1956 and that they are not
disqualified for the reappointment with in the meaning of Section 226
of the Said Act.
The Notes on Accounts referred to in the Auditors report are
self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
The management continuously reviews the internal control systems and
procedures for the efficient conduct of the Companys business. The
Company adheres to the prescribed guidelines with respect to the
transactions, financial reporting and ensures that all its assets are
safeguarded and protected against losses. The Internal Auditor of the
Company conducts the audit on regular basis and the Audit Committee
actively reviews internal audit reports and effectiveness of internal
control systems.
Internal Control Systems are implemented to safeguard the Companys
assets from loss or damage, to keep constant check on the cost
structure, to prevent revenue leakages, to provide adequate financial
and accounting controls and implement accounting standards.
FIXED DEPOSIT:
The Company has not invited or accepted any fixed deposits during the
year under review pursuant to section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956
and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 1975.
UTILIZATION OF PROCEED OF RIGHT ISSUE & PREFERENTIAL ISSUE:
The Company has raised Rs. 14.69 Crores by way of Right Issue in
financial year 2009-10; as on 31st March, 2011 the whole amount has
been utilized as per the object of the Right Issue.
The Company has raised Rs. 14.99 Crores by way of Preferential Issue in
financial year 2010-11, as on 31st March, 2011 Rs. 12.78 Crores has
been utilized as per the object of the preferential issue and balance
Rs. 2.21 Crores has been kept in fixed deposit.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND REPORT THEREON:
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. The Directors adhere to the requirements set out by the
Securities and Exchange Board of Indias Corporate Governance practices
and have implemented all the stipulations prescribed. The Company has
implemented several best Corporate Governance practices as prevalent in
the country. The Report on Corporate Governance as of 31st March 2011
as stipulated under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms part of
this Report.
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report, as required under Clause
49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges, form a part of
Corporate Governance Report.
The requisite Certificate from, M/s. D. A. Kamat & Co, Practising
Company Secretaries, confirming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid Clause 49, is
attached to this Annual Report.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
During the financial year 2010-11, no employee of the Company has been
paid remuneration in excess of prescribed limit under section 217(2A)
of the Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies(Particulars of
Employees) Rules, 1975.
INVESTORS RELATION AND GRIEVANCES:
Investors relations have been cordial during the year. As a part of
compliance, the Company has formed Shareholders and Investors
Grievance Committee to deal with the issues relating to investors.
There were no investors grievances pending as on 31st March, 2011. A
confirmation to this effect has been received from the Companys
Registrar and Share Transfer Agent.
ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards AS-21,
and 23, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, form
part of the Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY. TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
The particulars as prescribed under Section 217(1) (e) read with Rule 2
of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988, are set out in the Annexure A forming part of
this report.
PERSONNEL:
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Highly qualified and experienced personnel from
the field of engineering, finance and administration & sales assist the
top level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the year under review.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/-
Ashok B. Chhajer
Chairman & Managing Director
Place: Navi Mumbai
Date s: 05th May, 2011
Mar 31, 2010
The Directors have pleasure in presenting the 27th Annual Report of
the Company for the Financial Year ending on 31st March 2010.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS: (Rs. in Lacs)
FINANCIAL RESULTS 2009-2010 2009-2010 2008-2009
(consolidated) (standalone)
(standalone)
Sales and Other Income 2792.08 2706.47 7.78
Profit before interest,
depreciation & tax 315.16 295.56 4.19
Interest 112.89 93.67 -
Depreciation 2.60 2.60 -
Profit/ (Loss) before Tax 199.67 199.29 4.19
Provision for Tax (68.43) (68.31) (1.29)
Profit/ (Loss) after Tax 131.24 130.98 4.37
Prior Period Adjustments
and Extraordinary Items - -- -
Profit/(Loss) for the year 131.24 130.98 4.37
Add: Balance of Profit and
Loss Account 4.56 4.53 1.59
Profit available for Appropriation 135.80 135.51 5.96
Less: Appropriation
Transfer to General Reserve 1.12 1.12 -
Proposed Equity Dividend 74.70 74.70 1.25
Tax on Proposed Equity Dividend 12.69 12.69 0.19
Balance of Profit carried to
Balance Sheet 47.28 46.99 4.53
During the year under review, your Company has achieved a tremendous
growth, as turnover for the year increased to Rs.2706.47 lacs from
Rs.7.78 lacs in the previous year, and Profit after tax for the year
increased to Rs. 130.98 lacs from Rs. 4.37 lacs in the previous year.
2. RESERVES AND DIVIDEND:
Your Board has recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.50 per Equity
Share for the Financial Year ended 31st March 2010.
Your Board proposes to transfer Rs. 1.12 lacs to the General Reserve
out of the amount available for appropriations.
3. OPERATIONS:
During the period under review, the Company has successfully started
two Projects. The details of these ongoing Projects and their status as
on the date of this Report is mentioned below:
Status of the Major Ongoing Projects as of 15.07.2010
PROJECT "ARIHANT ABHILASHA"
This residential project is situated at Plot No.10, Sector 35H,
Kharghar, Navi Mumbai at a premium location near Central Park and Golf
Course. The land has been conveyed in the name of Arihant
Superstructures Limited by way of Tripartite Agreement. The
construction activity has started and contractors have been engaged to
do the work. Currently construction of the 3rd & 4th slab is going on.
PROJECT ARIHANT ARHAM
At this residential project at Panvel, the construction activities for
14 buildings have been started. Multiple contractors and agencies have
been engaged and marketing strategies have been successfully designed.
Currently the construction of the 1st to 3rd slab is going on across
all these buildings.
4. LISTING
Your Companys Equity Shares are traded on The Bombay Stock Exchange
(BSE). The Company has paid the listing fees for the year 2010-2011 to
BSE where the securities of the Company are listed.
5. MAJOR EVENTS OF THE COMPANY
During the year under review, there have been certain signifcant
happenings in the Company. Your Board is pleased to present the same,
in brief to you:
(a) Change in name of the Company
The name of the Company changed from Shaktiman Constructions Limited to
Arihant Superstructures Limited, during the year under review. The same
is refected on the BSE website.
(b) Issuance of Equity Shares:
During the past period, there have been substantial changes in the
Share Capital of the Company. The increase in the Authorized and paid
up share capital of the Company, has been conducted in two phases, as
follows:
ISSUE OF EQUITY SHARES ON RIGHTS BASIS
Date of allotment of Equity
Shares on Rights Basis 25.03.2010
Total Equity Shares issued
on a Rights Basis 1,46,91,000
Ratio of Rights 59 Equity shares for every
1 Equity share
Paid-up Share Capital of the
Company, Post Issue Rs. 14,94,00,000/-
ISSUE OF EQUITY SHARES ON A PREFERENTIAL BASIS
Increase in the Authorized
Share Capital From Rs. 15 Cr. to Rs. 75 Cr.
Date of Allotment of Equity
Shares on Preferential 20.06.2010
Basis
Total Shares allotted on a
Preferential Basis 1,24,99,994
Details of Allottees Promoters and Non Promoters
Paid-up Share Capital of the
Company, Post Issue Rs. 27,43,99,940/-
The Shares issued on a Rights basis & Preferential Basis has been
listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). The Company has received
trading approval for the shares issued on Rights basis as well as
preferential basis.
(c) Establishing Connectivity with National Securities Depository
limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (I) ltd (CDSL) and
obtaining ISIN Number:
The Company has, during the previous year, established connectivity
with both NSDL and CDSL. This has enabled the Shareholders to obtain
the beneft of dematerialization. As on 31st March 2010, about 99.63% of
the Shareholding in the Company was held in dematerialized form. All
the Shareholders currently holding the shares in physical form and
desirous of having their shares dematerialized are requested to contact
their Depository Participants and the Registrar and Transfer Agent, in
this regard.
The Company has obtained an International Security Identifcation Number
(ISIN). The ISIN of the Company is INE643K01018.
(d) Acquisition of Subsidiary Companies:
Your Board is pleased to inform you, that the Company has acquired an
investment in two companies, Arihant Abode Limited (AAL) and Arihant
Vatika Realty Private Limited (AVRPL). Your company has a 60% stake in
both these Companies, making them subsidiaries of your Company.
AAL and AVRPL are in the business of realty and constructions.
Acquiring these subsidiaries has opened up new avenues for your Company
in different areas within the Real Estate Sector. There has been no
material change in the nature of the business of the subsidiaries.
As required under the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges, a
Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and all its
subsidiaries and its associates are attached, The Consolidated
Financial Statements has been prepared in accordance with Accounting
Standards 21 and 23.
As required under Section 212 of the Companies Act, 1956, the Audited
Balance Sheet as on March 31, 2010 and Profit & Loss Account for the
Financial Year ended 31st March, 2010 along with reports of the
Auditors and Directors thereon of AAL and AVRPL are annexed and form
part of this Annual Report.
The Minutes of the Board Meetings of the above subsidiary companies are
placed at the Board Meetings of your Company.
6. BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Your Board of Directors comprise of eminent, experienced and reputed
Individuals of the Industry. There have been signifcant changes in the
composition of the Board of Directors from the previous Annual General
Meeting, till the current one.
The current composition of the Board of Directors is as follows:
Sr. No Name of the Director Designation on the Board
1. Mr. Ashok B. Chhajer Chairman and Managing Director
2. Mr. Nimish Shah Whole-time Executive Director
3. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri Non-Executive Director (appointed
in casual vacancy, in place of
Mr.Abhishek Balar)
4. Mr. Anand Shah Additional Director (Independent)
5. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital Independent Director
6. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel Independent Director
7. Mr. Anant Karweer Independent Director
Mr. Anand Shah holds offce until the date of this Annual General
Meeting (AGM). The Company has received a Notice under Section 257
proposing his appointment as a Director liable to retire by rotation.
Mr. Varaprasad Atluri who was appointed in casual vacancy holds office
until the date of the AGM. The Company has received a Notice under
Section 257 proposing his appointment as a Director liable to retire by
rotation.
On account of the increased duties and scope of work of the Chairman
and Managing Director of the Company, the Board has recommended the
increase in the remuneration of Mr. Ashok Chhajer. The proposed
increase will continue to be within the limits prescribed by Schedule
XIII. The proposed increase has been approved by the Remuneration
Committee of the Board.
On account of the requirement of Section 255 and Articles of
Association, Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital and Mr. Anant Bodhrao Karweer,
are liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing AGM, and being eligible
have offered themselves for re-appointment.
During the period under review, the composition of the Board underwent
the following changes:
Mr. Sourabh Punch and Mr. Nitin Chopra, who were appointed as
Additional Directors on 24th September 2009 and Mr. Manish Dangara and
Mrs. Lata Mallya who were appointed on 11th November 2009 and 24th
November 2009, respectively have resigned from their Directorship.
Mr. Abhishek Balar and Mr. Lalit Bothra have resigned from the Board of
Directors on 13th April 2010.
The Board would like to place on record its appreciation towards the
contribution and guidance received from each of these Directors during
their tenure.
7. COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
In pursuance of the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the Company is
required to have certain mandatory committees. In addition to those,
the Company has certain non-mandatory Committee of the Board of
Directors. The details of the Committee of Directors are as follows:
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Audit Committee 1. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel (Chairman)
2. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital
3. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri
Remuneration Committee 1. Mr. Anant Karweer (Chairman)
2. Mr. Anand Shah
3. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
Shareholders Grievance
Committee 1. Mr. Virendra Kumar Mital (Chairman)
2. Mr. Anant Karweer
3. Mr. Dinesh Chandra Babel
Name of the Committee Current Constitution of the Committee
Executive Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
(Non Mandatory
Committee) 2. Mr. Varaprasad Atluri
3. Mr. Nimish Shah
Share Transfer
Committee 1. Mr. Ashok Chhajer (Chairman)
2. Mr. Anand Shah
3. Mr. Nimish shah
The Company Secretary shall be the Secretary for all mandatory
Committees.
During the year under review, the Rights Issue Committee, which was
constituted for the purpose of issue of Equity Shares on Rights basis,
was dissolved, pursuant to the completion of the Rights Issue.
8. DIRECTORS RESPONSIBIlITy STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 217 (2AA) of the Companies Act,
1956, with respect to Directors Responsibility Statement, it is hereby
confrmed:
(i) that in preparation of the annual accounts for the fnancial year
ended 31st March, 2010, the appropriate accounting standards have been
followed;
(ii) that Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company at the end of the fnancial year and of the profit of the
Company for the year under review;
(iii) that the Directors have taken proper and suffcient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, for safeguarding the assets of
the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the fnancial
year ended 31st March, 2010 on a going concern basis.
9. AUDITORS:
M/s T. N. Gala & Associates, Chartered Accountants, being the Statutory
Auditors of the Company, retire at the conclusion of this AGM. Being
eligible, they have offered themselves for re-appointment. The
appointment has been recommended by the Audit Committee.
10. REPLY TO COMMENTS ON AUDITORS REPORT:
The Comments in the Auditors Reports are self-explanatory, and the
same do not require any further explanation in this respect.
11. FIXED DEPOSIT:
The Company has not invited or accepted any fxed deposits during the
year under review pursuant to section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956
and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 1975.
12. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
In the earlier years the Companys paid up capital was less than Rs. 25
lacs, and hence corporate governance compliances were not applicable to
the Company. During the current year the Companys Paid up Capital has
been increased from 24.90 lacs to 14.94 Cr. w.e.f. 25 March, 2010 and
the provision of corporate governance has become applicable to the
Company.
The Company adheres to sound Corporate Governance practices, which
enables to maintain transparency and serve the long-term interest of
the Shareholders. The Management Discussion and Analysis Report as well
as report on Corporate Governance as of 31st March 2010 are attached
hereto as a part of this Annual Report as Annexure à A.
The Board would also like to inform the Members, that it has adopted a
Code of Conduct for its Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior
Employees.
13. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANAlYSIS REPORT:
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report, as required under Clause
49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges, form a part of
this Report.
14. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT:
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. The Directors adhere to the requirements set out by the
Securities and Exchange Board of Indias Corporate Governance practices
and have implemented all the stipulations prescribed. The Company has
implemented several best Corporate Governance practices as prevalent in
the country. The Report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under
Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement forms part of this Report.
The requisite Certifcate from, M/s. D. A. Kamat & Co, Practising
Company Secretaries, confrming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid Clause 49, is
attached to this Report.
15. PERSONNEL:
The Company is professionally managed and has very cordial relationship
with all its employees. Highly qualifed and experienced personnel from
the feld of engineering, fnance and administration & sales assist the
top level management. Your Directors wish to place on record their
appreciation for the co-operation and support received from employees
towards the growth and prosperity of your Company and look forward to
their continued support.
16. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
The details of employees remuneration in excess of monetary ceiling
prescribed under Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
the Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975 during the
fnancial year 2009-2010 are not applicable to your Company, as no
employee of the Company has been paid remuneration in excess of
prescribed limit in abovementioned section and rules.
17. ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSOlIDATED FINANCIAl STATEMENTS:
The consolidated fnancial statements of the Company and its
subsidiaries, prepared in accordance with Accounting Standards AS-21,
23 and 27, issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India,
form part of the Annual Report.
18. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
Your Company constantly endeavors reduction in energy consumption and
has also taken various steps for energy conservation and pollution
control such as installation of necessary equipments which will save
the energy and plantation for controlling pollution.
The Company makes a constant endeavor to use the latest and most
effcient and up-to-date technology in its activities.
Your Company has no foreign exchange earning and outgo during the year.
Since the company has no manufacturing activity the other information
required under Section 217(1)(e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 with respect to the Conservation of Energy,
Technology Absorption are not applicable to the Company.
19. ACKNOWlEDGEMENTS:
The Board expresses its gratitude and appreciates the assistance and
co-operation received from the Creditors, Banks, Government
Authorities, Customers and Shareholders during the year under review.
On behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/-
Ashok B. Chhajer
Chairman & Managing Director
Place: Navi Mumbai
Date: 23rd July, 2010
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