Mar 31, 2025
Board of Directors hereby present the 42nd Annual Report on the business and operations of Parle Industries Limited together with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025.
The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
The financial performance of the Company, for the Financial Year ended on 31st March, 2025 is summarized below:
(Amount in Lakhs)
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PARTICULARS |
STANDALONE |
CONSOLIDATED |
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2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
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Revenue from operations |
127.07 |
- |
468.36 |
- |
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Other income |
1.92 |
46.11 |
1.92 |
46.11 |
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Total Income |
128.99 |
46.11 |
470.28 |
46.11 |
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Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Taxes |
27.54 |
4.42 |
66.30 |
4.42 |
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Less: Finance cost |
11.74 |
1.55 |
11.74 |
1.55 |
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Less: Depreciation and amortisation expenses |
8.39 |
4.46 |
8.39 |
4.46 |
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Profit Before Tax |
27.54 |
4.42 |
66.30 |
4.42 |
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Less: Provision for Tax Current Tax Deferred Tax |
(4.30) (6.32) |
0.69 0.84 |
(0.68) 21.28 |
0.69 0.84 |
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Profit After Tax |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
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Other Comprehensive Income / (Loss) (Net of Tax) |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
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Total Comprehensive Income |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
The Audited Financial Statements (including the Consolidated Financial Statements) of our Company as stated above and the Financial Statements of our subsidiary, whose financials are consolidated with that of the Company, are available on our Company''s website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
During the year ended 31st March 2025, the Board of Directors has not recommended the dividend on the Equity Shares of the Company.
⢠Standalone Total Income increased to Rs. 128.99 lakhs compared to Rs. 46.11 lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Profit Before Tax increased to Rs. 27.54 lakhs, versus Rs. 4.42 lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Profit After Tax increased to Rs. 38.15 lakhs, compared to Rs. 2.89lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Consolidated Total Income stood at Rs. 470.28 lakhs.
⢠Profit Before Tax stood at Rs. 66.30 lakhs.
⢠Profit After Tax stood at Rs. 47.50 lakhs.
This strong financial performance highlights the Company''s solid fundamentals and its commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders.
The Company does not propose to carry any amount to general reserve.
The Company has neither accepted nor renewed any deposits from the public during the year within the meaning of Section 73(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the rules made thereunder.
During the FY 24-25 there is no change in nature of business of the company.
However, the Company obtained shareholder''s approval for certain modifications to its Memorandum of Association (MOA) at the Annual General Meeting held on 30th September, 2024. These modifications included addition in the object clause pertaining to integrated facility management services and food related objects, along with other minor amendments, to be in line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
During the year, the Company had proposed acquisitions of WISPL, WSPL and MVPL through share swap arrangements.
During the year under review, the Company has acquired 100% stake in Windfield Spaces Private Limited. Accordingly, it became Wholly Owned Material Subsidiary of the Company.
During the year under review, the Board of Directors have reviewed the affairs of the subsidiary. In accordance with Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company were prepared, which form part of this Annual Report. Additionally, a separate statement
containing the salient features of financial statements of subsidiaries, associates, joint ventures of the Company in the prescribed Form AOC-1 and in compliance with Section 129(3) and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") read with the Rules issued thereunder is enclosed to this report as Annexure I.
While equity shares were allotted in pursuance of these SPAs, shareholders of WISPL and MVPL defaulted on their obligations, resulting in termination of the SPAs. Consequently, WISPL and MVPL never became subsidiaries of the Company and were not consolidated in the financial statements.
Pursuant to Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Audited Financial Statements, including the Consolidated Financial Statements and related information of the Company and Audited Annual Financial statements of the subsidiary are available on the website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
As per Regulation 16(1)(c) of Listing Regulations, Windfield Spaces Private Limited is considered as Material Subsidiary of the Company as on March 31, 2025.
As required under Regulation 16(1)(c) and 46 of the Listing Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors have approved the Policy for Determining Material Subsidiary(ies) ("Policy"). The said policy is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The Company has no Joint Venture and Associate companies during the year under review.
The details of Share capital of the Company is as under:
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Particulars |
As at 31st March, 2025 |
As at 31st March, 2024 |
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Number of Shares |
Amount |
Number of Shares |
Amount |
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Authorised Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
1,50,00,000 |
15,00,00,000 |
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Issued, Subscribed & Paid-Up Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
1,40,00,000 |
14,00,00,000 |
During the year, the Company received approval from BSE Limited, vide its letter dated 10th October, 2024, for the reclassification of PIL Enterprise Private Limited, holding 10,000 equity shares, from the "Promoter" category to the "Public" category under Regulation 31A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Consequent to this reclassification, the entire 100% shareholding of the Company is now held by public shareholders, and there are no promoter or promoter group shareholders in the Company.
Further during the year, the Company increased its authorised share capital from ^15,00,00,000 (Rupees Fifteen Crores only) comprising 1,50,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each to ^65,00,00,000 (Rupees Sixty-Five Crores only) comprising 6,50,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each, pursuant to approval of shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 30th September, 2024.
Subsequently, the issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital was increased from ^14,00,00,000 (Rupees Fourteen Crores only) comprising 1,40,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each to ^48,84,00,000 (Rupees Forty-Eight Crores Eighty-Four Lakhs only) comprising 4,88,40,000 equity shares of ^10 each, by way of allotment of 3,48,40,000 equity shares of ^10 each for consideration other than cash, pursuant to Share Purchase Agreements ("SPAs") executed for the proposed acquisitions of Welldone Integrated Services Private Limited (WISPL), Windfield Spaces Private Limited (WSPL), and Marvelous Vickyfoods Private Limited (MVPL).
However, as shareholders of WISPL and MVPL failed to discharge their obligations under the respective SPAs, the Board of Directors at its meeting held on 10th July, 2025, resolved to forfeit 2,26,50,000 equity shares allotted to such shareholders. Consequent to the forfeiture, the Company''s paid-up share capital stands reduced to ^26,19,00,000 (Rupees Twenty-Six Crores Nineteen Lakhs only) comprising 2,61,90,000 equity shares of ^10 each. The impact of the forfeiture will be reflected in the financial statements of the subsequent period, as shown below:
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Details of Forfeiture of shares: |
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Particulars |
As at 10th July, 2025 |
As at 31st March, 2025 |
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Number of Shares |
Amount |
Number of Shares |
Amount |
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Authorised Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
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Issued, Subscribed Capital: (Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each) |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
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Forfeited Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each Less: |
(2,26,50,000) |
NIL |
NIL |
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Paid-Up Capital (Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each) |
2,61,90,000 |
26,19,00,000 |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
9. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:Composition of the Board
The Company is managed by Professional Board of Directors comprising of 7 (seven) Professional Directors as on date of this Report comprising:
(i) Three Non-Executive Independent Directors, one of whom is a Woman Independent Director;
(ii) One Non-Executive Non-Independent Director; and
(iii) Three Executive Directors one of whom serves as the Director & Chief Financial Officer.
The Board of the Company as on end of the financial year i.e. March 31, 2025 is as under:
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Name of the Director |
DIN |
Designation |
Date of appointment |
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Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra |
06919510 |
Executive Director |
January 10, 2020 |
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Mr. Raviprakash Narayan Vyas |
07893486 |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
January 10,2020 |
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Mr. Narendra Chaturbhuj Purohit |
08686794 |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
February 14, 2020 |
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Mrs. Unnatti Nishant Jain |
07910214 |
Non-Executive Woman Independent Director, Chairperson |
April 22, 2019 |
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Mr. Paras Bhojani |
07079341 |
Non-Executive NonIndependent Director |
August 28, 2020 |
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Mrs. Kalpana Jha |
08853652 |
Executive Director |
August 28, 2020 |
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Mr. Anand Jain |
07730608 |
Whole-Time Director |
March 15, 2025 |
The Board consists of professionals with diverse functional expertise, industry experience, educational qualifications and gender mix relevant to fulfilling the Company''s objectives and strategic goals.
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified under provisions of Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013.
(a) Appointment, Re-appointment and Resignation of Directors
During the year under review, there were no changes in the Board Composition of the Company. However, designation of Ms. Unnatti Jain (DIN: 07910214) was changed from Independent Director to Independent Director and Non- Executive Chairperson of the Board with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
Mr. Paras Bhojani was redesignated from Executive Director to Non-Executive Director of the Company with effect from 31st March, 2025.
(b) Director Retiring by Rotation
As per the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Paras Bhojani (DIN: 07079341), Non- Executive Non-Independent Director of the Company, is liable to retire by rotation from the Board and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
Pursuant to Regulation 36 of the Listing Regulations and Secretarial Standard-2, a detailed profile of the Directors seeking appointment/ reappointment is provided in the Notice of the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
(c) Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)
In terms of the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Act, read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, following were Key Managerial Personnel of the Company as on March 31, 2025:
1) Mr. Anand Jain, Whole-Time Director;
2) Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra, Chief Financial Officer;
3) Mr. Sheena Poova Karkera, Chief Executive Officer; and
4) Ms. Deepika Tater, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
During the Financial Year under review and up to the date of this report, there were following changes in the positions of the KMPs.
⢠Mr. Anand Jain was appointed as Whole-Time Director of the Company and the shareholders'' approval for his appointment shall be taken in the forthcoming 42nd Annual General Meeting of the Company.
⢠Ms. Deepika Tater, resigned from the post of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company with effect from July 23, 2025.
⢠Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra ceased to be Chairman of the Board with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
⢠Mr. Sheena Poova Karkera was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the Company with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
Subsequent to the close of the financial year, the Company terminated the Share Purchase Agreements entered into with WISPL and MVPL and their respective shareholders with effect from 11th June, 2025, owing to non-fulfilment of obligations under the agreements. Accordingly, WISPL and MVPL did not become subsidiaries of the Company and were not consolidated in the financial statements.
Further, at its meeting held on 10th July, 2025, the Board of Directors forfeited 2,26,50,000 equity shares earlier allotted to the shareholders of WISPL and MVPL. The paid-up capital has been reduced accordingly, and such shareholders have been excluded from corporate communications, voting and AGM participation, pending extinguishment of their holdings from depositories.
This action was carried out after year end and therefore is not reflected in the FY 2024-25 audited financial statements. The impact will be recorded in the financial statements of the subsequent reporting period.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Act, Ms. Unnatti Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit, Independent Directors of the Company as on 31st March, 2025 have given their declarations to the Board that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act, Regulation 16(1)(b) and Regulation 25 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and are qualified to be Independent Directors pursuant to Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. The Independent Directors are in compliance with the Code of Conduct prescribed under Schedule IV of the Act.
Further, the Independent Directors have confirmed that they have included their names in the Independent Director''s databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs in terms of Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014.
The Board is of the opinion that all the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience and expertise in the fields of strategy, planning and execution, management and leadership, functional and managerial experience, legal and risk management, corporate governance systems and practices, finance, banking and accounts and they hold highest standards of integrity.
During the financial year 2024-25 a separate meeting of Independent Directors was held without the presence of executive directors or management representatives and the following matters were discussed:
⢠the performance of non-Independent directors and the Board as a whole;
⢠the performance of the Chairman of the Company, taking into account the views of executive directors and non-executive directors; and
⢠assess 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.
The Company has received a certificate from Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Company Secretaries pursuant to Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V Para C clause (10)(i) of the Listing Regulations, confirming that none of the Directors on the Board of the Company have been debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as Directors of companies by the SEBI, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, or any such other statutory authority. The same forms part of the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
The annual evaluation process of the Board of Directors, individual Directors and Committees was conducted in accordance with the provision of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Board evaluated its performance after seeking inputs from all the directors on the basis of 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 criteria such as the composition of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc. The above criteria are as provided in the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
The evaluation was done in accordance with the framework and criteria laid down by the NRC. Further, at a separate meeting, the Independent Directors evaluated performance of Non-Independent Directors, Board as a whole and of the Chairman of the Board.
All Independent Directors are familiarized with the operations and functioning of the Company at the time of their appointment and on an ongoing basis. The details of the induction and familiarization programmes are available on the Company''s website at
https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera (Firm Registration No.: 018796C) Chartered Accountants, Mumbai were the Statutory Auditors of the Company from financial year 2023-24 till 2027-28. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, (the "Act"), read with applicable Rules framed thereunder, the term of M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants, expires at the conclusion of the AGM to be held in the year 2028. However, due to their pre-occupation, they have resigned from the position of Statutory Auditors of the Company vide their letter dated 14th August, 2025, resulting into a casual vacancy in the office of Statutory Auditors of the Company as envisaged by section 139(8) of the
Companies Act, 2013. The Board of Directors placed on record their appreciation for the services rendered by M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera (Firm Registration No.: 018796C) Chartered Accountants, Mumbai.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors of the Company has, at its meeting held on 20th August, 2025, appointed M/s. ARCK & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No.: 138758W), as Statutory Auditors of the Company to fill the casual vacancy caused by resignation of M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants to hold office till the conclusion of this AGM.
Also pursuant to the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board at its meeting held on 20th August, 2025 has proposed the appointment of M/s. ARCK & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No.: 138758W), as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five consecutive years, to hold office from the conclusion of this AGM till the conclusion of AGM to be held in the year 2030 subject to approval of members of the Company at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held within 3 months.
The Statutory Auditors have confirmed that they continue to be eligible and are not disqualified from continuing as Statutory Auditors of the Company.
⢠The Statutory Auditors have made certain qualifications in their report with respect to investments of the Company in the Standalone Financial Statements and Consolidated Financial Statements, the details of which has been provided in the Basis for Qualified Opinion and Emphasis of Matter.
Reply by the Board:-The detailed response and the requisite details for the said qualification has been provided by the management in the Basis for Qualified Opinion and Emphasis of Matter of the Auditors reports provided for Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements and in the Notes to Accounts of the Financial Statements. The Board, after due consideration, is of the view that the management explanation given therein adequately addresses the Auditor''s remark.
⢠The Statutory Auditors have provided remarks on Internal Financial controls of the Company.
Reply by the Board:-The Board, after due consideration of the management''s views, believes that the Company has in place adequate internal financial control systems, commensurate with the size and nature of its business operations, and that such controls are operating effectively. At the same time, the Board recognizes the importance of continuous improvement in internal control mechanisms.
The Company is not required to keep cost records or appoint cost auditors.
iii. Secretarial Auditors and Secretarial Audit Report:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board had appointed M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, a firm of Company Secretaries in Practice, to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 is enclosed to this report as "Annexure II".
The Company is in compliance with the Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
⢠The Auditor report have provided qualification with respect to appointment of Mr. Anand Jain as an Additional Director in the category of Whole-time Director for which shareholders'' approval was not taken within timeframe of 3 months as per SEBI regulations.
Reply by the Board:- The Board clarifies that the delay in obtaining shareholder approval was inadvertent and occurred due to procedural oversight. However, the necessary resolution for approval of his appointment has since been placed before the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting to regularize his appointment.
Further, in accordance with the recent amendment to Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, a listed entity can appoint individual as Secretarial Auditor for one term of five consecutive years and a Secretarial Audit firm for a maximum of two terms of five consecutive years, subject to approval by the shareholders at the AGM.
Accordingly, the Company on recommendation of the Audit Committee, at its Board meeting dated August 20, 2025, has approved the appointment of Sharatkumar Shetty & Associates, Company Secretaries (P.R. No. 2326/2022), as Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a period of five (5) years to conduct Secretarial Audit for the financial year ended 2025-26 to financial year ended 2029-30 and their appointment is recommended for approval of the Shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company. Sharatkumar Shetty & Associates, Company Secretaries have confirmed that they meet the eligibility criteria.
Annual Secretarial Compliance Report
The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025 in relation to compliance of all applicable Listing Regulations / Circulars / guidelines issued thereunder, pursuant to requirement of Regulation 24A of the Listing Regulations was obtained from Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Company Secretaries (P.R. No. 2582/2022). The same was submitted to stock exchanges within the given timeframe. The report is available on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
Secretarial Audit Report of Material Subsidiaries
As per provisions of Section 204 of the Act and Listing Regulations, Secretarial Auditor of the material subsidiary of the Company i.e. Windfield Spaces Private Limited has undertaken Secretarial Audit and their Secretarial Audit Report for Financial Year 2024-25 is annexed herewith as "Annexure IN". The Report does not contain any adverse marks, qualification, reservation, adverse comments or disclaimers.
The Board, upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has appointed M/s. Motilal & Associates LLP, as the Internal Auditor of the Company for financial year 2024-2025.
The Internal audit plan is approved by the Audit Committee and Internal audits are undertaken on a periodic basis to independently validate the existing controls. Internal Audit Reports are regularly reviewed by the management and corrective action is initiated to strengthen controls and enhance the effectiveness of existing systems.
Significant audit observations, if any, are presented to the Audit Committee along with the status of management actions and the progress of implementation of recommendations.
Internal Audit of the Company is carried out on a regular basis to check the internal controls and functioning of the activities and recommend ways of improvement and the reports are placed before the Audit Committee and Board for review and consideration. The Audit Committee also reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
The Company recognises that risk is an integral and inevitable part of business and is fully committed to manage the risks in a proactive and efficient manner. The Company''s governance structure has well-defined roles and responsibilities, which enable and empower the Management to identify, assess and leverage business opportunities and manage risks effectively. The Company has been on a continuous basis reviewing and streamlining its various operational and business risks. The Company has a disciplined process for continuously assessing risks, in the internal and external environment along with minimising the impact of risks.
Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuous basis.
To identify, assess and manage risks effectively, the company has developed a Risk Management Policy. The same is uploaded on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The Management Discussion and Analysis of financial condition, including the results of operations of the Company for the year under review as required under Regulation 34(2)(e) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is provided as a "Annexure IV".
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Act, a copy of the Annual Return for the year under review shall be made available on the Company''s website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The details of investments made are disclosed in the Financial Statements of the Company. Further, the Company has not provided guarantees, not given any loan or provided security during the year under review.
All related party transactions, if any, that were entered into during the Financial Year were on an arm''s length basis and were in the ordinary course of business as part of Company''s philosophy of adhering to highest ethical standards, transparency and accountability. These transactions are not likely to have any conflict with Company''s interest.
All Related Party Transactions up to March 31, 2025 were placed before the Audit Committee and the Board for Approval. Also, prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was obtained for Related Party Transactions for the Financial Year 2024-25.
The particulars of transactions between the Company and its related parties as per the Accounting Standard-18 are set out in Notes to Accounts in the Financial Statements annexed with this report. In line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Board has approved a policy on related party transactions. Accordingly, no transactions were required to be reported in Form AOC-2 in terms of Section 134 of the Act read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
11 (Eleven) meetings of the Board of Directors were held during the year. Details of Board, its Meetings, composition and the attendance of Directors are provided in Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Company has following 3 (three) statutory committees in compliance with the requirements of the Act and Listing Regulations:
(i) Audit Committee,
(ii) Nomination & Remuneration Committee,
(iii) Stakeholders Relationship Committee.
Details of composition of the committee during the year, changes therein, number of meetings held and attendance of Committee Members thereof during the Financial Year under review are provided in Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Audit Committee comprises of 3 (three) members, two-third members of whom are Independent Directors. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 6 (Six) times during the financial year. All recommendations of the Audit Committee have been accepted by the Board.
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The Company has a Nomination and Remuneration Committee comprising of 3 (three) members, of which all members are Non-Executive Directors and two-third members are Independent Directors. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 5 (Five) times during the financial year.
The Committee has formulated the Nomination, Remuneration & Performance Evaluation Policy under the provisions of Section 178(3).
Stakeholders Relationship Committee
Stakeholders Relationship Committee of Directors comprises of 3 (three) members, including one Independent Director. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 4 (Four) times during the financial year.
23. DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance systems established and maintained by the Company, work performed by the internal, statutory and secretarial auditors including audit of internal financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the reviews performed by Management and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company''s internal financial controls were adequate and effective during the financial year 2024-25.
The Directors further confirm that the financial statements of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2025 appropriately disclose the position of issued and paid-up capital as at year end, and that the subsequent forfeiture of 2,26,50,000 equity shares due to non-payment of first and final call monies by the holders of these shares, the impact will be reflected in the financial statements of the following reporting period, as more fully explained in this Report.
Accordingly, pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) and 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the best of their knowledge and ability, confirm that-
i. in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and that there are no material departures;
ii. they have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of financial year and of the profit of the Company for the year;
iii. they have 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;
iv. they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
v. they have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively;
vi. they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively
The report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 forms an integral part of this report and is provided as "Annexure V".
A certificate from M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliance on conditions of corporate governance as stipulated in the Listing Regulations is also appended to the report on Corporate Governance.
The Company shares are listed on the BSE Ltd and the Company has paid the listing fees for the Financial Year 2024-25. The shares of the Company are traded at BSE Ltd having Nation-wide terminals.
Your Company has in place a vigil mechanism for directors and employees to report concerns about unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud or violation of your Company''s Code of Conduct.
Under the vigil mechanism of the Company, which also incorporates a Whistle Blower Policy in terms of Regulation 22 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, protected disclosures can be made by a whistle blower through an e-mail, or dedicated telephone line or a letter to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. Adequate safeguards are provided against victimization to those who avail of the vigil mechanism.
The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company''s website at the https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
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DISCLOSURES AS PER SCHEDULE V OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013 |
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Name of the Director |
Anand Jain |
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Salary & Allowance |
Upto 6,00,000/- per annum During the year FY 2024-25, remuneration of 350 was paid |
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Perquisites |
Nil |
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Commission |
Nil |
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Service Contract/ Tenure |
As mutually agreed |
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Performance linked incentive |
Nil |
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Notice Period |
As mutually agreed |
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Severance Fees |
Nil |
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Stock Option |
Nil |
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Pension |
Nil |
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Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(m) of the Act read with Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, following
i. The steps taken or impact on conservation of energy - The Operations of the Company are not energy intensive. However, adequate measures have been initiated for conservation of energy.
ii. The steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate source of energy - Company shall consider on adoption of alternate source of energy as and when the need arises.
iii. The Capital Investment on energy conversation equipment - No Capital Investment during the Financial Year under review.
i. The efforts made towards technology absorption. - Minimum technology required for Business is absorbed.
ii. The benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution - Not Applicable.
iii. In case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year) - Not Applicable.
iv. The expenditure incurred on Research and development - Not Applicable.
c) Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo- During the financial year under review, there were no foreign exchange earnings and outgo.
The internal financial controls with reference to the Financial Statements are commensurate with the size and nature of business of the Company. During the year, such control was tested and no reportable material weakness in the design or operation was observed.
Disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details 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 enclosed as Annexure VI forming part of this Annual Report.
The Company does not have any of its securities lying in demat/ unclaimed suspense account arising out of public/bonus/right issues as at 31st March, 2025. Hence, the particulars relating to aggregate number of shareholders and the outstanding securities in suspense account and other related matters does not arise.
The Company has a Nomination, Remuneration & Performance Evaluation Policy for appointment, remuneration and evaluation of performance of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management pursuant to Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations.
Following are the salient features of the policy:
⢠To guide the Board in relation to appointment and removal of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management;
⢠Provides a criteria for selection based on integrity, qualifications, and experience
⢠To recommend to the Board on remuneration payable to the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management;
⢠To evaluate the performance of the Board, Committees, and individual Directors and provide necessary report to the Board for further evaluation;
⢠Constitution of a Nomination & Remuneration Committee to oversee appointments, evaluations, and remuneration.
⢠To devise a policy on Board diversity.
The policy covers the appointment criteria and qualifications, positive attributes, independence and remuneration of its Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management Personnel and the same is available on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
During the FY 2024-25, Corporate Social Responsibility is not applicable to the company.
As required under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, the Company has implemented a policy on prevention, prohibition and redressal of sexual harassment at workplace. This has been widely communicated internally. Your Company has constituted ''Internal Complaints Committee'' to redress complaints relating to sexual harassment at its workplaces. The Company has not received any complaints relating to sexual harassment during financial year 2024-25.
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The details of number of Sexual Harassment Complaints are as mentioned below: |
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Sr No. |
Particulars |
Number of Complaints |
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1. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints received |
0 |
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2. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints disposed off |
0 |
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3. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints pending beyond 90 days. |
0 |
The provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 are not applicable to the Company as the number of employees is below the prescribed threshold limit specified under the said Act.
During the Financial Year under review, none of the Auditors have reported any instances of frauds in the Company by its officers or employees, to the Audit Committee or the Board pursuant to the provisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Your Company has established a Code of Conduct and Code of Fair Disclosures for Prohibition of Insider Trading ("Code of Conduct" or "Code") which is applicable to the Employees, Directors, designated persons, immediate relatives of designated persons and connected persons of the Company. The Code lays down the standard of conduct, which is expected to be followed by the Directors and employees in their business dealings, and in particular, on matters relating to integrity in the work place, dealing with stakeholders and in business practices. All the Board Members and the Senior Management employees have confirmed compliance with the Code. The Code is available on website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html.
There are no significant material orders passed by the Courts/ Regulators or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Company''s operations in future.
As per requirements of the SEBI Listing Regulations and applicable Accounting Standards, your Company has made proper disclosures in the Financial Statements. The applicable Accounting Standards have been duly adopted pursuant to the provisions of Sections 129 and 133 of the Act.
The Company has complied with all applicable mandatory Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
During the year under review, there were no application made or proceedings pending in the name of the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
During the year under review, there has been no one time settlement of Loans taken from Banks and Financial Institutions.
In terms of applicable provisions of the Act and Listing Regulations, the Company discloses that during the Financial Year under review:
i) There was no scheme for provision of money for the purchase of our own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees.
ii) There was no issue of shares with differential rights.
iii) There was no transfer of unpaid or unclaimed amount to Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
Your Directors take this opportunity to convey their deep sense of gratitude for valuable assistance and Cooperation extended to the Company by all valued customers and bankers of the Company. Your Directors also wish to place on record their sincere appreciation for the valued contribution, unstinted efforts by the employees at all levels which contributed, in no small measure, to the progress and the high performance of the Company during the year under review.
Mar 31, 2025
Board of Directors hereby present the 42nd Annual Report on the business and operations of Parle Industries Limited together with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025.
The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
The financial performance of the Company, for the Financial Year ended on 31st March, 2025 is summarized below:
(Amount in Lakhs)
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PARTICULARS |
STANDALONE |
CONSOLIDATED |
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2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
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Revenue from operations |
127.07 |
- |
468.36 |
- |
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Other income |
1.92 |
46.11 |
1.92 |
46.11 |
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Total Income |
128.99 |
46.11 |
470.28 |
46.11 |
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Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Taxes |
27.54 |
4.42 |
66.30 |
4.42 |
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Less: Finance cost |
11.74 |
1.55 |
11.74 |
1.55 |
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Less: Depreciation and amortisation expenses |
8.39 |
4.46 |
8.39 |
4.46 |
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Profit Before Tax |
27.54 |
4.42 |
66.30 |
4.42 |
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Less: Provision for Tax Current Tax Deferred Tax |
(4.30) (6.32) |
0.69 0.84 |
(0.68) 21.28 |
0.69 0.84 |
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Profit After Tax |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
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Other Comprehensive Income / (Loss) (Net of Tax) |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
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Total Comprehensive Income |
38.15 |
2.89 |
45.70 |
2.89 |
The Audited Financial Statements (including the Consolidated Financial Statements) of our Company as stated above and the Financial Statements of our subsidiary, whose financials are consolidated with that of the Company, are available on our Company''s website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
During the year ended 31st March 2025, the Board of Directors has not recommended the dividend on the Equity Shares of the Company.
⢠Standalone Total Income increased to Rs. 128.99 lakhs compared to Rs. 46.11 lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Profit Before Tax increased to Rs. 27.54 lakhs, versus Rs. 4.42 lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Profit After Tax increased to Rs. 38.15 lakhs, compared to Rs. 2.89lakhs in the previous financial year.
⢠Consolidated Total Income stood at Rs. 470.28 lakhs.
⢠Profit Before Tax stood at Rs. 66.30 lakhs.
⢠Profit After Tax stood at Rs. 47.50 lakhs.
This strong financial performance highlights the Company''s solid fundamentals and its commitment to delivering long-term value to shareholders.
The Company does not propose to carry any amount to general reserve.
The Company has neither accepted nor renewed any deposits from the public during the year within the meaning of Section 73(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the rules made thereunder.
During the FY 24-25 there is no change in nature of business of the company.
However, the Company obtained shareholder''s approval for certain modifications to its Memorandum of Association (MOA) at the Annual General Meeting held on 30th September, 2024. These modifications included addition in the object clause pertaining to integrated facility management services and food related objects, along with other minor amendments, to be in line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
During the year, the Company had proposed acquisitions of WISPL, WSPL and MVPL through share swap arrangements.
During the year under review, the Company has acquired 100% stake in Windfield Spaces Private Limited. Accordingly, it became Wholly Owned Material Subsidiary of the Company.
During the year under review, the Board of Directors have reviewed the affairs of the subsidiary. In accordance with Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company were prepared, which form part of this Annual Report. Additionally, a separate statement
containing the salient features of financial statements of subsidiaries, associates, joint ventures of the Company in the prescribed Form AOC-1 and in compliance with Section 129(3) and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") read with the Rules issued thereunder is enclosed to this report as Annexure I.
While equity shares were allotted in pursuance of these SPAs, shareholders of WISPL and MVPL defaulted on their obligations, resulting in termination of the SPAs. Consequently, WISPL and MVPL never became subsidiaries of the Company and were not consolidated in the financial statements.
Pursuant to Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Audited Financial Statements, including the Consolidated Financial Statements and related information of the Company and Audited Annual Financial statements of the subsidiary are available on the website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
As per Regulation 16(1)(c) of Listing Regulations, Windfield Spaces Private Limited is considered as Material Subsidiary of the Company as on March 31, 2025.
As required under Regulation 16(1)(c) and 46 of the Listing Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors have approved the Policy for Determining Material Subsidiary(ies) ("Policy"). The said policy is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The Company has no Joint Venture and Associate companies during the year under review.
The details of Share capital of the Company is as under:
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Particulars |
As at 31st March, 2025 |
As at 31st March, 2024 |
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Number of Shares |
Amount |
Number of Shares |
Amount |
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Authorised Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
1,50,00,000 |
15,00,00,000 |
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Issued, Subscribed & Paid-Up Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
1,40,00,000 |
14,00,00,000 |
During the year, the Company received approval from BSE Limited, vide its letter dated 10th October, 2024, for the reclassification of PIL Enterprise Private Limited, holding 10,000 equity shares, from the "Promoter" category to the "Public" category under Regulation 31A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Consequent to this reclassification, the entire 100% shareholding of the Company is now held by public shareholders, and there are no promoter or promoter group shareholders in the Company.
Further during the year, the Company increased its authorised share capital from ^15,00,00,000 (Rupees Fifteen Crores only) comprising 1,50,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each to ^65,00,00,000 (Rupees Sixty-Five Crores only) comprising 6,50,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each, pursuant to approval of shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 30th September, 2024.
Subsequently, the issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital was increased from ^14,00,00,000 (Rupees Fourteen Crores only) comprising 1,40,00,000 equity shares of ^10 each to ^48,84,00,000 (Rupees Forty-Eight Crores Eighty-Four Lakhs only) comprising 4,88,40,000 equity shares of ^10 each, by way of allotment of 3,48,40,000 equity shares of ^10 each for consideration other than cash, pursuant to Share Purchase Agreements ("SPAs") executed for the proposed acquisitions of Welldone Integrated Services Private Limited (WISPL), Windfield Spaces Private Limited (WSPL), and Marvelous Vickyfoods Private Limited (MVPL).
However, as shareholders of WISPL and MVPL failed to discharge their obligations under the respective SPAs, the Board of Directors at its meeting held on 10th July, 2025, resolved to forfeit 2,26,50,000 equity shares allotted to such shareholders. Consequent to the forfeiture, the Company''s paid-up share capital stands reduced to ^26,19,00,000 (Rupees Twenty-Six Crores Nineteen Lakhs only) comprising 2,61,90,000 equity shares of ^10 each. The impact of the forfeiture will be reflected in the financial statements of the subsequent period, as shown below:
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Details of Forfeiture of shares: |
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Particulars |
As at 10th July, 2025 |
As at 31st March, 2025 |
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Number of Shares |
Amount |
Number of Shares |
Amount |
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Authorised Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
6,50,00,000 |
65,00,00,000 |
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Issued, Subscribed Capital: (Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each) |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
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Forfeited Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each Less: |
(2,26,50,000) |
NIL |
NIL |
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Paid-Up Capital (Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each) |
2,61,90,000 |
26,19,00,000 |
4,88,40,000 |
48,84,00,000 |
9. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:Composition of the Board
The Company is managed by Professional Board of Directors comprising of 7 (seven) Professional Directors as on date of this Report comprising:
(i) Three Non-Executive Independent Directors, one of whom is a Woman Independent Director;
(ii) One Non-Executive Non-Independent Director; and
(iii) Three Executive Directors one of whom serves as the Director & Chief Financial Officer.
The Board of the Company as on end of the financial year i.e. March 31, 2025 is as under:
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Name of the Director |
DIN |
Designation |
Date of appointment |
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Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra |
06919510 |
Executive Director |
January 10, 2020 |
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Mr. Raviprakash Narayan Vyas |
07893486 |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
January 10,2020 |
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Mr. Narendra Chaturbhuj Purohit |
08686794 |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
February 14, 2020 |
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Mrs. Unnatti Nishant Jain |
07910214 |
Non-Executive Woman Independent Director, Chairperson |
April 22, 2019 |
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Mr. Paras Bhojani |
07079341 |
Non-Executive NonIndependent Director |
August 28, 2020 |
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Mrs. Kalpana Jha |
08853652 |
Executive Director |
August 28, 2020 |
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Mr. Anand Jain |
07730608 |
Whole-Time Director |
March 15, 2025 |
The Board consists of professionals with diverse functional expertise, industry experience, educational qualifications and gender mix relevant to fulfilling the Company''s objectives and strategic goals.
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified under provisions of Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013.
(a) Appointment, Re-appointment and Resignation of Directors
During the year under review, there were no changes in the Board Composition of the Company. However, designation of Ms. Unnatti Jain (DIN: 07910214) was changed from Independent Director to Independent Director and Non- Executive Chairperson of the Board with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
Mr. Paras Bhojani was redesignated from Executive Director to Non-Executive Director of the Company with effect from 31st March, 2025.
(b) Director Retiring by Rotation
As per the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Paras Bhojani (DIN: 07079341), Non- Executive Non-Independent Director of the Company, is liable to retire by rotation from the Board and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
Pursuant to Regulation 36 of the Listing Regulations and Secretarial Standard-2, a detailed profile of the Directors seeking appointment/ reappointment is provided in the Notice of the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
(c) Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)
In terms of the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Act, read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, following were Key Managerial Personnel of the Company as on March 31, 2025:
1) Mr. Anand Jain, Whole-Time Director;
2) Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra, Chief Financial Officer;
3) Mr. Sheena Poova Karkera, Chief Executive Officer; and
4) Ms. Deepika Tater, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
During the Financial Year under review and up to the date of this report, there were following changes in the positions of the KMPs.
⢠Mr. Anand Jain was appointed as Whole-Time Director of the Company and the shareholders'' approval for his appointment shall be taken in the forthcoming 42nd Annual General Meeting of the Company.
⢠Ms. Deepika Tater, resigned from the post of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company with effect from July 23, 2025.
⢠Mr. Rakeshkumar Dinesh Mishra ceased to be Chairman of the Board with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
⢠Mr. Sheena Poova Karkera was appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the Company with effect from 03rd August, 2024.
Subsequent to the close of the financial year, the Company terminated the Share Purchase Agreements entered into with WISPL and MVPL and their respective shareholders with effect from 11th June, 2025, owing to non-fulfilment of obligations under the agreements. Accordingly, WISPL and MVPL did not become subsidiaries of the Company and were not consolidated in the financial statements.
Further, at its meeting held on 10th July, 2025, the Board of Directors forfeited 2,26,50,000 equity shares earlier allotted to the shareholders of WISPL and MVPL. The paid-up capital has been reduced accordingly, and such shareholders have been excluded from corporate communications, voting and AGM participation, pending extinguishment of their holdings from depositories.
This action was carried out after year end and therefore is not reflected in the FY 2024-25 audited financial statements. The impact will be recorded in the financial statements of the subsequent reporting period.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Act, Ms. Unnatti Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit, Independent Directors of the Company as on 31st March, 2025 have given their declarations to the Board that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act, Regulation 16(1)(b) and Regulation 25 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and are qualified to be Independent Directors pursuant to Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. The Independent Directors are in compliance with the Code of Conduct prescribed under Schedule IV of the Act.
Further, the Independent Directors have confirmed that they have included their names in the Independent Director''s databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs in terms of Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014.
The Board is of the opinion that all the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience and expertise in the fields of strategy, planning and execution, management and leadership, functional and managerial experience, legal and risk management, corporate governance systems and practices, finance, banking and accounts and they hold highest standards of integrity.
During the financial year 2024-25 a separate meeting of Independent Directors was held without the presence of executive directors or management representatives and the following matters were discussed:
⢠the performance of non-Independent directors and the Board as a whole;
⢠the performance of the Chairman of the Company, taking into account the views of executive directors and non-executive directors; and
⢠assess 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.
The Company has received a certificate from Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Company Secretaries pursuant to Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V Para C clause (10)(i) of the Listing Regulations, confirming that none of the Directors on the Board of the Company have been debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as Directors of companies by the SEBI, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, or any such other statutory authority. The same forms part of the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
The annual evaluation process of the Board of Directors, individual Directors and Committees was conducted in accordance with the provision of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Board evaluated its performance after seeking inputs from all the directors on the basis of 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 criteria such as the composition of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc. The above criteria are as provided in the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
The evaluation was done in accordance with the framework and criteria laid down by the NRC. Further, at a separate meeting, the Independent Directors evaluated performance of Non-Independent Directors, Board as a whole and of the Chairman of the Board.
All Independent Directors are familiarized with the operations and functioning of the Company at the time of their appointment and on an ongoing basis. The details of the induction and familiarization programmes are available on the Company''s website at
https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera (Firm Registration No.: 018796C) Chartered Accountants, Mumbai were the Statutory Auditors of the Company from financial year 2023-24 till 2027-28. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, (the "Act"), read with applicable Rules framed thereunder, the term of M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants, expires at the conclusion of the AGM to be held in the year 2028. However, due to their pre-occupation, they have resigned from the position of Statutory Auditors of the Company vide their letter dated 14th August, 2025, resulting into a casual vacancy in the office of Statutory Auditors of the Company as envisaged by section 139(8) of the
Companies Act, 2013. The Board of Directors placed on record their appreciation for the services rendered by M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera (Firm Registration No.: 018796C) Chartered Accountants, Mumbai.
Pursuant to the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors of the Company has, at its meeting held on 20th August, 2025, appointed M/s. ARCK & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No.: 138758W), as Statutory Auditors of the Company to fill the casual vacancy caused by resignation of M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants to hold office till the conclusion of this AGM.
Also pursuant to the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board at its meeting held on 20th August, 2025 has proposed the appointment of M/s. ARCK & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No.: 138758W), as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five consecutive years, to hold office from the conclusion of this AGM till the conclusion of AGM to be held in the year 2030 subject to approval of members of the Company at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held within 3 months.
The Statutory Auditors have confirmed that they continue to be eligible and are not disqualified from continuing as Statutory Auditors of the Company.
⢠The Statutory Auditors have made certain qualifications in their report with respect to investments of the Company in the Standalone Financial Statements and Consolidated Financial Statements, the details of which has been provided in the Basis for Qualified Opinion and Emphasis of Matter.
Reply by the Board:-The detailed response and the requisite details for the said qualification has been provided by the management in the Basis for Qualified Opinion and Emphasis of Matter of the Auditors reports provided for Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements and in the Notes to Accounts of the Financial Statements. The Board, after due consideration, is of the view that the management explanation given therein adequately addresses the Auditor''s remark.
⢠The Statutory Auditors have provided remarks on Internal Financial controls of the Company.
Reply by the Board:-The Board, after due consideration of the management''s views, believes that the Company has in place adequate internal financial control systems, commensurate with the size and nature of its business operations, and that such controls are operating effectively. At the same time, the Board recognizes the importance of continuous improvement in internal control mechanisms.
The Company is not required to keep cost records or appoint cost auditors.
iii. Secretarial Auditors and Secretarial Audit Report:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board had appointed M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, a firm of Company Secretaries in Practice, to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 is enclosed to this report as "Annexure II".
The Company is in compliance with the Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
⢠The Auditor report have provided qualification with respect to appointment of Mr. Anand Jain as an Additional Director in the category of Whole-time Director for which shareholders'' approval was not taken within timeframe of 3 months as per SEBI regulations.
Reply by the Board:- The Board clarifies that the delay in obtaining shareholder approval was inadvertent and occurred due to procedural oversight. However, the necessary resolution for approval of his appointment has since been placed before the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting to regularize his appointment.
Further, in accordance with the recent amendment to Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, a listed entity can appoint individual as Secretarial Auditor for one term of five consecutive years and a Secretarial Audit firm for a maximum of two terms of five consecutive years, subject to approval by the shareholders at the AGM.
Accordingly, the Company on recommendation of the Audit Committee, at its Board meeting dated August 20, 2025, has approved the appointment of Sharatkumar Shetty & Associates, Company Secretaries (P.R. No. 2326/2022), as Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a period of five (5) years to conduct Secretarial Audit for the financial year ended 2025-26 to financial year ended 2029-30 and their appointment is recommended for approval of the Shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company. Sharatkumar Shetty & Associates, Company Secretaries have confirmed that they meet the eligibility criteria.
Annual Secretarial Compliance Report
The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025 in relation to compliance of all applicable Listing Regulations / Circulars / guidelines issued thereunder, pursuant to requirement of Regulation 24A of the Listing Regulations was obtained from Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Company Secretaries (P.R. No. 2582/2022). The same was submitted to stock exchanges within the given timeframe. The report is available on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
Secretarial Audit Report of Material Subsidiaries
As per provisions of Section 204 of the Act and Listing Regulations, Secretarial Auditor of the material subsidiary of the Company i.e. Windfield Spaces Private Limited has undertaken Secretarial Audit and their Secretarial Audit Report for Financial Year 2024-25 is annexed herewith as "Annexure IN". The Report does not contain any adverse marks, qualification, reservation, adverse comments or disclaimers.
The Board, upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has appointed M/s. Motilal & Associates LLP, as the Internal Auditor of the Company for financial year 2024-2025.
The Internal audit plan is approved by the Audit Committee and Internal audits are undertaken on a periodic basis to independently validate the existing controls. Internal Audit Reports are regularly reviewed by the management and corrective action is initiated to strengthen controls and enhance the effectiveness of existing systems.
Significant audit observations, if any, are presented to the Audit Committee along with the status of management actions and the progress of implementation of recommendations.
Internal Audit of the Company is carried out on a regular basis to check the internal controls and functioning of the activities and recommend ways of improvement and the reports are placed before the Audit Committee and Board for review and consideration. The Audit Committee also reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
The Company recognises that risk is an integral and inevitable part of business and is fully committed to manage the risks in a proactive and efficient manner. The Company''s governance structure has well-defined roles and responsibilities, which enable and empower the Management to identify, assess and leverage business opportunities and manage risks effectively. The Company has been on a continuous basis reviewing and streamlining its various operational and business risks. The Company has a disciplined process for continuously assessing risks, in the internal and external environment along with minimising the impact of risks.
Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuous basis.
To identify, assess and manage risks effectively, the company has developed a Risk Management Policy. The same is uploaded on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The Management Discussion and Analysis of financial condition, including the results of operations of the Company for the year under review as required under Regulation 34(2)(e) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is provided as a "Annexure IV".
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Act, a copy of the Annual Return for the year under review shall be made available on the Company''s website at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
The details of investments made are disclosed in the Financial Statements of the Company. Further, the Company has not provided guarantees, not given any loan or provided security during the year under review.
All related party transactions, if any, that were entered into during the Financial Year were on an arm''s length basis and were in the ordinary course of business as part of Company''s philosophy of adhering to highest ethical standards, transparency and accountability. These transactions are not likely to have any conflict with Company''s interest.
All Related Party Transactions up to March 31, 2025 were placed before the Audit Committee and the Board for Approval. Also, prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was obtained for Related Party Transactions for the Financial Year 2024-25.
The particulars of transactions between the Company and its related parties as per the Accounting Standard-18 are set out in Notes to Accounts in the Financial Statements annexed with this report. In line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Board has approved a policy on related party transactions. Accordingly, no transactions were required to be reported in Form AOC-2 in terms of Section 134 of the Act read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
11 (Eleven) meetings of the Board of Directors were held during the year. Details of Board, its Meetings, composition and the attendance of Directors are provided in Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Company has following 3 (three) statutory committees in compliance with the requirements of the Act and Listing Regulations:
(i) Audit Committee,
(ii) Nomination & Remuneration Committee,
(iii) Stakeholders Relationship Committee.
Details of composition of the committee during the year, changes therein, number of meetings held and attendance of Committee Members thereof during the Financial Year under review are provided in Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Audit Committee comprises of 3 (three) members, two-third members of whom are Independent Directors. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 6 (Six) times during the financial year. All recommendations of the Audit Committee have been accepted by the Board.
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The Company has a Nomination and Remuneration Committee comprising of 3 (three) members, of which all members are Non-Executive Directors and two-third members are Independent Directors. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 5 (Five) times during the financial year.
The Committee has formulated the Nomination, Remuneration & Performance Evaluation Policy under the provisions of Section 178(3).
Stakeholders Relationship Committee
Stakeholders Relationship Committee of Directors comprises of 3 (three) members, including one Independent Director. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director. The Committee met 4 (Four) times during the financial year.
23. DIRECTORS'' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance systems established and maintained by the Company, work performed by the internal, statutory and secretarial auditors including audit of internal financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the reviews performed by Management and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company''s internal financial controls were adequate and effective during the financial year 2024-25.
The Directors further confirm that the financial statements of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2025 appropriately disclose the position of issued and paid-up capital as at year end, and that the subsequent forfeiture of 2,26,50,000 equity shares due to non-payment of first and final call monies by the holders of these shares, the impact will be reflected in the financial statements of the following reporting period, as more fully explained in this Report.
Accordingly, pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) and 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the best of their knowledge and ability, confirm that-
i. in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and that there are no material departures;
ii. they have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of financial year and of the profit of the Company for the year;
iii. they have 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;
iv. they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
v. they have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively;
vi. they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively
The report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 forms an integral part of this report and is provided as "Annexure V".
A certificate from M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliance on conditions of corporate governance as stipulated in the Listing Regulations is also appended to the report on Corporate Governance.
The Company shares are listed on the BSE Ltd and the Company has paid the listing fees for the Financial Year 2024-25. The shares of the Company are traded at BSE Ltd having Nation-wide terminals.
Your Company has in place a vigil mechanism for directors and employees to report concerns about unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud or violation of your Company''s Code of Conduct.
Under the vigil mechanism of the Company, which also incorporates a Whistle Blower Policy in terms of Regulation 22 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, protected disclosures can be made by a whistle blower through an e-mail, or dedicated telephone line or a letter to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. Adequate safeguards are provided against victimization to those who avail of the vigil mechanism.
The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company''s website at the https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
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DISCLOSURES AS PER SCHEDULE V OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013 |
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Name of the Director |
Anand Jain |
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Salary & Allowance |
Upto 6,00,000/- per annum During the year FY 2024-25, remuneration of 350 was paid |
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Perquisites |
Nil |
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Commission |
Nil |
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Service Contract/ Tenure |
As mutually agreed |
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Performance linked incentive |
Nil |
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Notice Period |
As mutually agreed |
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Severance Fees |
Nil |
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Stock Option |
Nil |
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Pension |
Nil |
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Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(m) of the Act read with Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, following
i. The steps taken or impact on conservation of energy - The Operations of the Company are not energy intensive. However, adequate measures have been initiated for conservation of energy.
ii. The steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate source of energy - Company shall consider on adoption of alternate source of energy as and when the need arises.
iii. The Capital Investment on energy conversation equipment - No Capital Investment during the Financial Year under review.
i. The efforts made towards technology absorption. - Minimum technology required for Business is absorbed.
ii. The benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution - Not Applicable.
iii. In case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year) - Not Applicable.
iv. The expenditure incurred on Research and development - Not Applicable.
c) Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo- During the financial year under review, there were no foreign exchange earnings and outgo.
The internal financial controls with reference to the Financial Statements are commensurate with the size and nature of business of the Company. During the year, such control was tested and no reportable material weakness in the design or operation was observed.
Disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details 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 enclosed as Annexure VI forming part of this Annual Report.
The Company does not have any of its securities lying in demat/ unclaimed suspense account arising out of public/bonus/right issues as at 31st March, 2025. Hence, the particulars relating to aggregate number of shareholders and the outstanding securities in suspense account and other related matters does not arise.
The Company has a Nomination, Remuneration & Performance Evaluation Policy for appointment, remuneration and evaluation of performance of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management pursuant to Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations.
Following are the salient features of the policy:
⢠To guide the Board in relation to appointment and removal of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management;
⢠Provides a criteria for selection based on integrity, qualifications, and experience
⢠To recommend to the Board on remuneration payable to the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management;
⢠To evaluate the performance of the Board, Committees, and individual Directors and provide necessary report to the Board for further evaluation;
⢠Constitution of a Nomination & Remuneration Committee to oversee appointments, evaluations, and remuneration.
⢠To devise a policy on Board diversity.
The policy covers the appointment criteria and qualifications, positive attributes, independence and remuneration of its Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management Personnel and the same is available on the website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html
During the FY 2024-25, Corporate Social Responsibility is not applicable to the company.
As required under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, the Company has implemented a policy on prevention, prohibition and redressal of sexual harassment at workplace. This has been widely communicated internally. Your Company has constituted ''Internal Complaints Committee'' to redress complaints relating to sexual harassment at its workplaces. The Company has not received any complaints relating to sexual harassment during financial year 2024-25.
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The details of number of Sexual Harassment Complaints are as mentioned below: |
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Sr No. |
Particulars |
Number of Complaints |
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1. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints received |
0 |
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2. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints disposed off |
0 |
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3. |
Number of Sexual Harassment Complaints pending beyond 90 days. |
0 |
The provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 are not applicable to the Company as the number of employees is below the prescribed threshold limit specified under the said Act.
During the Financial Year under review, none of the Auditors have reported any instances of frauds in the Company by its officers or employees, to the Audit Committee or the Board pursuant to the provisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Your Company has established a Code of Conduct and Code of Fair Disclosures for Prohibition of Insider Trading ("Code of Conduct" or "Code") which is applicable to the Employees, Directors, designated persons, immediate relatives of designated persons and connected persons of the Company. The Code lays down the standard of conduct, which is expected to be followed by the Directors and employees in their business dealings, and in particular, on matters relating to integrity in the work place, dealing with stakeholders and in business practices. All the Board Members and the Senior Management employees have confirmed compliance with the Code. The Code is available on website of the Company at https://www.parleindustries.com/investors.html.
There are no significant material orders passed by the Courts/ Regulators or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Company''s operations in future.
As per requirements of the SEBI Listing Regulations and applicable Accounting Standards, your Company has made proper disclosures in the Financial Statements. The applicable Accounting Standards have been duly adopted pursuant to the provisions of Sections 129 and 133 of the Act.
The Company has complied with all applicable mandatory Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
During the year under review, there were no application made or proceedings pending in the name of the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
During the year under review, there has been no one time settlement of Loans taken from Banks and Financial Institutions.
In terms of applicable provisions of the Act and Listing Regulations, the Company discloses that during the Financial Year under review:
i) There was no scheme for provision of money for the purchase of our own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees.
ii) There was no issue of shares with differential rights.
iii) There was no transfer of unpaid or unclaimed amount to Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
Your Directors take this opportunity to convey their deep sense of gratitude for valuable assistance and Cooperation extended to the Company by all valued customers and bankers of the Company. Your Directors also wish to place on record their sincere appreciation for the valued contribution, unstinted efforts by the employees at all levels which contributed, in no small measure, to the progress and the high performance of the Company during the year under review.
Mar 31, 2024
Board of Directors hereby present the 41st Annual Report on the business and operations of Parle Industries Limited together with the Audited Statements of Accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024.
The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") notified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
The financial performance of the Company, for the Financial Year ended on 31st March, 2024 is
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summarized below: |
(Amount in Lakhs) |
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Particulars |
Year ended 31st March, |
Year ended 31st March, |
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2024 |
2023 |
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Revenue From Operations |
- |
10.50 |
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Other Income |
46.11 |
69.61 |
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Total Income |
46.11 |
80.11 |
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Total Expenses |
41.69 |
64.02 |
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Profit before Exceptional Item And tax |
4.43 |
16.09 |
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Exceptional Item |
- |
4.35 |
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Profit Before Tax |
4.43 |
11.75 |
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Taxation: |
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Current Tax |
0.69 |
3.05 |
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Previous Tax |
- |
- |
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Deferred Tax |
0.84 |
4.79 |
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MAT Credit Entitlement |
- |
- |
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Profit for the period |
2.90 |
3.91 |
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Other Comprehensive Income (after tax) |
- |
- |
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Total Comprehensive Income for the year |
2.90 |
3.91 |
During the year ended 31st March 2024, the Board of Directors has not recommended the dividend on the Equity Shares of the Company.
During the period under review, the company reported nil revenue from operations and a decrease in profit, which fell from 3.91 Lakhs to 2.90 Lakhs compared to the previous year.
The Company does not propose to carry any amount to general reserve.
The Company has neither accepted nor renewed any deposits during the year within the meaning of Section 73(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, and the rules made thereunder.
During the FY 23-24 there is no change in nature of business of the company.
The company continues to operates primarily in the ''Infra & Real Estate'' Segment foraying in the field of Infra & Real Estate development and is poised to generate revenue from this segment in the forthcoming FY 24-25.
The company has its investments in ''Investment Segment'' and has plans to develop MRF unit catering to industrial users operating in paper waste, recycling process etc. The revenue from this Investment Segment is yet to commence, hence segment reporting is not required in accordance with Ind AS 108.
The Company has no subsidiary, Joint Venture and Associate companies.
No company has become or ceased to be the Company''s subsidiaries, joint ventures or associate companies during the year under review.
The details of Share capital of the Company is as under:
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Particulars |
As at 31st March, |
2024 |
As at 31st March, 2023 |
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Number of Shares |
Amount |
Number of Shares |
Amount |
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Authorised Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
1,50,00,000 |
15,00,00,000 |
1,50,00,000 |
15,00,00,000 |
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Issued, Subscribed & Paid-Up Capital: Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each |
1,40,00,000 |
14,00,00,000 |
1,40,00,000 |
14,00,00,000 |
During the period under review, the following changes occurred in the Company''s Board:
1. Mr. Rakeshkumar Mishra, Executive Director of the company was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of the company w.e.f. 10th February, 2024
2. Mr. Paresh Parekh and Mr. Manish Patel were relieved from the position of Chief Executive Officer and from the position of Chief Financial Officer w.e.f. 31st January, 2024
3. Mrs. Unnatti Jain (DIN: 07910214), Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company has reappointed for the second term of 5 years w.e.f. 22nd April, 2024 to 21st April, 2029.
4. Mr. Rakeshkumar Mishra (DIN - 06919510), a Director of the Company, will retire by rotation at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting and, being eligible, has offered himself for reappointment.
5. Following the period under review, the company has appointed Mr. Sheena Karkera as Chief Executive Officer of the company w.e.f. 03rd August, 2024.
Other than the above, there has been no change in the constitution of Board during the year under review i.e. the structure of the Board remains the same
Following the review period,
i. The Board of Directors, in a meeting held on 08th April, 2024, approved the reclassification of the Promoter Group in accordance with Regulation 31A of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations.
The Board subsequently filed an application with BSE Limited to seek approval for this reclassification. Upon obtaining approval by the BSE, the promoter will be reclassified as public category shareholder. Thereafter there will be no promoter in the company and will be a professionally managed company thereon.
ii. The Board of Directors, in a meeting held on 03rd September, 2024, approved the acquisition of 100% shares of M/s. Welldone Integrated Services Private Limited (WISPL), M/s. Windfield Spaces Private Limited (WSPL) and M/s. Marvelous Vickyfoods Private Limited (MVPL) for the consideration other than cash by way swap shares by issue and allotment of 1,09,00,000 Equity shares to WISPL, 1,22,00,000 Equity shares to WSPL and 1,17,50,000 Equity Shares to MVPL, at the issue price of Rs. 36/- per shares, subject to approvals from members in the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the company.
Further, the Board also approved the issue, offer and allot 2,77,777 Equity shares to M/s. Apple Capital Management Private Limited, creditor of the company for the consideration other than cash pursuant to conversion of outstanding dues standing in the books of the company.
The company continues to experience growth and transformation within the real estate sector and investment arena. This strategic move of expansion through inorganic acquisitions, positions us for enhanced market presence and diversified revenue streams. Our focus remains on delivering sustainable growth and maximizing shareholder value. Looking ahead, we anticipate continued growth driven by our strategic expansion and new business initiatives
In accordance with the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Act, Ms. Unnatti Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit, Independent Directors of the Company as on 31st March, 2024 have given their declarations to the Board that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act, Regulation 16(1)(b) and Regulation 25 of the SEBI Listing Regulations and are qualified to be Independent Directors pursuant to Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. The Independent Directors are in compliance with the Code of Conduct prescribed under Schedule IV of the Act.
Further, the Independent Directors have confirmed that they have included their names in the Independent Director''s databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs in terms of Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014.
The Board is of the opinion that both the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience and expertise in the fields of strategy, planning and execution, management and leadership, functional and managerial experience, legal and risk management,
corporate governance systems and practices, finance, banking and accounts and they hold highest standards of integrity.
During the financial year 2023-24 a separate meeting of Independent Directors was held on 31st March, 2024, without the presence of executive directors or management representatives and the following matters were discussed:
⢠the performance of non-Independent directors and the Board as a whole;
⢠the performance of the Chairman of the Company, taking into account the views of executive directors and non-executive directors; and
⢠assess 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.
The annual evaluation process of the Board of Directors, individual Directors and Committees was conducted in accordance with the provision of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Board evaluated its performance after seeking inputs from all the directors on the basis of 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 criteria such as the composition of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc. The above criteria are as provided in the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
The evaluation was done in accordance with the framework and criteria laid down by the NRC. Further, at a separate meeting, the Independent Directors evaluated performance of NonIndependent Directors, Board as a whole and of the Chairman of the Board.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Act, M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants, Mumbai (ICAI Firm Registration No. 018796C) are the Statutory Auditors of the Company, as per their appointment at the 40th AGM of the Company held on 25th September, 2023, for a period of 5 (five) years.
The requirement of seeking ratification of members for continuing the appointment of Statutory Auditors at every AGM was withdrawn by the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2017 w.e.f. 07th May, 2018.
M/s. Ajmera & Ajmera, Chartered Accountants have confirmed that they are eligible and are in compliance with the provisions specified under Section 141(3)(g) of the Act and they are not disqualified to act as Statutory Auditors in terms of the provisions of Sections 139 and 141 of the Act and the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014. The Report of the Statutory Auditor forming part of the Annual Report, does not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer. The observations made in the Auditors'' Report are self-explanatory and therefore do not call for any further comments.
The Company is not required to keep cost records or appoint cost auditors.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board had appointed M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, a firm of Company Secretaries in Practice, to undertake the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024 is enclosed to this report as "Annexure A".
The Company is in compliance with the Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
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Sr.no |
Secretarial Auditors Qualification |
Management''s Response |
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1 |
For the quarter ended 31st March, 2023 the intimation for closure of Trading Window was filed on 04th April, 2024 with a delay of 4 days as per the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. |
The same was due to inadvertent delay. Further the management will make sure for timely compliance. |
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2 |
For the Compliance Certificate required under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2015 was required to |
The same was due to inadvertent delay. Further the management will make sure for timely compliance. |
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filed by delay of 4 days for the quarter ended 31st March, 2024. |
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3 |
On 31st January, 2024, Mr. Manish Gopaldas Patel was removed from the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company. In accordance with Regulation 26A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013 the Company was required to fill the vacancy within specific time frames. It has come to our attention that the Company filed the vacant office of the CEO on 03rd August, 2024. |
The Company was making endeavor to find the suitable candidate for the position of KMP which caused the inadvertent delay in filing the causal vacancy. |
The Board, upon the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has appointed M/s. Motilal & Associates LLP, as the Internal Auditor of the Company for financial year 2023-2024.
The observations made in the Internal Auditors'' Report are self-explanatory and therefore do not call for any further comments.
The Management Discussion and Analysis of financial condition, including the results of operations of the Company for the year under review as required under Regulation 34(2)(e) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is provided as a "Annexure B".
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Act, a copy of the Annual Return as on 31st March, 2024 is available on the Company''s website www.parleindustries.com
The particulars of loans, guarantees and investments as per Section 186 of the Act by the Company, have been disclosed in the financial statements.
All related party transactions, if any, that were entered into during the Financial Year were on an arm''s length basis and were in the ordinary course of business as part of Company''s philosophy of adhering to highest ethical standards, transparency and accountability. These transactions are not likely to have any conflict with Company''s interest.
All Related Party Transactions up to March 31, 2024 were placed before the Audit Committee and the Board for Approval. Also, prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was obtained for Related Party Transactions for the Financial Year 2023-24.
The particulars of transactions between the Company and its related parties as per the Accounting Standard-18 are set out in Notes to Accounts in the Financial Statements annexed with this report. In line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Board has approved a policy on related party transactions.
During the year under review, the Board met Six (6) times on 30th May, 2023, 11th August, 2023, 25th August, 2023, 10th November, 2023, 31st January, 2024 and 10th February, 2024. In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder. There have not been any instances during the year when recommendations of the Audit Committee were not accepted by the Board.
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance systems established and maintained by the Company, work performed by the internal, statutory and secretarial auditors including audit of internal financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the reviews performed by Management and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company''s internal financial controls were adequate and effective during the financial year 2023-24.
Accordingly, pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) and 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the best of their knowledge and ability, confirm that-
i. in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and that there are no material departures;
ii. they have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of financial year and of the profit of the Company for the year;
iii. they have 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;
iv. they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
v. they have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively;
vi. they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively
The report on Corporate Governance as stipulated under the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 forms an integral part of this report and is provided as "Annexure C".
A certificate from M/s. Nishant Bajaj & Associates, Practicing Company Secretary regarding compliance on conditions of corporate governance as stipulated in the Listing Regulations is also appended to the report on Corporate Governance.
The Company shares are listed on the BSE Ltd and the Company has paid the listing fees for the Financial Year 2023-24. The shares of the Company are traded at The BSE Ltd having Nation-wide terminals.
Your Company has in place a vigil mechanism for directors and employees to report concerns about unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud or violation of your Company''s Code of Conduct.
Under the vigil mechanism of the Company, which also incorporates a Whistle Blower Policy in terms of Regulation 22 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, protected disclosures can be made by a whistle blower through an e-mail, or dedicated telephone line or a letter to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. Adequate safeguards are provided against victimization to those who avail of the vigil mechanism.
The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company''s website at the www.parleindustries.com
The Board has nothing to report under this. However, the company is taking adequate steps to see that the energy used by the company is the minimum under the given circumstance.
The Board has nothing to report under the head technology absorption.
During the year, the total foreign exchange used was NIL (previous year Nil) and the total foreign exchange earned was NIL (previous year Nil).
The internal financial controls with reference to the Financial Statements are commensurate with the size and nature of business of the Company. During the year, such control was tested and no reportable material weakness in the design or operation was observed.
Disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details 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 provided in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
The Company does not have any of its securities lying in demat/ unclaimed suspense account arising out of public/bonus/right issues as at 31st March, 2024. Hence, the particulars relating to aggregate number of shareholders and the outstanding securities in suspense account and other related matters does not arise.
The Audit Committee comprises of Three Directors viz. Mrs. Unnati Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit. The constitution of the Audit Committee meets the requirements of Section 177 of the Act and Regulation 18 of the Listing Regulations, 2015.
The Terms of Reference, Composition and Meetings and Attendance is as below:
The terms of reference of the Audit Committee are in conformity with Section 177 of the Act and Regulation 18 of the Listing Regulations, 2015. The brief terms of reference inter alia are as follows
⢠To oversee the Company''s financial reporting process and disclosure of financial information.
⢠To review the financial statements, adequacy of internal control systems and periodic Audit reports.
⢠To recommend to the Board the matters relating to the financial management of the Company.
⢠To recommend appointment/re-appointment of Statutory Auditors and fixation of their remuneration.
⢠To hold discussions with Statutory Auditors periodically.
⢠To review the financial statements, in particular, the investments made by unlisted Subsidiary Company.
During the Financial Year 2023-24, 4 (Four) Meetings were held on 30th May 2023, 11th August, 2023, 10th November, 2023 and 10th February, 2024
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Sr No. |
Particulars |
Designation |
Category |
No. of Meeting attended |
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1 |
Mrs. Unnati Jain |
Chairperson |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
4 |
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2 |
Mr. Raviprakash Vyas |
Member |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
4 |
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3 |
Mr. Narendra Purohit |
Member |
Non-Executive |
4 |
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Independent Director |
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee comprises of three Non- Executive Directors, viz. Mrs. Unnati Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit. The constitution of the Committee meets the requirements of Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 of the Listing Regulations, 2015. The Terms of Reference, Composition and Meetings and Attendance is as below:
The terms of reference of the Committee is to determine, review and recommend the Company''s policy on specific remuneration packages for Whole Time Directors, Non-Executive Directors and commission payable to the Chairman of the Company.
During the Financial Year 2023-24, 1 (One) Meetings were held on 11th August, 2023
|
Sr No. |
Particulars |
Designation |
Category |
No. of Meeting attended |
|
1 |
Mrs. Unnati Jain |
Chairperson |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
1 |
|
2 |
Mr. Raviprakash Vyas |
Member |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
1 |
|
3 |
Mr. Narendra Purohit |
Member |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
1 |
The Stakeholders'' Relationship Committee comprises of three Directors viz Mrs. Unnati Jain, Mr. Raviprakash Vyas and Mr. Narendra Purohit. The constitution of the Stakeholders'' Relationship Committee meets the requirements of Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 20 of the Listing Regulations, 2015.
The Terms of Reference, Composition and Meetings and Attendance is as below: i. Terms of Reference/ Policy:
The Committee reviews all matters connected with the physical securities transfer. The Committee also looks into redressal of Shareholders'' complaints relating to transfer of shares/ dematerialization, nonreceipt of balance sheet, non-receipt of dividends, issue of share certificates on account of bonus, split or any other matter related to securities of the Company. The Committee oversees the performance of the Registrar and Transfer Agents and recommends measures for overall improvement in the quality of investor services. The Committee meets as and when required, depending upon grievances and/ or request for physical transfer of securities received by the Company.
During the Financial Year 2023-24, 4 (Four) Meetings were held on 30th May 2023, 11th August, 2023, 10th November, 2023 and 10th February, 2024
|
Sr No. |
Particulars |
Designation |
Category |
No. of Meeting attended |
|
1 |
Mrs. Unnati Jain |
Chairperson |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
4 |
|
2 |
Mr. Raviprakash Vyas |
Member |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
4 |
|
3 |
Mr. Narendra Purohit |
Member |
Non-Executive Independent Director |
4 |
During the FY 2023-24, Corporate Social Responsibility is not applicable to the company.
As required under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, the Company has implemented a policy on prevention, prohibition and redressal of sexual harassment at workplace. This has been widely communicated internally. Your Company has constituted ''Internal Complaints Committee'' to redress complaints relating to sexual harassment at its workplaces. The Company has not received any complaints relating to sexual harassment during financial year 2023-24.
Your Company has established a Code of Conduct and Code of Fair Disclosures for Prohibition of Insider Trading ("Code of Conduct" or "Code") which is applicable to the Employees, Directors, designated persons, immediate relatives of designated persons and connected persons of the Company. The Code lays down the standard of conduct, which is expected to be followed by the Directors and employees in their business dealings, and in particular, on matters relating to integrity in the work place, dealing with stakeholders and in business practices. All the Board Members and the Senior Management employees have confirmed compliance with the Code. The Code is available on website of the Company.
There are no significant material orders passed by the Courts/ Regulators or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Company''s operations in future.
As per requirements of the SEBI Listing Regulations and applicable Accounting Standards, your Company has made proper disclosures in the Financial Statements. The applicable Accounting Standards have been duly adopted pursuant to the provisions of Sections 129 and 133 of the Act.
The Company has complied with all applicable mandatory Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
During the year under review, there were no application made or proceedings pending in the name of the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
During the year under review, there has been no one time settlement of Loans taken from Banks and Financial Institutions.
Your Directors take this opportunity to convey their deep sense of gratitude for valuable assistance and Cooperation extended to the Company by all valued customers and bankers of the Company. Your Directors also wish to place on record their sincere appreciation for the valued contribution, unstinted efforts by the employees at all levels which contributed, in no small measure, to the progress and the high performance of the Company during the year under review.
Mar 31, 2018
Dear Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their 35th Annual report on the affairs of the Company together with the Audited Statement of Accounts for the year ended on 31st March, 2018.
Financial Performance:
A summary of companyâs financial performance for 2017-18:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
|
Particulars |
Year Ended 31.03.2018 |
Year Ended 31.03.2017* |
|
Gross Revenue |
16.62 |
26.85 |
|
Total Expenses |
15.50 |
21.48 |
|
Profit before tax |
1.14 |
5.37 |
|
Less: Tax Expenses/Differed Taxes |
0.70 |
1.49 |
|
Profit for the year |
0.42 |
3.88 |
|
Paid Up Equity Share Capital |
1400.00 |
1400.00 |
* Previous yearâs figures have been re-grouped/re-classified, wherever necessary to conform to this yearâs classification.
Operating & Financial Performance:
During the year under review, company made total income of Rs. 16.62 lakhs as against Rs. 26.85 lakhs in the previous year. The company has incurred total expenses of Rs. 15.50 lakhs against Rs. 21.48 lakhs in the previous year in the financial statement.
Your Company has made a Net profit of Rs. 0.42 lakhs against Rs. 3.88 lakhs in the previous year in financial statement.
There were no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals impacting the going concern status and companyâs operations in future.
Deposits:
The Company has not invited/ accepted any deposits from the public during the year ended March 31, 2018. There were no unclaimed or unpaid deposits as on March 31, 2018.
Dividend
Due to exigencies of funds, your directors do not recommend any dividend for the financial year 2017-18.
Number of Meeting of the Board:
During the year 2017-18, the Board of Directors met five times viz. on 22nd May,2017; 10th August, 2017; 3rd November, 2017; 06th February, 2018 and 27th March, 2018.
Directorsâ Responsibility Statement:
Pursuant to the requirement under section 134(3)(C) of the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to Directorsâ Responsibility Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2018, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
(ii) 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 as at March 31, 2018 and of the profit and loss of the company for that period;
(iii) the directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(iv) the directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
(v) 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.
(vi) the directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
Details in respect of frauds reported by auditors under section 143(12)
During the year under review, there were no frauds reported by the auditors to the Audit Committee or the Board under section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Statement on declaration given by independent directors under sub-section (6) of section 149:
The independent directors have submitted the declaration of independence as required pursuant to section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013, stating that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub-section (6).
Companyâs policy on directorsâ appointment and remuneration including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a director and other matters provided under sub-section (3) of section 178;
The Policy of the Company on Directorsâ appointment and remuneration including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a Director and other matters provided under sub-section (3) of section 178, are provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
Particulars of loans, guarantees or investments under section 186:
Details of Loans, Guarantees and Investments covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are given in the notes to the Financial Statements.
Related Party Transactions:
Particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to in sub-section (1) of section 188 in the form AOC-2:
All Related Party Transactions (RPTs) which were entered into during the financial year were on an armâs length basis and were in the ordinary course of business and did not attract provisions of section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 and were also not material RPTs under regulation 23 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015. During the year 2017-18, as required under section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and regulation 23 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015, all RPTs were placed before the Audit Committee for approval.
A statement showing the disclosure of transactions with related parties as required under Accounting Standard 18 is set out separately in this Annual Report.
There were no material transactions entered into with related parties, during the period under review, which may have had any potential conflict with the interests of the Company. Accordingly, the disclosure of Related Party Transactions as required under Section 134(3)(h) of the Companies Act, 2013 in Form AOC-2 is not applicable.
The policy on Related Party Transactions as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Companyâs website www.parlesoftwares.com. None of the Directors has any pecuniary relationships or transactions vis-a-vis the Company.
Material changes and commitments
During the period between 31.3.2018 and the date of this report of directors, your company has commenced new business trading activities of Waste Paper and Allied Products and has made a Revenue of Rs.193.69 lakhs from the aforesaid activity yielding Net profit of Rs. 49.78 lakhs during the first quarter of FY 2018-19, and has reported positive financial performance for the quarter ended 30.6.2018,which has immensely augmented the financial performance of the company for the FY2018-19 and has made material and significant impact on the operations of the company, giving impetus to the financial performance of the company.
Conservation of energy, technology absorption, foreign exchange earnings and outgo
Since your Company does not own any manufacturing facility, the requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars relating to conservation of energy, research and development and technology absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not applicable. The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company during the year under review were Rs. NIL.
Risk management policy and its implementation
The Company has in place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate various risks to key business objectives. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. These are discussed at the meetings of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of the Company.
The Companyâs internal control systems are commensurate with the nature of its business and the size and complexity of its operations. These are routinely tested and certified by Statutory as well as Internal Auditors.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR):
As the Company does not fall under the mandatory bracket of Corporate Social Responsibility, the Company has not taken any initiative on Corporate Social Responsibility.
Statement indicating the manner in which formal annual evaluation has been made by the Board of its own performance and that of its committees and individual directors
The formal annual evaluation has been done by the board of its own performance and that of its committee and individual directors on the basis of evaluation criteria specified in the Nomination and Remuneration policy of the Company. A member of the Board/committee did not participate in the discussion of his/her evaluation.
Directors or Key Managerial Personnel who were appointed or have resigned during the year Appointment
There was no change with respect to appointment of Directors and KMP during the year under review, However following change has been made after 31.03.2018:
1. Mr. Vimal J. Maharajwala- Chief Executive Officer, appointed w.e.f. 14th August, 2018.
2. Mrs. Manisha Patel- Independent Director, appointed on the Board of the Company w.e.f. 14th August, 2018.
3. Mr. V.I. Garg- Additional Director and Executive Chairman, appointed on the Board of Company w.e.f. 14th August, 2018.
Resignation
There was no change with respect to resignation of Directors and KMP during the year under review, However following change has been made after 31.03.2018:
1. Mrs. Chanda Garg- Non Executive Director, resigned w.e.f. 14th August, 2018.
2. Mr. V.I. Garg- Managing Director, resigned w.e.f. 14th August, 2018.
Subsidiary Companies, Joint Venture Or Associate Companies:
During the year under review, there are no Subsidiary/Joint Ventures/ Associate Companies.
Significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts
During the year under review, there were no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals, which may impact the going concern status of the Company and its operations in future.
Details of internal financial controls with reference to the financial statements
The Company has documented its internal financial controls considering the essential components of various critical processes, physical and operational, which includes its design, implementation and maintenance along with periodical internal review of operational effectiveness and sustenance.
This ensures orderly and efficient conduct of its business, including adherence to the Companyâs policies, safeguarding of its assets, prevention of errors, accuracy and completeness of the accounting records and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
The internal financial controls with reference to the financial statements were adequate and operating effectively. Presentation of financial statements
The financial statements of the Company for the year ended 31st March 2018, have been disclosed_as per Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013.
Statutory Auditor
Your Companyâs Auditors, M/s G. R. Modi & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No.112617W) were appointed at the last AGM to hold office for a term of 5 years from the conclusion of last annual general meeting until the conclusion of the 39th annual general meeting of the Company. However, vide their letter dated 14th August, 2018 they have expressed their inability to continue as Statutory Auditors of your Company. The Board thus appointed M/s. Dhawan & Co., Chartered Accountants [FRN: 002864N] as Statutory Auditors of your Company in the casual vacancy caused by the said resignation effective 14th August, 2018 till the conclusion of the forthcoming AGM and have sought approval of members to appoint them for the aforesaid period.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Act and Rules framed thereunder, as amended, it is mandatory to rotate the Statutory Auditors on completion of maximum term as provided therein. The Board on 14th August, 2018, has recommended appointment of M/s. Dhawan & Co., Chartered Accountants [FRN: 002864N] as Statutory Auditors of the Company and to hold office for a period of up to 5 consecutive years from the conclusion of the 35 th AGM till the conclusion of the 40th AGM, subject to ratification of their appointment by the shareholders at every AGM.
Your Company has obtained consent of M/s. Dhawan & Co., Chartered Accountants, and a certificate in accordance with Section 139, 141 and other applicable provisions of the Act to the effect that their appointment, if made, shall be in accordance with the conditions prescribed and that they are eligible to hold office as Statutory Auditors of the Company, subject to approval of the members in the forthcoming AGM.
Necessary resolution has been provided in the AGM notice seeking approval of members.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks made by M/s. G. R. Modi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Statutory Auditors, in their Report.
Secretarial Audit
M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates, Company Secretaries in Practice conducted Secretarial Audit for the financial year ended March 31, 2018. M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates has submitted the Report confirming compliance with the applicable provisions. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2018 in the prescribed Form MR-3 in Annexure A which forms part of this report.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks or disclaimers made by M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates, Company Secretary in Practice, in secretarial audit report.
Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)
As mandated by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, the Company has adopted Indian Accounting Standards (âInd ASâ) from 1st April, 2017 with a transition date of 1st April, 2016. The financial results for the year 2017-18 have been prepared in accordance with Ind AS, prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the relevant rules issued thereunder and the other recognized accounting practices and policies to the extent applicable. The Financial Results for all the periods of 2017-18 presented have been prepared in accordance with Ind AS. The Company has adopted âIND ASâ for the first time with effect from 1st April, 2017, with the comparatives for the periods ending 31st March, 2017.
Extract of Annual Return
As provided under Section 92(3) of the Act, the extract of annual return is given in Annexure B in the prescribed Form MGT-9, which forms part of this report.
Vigil mechanism/whistle Blower Policy
The Company has established a vigil mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy for Directors and employees to report their genuine concerns, details of which have been given in the Corporate Governance Report annexed to this Report.
Management Discussion and Analysis Report:
The Managementâs discussion and analysis is set out in this Annual Report.
Report on Corporate Governance
Pursuant to the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015, a separate section titled âCorporate Governanceâ has been included in this Annual Report, along with the reports on Management Discussion and Analysis and General Shareholder Information.
All Board members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with the Code of Conduct for the year 2017-18. A declaration to this effect signed by the Managing Director of the Company is contained in this Annual Report.
The Managing Director (CEO) and CFO have provided to the Board the compliance certificate with regard to the financial statements and other matters as required under regulation 17(8) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015.
A certificate from the auditors of the Company regarding compliance of conditions of corporate governance is annexed to this Report.
Secretarial standards of ICSI
Pursuant to the approval given on 10 April 2015 by the Central Government to the Secretarial Standards specified by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, the Secretarial Standards on Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS-1) and General Meetings (SS-2) came into effect from 1 July 2015. The Company is in compliance with the same.
Statutory Disclosures
Details as required under the provisions of 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 placed on the Companyâs website www.parlesoftwares.com. A physical copy of the same will be made available to any shareholder on request.
Details as required under the provisions of section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, will be made available to any shareholder on request, as per provisions of section 136(1) of the said Act.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace:
The Company has in place the âPolicy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplaceâ in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. During the year under review, no complaints were received by the Committee for Redressal.
Appreciations and Acknowledgements
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company received from business associates and other strategic partners of the company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region, Ministry of Company Affairs, Companyâs bankers, financial institutions, Regulatory Authorities, Stock Exchanges and shareholders at large and look forward to the same in greater measure in the coming years.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/- Sd/-
V.I. Garg Ashish Kankani
Place: Mumbai Executive Chairman Director
Date: August 14, 2018 (DIN:00409946) (DIN: 01971768)
Mar 31, 2015
Dear Members,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Thirty Second Annual
report on the affairs of the Company together with the Audited
Statement of Accounts for the year ended on 31st March, 2015.
Financial Performance:
A summary of company's financial performance for 2014-2015:
(Rs. in Lakhs)
Particulars Year Ended Year Ended*
31.03.2015 31.03.2014
Total revenue 20.18 17.48
Gross Profit (before Interest,
depreciation & Tax) 7.29 6.99
Finance Charges - 0.01
Depreciation 1.76 4.95
Profit before tax 5.53 2.03
Tax Expenses (0.20) 0.55
Profit after tax 5.73 1.48
Profit for the year 5.73 1.48
Add: Balance brought forward from previous year 173.64 172.16
Profit available for appropriation 179.37 173.64
Paid up Equity Share Capital 1400.00 1400.00
* Previous year's figures have been re-grouped/ re-classified, wherever
necessary to conform to this year's classification.
Operating & Financial Performance:
During the year under review, company made total income of Rs.20.18
lacs as against Rs.17.48 lacs in the previous year. The company has
made profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax of Rs.7.29 lacs
against Rs.6.99 lacs in the previous year in the financial statement.
Your Company has made a Net profit of Rs.5.73 lacs against Rs.1.48 lacs
in the previous year in financial statement.
There is no change in the nature of the business of the Company. There
were no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or
courts or tribunals impacting the going concern status and company's
operations in future. There were no material changes and commitment
affecting the financial position between March 31, 2015 and date of
this Report of Directors.
Deposits:
The Company has not invited/ accepted any deposits from the public
during the year ended March 31, 2015. There were no unclaimed or unpaid
deposits as on March 31, 2015.
Transfer to Reserve:
The Company do not proposes to transfer any amount to the General
Reserves.
Dividend
To conserve the resources of the Company, your directors do not
recommend any dividend for the financial year 2014-15.
Number of meeting of the Board:
During the year 2014-15, the Board of Directors met five times viz. on
20th May, 2014; 31st July, 2014; 12th November, 2014; 06th
February,2015; and 30th March, 2015.
Directors' Responsibility Statement:
Pursuant to the requirement under section 134(3)(C) of the Companies
Act, 2013 with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement, it is
hereby confirmed that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended 31st March, 2015, the applicable accounting standards had been
followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
(ii) 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 as at March 31, 2015 and of the profit and loss of the
company for that period;
(iii) the directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of
the company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;
(iv) the directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis; and
(v) 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.
(vi) the directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with
the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were
adequate and operating effectively.
Statement on declaration given by independent directors under
sub-section (6) of section 149:
All Independent Directors have given declarations that they meet the
criteria of independent as laid down under Section 149(6) of the
Companies Act, 2013 and Clause 49 of the Listing agreement.
Company's policy on directors' appointment and remuneration including
criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes,
independence of a director and other matters provided under sub-section
(3) of section 178;
The Policy of the Company on Directors' appointment and remuneration
including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes,
independence of a Director and other matters provided under sub-section
(3) of section 178, is appended as Annexure A to this Report.
Particulars of loans, guarantees or investments under section 186:
Details of Loans, Guarantees and Investments covered under the
provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are given in the
notes to the Financial Statements.
Related Party Transactions:
Particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred
to in sub-section (1) of section 188 in the form AOC-2:
All related party transactions that were entered into during the
financial year were on an arm's length basis and were in the ordinary
course of business. All Related Party Transactions are placed before
the Audit Committee. Prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee is
obtained for related party transactions wherever required and the
transactions entered into pursuant to the omnibus approval so granted
are placed before the Audit Committee for reviewing on a quarterly
basis.
The policy on Related Party Transactions as approved by the Board is
uploaded on the Company's website www.parlesoftwares.com. None of the
Directors has any pecuniary relationships or transactions vis-a-vis the
Company.
Pursuant to clause (h) of sub-section (3) of section 134 of the Act and
Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014:
1. Details of contracts or arrangements or transactions not at arm's
length basis: Nil
2. Details of material contracts or arrangement or transactions at
arm's length basis: Nil
Conservation of energy, technology absorption, foreign exchange
earnings and outgo
Since your Company does not own any manufacturing facility, the
requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars relating to
conservation of energy, research and development and technology
absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of
particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not
applicable. The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the
Company during the year under review were Rs. NIL.
Risk management policy and its implementation
The Company has in place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor and
mitigate various risks to key business objectives. Major risks
identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed
through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. These are discussed
at the meetings of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of
the Company.
The Company's internal control systems are commensurate with the nature
of its business and the size and complexity of its operations. These
are routinely tested and certified by Statutory as well as Internal
Auditors.
Corporate Social Responsibility:
As the Company does not fall under the mandatory bracket of Corporate
Social Responsibility, the Company has not taken any initiative on
Corporate Social Responsibility.
Statement indicating the manner in which formal annual evaluation has
been made by the Board of its own performance and that of its
committees and individual directors
The formal annual evaluation has been done by the board of its own
performance and that of its committee and individual directors on the
basis of evaluation criteria specified in the Nomination and
Remuneration policy of the Company. A member of the Board/committee did
not participate in the discussion of his/her evaluation.
Directors or Key Managerial Personnel* who were appointed or have
resigned during the year
The Board of Directors had appointed Ms. Chanda Garg as a woman
director with effect from March 30, 2015.
During the year Company had appointed Mr. Sheena Karkera as a Chief
Financial Officer of the Company w. e. f. March 30, 2015.
* Mr. Rakeshkumar D Mishra has been appointed as Company Secretary and
Compliance Officer w.e.f. April 01, 2015. & * Mr.V.I. Garg. Director of
the Company has been appointed as Managing Director of the Company
w.e.f. April 01, 2015.
Auditors
M/s. G.R. Modi & Co., Chartered Accountants, Statutory Auditors of the
Company having registration number FRN No.112617W hold the office from
the conclusion of 31st Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of
the 34th Annual General Meeting and pursuant to Section 139 of the
Companies Act, 2013; the Company hereby places the matter relating to
such appointment for ratification by members at this annual general
meeting. The Company has received a certificate from the statutory
auditors to the effect that their re-appointment, if made, would be
within the limits prescribed. The statutory auditors have also
confirmed that they hold a valid certificate issued by the "Peer Review
Board" of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks or
disclaimers made M/s. G.R. Modi & Co., Statutory Auditors, in their
report.
Secretarial Audit
M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates, Company Secretaries in Practice
conducted Secretarial Audit for the financial year ended March 31,
2015. M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates has submitted the Report
confirming compliance with the applicable provisions. The Secretarial
Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2015 in the
prescribed Form MR-3 in Annexure B which forms part of this report.
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks or
disclaimers made M/s. Monika Thanvi & Associates, Company Secretary in
Practice, in secretarial audit report.
Extract of Annual Return
As provided under Section 92(3) of the Act, the extract of annual
return is given in Annexure C in the prescribed Form MGT-9, which forms
part of this report.
Vigil mechanism/whistle Blower Policy
The Company has established a vigil mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy
for Directors and employees to report their genuine concerns, details
of which have been given in the Corporate Governance Report annexed to
this Report.
Management Discussion and Analysis Report:
In terms of the provisions of Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, the
Management's discussion and analysis is set out in this Annual Report.
Report on Corporate Governance
A separate report on Corporate Governance is attached to this report
along with Statutory Auditor's certificate on its compliance.
Particulars of employees
Disclosure pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
(i) The percentage increase in remuneration of each Director, Chief
Financial Officer and Company Secretary during the financial year
2014-15, ratio of the remuneration of each Director to the median
remuneration of the employees of the Company for the financial year
2014-15 and the comparison of remuneration of each Key Managerial
Personnel (KMP) against the performance of the Company are as under:
Sr. Name of Director/KMP Remuneration of % increase in
No. and Designation Director / remuneration
KMP for in the
Financial Financial
Year 2014-15 Year 2014-15
V. I. Garg
1 (Managing Director, Nil Nil
Executive)
Ashish Kankani
2 (Non-Executive, Nil Nil
Independent Director)
Paresh Sampat
3 (Non-Executive, Nil Nil
Independent Director)
Harish Luharuka
4 (Non-Executive , Nil Nil
Independent Director)
Chanda Garg
5 (Non-Executive, Nil Nil
Additional Director)
Sheena Karkera
6 (Chief Financial 3,25,000 Nil
Officer)*
Rakeshkumar D. Nil Nil
7 Mishra (Company
Secretary &
Compliance Officer)**
Sr. Name of Director/KMP Ratio of Comparison of
No. and Designation Remuneration the Remuneration
to each of the KMP
Director/ to against the
median remune performance
-ration of of the Company
employees
1 V. I. Garg Nil
2 Ashish Kankani Nil
3 Paresh Sampat Nil
4 Harish Luharuka Nil
5 Chanda Garg Nil Profit before tax
increased by 173% and
profit after tax
6 Sheena Karkera 2.95 increased by 288% in
Financial Year 2014-15
7 Rakeshkumar D. Mishra Nil
* Mr. Sheena Karkera as a Chief Financial Officer of the Company w.e.f.
March 30, 2015
** Rakesh Mishra, Company Secretary of the Company has been appointed
w.e.f. 01.04.2015.
ii) The median remuneration of employees of the Company during the
financial year was 1.10 lakhs.
iii) In the financial year, there was an increase of 10.42% in the
median remuneration of employees;
iv) There were 5 permanent employees on the rolls of Company as on
March 31, 2015;
v) Relationship between average increase in remuneration and company
performance:- The Profit before Tax for the financial year ended March
31, 2015 increased by 173% whereas the increase in median remuneration
was 10.42%. The average increase in median remuneration was in line
with the performance of the Company.
vi) Comparison of Remuneration of the Key Managerial Personnel(s)
against the performance of the Company:
The total remuneration of Key Managerial Personnel increased by NIL
from 2013-14 to 2014-15 whereas the Profit before Tax increased by 173%
to 5.53 Lakhs in 2014-15 (Rs.2.02 Lakhs in 2013-14).
vii) a) Variations in the market capitalization of the Company : The
market capitalization as on March 31, 2015 was Rs. 2,905 Lakhs (Rs.
1974 Lakhs as on March 31, 2014)
b) Price Earnings ratio of the Company was 519 as at March 31, 2015 and
was 1410 as at March 31, 2014
c) The Company has not come out with an IPO, it was listed pursuant to
the Scheme of Arrangement through the Hon'ble High Court for the State
of Maharashtra Judicature at Bombay, its order dated 18/08/2003 under
rule 19(2)(b) of the Securities Contract Regulation (Rules) 1957.
viii) Average percentage increase made in the salaries of employees
other than the managerial personnel in the last Financial year i.e.
2014-15 was 10.42% and there was NIL managerial remuneration for the
same financial year.
ix) The key parameters for the variable component of remuneration
availed by the directors are considered by the Board of Directors based
on the recommendations of the Human Resources, Nomination and
Remuneration Committee as per the Remuneration Policy for Directors,
Key Managerial Personnel and other Employees.
x) The ratio of the remuneration of the highest paid director to that
of the employees who are not directors but receive remuneration in
excess of the highest paid director during the year - Not Applicable;
and
xi) It is hereby confirmed that the remuneration paid is as per the as
per the Remuneration Policy for Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and
other Employees. None of the employee has received remuneration
exceeding the limit as stated in rule 5(2) of the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
Appreciations And Acknowledgements
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their
sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company
received from business associates and other strategic partners of the
company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Company's bankers, financial institutions,
Regulatory Authorities, Stock Exchanges and shareholders at large and
look forward to the same in greater measure in the coming years.
For and on behalf of the Board of Director
V. I. Garg Ashish Kankani
Managing Director Director
(DIN 00409946) (DIN 01971768)
Mar 31, 2014
Dear Members,
The Company''s Directors are pleased to present the Thirty First Annual
Report of the company together with the Audited Accounts for the
financial year ended 31st March, 2014. Since this Report pertains to
financial year that commenced prior to 1 April 2014 the contents
therein are governed by the relevant provisions / schedules / rules of
the Companies Act, 1956, in compliance with General Circular No.
08/2014 dated 4 April 2014 issued by the Ministry of corporate Affairs.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The financial results of the Company are elaborated in the annexed
Management Discussion and Analysis Report.
The highlights of the Standalone Financial Results are as under:
(Amounts in Lacs)
Particulars FY2014 FY2013
Total revenue 17.48 22.26
Gross Profit (before Interest and depreciation) 6.99 13.68
Finance Charges 0.01 7.63
Depreciation 4.95 4.95
Profit before tax 2.02 1.10
Tax Expenses 0.55 (0.44)
Profit after tax 1.48 1.54
Profit for the year 1.48 1.54
Add: Balance brought forward from previous year 172.16 170.62
Profit available for appropriation 173.64 172.16
Paid Up Equity Share Capital 1400.00 1400.00
*: Previous year''s figures have been re-grouped/re-classified, wherever
necessary to conform to this year''s classification.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS AND OPERATIONS
During the year under review, company on a standalone basis have made
total Income of Rs.17.48 lacs as against Rs.22.26 in the previous year.
The company has made profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax of
Rs.6.99 lacs against Rs. 13.68 lacs in the previous year in the
standalone financial statement.
Your company has made a Net profit of Rs. 1.48 lacs against Rs.1.54
lacs in the previous year in Standalone financial statement.
APPROPRIATION
In view of the financial performance of the company, your Directors do
not recommend any dividend for the year under review.
CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL
During the year, Company has not made any allotment of Equity or
preference Shares.
CHANGES OF REGISTERED OFFICE
During the year, for the administrative conveyance the Company has
shifted its Registered Office of the Company with effect from March 31,
2014 to 403, 4th floor, Kane Plaza, Mind Space, Off Link Road, Malad
(West), Mumbai-400 064.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (MD&A)
Pursuant to Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges, Management Discussion and Analysis Report are attached as
Annexure I.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As required by the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) entered into
with the Stock Exchange(s), a Compliance Report on Corporate Governance
is attached as per Annexure II together with a Certificate from the
Auditors of the Company regarding compliance of conditions of Corporate
Governance as stipulated under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with
the Stock Exchange(s). A Certificate of the CFO of the Company in terms
of sub- clause(v) of Clause 49 of Listing Agreement, inter alia,
confirming the correctness of the financial statements, adequacy of the
internal control measures and reporting of matters to the Audit
Committee, is also annexed. A certificate from the practicing Company
Secretary confirming compliance with the conditions of the Clause 49 of
the Listing Agreement(s) is also attached. The Company is in compliance
with the requirements and disclosures that have to be made in this
regard.
During the year, Secretarial Audit were carried out. The detailed
reports on the same are attached of this Annual Report.
GENERAL SHAREHOLDER''S INFORMATION
Detailed information in this regard is provided in this section
''General Shareholder Information'' forming part of this Annual Report
attached as Annexure III.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION
Since your Company and their associate does not own any manufacturing
facility, the requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars
relating to conservation of energy, research and development and
technology absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of
particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not
applicable.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company during the
year under review were Rs. NIL.
ASSOCIATE
During the year, the Company''s associate Hazoor Township Developers
Pvt. Ltd., (HTD) ceased to be the associate of the Company with effect
from 17th January,2014, upon divestment of its share holding in the
capital of the associate. The above mentioned cessation of the
associate will have no bearing on the performance / operation of the
Company as it has plans to invest the divestment funds into its
existing infrastructure and real estate development activities.
GROUP
Pursuant to an intimation from the Promoters, the names of the
Promoters and entities comprising "group" as defined under the
Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices ("MRTP") Act, 1969 are
disclosed in the Annual Report for the purpose of the SEBI (Substantial
Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Details regarding Directors proposed to be appointed at the Annual
General Meeting to be held on September 16, 2014, due to changes
arising from the implementation of the Companies Act, 2013 are provided
in the Explanatory statement of the Notice convening the Annual General
Meeting.
In light of the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, the information
as required to be disclosed under clause 49 of the listing agreement in
case of re-appointment of independent director is provided in the
Notice of the forthcoming annual general meeting.
As per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Independent Directors
are required to be appointed for a term of five consecutive years and
shall not be liable to retire by rotation. Accordingly, resolutions
proposing appointment of Independent Directors form part of the Notice
of the Annual General Meeting. All independent directors will retire at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible offer themselves
for re-election.
Pursuant to section 149(4) of the Companies Act, 2013, every listed
company is required to appoint at least one third of its directors as
independent directors. The Board already has two third of its directors
in the category of independent directors in terms of the provisions of
clause 49 of the listing agreement. The independent directors Mr.
Ashish Kankani & Mr. Harish Luharuka are retiring from directorship by
rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting in terms of the
provision of erstwhile Companies Act of 1956, and will be re- appointed
for a term of 5 years and they are not liable to retire by rotation.
The Board therefore, appointed the existing independent directors under
clause 49 as ''independent directors'' pursuant to Companies Act, 2013,
subject to approval of shareholders.
As required under the said Act and the Rules made thereunder, the same
is now put up for approval of members at the ensuing annual general
meeting. Necessary details have been annexed to the Notice of the
meeting in terms of section 102(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.
The independent directors have submitted the declaration of
independence, as required pursuant to section 149(7) of the Companies
Act, 2013 stating that they meet the criteria of independence as
provided in sub-section(6).
With the appointment of independent directors, the conditions specified
in the Act and the Rules made thereunder as also under new clause 49 of
the listing agreement stand complied.
RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
The Directors confirm that:
* in the preparation of annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards have been followed and that no material departures have been
made from the same.
* they have 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 profits of the
Company for that period.
* they have taken proper and sufficient care for 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: and
* they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
* Proper systems are in place to ensure compliance of all laws
applicable to the Company.
AUDITORS'' REPORT
The observations made by the Auditors in their Report are Self
Explanatory and need no further elaboration u/s 217(3) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
AUDITORS
The terms of office of M/s. G. R. Modi & Co, Chartered Accountants,
(Firm No. 112617W) Statutory Auditor of the Company will expire with
the conclusion of forthcoming Annual General Meeting of the Company.
The Company has received necessary consent letter and the certificates
from the Auditor regarding their eligibility under section 139 and
section 141 of the Companies Act, 2013 for their appointment.
Accordingly, the approval of the Shareholders for the appointment of
M/s. G. R. Modi & Co, Chartered Accountants as Statutory Auditors of
the Company to hold office from the conclusion of this AGM until the
34th AGM, subject to ratification by shareholders at each AGM to be
held hereafter and to fix their remuneration for the year 2014-15. A
resolution proposing appointment of M/s. G. R. Modi & Co as the
Statutory Auditors of the Company pursuant to Section 139 of the
Companies Act, 2013 forms part of the Notice.
GREEN INITIATIVES IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
In line with the changes in law permitting companies to send electronic
copies of Annual Report to the e-mail IDs of shareholders, we have
arranged to send the soft copies of these documents to the e-mail IDs
of shareholders, we have arranged to send the soft copies of these
documents to the e-mail IDs of shareholders available with us or our
depositories. In case any of the shareholders would be like to receive
physical copies of these documents, the same shall be forwarded on
written request to the Company.
FIXED DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public under
section 58 A of the Companies Act, 1956 and companies (Acceptance of
deposits) Rules, 1975.
EMPLOYEES
Since the Real Estate and infrastructure development activities was
carried out by the associate of the company, the staff strength of the
Company comprises of few selected highly qualified and experienced
professionals who are in charge of the administration and financial
management of the company. Employee relations continue to be cordial.
During the year under review, there was no employee employed throughout
the financial year who was in receipt of remuneration in excess of the
limits prescribed under section 217 (2A) of the Companies Act, 1956,
read with companies (Particulars of Employee) Rules, 1975.
APPRECIATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their
sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company
received from business associate and other strategic partners of the
company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Company''s bankers, financial institutions,
Regulatory Authorities, Stock Exchanges and shareholders at large and
look forward to the same in greater measure in the coming years.
On behalf of the Board
Place: Mumbai Ashish Kankani
Date: 31st July, 2014 Non Executive Chairman
Mar 31, 2013
To The Members
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Thirtieth Annual
Report of the company together with the Audited Accounts for the year
ended 31st March, 2013.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The salient features of the Company''s standalone and consolidated
financial results for the year under review are as follows:
(Amounts in Lacs)
STANDALONE CONSOLIDATED
31.03.13 31.03.12 31.03.13 31.03.12
Total Income 22.26 20.59 22.26 20.59
Profit / (Loss)
(before Interest, depreciation 13.68 (0.55) 13.68 (0.55)
and tax)
Less: Finance Charges 7.63 0.53 7.63 0.53
Less: Depreciation 4.95 5.49 4.95 5.49
Profit/(Loss) before tax 1.10 (6.57) 1.10 (6.57)
Less: Provision for tax
Current NIL NIL NIL NIL
Deferred (0.44) 0.37 (0.44) 0.37
Profit/(Loss) after tax 1.54 (6.93) 1.54 (6.93)
Add: ShareofProfit
from Associates 0.24 NIL
Profit/(Loss) for the year 1.54 (6.93) 1.78 (6.93)
PaidUpEquity Share Capital 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00
*: Previous year''s figures have been re-grouped/re-classified, wherever
necessary to conform to this year''s classification.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS AND OPERATIONS
During the year under review, company on a standalone basis have made
total Income of Rs.22.26 lacs as against Rs.20.59 in the previous year.
The company has made profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax of
Rs.13.68 lacs against loss of Rs. 0.55 lacs in the previous year in the
standalone financial statement.
Your company has made a Net profit of Rs. 1.54 lacs against loss of
Rs.6.93 lacs in the previous year in Standalone financial statement and
the company has made a Net profit of Rs. 1.78 lacs against loss of
Rs.6.93 lacs in the previous year in Consolidated financial statement.
APPROPRIATION
Your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the year under review.
CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL
During the year, Company has not made any allotment of Equity or
preference Shares.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (MD&A)
Pursuant to Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges, Management Discussion and Analysis Report are attached as
Annexure I.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As required by the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) entered into
with the Stock Exchange(s), a Compliance Report on Corporate Governance
is attached as per Annexure II. A certificate from the practicing
Company Secretary confirming compliance with the conditions of the
Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) is also attached. The Company is
in compliance with the requirements and disclosures that have to be
made in this regard.
In terms of sub-clause (v) of Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, a
certificate from Non Executive Chairman, inter alia, confirming the
correctness of the financial statements, adequacy of internal control
measures and reporting of matters to the Audit and Compliance Committee
in terms of the said Clause, is also enclosed as a part of the said
Report.
GENERAL SHAREHOLDER''S INFORMATION
Detailed information in this regard is provided in this section
''General Shareholder Information'' forming part of this Annual Report
attached as Annexure III.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY
ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS & OUTGO
Since your Company and their Associates does not own any manufacturing
facility, the requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars
relating to conservation of energy, research and development and
technology absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of
particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not
applicable.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company during the
year under review were Rs. NIL.
ASSOCIATES
During the year, the Company''s associate Hazoor Township Developers
Pvt. Ltd., (HTD) are engaged in infrastructure & Real Estate activities
and they are developing a Residential Project under a Joint Venture
(A.O.P) viz. "HAZOOR HOMES", implementing the Housing Project
comprising of affordable apartments catering to middle income group,
situated at Hingane off Sinhagad Road, Pune.
GROUP
Pursuant to an intimation from the Promoters, the names of the
Promoters and entities comprising "group" as defined under the
Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices ("MRTP") Act, 1969 are
disclosed in the Annual Report for the purpose of the SEBI (Substantial
Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
DIRECTORS
Mr. Harish Luharuka, Directors of the Company, retire by rotation at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible offer himself for
reappointment. Profiles of these Directors, as required by Clause 49
(IV)(G) of the Listing Agreements are furnished in the Corporate
Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:-
The Directors confirm that:
- in the preparation of annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards have been followed and that no material departures have been
made from the same.
- they have 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.
- they have taken proper and sufficient care for 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: and
- they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS'' REPORT
The observations made by the Auditors in their Report are Self
Explanatory and need no further elaboration u/s 217(3) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
AUDITORS
M/s Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants were appointed as
Statutory Auditors of the Company for the year ended March, 2013. They
expressed their unwillingness to continue as Statutory Auditors.
In view of the above, the board of directors at its meeting held on
14th January, 2013, proposed the appointment of M/s G. R. Modi & Co.,
Chartered Accountants as the statutory auditor of the company in the
place of the retiring statutory auditor M/s Ajmera Ajmera & Associates,
Chartered Accountants and their appointment had been ratified by the
members of the company at the EGM held on 05.02.2013.
M/s G. R. Modi & Co., Statutory Auditors of the Company retire and
offers themselves for re-appointment as the Statutory Auditors of the
Company, pursuant to Section 224 of the Companies Act, 1956.
CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS
In accordance with Accounting Standard AS-23 prescribed by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the Consolidated Accounts
of the Company and its Associates along with Auditors Report thereon is
annexed to this report.
FIXED DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public under
section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956 and companies (Acceptance of
deposits) Rules, 1975.
EMPLOYEES
Since the Real Estate and infrastructure development activities are
carried out by the Associates of the company. The staff strength of the
Company comprises of few selected highly qualified and experienced
professionals who are in charge of the administration and financial
management of the company. Employee relations continue to be cordial.
During the year under review ,there was no employee employed throughout
the financial year who was in receipt of remuneration in excess of the
limits prescribed under section 217 (2A) of the Companies Act, 1956,
read with companies (Particulars of Employee) Rules, 1975.
APPRECIATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their
sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company
received from business associates and other strategic partners of the
company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Company''s bankers, financial institutions,
Regulatory Authorities, Stock Exchanges and shareholders at large and
look forward to the same in greater measure in the coming years.
For & on behalf of the Board
Place: Mumbai Ashish Kankani
Date: 06th July, 2013 Director
Mar 31, 2012
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Twenty Ninth Annual
Report of the company together with the Audited Accounts for the year
ended 31st March, 2012.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The salient features of the Company's standalone and consolidated
financial results for the year under review are as follows:
(Amounts in Lacs)
STANDALONE CONSOLIDATED
31.03.12 31.03.11 31.03.12 31.03.11
Total Income 20.59 190.00 20.59 1.62
Profit / (Loss) (before
Interest, depreciation (0.55) 153.93 (0.55) (34.45)
and tax)
Less: Finance Charges 0.53 NIL 0.53 NIL
Less: Depreciation 5.49 3.65 5.49 3.65
Profit/(Loss) before Tax (6.57) 150.28 (6.57) (38.10)
Less: Provision for Tax
Current NIL 1.75 NIL 1.75
Deferred 0.37 (29.02) 0.37 (29.02)
Profit / (Loss) after Tax (6.93) 177.55 (6.93) (10.83)
Add: Share of Profit from
Associates - - NIL NIL
Profit / (Loss) for the year (6.93) 177.55 (6.93) (10.83)
Paid Up Equity Share Capital 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00
*: Previous year's figures have been re-grouped/re-classified,
wherever necessary to conform to this year's classification.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS AND OPERATIONS
During the year under review, company on a standalone basis have made
total Income of Rs.20.59 lacs as against Rs.190.00 lacs in the previous
year. The company has made Loss before Interest,Depreciation and Tax of
Rs. 0.55 lacs against profit of Rs. 153.93 lacs in the previous year in
the standalone financial statement.
Your company has made a Net loss of Rs. 6.93 against Rs.10.83 lacs in
the previous year in Consolidated financial statement.
APPROPRIATION
Your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the year under review.
CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL
During the year, Company has not made any allotment of Equity or
preference Shares. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (MD&A)
Pursuant to Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges, Management Discussion and Analysis Report are attached as
Annexure I.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As required by the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) entered into
with the Stock Exchange(s), a Compliance Report on Corporate Governance
is attached as per Annexure
II. A certificate from the practicing Company Secretary confirming
compliance with the conditions of the Clause 49 of the Listing
Agreement(s) is also attached. The Company is in compliance with the
requirements and disclosures that have to be made in this regard.
In terms of sub-clause (v) of Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, a
certificate from Managing Director, inter alia, confirming the
correctness of the financial statements, adequacy of internal control
measures and reporting of matters to the Audit and Compliance Committee
in terms of the said Clause, is also enclosed as a part of the said
Report.
GENERAL SHAREHOLDER'S INFORMATION
Detailed information in this regard is provided in this section
'General Shareholder Information' forming part of this Annual
Report attached as Annexure III.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT,TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION,
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS & OUTGO
Since your Company and their Associates does not own any manufacturing
facility, the requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars
relating to conservation of energy, research and development and
technology absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of
particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not
applicable.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company during the
year under review were Rs. NIL.
ASSOCIATES
During the year, the Company's associate Hazoor Township Developers
Pvt. Ltd., (HTD) are engaged in infrastructure & Real Estate activities
and they are developing a Residential Project under a Joint Venture
(A.O.P) viz. "HAZOOR HOMES", implementing the Housing Project
comprising of affordable apartments catering to middle income group,
situated at Hingane off Sinhagad Road, Pune.
GROUP
Pursuant to an intimation from the Promoters, the names of the
Promoters and entities comprising "group" as defined under the
erstwhile Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices ("MRTP") Act,
1969 are disclosed in the Annual Report for the purpose of the
erstwhile SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers)
Regulations, 1997.
DIRECTORS
Mr. Ravindra Shenoy, director resigned w.e.f.12.06.2012. The Board
places on record its appreciation for their service accorded to your
company.
Mr. V. I. Garg and Mr. Ashish Kankani, Directors of the Company, retire
by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible
offer themselves for reappointment. Profiles of these Directors, as
required by Clause 49 (IV)(G) of the Listing Agreements are furnished
in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
DIRECTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AS REQUIRED U/S 217 (2AA) OF THE
COMPANIES ACT, 1956
As required by sub-section (2AA) of section 217 of the Companies
(Amendment) Act 2000, the directors confirm that:
a) in the preparation of annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards has been followed.
b) they have 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 year.
c) they have taken proper and sufficient care for 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.
d) they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS' REPORT
The observations made by the Auditors in their Report are Self
Explanatory and need no further elaboration u/s 217(3) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
AUDITORS
M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, the Auditors of
the Company retire as statutory auditors at the conclusion of this
Annual General Meeting and are seeking their re-appointment. A
certificate from them has been received to the effect that their re-
appointment as statutory auditors, if made, would be within the limits
prescribed u/s 224(1B) of the Companies Act, 1956 and they do not
suffer any disqualifications as laid down in section 226 of the act.
M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, have also
confirmed that they have been subjected to the peer review process of
ICAI, & they hold a valid certificate issued by the peer review Board
of the ICAI.
CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS
In accordance with Accounting Standard AS-23 prescribed by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the Consolidated Accounts
of the Company and its Associates along with Auditors Report thereon is
annexed to this report.
FIXED DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public under
section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956 and companies (Acceptance of
deposits) Rules, 1975.
EMPLOYEES
Since the Real Estate and software development activities are carried
out by the Associates of the company. The staff strength of the Company
comprises of few selected highly qualified and experienced
professionals who are in charge of the administration and financial
management of the company. Employee relations continue to be cordial.
During the year under review ,there was no employee employed throughout
the financial year who was in receipt of remuneration in excess of the
limits prescribed under section 217 (2A) of the Companies Act, 1956,
read with companies (Particulars of Employee) Rules, 1975.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their
sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company
received from business associates and other strategic partners of the
company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Company's bankers, financial
institutions, and shareholders at large and look forward to the same in
greater measure in the coming years.
For & on behalf of the Board
Place: Mumbai Ashish Kankani
Date: 31st July, 2012 Director
Mar 31, 2011
The Members
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Twenty Eight Annual
Report of the company together with the Audited Accounts for the period
ended 31st March, 2011.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The salient features of the Company's standalone and consolidated
financial results for the period under review are as follows:
(Amounts in Lacs)
STANDALONE CONSOLIDATED
31.03.11 31.07.10 31.03.11 31.07.10
Total Income 190.00 24.51 1.62 24.51
Profit / (Loss)
(before Interest,
depreciation 153.93 (227.04) (34.45) (227.04)
and tax)
Less: Finance Charges NIL 19.10 NIL 19.10
Less: Depreciation 3.65 12.85 3.65 12.85
Profit/(Loss) before tax 150.28 (258.99) (38.10) (258.99)
Less: Provision for tax
Current 1.75 NIL 1.75 NIL
Deferred (29.02) (8.18) (29.02) (8.18)
Profit / (Loss)
after tax 177.55 (250.81) (10.83) (250.81)
Add: Share of Profit
from Associates NIL 64.03
Profit / (Loss) for
the period 177.55 (250.81) (10.83) (186.78)
Paid Up Equity Share
Capital 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS AND OPERATIONS
During the period under review, company on a standalone basis have made
total Income of Rs.190.00 lacs as against Rs.24.51 lacs in the previous
year. The company has made profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax
of Rs. 153.93 lacs against loss of Rs. 227.04 lacs in the previous year
in the standalone financial statement. Other operative income of Rs.
188.38 lacs in standalone financial statements represents surplus on
cost of Investments in Associates as per AS-13 and it was recognized as
'Share of Profit from Associates' in Consolidated Financial Statements
in the earlier years on basis of Equity Method as per AS Ã 23
Your company has made a Net loss of Rs. 10.83 lacs against net loss of
Rs. 250.81 lacs in the previous year in Consolidated financial
statement.
APPROPRIATION
Your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the period under
review.
CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL
During the period, Company has not made any allotment of Equity or
preference Shares.
CHANGE IN FINANCIAL PERIOD
Board of Directors at their meeting held on 29th April, 2011 approved
to change the financial period of the company from 31st July to 31st
March and accordingly the current financial period will be from 1st
August, 2010 to 31st March, 2011. (8 months)
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (MD&A)
Pursuant to Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges, Management Discussion and Analysis Report are attached as
Annexure I.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As required by the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) entered into
with the Stock Exchange(s), a Compliance Report on Corporate Governance
is attached as per Annexure II. A certificate from the practicing
Company Secretary confirming compliance with the conditions of the
Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) is also attached. The Company is
in compliance with the requirements and disclosures that have to be
made in this regard.
In terms of sub-clause (v) of Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, a
certificate from Managing Director, inter alia, confirming the
correctness of the financial statements, adequacy of internal control
measures and reporting of matters to the Audit and Compliance Committee
in terms of the said Clause, is also enclosed as a part of the said
Report.
GENERAL SHAREHOLDER'S INFORMATION
Detailed information in this regard is provided in this section
'General Shareholder Information' forming part of this Annual Report
attached as Annexure III.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY
ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS & OUTGO
Since your Company and their Associates does not own any manufacturing
facility, the requirements pertaining to disclosure of particulars
relating to conversation of energy, research and development and
technology absorption, as prescribed under the companies (Disclosure of
particulars in the report of Board of Directors) Rules 1988 are not
applicable.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
The foreign exchange earnings and expenditure of the Company during the
period under review were Rs. 20.04 Lacs.
ASSOCIATES
During the period, Samay Techno Corp & Universal Technologies, who were
engaged in software development activities, ceased to be associates of
the company w.e.f. 31.12.2010.
The Company's associate Hazoor Township Developers Pvt. Ltd., (HTD) are
engaged in infrastructure & Real Estate activities and they are
developing a Residential Project under a Joint Venture (A.O.P) viz.
"HAZOOR HOMES", implementing the Housing Project comprising of
affordable apartments catering to middle income group, situated at
Hingane off Sinhagad Road, Pune.
GROUP
Pursuant to an intimation from the Promoters, the names of the
Promoters and entities comprising "group" as defined under the
Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices ("MRTP") Act, 1969 are
disclosed in the Annual Report for the purpose of the SEBI (Substantial
Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
DIRECTORS
Mr. Rahul Shidhaye, director resigned w.e.f. 23.05.2011. The Board
places on record its appreciation for their service recorded to your
company.
Mr. Ravindra Shenoy & Mr. Harish Luharuka, Directors of the Company,
retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being
eligible offer themselves for reappointment. Profiles of these
Directors, as required by Clause 49 (IV)(G) of the Listing Agreements
are furnished in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this
Annual Report.
DIRECTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AS REQUIRED U/S 217 (2AA) OF THE
COMPANIES ACT, 1956
As required by sub-section (2AA) of section 217 of the Companies
(Amendment) Act 2000, the directors confirm that:
a) in the preparation of annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards has been followed.
b) they have 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 period and of the profit and
loss of the company for that period.
c) they have taken proper and sufficient care for 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.
d) they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS' REPORT
The observations made by the Auditors in their Report are Self
Explanatory and need no further elaboration u/s 217(3) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
AUDITORS
M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, the Auditors of
the Company retire as statutory auditors at the conclusion of this
Annual General Meeting and are seeking their re-appointment. A
certificate from them has been received to the effect that their re-
appointment as statutory auditors, if made, would be within the limits
prescribed u/s 224(1B) of the Companies Act, 1956 and they do not
suffer any disqualifications as laid down in section 226 of the act.
M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, have also
confirmed that they have been subjected to the peer review process of
ICAI, & they hold a valid certificate issued by the peer review Board
of the ICAI.
CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS
In accordance with Accounting Standard AS-23 prescribed by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the Consolidated Accounts
of the Company and its Associates along with Auditors Report thereon is
annexed to this report.
FIXED DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public under
section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956 and companies (Acceptance of
deposits) Rules, 1975.
EMPLOYEES
Since the Real Estate and software development activities are carried
out by the Associates of the company. The staff strength of the Company
comprises of few selected highly qualified and experienced
professionals who are in charge of the administration and financial
management of the company. Employee relations continue to be cordial.
During the period under review ,there was no employee employed
throughout the financial period who was in receipt of remuneration in
excess of the limits prescribed under section 217 (2A) of the Companies
Act, 1956, read with companies (Particulars of Employee) Rules, 1975.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the period. Your Directors would like to record
their sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your
Company received from business associates and other strategic partners
of the company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Company's bankers, financial institutions,
and shareholders at large and look forward to the same in greater
measure in the coming years.
For & on behalf of the Board
Vikas Shukla
Managing Director
Place : Mumbai
Date : 1st August, 2011
Jul 31, 2010
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their Twenty Seventh Annual
Report of the company together with the Audited Accounts for the year
ended 31st July 2010.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The salient features of the Companys standalone and consolidated
financial results for the year under review are as follows:
(Rs. in Lacs)
STANDALONE CONSOLIDATED
31.07.2010 31.07.2009 31.07.2010 31.07.2009
Total Income 24.51 54.26 24.51 54.26
Profit / (Loss)
(before
Interest, (227.04) (480.97) (227.04) (480.97)
depreciation
and tax)
Less: Finance
Charges 19.10 16.19 19.10 16.19
Less: Depreciation 12.85 8.77 12.85 8.77
Profit/(Loss) before
tax (258.99) (505.93) (258.99) (505.93)
Less: Provision
for tax (8.18) NIL (8.18) NIL
Profit / (Loss)
after tax (250.81) (505.93) (250.81) (505.93)
Add: Share of
Profit from
Associates - - 64.03 63.19
Profit / (Loss)
for the year (250.81) (505.93) (186.78) (442.74)
Paid Up Equity
Share Capital 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00 1400.00
BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
During the year under review, company on a standalone basis have made
total Income of Rs. 24.51 lacs as against Rs. 54.26 lacs in the
previous year.
The company has incurred loss before Interest, Depreciation and Tax of
Rs. 227.04 lacs against Rs. 480.97 lacs in the previous year in the
standalone financial statement. Your company has made a Net loss of Rs.
250.81 lacs against net loss of Rs. 505.93 lacs.
On a consolidated basis, your company has made an additional Profit of
Rs. 64.03 lacs as Share of Profits from Associates against Rs. 63.19
lacs in the previous year. Your company has made a Net loss for the
year of Rs. 186.78 lacs against Rs. 442.74 lacs.
APPROPRIATION
During the year loss of Rs. 121.66 lacs for the fiscal 2010 has been
debited to General Reserve. In order to conserve resources for future
growth, your Directors do not recommend any dividend for the year under
review.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (MD&A)
Pursuant to Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges, Management Discussion and Analysis Report are attached as
Annexure I.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As required by the Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement(s) entered into
with the Stock Exchange(s), a Compliance Report on Corporate Governance
is attached as per Annexure II. A certificate from the Statutory
Auditors of the Company, M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates confirming
compliance with the conditions of the Clause 49 of the Listing
Agreement(s) is also attached. The Company is in compliance with the
requirements and disclosures that have to be made in this regard. In
terms of sub-clause (v) of Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, a
certificate from Managing Director, inter alia, confirming the
correctness of the financial statements, adequacy of internal control
measures and reporting of matters to the Audit and Compliance Committee
in terms of the said Clause, is also enclosed as a part of the said
Report.
GENERAL SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION
Detailed information in this regard is provided in this section
General Shareholder Information forming part of this Annual Report
attached as Annexure III.
SECRETARIAL COMPLIANCE REPORT
As a reflection of your Companys commitment to transparency, the Board
is pleased to enclose the Secretarial Compliance Report for the
financial year 2009-10 as a part of this Directors Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY
ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS & OUTGO
Since the software development activities are exclusively carried out
by the Associates of the company, the requirement pertaining to
disclosure of particulars relating to conversation of energy, research
and development and technology absorption, as prescribed under the
companies (Disclosure of particulars in the report of Board of
Directors) Rules 1988 are not applicable. There were no Foreign
Exchange Earnings and outgo during the year.
ASSOCIATES
During the year, Companys software development activities are carried
out by its associates namely Samay Techno. Corp. and Universal
Technologies. The revenue of Rs. 64.03 lacs against previous year Rs.
63.19 lacs accrued to the company from its associates by way of its
share of profit which has been shown in the Consolidated Financial
Statement as per principles and procedures for consolidation as laid
out in the Accounting Standard - 23 (AS-23) issued by the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)/ Company (Accounting Standards)
Rules, 2006. Samay Techno Corp & Universal Technologies ceased to be an
associate w.e.f. 31.12.2010.
During the year, the Company has acquired 45.83% stake in the capital
of Hazoor Township Developers Pvt. Ltd., which is a subsidiary of
Hazoor Multi Projects Ltd., a Real Estate major.
This Strategic investment will create an opportunity for the Company to
capitalize and foray into Infrastructure & Real Estate Development
through its Associate, Hazoor Township Developers Pvt. Ltd.
The Companys Associate Hazoor Township Developers (HTD) has informed
the Company that they are developing a Residential Project and have
formed a Joint Venture (A.O.P) viz. "HAZOOR HOMES" for carrying out the
Housing Project in the mid of City, near Sinhagad Road, Pune. The
Housing Project will comprise of affordable apartments and convenient
shopping catering to middle income group. The construction work is
scheduled to be commenced in the forth coming financial year.
This will be a maiden project in the Infrastructure and Real Estate
Development sector undertaken by the Company through its Associate,
pursuant to strategic investment tie up with the Associate, as informed
earlier by the Company.
GROUP
Pursuant to an intimation from the Promoters, the names of the
Promoters and entities comprising "group" as defined under the
Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices ("MRTP") Act, 1969 are
disclosed in the Annual Report for the purpose of the SEBI (Substantial
Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
DIRECTORS
Mr. V.I.Garg & Mr. Ashish Kankani, Directors of the Company, retire by
rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible offer
themselves for reappointment. Profiles of these Directors, as required
by Clause 49 of the Listing Agreements are given in the Section on
Corporate Governance.
DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT AS REQUIRED U/S 217 (2AA) OF THE
COMPANIES ACT, 1956
As required by sub-section (2AA) of section 217 of the Companies
(Amendment) Act 2000, the directors confirm that:
a) in the preparation of annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards has been followed.
b) they have 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) they have taken proper and sufficient care for 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.
d) they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
AUDITORS REPORT
The observations made by the Auditors in their Report are Self
Explanatory and need no further elaboration u/s 217(3) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
AUDITORS
M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, the Auditors of
the Company retire as statutory auditors at the conclusion of this
Annual General Meeting and are seeking their re-appointment. A
certificate from them has been received to the effect that their
re-appointment as statutory auditors, if made, would be within the
limits prescribed u/s 224(1B) of the Companies Act, 1956 and they do
not suffer any disqualifications as laid down in section 226 of the
act. M/s. Ajmera Ajmera & Associates, Chartered Accountants, have also
confirmed that they have been subjected to the peer review process of
ICAI, & they hold a valid certificate issued by the peer review Board
of the ICAI.
CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS
In accordance with Accounting Standard AS-23 prescribed by the
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, the Consolidated Accounts
of the Company and its Associates along with Auditors Report thereon is
annexed to this report.
FIXED DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public under
section 58A of the Companies Act, 1956 and companies (Acceptance of
deposits) Rules, 1975.
EMPLOYEES
Since the software development activities are carried out by the
Associates of the company. The staff strength of the Company comprises
of few selected highly qualified and experienced professionals who are
in charge of the administration and financial management of the
company. Employee relations continue to be cordial.
During the year under review ,there was no employee employed throughout
the financial year who was in receipt of remuneration in excess of the
limits prescribed under section 217 (2A) of the Companies Act, 1956,
read with companies (Particulars of Employee) Rules, 1975.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of directors places on record its sincere appreciation for
the dedicated efforts put in by all employees, their commitment and
contribution at all levels, in most difficult and challenging
environment during the year. Your Directors would like to record their
sincere appreciation for the support and co-operation that your Company
received from business associates and other strategic partners of the
company.
Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation and
thanks for the valuable co-operation and support received from the
Registrar of Companies, Maharashtra, Regional Director, Western Region,
Ministry of Company Affairs, Companys bankers, financial institutions,
and shareholders at large and look forward to the same in greater
measure in the coming years.
For & on behalf of the Board
Vikas Shukla
Managing Director
Place: Mumbai
Date : 3rd January, 2011
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