Mar 31, 2025
Your directors have the pleasure of presenting their Sixth (06th) Annual Report on the business and
operations of the company together with the audited financial statements of the Company for the
financial year ended 31st March, 2025.
The financial statements of the Company for the Financial Year ended 31st March 2025, have been
prepared in accordance with the applicable Accounting Standards (AS).
The standalone and consolidated financial highlights of your Company for the Financial Year ended 31st
March 2025 are summarised as follows:
|
Particulars |
FY 2024-25 |
FY 2023-24 |
||
|
Standalone |
Consolidated |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
|
|
Revenue from Operations |
11192.13 |
11380.54 |
7828.33 |
7828.33 |
|
Add: Other Income |
6.69 |
7.56 |
0.2 |
0.2 |
|
Total Income |
11198.81 |
11388.09 |
7828.53 |
7828.53 |
|
Total Expenses |
9,790.57 |
9,995.90 |
6,825.32 |
6,825.33 |
|
Profit Before Tax (PBT) |
1,408.25 |
1,392.19 |
1,003.21 |
1,003.20 |
|
Less: Tax Expenses |
436.66 |
445.05 |
299.81 |
299.81 |
|
Net Profit after Tax (PAT) |
971.59 |
947.15 |
703.40 |
703.39 |
|
Earnings Per Share(EPS) |
12.43 |
12.18 |
11.19 |
11.19 |
During the year under review, the standalone revenue from operations grew to ^ 11,192.13 lakhs from ^
7,828.33 lakhs last year, registering a growth of 42.97%.
The profit for the year was ^ 971.59 lakhs as against ^ 703.40 lakhs in the previous year, registering a
growth of 38.13%.
The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the year stood at ^ 12.43 per share, compared to ^ 11.19 per share for
the previous year.
During the year under review, the consolidated revenue from operations grew to ^ 11,380.54 lakhs from
^ 7,828.33 lakhs last year, registering a growth of 45.34%.
The profit for the year was ^ 947.15 lakhs as against ^ 703.39 lakhs in the previous year, registering a
growth of 34.65%.
The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the year stood at ^ 12.18 per share, compared to ^ 11.19 per share for
the previous year.
The Board of Directors is pleased to recommend a final dividend of ^0.50 per equity share (i.e., 5% on
the face value) for the financial year ended 31st March 2025, subject to the approval of the shareholders
at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
In accordance with Regulation 43A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015, the Dividend Distribution Policy is not applicable to the Company, as it does not fall
within the top thousand listed entities by market capitalization.
During the year under review, the provisions of Section 125(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 do not
applicable, as no dividend has been declared or paid in the last seven years Consequently, the Company
was not required to transfer any amount to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) established
by the Central Government under Section 125(e) of the Companies Act, 2013, as there are no unclaimed
amounts outstanding for a period of seven years from the date it became due for repayment.
The Company has a Closing Balance of ^ 5013.00 Lakhs as Reserve and Surplus as on 31.03.2025. The
Closing Balance of Reserve and Surplus is bifurcated as follows:
|
Sl. No. |
Particulars |
Amount (^ in lakhs) |
|
1. |
Opening Balance |
1684.55 |
|
2. |
Profit for the year |
971.59 |
|
3. |
Security Premium |
2356.86 |
|
4. |
Initial Public Issue Expenses |
0 |
|
Total |
5013.00 |
|
The Authorised Share Capital of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March 2025 is ^
10,00,00,000/- divided into 1,00,00,000 equity shares of ^10/- each.
During the year, the authorised share capital of the company has been increased from ^ 7,50,00,000/-
comprising of 75,00,000 Equity Shares of ^ 10/- each to ^ 10,00,00,000/- comprising of 1,00,00,000 Equity
Shares of ^ 10/- each with the approval of members on 31st May 2024 through postal ballot.
The paid-up share capital of the company for the financial year ended 31st March 2025 is ^ 8,57,04,000/-
divided into 85,70,400 equity shares of ^ 10/- each.
During the financial year under review, the paid-up share capital of the company increased from ^
7,14,20,000/- consisting of 71,42,000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each to ^ 8,57,04,000/- consisting of
8570400 equity shares of ^ 10/- pursuant to the allotment of 14,28,400 equity shares of ^ 10/- each at a
premium of ^ 165 per Equity Share on 11th October 2024 by way of allotment of rights shares to the
existing shareholders of the company.
As on 31st March 2025, all the Equity Shares of the company are held in dematerialized form and traded
electronically, except for 1000 Equity Shares held in physical form by a shareholder.
The Company has not issued any Equity Shares with differential voting rights, sweat equity shares, or
employees stock options, and has not bought back any of its shares during the year. Accordingly, no
disclosures are required under Rule 4(4), Rule 8(13), Rule 12(9), and Rule 16(4) of the Companies (Share
Capital and Debenture) Rules, 2014 read with Section 62 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Board of Directors of the Company, at its meeting held on 2nd February 2024, approved the
incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in India. Accordingly, M/s. Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited
was incorporated on 3rd March 2024 with an authorized share capital of ^10,00,000/- (Rupees Ten Lakhs
only), divided into 1,00,000 equity shares of ^10/- each, and an initial paid-up share capital of ^1,00,000/-
(Rupees One Lakh only), divided into 10,000 equity shares of ^10/- each, fully subscribed by the Company.
Subsequently, on 29th April 2024, the Company reduced its equity stake in M/s. Srivari Supply Chain
Private Limited from 100% to 40% by way of transfer of shares to another shareholder.
Thereafter, on 27th December 2024, the Company acquired the remaining 60% equity stake from the said
shareholder, thereby restoring its holding to 100% and making M/s. Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited,
a wholly owned subsidiary once again.
Later, the Board of Directors and the Audit Committee, at their meetings held on September 01, 2025,
approved the proposal to divest 100% stake in the Company''s wholly-owned subsidiary, Srivari Supply
Chain Private Limited ("SSCPL"). The said proposal is being placed before the shareholders for approval at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Detailed information relating to the proposed sale is provided under
Item No. 7 of the Notice and the accompanying Explanatory Statement
The statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of the subsidiary, pursuant to
sub-section 3 of Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013, in Form AOC-1, is herewith annexed to this
report and marked as Annexure - I. The statement also provides the details of the performance and
financial position of the subsidiary.
Post closure of the financial year, the Board of Directors and the Audit Committee, at their meetings held
on September 01, 2025, approved the proposal to divest 100% stake in the Company''s wholly-owned
subsidiary, Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited ("SSCPL"). The said proposal is being placed before the
shareholders for approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Detailed information relating to the
proposed sale is provided under Item No. 7 of the Notice and the accompanying Explanatory Statement.
Your company has altered the capital clause of the Memorandum of Association of the Company,
pursuant to the increase in the authorised capital of the Company from ^ 7,50,00,000 to ^10,00,00,000
vide resolution dated 31st May 2024 passed by the members through postal ballot.
However, there is no change in the Articles of Association of the Company during the period under review.
The Board of Directors of the Company, at its meeting held on 17th April 2024, approved a rights issue of
equity shares to raise up to ^25 Crores.
The Company submitted the Draft Letter of Offer to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE)
on 12th July 2024. Thereafter, NSE, vide its letter dated 22nd August 2024, granted in-principle approval
for the use of its name in the Letter of Offer for the proposed rights issue.
Subsequently, on 29th August 2024, the Board approved the issuance of up to 14,28,400 (Fourteen Lakhs
Twenty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred) Rights Equity Shares of ^10/- each at an issue price of ^175/- per
share (including a premium of ^165/- per share), aggregating to ^24,99,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty-Four
Crores and Ninety-Nine Lakhs only), to all eligible equity shareholders of the Company as on the Record
Date of 4th September 2024, on a rights basis.
The Board at its meeting held on 10th September 2024, approved the Letter of Offer, Abridged Letter of
Offer, the Application form, and the Rights Entitlement Letter dated September 10, 2024.
The Rights Issue remained open from 24th September 2024 to 3rd October 2024. The Basis of Allotment
was finalized on 11th October 2024, in consultation with NSE, the Registrar to the Issue, and the Merchant
Banker. Pursuant to which, 14,28,400 equity shares of ^10/- each were allotted under the Rights Issue.
The Company received listing approval from NSE on 16th October 2024 for trading of the aforesaid equity
shares. Consequently, the 14,28,400 equity shares issued under the Rights Issue were listed and admitted
to dealings on the NSE - SME Platform with effect from 17th October 2024, under the symbol "SSFL".
During the year, the Company successfully raised ^2,499.00 Lakhs through the Rights Issue of equity
shares. The gross proceeds from the Rights Issue have been utilized in line with the purposes stated in the
Letter of Offer, and there has been no deviation or variation in the utilization of funds as compared to the
objects of the issue.
The Board of Directors of the Company has an optimum combination of Executive, Non-Executive &
Independent Directors. As on the 31st March, 2025, the Board comprises 4 (Four) Directors, out of which
2 are Executive Directors, including one Women director, and 2 are non-Executive & Independent
Directors. The Chairman of the Board is an Executive Director.
The details of the directors and key managerial personnel of the company are provided as follows:
|
Sl. No. |
Name |
Designation |
|
1. |
Neihaa Rathi |
Chairman & Whole Time Director |
|
2. |
Narayan Das Rathi |
Whole Time Director |
|
3. |
Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Independent Director |
|
4. |
Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Independent Director |
|
5. |
Hari Prasad Puttumurthi |
Independent Director* |
|
6. |
Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla |
Additional Director** |
|
7. |
Barla Sushma |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
|
8. |
Naveena Chepur |
Chief Financial Officer |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), Independent Director, resigned from his position effective
from 28th May, 2024, due to pre-occupation
* * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as an additional director in the
Independent (Non-Executive) Category by the board at its meeting held on 28th May, 2024, and resigned
from his position effective from 14th July, 2025, due to pre-occupation
During the financial year under review, pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act,
2013, Mr. Narayan Das Rathi (DIN: 09065949) retired by rotation and was re-appointed by the members
of the Company in the 05th Annual General Meeting held on 30th September 2024.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mrs. Neihaa Rathi (DIN:
05274847), Executive Director of the Company, being longest in the office amongst the Directors liable to
retire by rotation is proposed to retire at the ensuing 06th Annual General Meeting and being eligible has
offered herself for re-appointment at the said meeting of the Company. Appropriate resolution is being
presented in the Notice of the 06th Annual General Meeting for the approval of members in this regard.
During the year under review, the following changes in the Board of Directors and the Key Managerial
Personnel took place:
i) Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), Independent Director, resigned from the office of
directorship w.e.f. 28th May, 2024, due to pre-occupation. The Board expresses its sincere appreciation
for the valuable guidance and contribution made by Mr. Puttumurthi during his tenure as an
Independent Director.
ii) Based on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, the board appointed
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) as the Additional Director in the Independent (Non¬
Executive) Category during its meeting held on 28th May, 2024.
Subsequently, at the Annual General Meeting of the company held on September 30, 2024, the
members of the company appointed Ms. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) as a Non¬
Executive Independent Director of the Company w.e.f. 28th May 2024, for a term of 5 (five) years
Later, Mr. Srinivasan resigned from the office of directorship w.e.f. 14th July, 2025, due to pre¬
occupation. The Board expresses its sincere appreciation for the valuable guidance and contribution
made by Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla during his tenure as an Independent Director.
iii) Board of Directors, in their meeting held on 01st September, 2025, upon recommendation of
Nomination & Remuneration committee, recommended for re-appointment of Mrs. Neihaa Rathi (DIN:
05274847) as Chairman & Whole Time Director of the Company for a period of 3 (three) years w.e.f.
02nd March, 2026, Subject to approval of members of the Company in the ensuing Annual General
Meeting.
iv) Board of Directors, in their meeting held on 01st September, 2025, upon recommendation of
Nomination & Remuneration committee, recommended for re-appointment of Mr. Narayan Das Rathi
(DIN: 09065949) as Whole Time Director of the Company for a period of 3 (three) years w.e.f. 02nd
March, 2026, Subject to approval of members of the Company in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
All Independent Directors have submitted their declaration of independence in accordance with the
provisions of Section 149(7) of the Act and Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations, stating that they
meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act. The Board is of the opinion
that the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience, and expertise
and hold highest standards of integrity.
In accordance with the provisions of Schedule IV to the Act and Regulation 25(3) of the SEBI (LODR), 2015,
a separate meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company was held on 07th March 2025 to discuss
relevant items, including the agenda items as prescribed under the applicable laws. The meeting was
attended by all the Independent Directors of the Company.
The Independent Directors of the Company are persons of integrity, eminent personalities having
expertise/ experience in their respective fields/ professions. These Directors meet the criteria of
independence, as specified in SEBI (LODR) Regulations, and were selected and appointed, based on well-
defined selection criteria. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee considers, inter alia, key
qualifications, skills, expertise, and competencies, fulfilment of criteria for independence, while
recommending to the Board, the candidature for appointment as Independent Director, to enable the
Board to discharge its functions and duties effectively.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have been registered and are members of the Independent
Directors Databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), in terms of the
provisions of Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2019, and the
Companies (Creation and Maintenance of Databank of Independent Directors) Rules, 2019.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder, the Board has carried
out the evaluation of its own performance and the performance of Individual Directors, Board
Committees, including the Chairman of the Board, on the basis of attendance, contribution, and various
criteria as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company. The
evaluation of the working of the Board, its committees, experience and expertise, performance of specific
duties and obligations, etc, was carried out. The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation
process and outcome.
The performance of each of the non-independent directors (including the Chairman) was also evaluated
by the Independent Directors at a separate meeting held by the Independent Directors of the Company.
During the year, the Board of Directors convened fourteen (14) meetings, adhering to the Companies Act,
2013, SEBI Listing Regulations, and Secretarial Standards on Board Meetings, with the gap between two
meetings not exceeding 120 days. Notices of the Board meetings were provided to all the Directors of the
Company well in advance. Additional meetings were held depending upon the requirements of the
Company. Details of these meetings, including attendance records for each director, are provided below.
|
Sl. No. |
Date of Board |
Name of the Director and his/her attendance |
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|
Narayan |
Neihaa Rathi |
Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Rashida Younus Ahmedaba dwala |
Hari Prasad Puttumurt hi |
Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla |
||
|
1. |
17 April 2024 |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
NA** |
|
2. |
29 April 2024 |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
3. |
28 May 2024 |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
4. |
27 June 2024 |
? |
? |
? |
? |
NA* |
? |
|
5. |
12 July 2024 |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
6. |
06 August |
? |
? |
? |
? |
LA |
|
|
7. |
29 August |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
8. |
04 September |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
9. |
10 September |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
10. |
10 October |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
|
|
11. |
11 October |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
||
|
12. |
11 November |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
||
|
13. |
27 December |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
||
|
14. |
07 March |
? |
? |
? |
? |
? |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), Independent Director, resigned from the office of
directorship w.e.f. 28th May, 2024, due to pre-occupation.
** Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as an Additional Director
(Independent Category) by the board at its meeting held on 28th May, 2024.
Your Company has in place the Committee(s) as mandated under the provisions of the Companies Act,
2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. There are currently
Four (4) committees of the Board, namely:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination & Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders'' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The Audit Committee was duly constituted by the board on 07th April 2023, in accordance the section 177
of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Meetings of the Board and its Powers)
Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time. It adheres to the terms of reference, which were prepared in
compliance with Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015. The
Committee was re-constituted on 01st September 2025.
During the financial year under review, the Audit Committee convened 6 (Six) meetings on the following
dates: 29th April 2024, 28th May 2024, 27th June 2024, 04th September 2024, 11th November 2024, and 27th
December 2024. The attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
|
Name |
Designation |
Nature of |
No. of Meetings |
||
|
Held |
Entitled to attend |
Attended |
|||
|
Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
6 |
6 |
6 |
|
Ms. Rashida Younus |
Member |
Independent Director |
6 |
6 |
6 |
|
Mr. Hari Prasad |
Member |
Independent Director |
6 |
2 |
2 |
|
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan |
Member |
Independent Director |
6 |
4 |
4 |
|
Member |
Whole Time |
6 |
0 |
0 |
|
|
Mr. Narayan Das Rathi*** |
Director |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024.
* * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024 and ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 14.07.2024
*** Mr. Narayan Das Rathi became a member of the Committee w.e.f. 01.09.2025
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee was duly constituted by the board on 07th April 2023, in
accordance with Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Meetings
of the Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time. The Committee was re¬
constituted on 28th May 2024.
During the financial year under review, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee convened 2 (Two)
meetings on the following dates: 28th May 2024 and 04th September 2024. The attendance records of the
members of the Committee are as follows:
|
Name |
Designation |
Nature of |
No. of Meetings |
||
|
Held |
Entitled to |
Attended |
|||
|
Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
2 |
2 |
2 |
|
Ms. Rashida Younus |
Member |
Independent Director |
2 |
2 |
2 |
|
Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi* |
Member |
Independent Director |
2 |
1 |
2 |
|
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan |
Member |
Independent Director |
2 |
1 |
1 |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024.
* * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024 and ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 14.07.2024
The Stakeholders Relationship Committee was duly constituted by the board on 07th April 2023 and is in
compliance with the requirements of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Committee was
reconstituted on 01st September 2025.
During the year under review, one meeting of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee was held on 07th
March 2025, and the attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
|
Name |
Designati |
Nature of |
No. of Meetings |
|||
|
Held |
Entitled to |
Attended |
||||
|
Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
|
Ms. Rashida Younus |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
|
Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi1 |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
NA |
NA |
|
|
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
|
Mrs. Neihaa Rathi*** |
Member |
Chairman & Whole |
1 |
0 |
0 |
|
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024.
* 1 Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f.
28.05.2024 and ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 14.07.2024
*** Mrs. Neihaa Rathi became a member of the Committee w.e.f. 01.09.2025
The Corporate Social Responsibility Committee was duly constituted by the board of directors on 04th
September 2024 in accordance with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, and was reconstituted on
01st September 2025.
During the year under review, one meeting of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee was held on
07th March 2025, and the attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
|
Name |
Nature of |
Designation |
No. of Meetings |
|
|
Held |
attended |
|||
|
Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
|
Ms. Rashida Younus |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
|
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
|
Mr. Narayan Das Rathi |
Member |
Chairman & Whole |
1 |
1 |
Related Party Transactions entered into during the financial year under review are disclosed in Notes
forming part of standalone financials under the head Related Party Disclosures (AS - 18). These
transactions were at an arm''s length basis and in the ordinary course of business.
During the year under review, contracts or arrangements entered into with the related party, as defined
under Section 2(76) of the Companies Act, were in the ordinary course of business and an arm''s length
basis. There were no materially significant Related Party Transactions with the Company''s promoters,
directors, management or their relatives which could have had a potential conflict with the interests of
the Company.
Form AOC-2, containing a note on the Related Party Transactions, is enclosed herewith as Annexure II to
this report.
As on 31 March 2025, the Company''s net worth exceeded ^25 crore, thereby attracting the applicability
of Regulation 23 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 relating
to Related Party Transactions.
In compliance with the said Regulation, the Company has adopted a Board-approved Policy on Related
Party Transactions, which governs the review, approval, and disclosure of all transactions with related
parties.
The Related Party Transaction Policy, as approved by the Board, may be accessed on the Company''s
website https://srivarispices.com/codes-policies.php
Further, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR)
Regulations, 2015, the Company is seeking the approval of the shareholders at the ensuing Annual General
Meeting for material related party transactions proposed for the financial year 2025-26.
The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the Company has been constituted in accordance
with the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Committee is entrusted with the
responsibility to:
⢠formulate and recommend to the Board the CSR Policy indicating the activities to be undertaken
by the Company as specified in Schedule VII of the Act;
⢠recommend the amount of expenditure to be incurred on such CSR activities; and
⢠monitor the implementation of the CSR Policy of the Company.
The brief outline of the CSR Policy of the Company, along with the initiatives undertaken during the year,
is provided in "Annexure III" to this Report, in the format prescribed under the Companies (Corporate
Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014.
For the financial year 2024-25, the Company has spent an amount of ^12,25,000/- (Rupees Twelve Lakhs
Twenty-Five Thousand only) towards CSR activities. The expenditure was incurred for the welfare of
underprivileged children, by providing them medical assistance under the sectors of Education and
Healthcare, through Ashirvad Foundation.
M/s. Rao & Shyam, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 006186S), Hyderabad, were appointed as the Statutory
Auditors of the Company at the 04th Annual General Meeting held on 30th September 2023 for a term of
five years, to hold office till the conclusion of the 09th Annual General Meeting of the Company. The
Auditors have confirmed their eligibility under Section 141 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Rules
framed thereunder.
The Auditor''s Report on the standalone & consolidated financial statements of the Company for the
financial year 2024-25 does not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remark, or disclaimer. The
notes on the financial statements referred to therein are self-explanatory and do not require any further
comments from the board.
In terms of the provision of Section 204 of the Act read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration
of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board, at the recommendation of the Audit Committee, had
appointed M/s. P.S. Rao & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries as the Secretarial Auditor for
conducting the Secretarial Audit of your Company for the Financial Year ended 31st March, 2025. The
Secretarial Audit Report, in form MR-3, for the financial year 2024-25 forms part of this Report as
Annexure IV. The contents of the Secretarial Audit Report are self-explanatory and do not contain any
qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
Further, Pursuant to Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 24A of SEBI (LODR)
Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors of your Company, considering the experience, competency,
efficiency, independence, etc. and on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, at its meeting held
on 01st September, 2025, subject to approval of members of the Company in the ensuing AGM, has
appointed P. S. Rao & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditors for a period of 5
years commencing from FY 2025-26 till FY 2029-30, at a remuneration of Rs. 3,00,000/- (plus applicable
taxes for the remuneration as may be decided by the Board of Directors of the Company in consultation
with the Secretarial Auditors, for subsequent years.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Cost
Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, the Company is required to maintain cost records in respect of the
products manufactured by it, and such accounts and records are duly maintained for the financial year
2024-25.
However, cost audit, as specified under Rule 4 of the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 is
not applicable.
The Board on the recommendation of the Audit Committee of the Company in its meeting held on 28th
May, 2024, appointed M/s. M N H & Co, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 006186S) as the
Internal Auditor of the Company to conduct the Internal Audit for the financial year 2024-25 as required
under section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder.
As there is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark in the reports given by the Statutory Auditors
for the Financial Year 2024-25, your directors need not provide any clarification on the same.
There is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark in the reports given by the Secretarial Auditors,
for the financial year 2024-2025.
During the year under review, neither the Statutory Auditors nor the Secretarial Auditors have reported
to the Audit Committee any instances of fraud committed against the Company by its officers and
employees, the details of which would need to be mentioned in the Board''s Report under Section 143(12)
of the Act.
The Company maintains an internal financial control system that aligns with its operational needs.
Management actively monitors the safeguarding of assets, the prevention and detection of fraud and
errors, and ensures the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, including the timely
preparation of reliable financial information.
All transactions are duly authorized, accurately recorded and reported to Management. The Company
adheres to all applicable Accounting Standards to ensure proper maintenance of accounting records and
accurate financial reporting. The Company remains committed to upholding robust systems and
procedures appropriate to its size and business nature, ensuring that assets are protected against loss and
that financial and operational information is accurate and complete.
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report, as required under Regulation 34 & Schedule V of
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015, is provided as Annexure V and forms part of this report.
Since the Company''s securities are listed on the SME Platform of NSE - EMERGE, by virtue of Regulation
15 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 the compliance with the
Corporate Governance provisions as specified in Regulations 17 to 27 and clauses (b) to (i) and (t) of sub¬
regulation (2) of regulation 46 and para C, D and E of Schedule V are not applicable to the Company.
Hence, Corporate Governance does not form part of this Board''s Report.
In terms of Section 92(3) of the Act, read with Rule 11 of The Companies (Management and
Administration) Rules, the Annual Return, comprising the requisite details in Form MGT-7, has been
prepared and made available on the website of the Company under the web link
https://srivarispices.com/annual-return.php
Details of Loans, Guarantees, and Investments covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the
Companies Act, 2013, read with Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, are given in
the notes to the Financial Statements.
During the year under review, Your Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section
76 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
Your Company has received declarations with respect to loans received from the directors of the
company, stating that the amount is not being given out of funds acquired by them by borrowing or
accepting loans or deposits from others
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(c) and Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, to
the best of their knowledge and belief, the Board of Directors hereby submits that:
a) In the preparation of the Annual accounts, for the year ended on March 31, 2025, the applicable
accounting standards have been followed, and there is no material departure from the same;
b) The directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made
judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the
state of affairs of the Company for the Financial Year ended on March 31, 2025;
c) 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;
d) The directors had prepared the Annual accounts on a going concern basis;
e) The directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company, and that such
internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively, and
f) 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.
Risk management is the process of identification, assessment, and prioritization of risks followed by
coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and mitigate/control the probability and/or impact of
unfortunate events. The Company has initiated a process of preparing a comprehensive risk assessment
and minimization procedures. The major risks are being identified by the Company in areas of operations,
financial processes, human resources, and statutory compliance.
The Company has developed and implemented a risk management policy, which includes the
identification therein of elements of risk, which, in the opinion of the board, may threaten the existence
of the Company.
The information pertaining to the conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption, Foreign Exchange
Earnings, and outgo as required under Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 (3)
of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is as follows:
The Company prioritizes energy cost savings by continually striving to reduce per-unit energy
consumption. We are committed to optimizing energy use and minimizing waste wherever
possible. Our energy consumption is monitored regularly to identify and implement measures
for improved efficiency.
The Company is actively exploring alternative energy sources to support internal power
generation for our operations.
No capital investment was made in energy conservation equipment during the financial year.
The Company is dedicated to improving product quality and reducing costs. However, during the year,
there were no new technology imports or independent research and development activities.
Consequently, there was no significant expenditure on technology or R&D.
During the Financial year under review, the foreign exchange earnings is Nil and outgo is Nil.
Your Company considers its Human Resources as the key to achieving its objectives. Keeping this in view,
your Company takes utmost care to attract and retain quality employees. The employees are sufficiently
empowered, and such a work environment propels them to achieve higher levels of performance. The
unflinching commitment of the employees is the driving force behind the Company''s vision. Your
Company appreciates the spirit of its dedicated employees.
As required under Regulation 17(8) of the Listing Regulations, a certificate duly signed by the CEO/ CFO of
the Company is appended as an Annexure to this Report.
Your Company has paid the Annual Listing Fee for the financial year 2025-26 to the National Stock
Exchange of India Ltd according to the prescribed norms & regulations. The company has also paid Annual
Custody Fee to National Securities Depository Limited and the Issuer Fee to Central Depository Services
(India) Limited for the financial year 2025-26.
Your Company promotes ethical behavior in all its business activities and has put in place a mechanism
wherein the employees are free to report illegal or unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or
violation of the Company''s Codes of Conduct or Corporate Governance Policies or any improper activity
to the Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Company or Chairman of the Board.
The Whistle Blower Policy has been duly communicated within your Company. Under the Whistle Blower
Policy, the confidentiality of those reporting violations is protected, and they are not subject to any
discriminatory practices. No personnel have been denied access to the Audit Committee in this regard.
The Whistle Blower Policy may be accessed on the Company''s website https://srivarispices.com/codes-
policies.php
Your Company has always provided a safe and harassment-free workplace to every individual working on
its premises through various policies and practices. Your Company always endeavors to create an
environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment.
Your Company has adopted the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Policy in accordance with The Sexual
Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. As per the said
Policy, an Internal Complaint Committee (ICC) has been duly constituted by the Company to redress
complaints received regarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary,
trainees) are covered under this policy. The policy can be accessed at the website of the Company at
https://srivarispices.com/codes-policies.php.
⢠No. of sexual harassment complaints received: Nil
⢠No. of complaints disposed off: Nil
⢠No. of cases pending for more than 90 days complaints disposed off: Nil
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
The Company affirms that it has complied with the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, including
the amendments introduced by the Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
During the year under review, no employee of the Company availed maternity benefits. However, the
Company has adequate policies and systems in place to extend all statutory benefits to eligible women
employees, including:
⢠Paid maternity leave of 26 weeks,
⢠Provision of nursing breaks and creche facility (as applicable),
⢠Assurance of non-discrimination in recruitment and service conditions on grounds of maternity,
and
⢠Awareness and sensitization programs to support female employees during maternity.
The Company remains committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace that prioritizes
employee well-being and gender equity.
The information required pursuant to Section 197 (12) read with Rule 5 (1) of the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, in respect of employees of the
Company is herewith annexed as Annexure VI.
In terms of Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014, the Company does not have any employee who is employed throughout the financial year and in
receipt of remuneration of ^ 1 crore and 2 Lakhs, or employees who are employed for part of the year
and in receipt of ^ 8.50 Lakhs or more per month.
Your company has neither made any application nor has any proceedings pending under the Insolvency
and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, during the financial year 2024-25.
Your company has not made any one-time settlements against loans taken from banks or financial
institutions during the financial year 2024-25.
(i) Significant and material orders passed by the regulators
No significant and material orders have been passed during the year under review by the regulators
or courts or tribunals affecting the going concern status and the Company''s operations in the
future.
There is no change in the nature of business of the Company during the year under review.
Your Company has complied with the secretarial standards i.e., SS-1, and SS-2 relating to Meetings
of the Board of Directors and General Meetings respectively, issued by the Institute of Company
Secretaries of India and notified by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs
The Compliance Officer of the Company is Ms. Sushma Barla (ICSI Membership No. A51275) who is
the designated Company Secretary of the Company
The company''s equity shares are listed on the SME Platform of NSE - Emerge. The company has
paid the Annual Listing Fees to NSE for the Financial Year 2025-26. All compliances with respect to
the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 have been duly made
by the company.
The Company has appointed Bigshare Services Limited as its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent
The Company has no credit rating during the year under review.
Your directors express their heartfelt gratitude to all the stakeholders including suppliers, distributors,
wholesalers, retailers, customers, and lenders for their trust, confidence, and unwavering support of the
Company.
We reaffirm our commitment to operating with honesty, integrity, and respect, and to being accountable
to all our stakeholders
Additionally, we sincerely appreciate the dedicated efforts of our employees, whose wholehearted
commitment drives our success.
We also wish to acknowledge and thank the Central and State Governments, the Stock Exchange, RBI, and
other Regulatory Bodies, Bankers, associates, and well-wishers for their ongoing cooperation and support.
Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f.
14.07.2024
Mar 31, 2024
Your directors have the pleasure of presenting their Fifth (05th) Annual Report on the business and operations of the company together with the audited financial statements of the Company for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024.
The financial statements of the Company for the Financial Year ended 31st March 2024, have been prepared in accordance with the applicable Accounting Standards (AS).
The standalone and consolidated financial highlights of your Company for the Financial Year ended 31st March 2024 are summarised as follows:
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(^ in Lakhs) |
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Particulars |
FY 2023-24 |
FY 2022-23* |
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Standalone |
Consolidated |
Standalone |
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Revenue from Operations |
7828.33 |
7828.33 |
3,581.29 |
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Add: Other Income |
0.2 |
0.2 |
0.72 |
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Total Income |
7828.53 |
7828.53 |
3,582.01 |
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Total Expenses |
6,825.32 |
6,825.33 |
3,155.93 |
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Profit Before Tax (PBT) |
1,003.21 |
1,003.20 |
426.08 |
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Less: Tax Expenses |
299.81 |
299.81 |
116.93 |
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Net Profit after Tax (PAT) |
703.40 |
703.39 |
309.15 |
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Earnings Per Share (EPS) |
11.19 |
11.19 |
6.99 |
* Since there were no subsidiary companies for the financial year ending 31st March 2023, preparation of consolidated financial statements are not applicable for the FY 2022-23.
During the year under review, the standalone revenue from operations for the year grew to ^ 7828.33 lakhs from ^ 3581.29 lakhs last year registering a growth of 118.59%.
The profit for the year was ^ 703.40 lakhs as against ^ 309.15 lakhs in the previous year registering a growth of 135.455%.
The Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the year stood at ^ 11.19 per share, compared to ^ 6.99 per share for the previous year.
The Directors have chosen to reinvest the earnings into the business''s growth and, as a result, have decided not to recommend any dividend for the year under review.
The provisions of regulation 43A (2) of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 regarding the establishment of a Dividend Distribution Policy are not applicable to the company.
During the year under review, the provisions of Section 125(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 do not applicable, as no dividend has been declared or paid in the last seven years. Consequently, the Company was not required to transfer any amount to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) established by the Central Government under Section 125(e) of the Companies Act, 2013, as there are no unclaimed amounts outstanding for a period of seven years from the date it became due for repayment.
The Company has a Closing Balance of Rs. 1684.55 Lakhs as Reserve and Surplus as on 31.03.2024. The Closing Balance of Reserve and Surplus is bifurcated as follows:
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Sl. No. |
Particulars |
Amount (^ in lakhs) |
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1. |
Opening Balance |
413.77 |
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2. |
Profit for the year |
703.4 |
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3. |
Security Premium |
685.8 |
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4. |
Initial Public Issue Expenses |
-118.42 |
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Total |
1684.55 |
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The Authorised Share Capital of the Company for the financial year ended 31 March 2024, is Rs.
7.50.00. 000/- divided into 75,00,000 equity shares of Rs.10/- each.
Post the Financial year under review, the authorised share capital of the company has been increased from Rs. 7,50,00,000/- comprising of 75,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each to Rs. 10,00,00,000/-comprising of 1,00,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each with the approval of members on 31st May 2024 through postal ballot.
The paid-up share capital of the company for the financial year ended 31 March 2024, is Rs. 7,14,20,000/-divided into 71,42,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
During the financial year under review, the paid-up share capital of the company increased from Rs.
5.00. 00.000/- consisting of 50,00,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each to Rs. 7,14,20,000/- consisting of 71,42,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- according to allotment of 21,42,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each at a premium of Rs. 32 per Equity Share, made on 14th August 2023 under an Initial Public Offer ("IPO") of the Company.
As on 31st March 2024, all the Equity Shares of the company are held in dematerialized form and traded electronically, except for 1000 Equity Shares held by one shareholder in physical form.
The Company has not issued any Equity Shares with differential voting rights, sweat equity shares, or employees stock options, and did not purchase its shares. Hence, there is no information to be provided as required under Rule 4(4), Rule 8(13), Rule 12(9), and Rule 16(4) of the Companies (Share Capital and Debenture) Rules, 2014 and Section 62 of Companies Act, 2013.
The Board of Directors of the company at its meeting held on February 02, 2024 approved the incorporation of a Wholly Owned Subsidiary Company in India, consequently, M/s. Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited was incorporated on 03rd March 2024 with an authorized capital of ^ 10,00,000/- (Rupees Ten Lakhs Only) divided into 1,00,000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each and Paid-up Capital of ^ 1,00,000/-(Rupees One Lakh only) divided into 10,000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each.
Subsequently, on April 29, 2024, the Company reduced its equity stake M/s. Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited from 100% to 40% by transferring the shares. Post such share transfer, Srivari Supply Chain Private Limited is no longer a subsidiary of the Company but continue to be an associate company.
The statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of the subsidiary, pursuant to sub-section 3 of Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013, in Form AOC-1 is herewith annexed to this report and marked as Annexure - I. The statement also provides the details of the performance and financial position of the subsidiary.
The Board of Directors of the company passed a resolution on April 17, 2024, approving a rights issue to raise up to Rs. 25 Crores.
The company submitted the Draft Letter of Offer to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited on 12th July 2024. Following this, the NSE issued an In-principle approval letter dated 22nd August 2024 granting permission to use its name in the Letter of Offer for the proposed rights issue of the company''s equity shares.
Subsequently, on August 29, 2024, the Board approved the issuance of up to 14,28,400 (Fourteen Lakhs Twenty-Eight Thousand Four Hundred) Rights Equity Shares with a nominal value of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten only) each, at an issue price of Rs. 175/- (Rupees One Hundred and Seventy-Five only) per share, aggregating to a total amount of Rs. 24,99,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty-Four Crores and Ninety-Nine Lakhs only) to all eligible equity shareholders of the company as of the record date, September 4, 2024, on a rights basis.
Your company has altered the capital clause of the Memorandum of Association of the Company, pursuant to the increase in the authorised capital of the Company from Rs. 7,50,00,000 to Rs.10,00,00,000 vide resolution dated 31st May 2024 passed by the members through postal ballot.
However, there is no change in the Articles of Association of the Company during the period under review. LISTING
During the year under review, the Company successfully launched an Initial Public offer (IPO) of 21,42,000 (Twenty-One Lakh Forty-Two Thousand) equity shares of Rs.10/- each at a premium of Rs.32/- per share.
The Company sought in-principle approval from the Emerge Platform of the National Stock Exchange Limited (NSE) for the listing of its equity shares on the SME Platform. NSE granted in-principle approval to the Company via a letter dated June 30, 2023.
The Public Issue was open for a period of three days from August 7, 2023 to August 9, 2023. The Basis of Allotment was finalized on August 14, 2023, in consultation with the NSE, the Registrar to the Issue, and the Merchant Banker. Accordingly, 21,42,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each were allotted under Public Issue.
The Company received approval for the listing of its equity shares from NSE on August 17, 2023 for listing and trading of 71,42,000 equity shares and accordingly, the equity shares of the Company were duly listed on NSE - SME Platform w.e.f. 18th August 2024., under the symbol "SSFL".
The Company successfully raised Rs. 899.64 Lakhs through the Initial Public Offering (IPO). The gross proceeds from the IPO have been utilized in accordance with the proposed allocation outlined in the objects chapter of the Offer Document.
During the financial year under review, the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the rules made thereunder were not applicable to the company. The Company did not have a CSR policy, a CSR Committee, nor did it incur any expenditure under corporate social responsibility.
However, the provisions of CSR are applicable to the company for the financial year 2024-25, based on the profit for the financial year 2023-24. Accordingly, the Board of Directors of the Company in its meeting held on 04th September 2024 constituted a Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
The Board of Directors of the Company has an optimum combination of Executive, Non-Executive, and Independent Directors. As on the 31st March, 2024, the Board comprises of 5 (Five) Directors, out of which 2 are Executive Directors including one Women director and 3 are non-Executive Directors. The Chairman of the Board is an Executive Director.
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The details of the directors and key managerial personnel of the company are provided as follows: |
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Sl. No. |
Name |
Designation |
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1. |
Narayan Das Rathi |
Chairman & Whole Time Director |
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2. |
Neihaa Rathi |
Whole Time Director |
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3. |
Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Independent Director |
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4. |
Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Independent Director |
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5. |
Hari Prasad Puttumurthi |
Independent Director* |
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6. |
Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla |
Additional Director** |
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7. |
Aradhana Puranlal Kawde A |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
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8. |
Barla Sushma A |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer |
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9. |
Naveena Chepur |
Chief Financial Officer |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), Independent Director, resigned from his position effective from 28th May, 2024 due to pre-occupation
* * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as an additional director in the Independent (Non-Executive) Category by the board at its meeting held on 28th May, 2024
A Ms. Aradhana Puranlal Kawde was Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company from 01st April 2023 to 21st November 2023. Subsequently, Ms. Sushma Barla was appointed as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company w.e.f. 05th February 2024.
During the financial year under review, pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mrs. Neihaa Rathi (DIN: 05274847) retired by rotation and was re-appointed by the members of the Company in the 4th Annual General Meeting held on 30th September 2023.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Narayan Das Rathi (DIN: 9065949), Executive Director of the Company, being longest in the office amongst the Directors liable to retire by rotation is proposed to retire at the ensuing 05th Annual General Meeting and being eligible has offered himself for re-appointment at the said meeting of the Company. Appropriate resolution is being presented in the Notice of the 5th Annual General Meeting for approval of members in this regard.
During the year under review, the following changes in the Board of Directors and the Key Managerial Personnel took place:
i) Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala (DIN: 09767329) resigned from the post of Non-Executive Director of the Company w.e.f. 6th April, 2023.
Subsequently, at the extra-ordinary general meeting of the company held on April 07, 2023, the members of the company appointed Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala (DIN: 09767329), as a NonExecutive Independent Director of the Company w.e.f. April 07, 2023, for a term of 5 (five) years
ii) Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama (DIN: 09771391) resigned from the post of Non-Executive Director of the Company w.e.f. 6th April, 2023.
Subsequently, at the extra-ordinary general meeting of the company held on April 07, 2023, the members of the company appointed Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama (DIN: 09771391), as a Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company w.e.f. April 07, 2023, for a term of 5 (five) years
iii) Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), Independent Director, resigned from the office of directorship w. e. f. 28th May, 2024 due to pre-occupation. The Board expresses its sincere appreciation for the valuable guidance and contribution made by Mr. Puttumurthi during his tenure as an Independent Director.
iv) Based on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, the board appointed Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) as the Additional Director in the Independent (Non-
Executive) Category during its meeting held on 28th May, 2024. The board seeks approval of members for his appointment as Independent Director and an appropriate resolution is being presented in the Notice of 05th Annual General Meeting of the Company, in this regard.
v) At its meeting held on 01st April 2023, the board appointed Ms. Aradhana Puranlal Kawde (ICSI Membership No. A67593) as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company. Subsequently, Ms. Kawde resigned from the position of Company Secretary & Compliance Officer w.e.f. 21st November 2023 due to personal reasons. The Board records its sincere appreciation for her valuable service and contributions to the Company.
vi) On the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the board at its meeting held on 05th February 2024, appointed Ms. Sushma Barla as the Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company.
All Independent Directors have submitted their declaration of independence in accordance with the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Act and Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations, stating that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations. The Board is of the opinion that the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications, experience, and expertise and hold highest standards of integrity.
In accordance with the provisions of Schedule IV to the Act and Regulation 25(3) of the SEBI (LODR), 2015, a separate meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company was held on 20th March 2024 to discuss relevant items including the agenda items as prescribed under the applicable laws. The meetings were attended by all the Independent Directors of the Company.
The Independent Directors of the Company are persons of integrity, eminent personalities having expertise/ experience in their respective fields/ professions. These Directors meet the criteria of independence, as specified in SEBI (LODR) Regulations, and were selected and appointed, based on well-defined selection criteria. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee considers, inter alia, key qualifications, skills, expertise and competencies, fulfilment of criteria for independence, while recommending to the Board, the candidature for appointment as Independent Director, to enable the Board to discharge its functions and duties, effectively.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have been registered and are members of Independent Directors Databank maintained by Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), in terms of the provisions of Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2019 and the Companies (Creation and Maintenance of Databank of Independent Directors) Rules, 2019.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder, the Board has carried out the evaluation of its own performance and, the performance of Individual Directors, Board Committees including the Chairman of the Board on the basis of attendance, contribution and various
criteria as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company. The evaluation of the working of the Board, its committees, experience and expertise, performance of specific duties and obligations etc were carried out. The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process and outcome.
The performance of each of the non-independent directors (including the Chairman) was also evaluated by the Independent Directors at a separate meeting held of Independent Directors of the Company.
During the year, the Board of Directors convened Twenty (20) meetings, adhering to the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Listing Regulations, and Secretarial Standards on Board Meetings, with the gap between two meetings not exceeding 120 days. Notices of the Board meetings were provided to all the Directors of the Company well in advance. Additional meetings were held depending upon the requirements of the Company. Details of these meetings, including attendance records for each director, are provided below.
Your Company has in place the Committee(s) as mandated under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. There are currently Four (4) committees of the Board, namely:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination & Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders'' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The Audit Committee is duly constituted in accordance the section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Meetings of the Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time. It adheres to the terms of reference which is prepared in compliance with Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015.
The Audit Committee was constituted on 07th April 2023.
During the financial year under review, the Audit Committee convened 8 (Eight) meetings on the following dates: 15th July 2023, 18th July 2023, 04th September 2023, 14th November 2023, 05th February 2024, 20th March 2024, and 30th March 2024. The attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
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Name |
Nature of Directorship |
Designation |
No. of Meetings |
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Held |
Attended |
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Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent |
8 |
8 |
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Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Member |
Independent |
8 |
8 |
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Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi* |
Member |
Independent |
8 |
8 |
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Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla** |
Member |
Independent |
0 |
NA |
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* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024. * * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024. |
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Nomination & Remuneration Committee
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee is constituted in accordance with Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Meetings of the Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee was constituted on 07th April 2023.
During the financial year under review, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee convened 3 (Three) meetings on the following dates: 04th September 2023, 05th February 2024, and 20th March 2024. The attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
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Name |
Nature of Directorship |
Designation |
No. of |
Meetings |
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Held |
Attended |
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Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
3 |
3 |
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Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Member |
Independent Director |
3 |
3 |
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Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi* |
Member |
Independent Director |
3 |
3 |
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Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla** |
Member |
Independent Director |
0 |
NA |
* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024.
* * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024.
Stakeholder''s Relationship Committee
The Stakeholders Relationship Committee was constituted on 07th April 2023 and is in compliance with the requirements of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013.
During the year under review, one meeting of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee was held on 20th March 2024 and the attendance records of the members of the Committee are as follows:
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Name |
Nature of Directorship |
Designation |
No. of Meetings |
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Held |
Attended |
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Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
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Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
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Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi* |
Member |
Independent Director |
1 |
1 |
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Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla** |
Member |
Independent Director |
0 |
NA |
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* Mr. Hari Prasad Puttumurthi (DIN: 09633295), ceased to be a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024. * * Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla (DIN: 10254552) was appointed as a member of the committee w.e.f. 28.05.2024. |
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Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The Corporate Social Responsibility Committee is duly constituted by the board of directors of the company in its meeting held on 04th September 2024 in accordance with Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with applicable rules as amended from time to time.
During the year under review, no meeting of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee was held.
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Please find below the constitution of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee |
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Name |
Nature of Directorship |
Designation |
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Mr. Uday Kiran Reddy Sama |
Chairman |
Independent Director |
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Ms. Rashida Younus Ahmedabadwala |
Member |
Independent Director |
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Mr. Venkata Srinivasan Kodakalla |
Member |
Independent Director |
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Mr. Narayan Das Rathi |
Member |
Chairman & Whole Time Director |
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
Related Party Transactions entered into during the financial year under review are disclosed in Notes forming part of standalone financials under the head Related Party Disclosures (AS - 18). These transactions were at an arm''s length basis and in the ordinary course of business.
During the year under review, contracts or arrangements entered into with the related party, as defined under Section 2(76) of the Companies Act, were in ordinary course of business and at arm''s length basis. There were no materially significant Related Party Transactions with the Company''s promoters, directors, management or their relatives which could have had a potential conflict with the interests of the Company.
Form AOC-2, containing a note on the aforesaid Related Party Transactions is enclosed herewith as Annexure - II to this report.
The Related Party Transaction Policy, as approved by the Board may be accessed on the Company''s website https://srivarispices.com/codes-policies.php
AUDITORS AND THEIR REPORTS AND RECORDSStatutory Auditors:
M/s. Rao & Shyam, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 006186S) Hyderabad, were appointed at the 04th Annual General Meeting held on 30th September 2023 as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five years to hold office till the conclusion of the 09th Annual General Meeting of the Company. They have confirmed their eligibility for the F.Y. 2023-24 under Section 141 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder.
The Auditor''s Report on the financial statements of the Company for the F.Y. 2023-24 does not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer, and the notes on the financial statements referred to therein are self-explanatory, thereby not requiring any further comments on the same.
In terms of the provision of Section 204 of the Act read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board at the recommendation of the Audit Committee had appointed M/s. P.S. Rao & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries as the Secretarial Auditor for conducting the Secretarial Audit of your Company for the Financial Year ended 31st March, 2024. The Secretarial Audit Report, in form MR-3, for the financial year 2023-24 forms part of this Report as Annexure - III. The contents of the Secretarial Audit Report are self-explanatory and do not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
Cost Audit/ Maintenance of Cost Records
For the financial year 2023-24, your Company is required to maintain cost records, as specified by the central government under sub-section (1) of section 148 of the Act, in respect of the activities carried on by the Company.
However, cost audit, as specified under Rule 4 of the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 is not applicable.
The Board on the recommendation of the Audit Committee of the Company in its meeting held on 20th March, 2024, appointed M/s. M N H & Co, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 006186S) as the Internal Auditor of the Company to conduct the Internal Audit for the financial year 2023-24 as required under section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder.
Statutory Auditors:
As there is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark in the reports given by the Statutory Auditors for the Financial Year 2023-24, your directors need not provide any clarification on the same.
There is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark in the reports given by the Secretarial Auditors, for the financial year 2023-2024.
During the year under review, neither the Statutory Auditors nor the Secretarial Auditors have reported to the Audit Committee, any instances of fraud committed against the Company by its officers and employees, the details of which would need to be mentioned in the Board''s Report under Section 143(12) of the Act.
The Company maintains an internal financial control system that aligns with its operational needs. Management actively monitors the safeguarding of assets, the prevention and detection of fraud and errors, and ensures the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, including the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
All transactions are duly authorized, accurately recorded and reported to Management. The Company adheres to all applicable Accounting Standards to ensure proper maintenance of accounting records and accurate financial reporting. The Company remains committed to upholding robust systems and procedures appropriate to its size and business nature, ensuring that assets are protected against loss and that financial and operational information is accurate and complete.
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report, as required under Regulation 34 & Schedule V of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is provided as Annexure IV and forms parts of this report.
Since the Company''s securities are listed on the SME Platform of NSE - EMERGE, by virtue of Regulation 15 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 the compliance with the Corporate Governance provisions as specified in Regulations 17 to 27 and clauses (b) to (i) of subregulation (2) of Regulation 46 and para C, D and E of Schedule V are not applicable to the Company. Hence, Corporate Governance does not form part of this Board''s Report.
In terms of Section 92(3) of the Act, read with Rule 11 of The Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, the Annual Return, comprising the requisite details in Form MGT-7, has been prepared and made available on the website of the Company under the web link https://srivarispices.com/annual-return.php
Details of Loans, Guarantees, and Investments covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, are given in the notes to the Financial Statements.
During the year under review, Your Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 76 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
Your Company has received declarations with respect to loans received from the directors of the company, stating that the amount is not being given out of funds acquired by them by borrowing or accepting loans or deposits from others.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(c) and Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013 to the best of their knowledge and belief, the Board of Directors hereby submit that:
a) In the preparation of the Annual accounts, for the year ended on March 31, 2024, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and there is no material departure from the same;
b) The directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company for the Financial Year ended on March 31, 2024;
c) 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;
d) The directors had prepared the Annual accounts on a going concern basis;
e) The directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively and
f) 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.
Risk management is the process of identification, assessment, and prioritization of risks followed by coordinated efforts to minimize, monitor, and mitigate/control the probability and/or impact of unfortunate events. The Company has initiated a process of preparing a comprehensive risk assessment and minimization procedures. The major risks are being identified by the Company in areas of operations, financial processes, human resources, and statutory compliances.
The Company has developed and implemented a risk management policy which includes the identification therein of elements of risk, which in the opinion of the board may threaten the existence of the Company.
The information pertaining to the conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption, Foreign Exchange Earnings, and outgo as required under Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 (3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is as follows:
A. Conservation Energy:i) The steps taken or impact on conservation of energy:
The Company prioritizes energy cost savings by continually striving to reduce per-unit energy consumption. We are committed to optimizing energy use and minimizing waste wherever possible. Our energy consumption is monitored regularly to identify and implement measures for improved efficiency.
ii) The steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate source of energy:
The Company is actively exploring alternative energy sources to support internal power generation for our operations.
iii) The capital investment in energy conservation equipment:
No capital investment was made in energy conservation equipment during the financial year.
The Company is dedicated to improving product quality and reducing costs. However, during the year, there were no new technology imports or independent research and development activities. Consequently, there was no significant expenditure on technology or R&D.
C. Foreign Exchange Earnings and outgo:
During the Financial year under review, the foreign exchange earnings is Nil and outgo is Nil.
Your Company considers its Human Resources as the key to achieve its objectives. Keeping this in view, your Company takes utmost care to attract and retain quality employees. The employees are sufficiently empowered and such work environment propels them to achieve higher levels of performance. The unflinching commitment of the employees is the driving force behind the Company''s vision. Your Company appreciates the spirit of its dedicated employees.
As required under Regulation 17(8) of the Listing Regulations, a certificate duly signed by the CEO/ CFO of the Company is appended as an Annexure to this Report.
Your Company has paid the Annual Listing Fee for the financial year 2024-25 to the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd according to the prescribed norms & regulations. The company has also paid Annual Custody Fee to National Securities Depository Limited and the Issuer Fee to Central Depository Services (India) Limited for the financial year 2024-25.
ESTABLISHMENT OF VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE-BLOWER POLICY FOR DIRECTORS AND EMPLOYEES
Your Company promotes ethical behavior in all its business activities and has put in place a mechanism wherein the employees are free to report illegal or unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of the Company''s Codes of Conduct or Corporate Governance Policies or any improper activity to the Chairman of the Audit Committee of the Company or Chairman of the Board.
The Whistle Blower Policy has been duly communicated within your Company. Under the Whistle Blower Policy, the confidentiality of those reporting violation(s) is protected, and they are not subject to any discriminatory practices. No personnel have been denied access to the Audit Committee in this regard.
The Whistle Blower Policy may be accessed on the Company''s website https://srivarispices.com/codes-policies.php
Your Company has always provided a safe and harassment-free workplace to every individual working on its premises through various policies and practices. Your Company always endeavors to create an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment.
Your Company has adopted the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Policy in accordance with The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. As per the said Policy, an Internal Complaint Committee (ICC) has been duly constituted by the Company.
During the financial year ended March 31, 2024, the company has not received any complaints pertaining to sexual harassment. The policy adopted by the Company for Prevention of Sexual Harassment is available on its website at https://srivarispices.com/codes-policies.php
The information required pursuant to Section 197 (12) read with Rule 5 (1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, in respect of employees of the Company is herewith annexed as Annexure- V.
In terms of Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company does not have any employee who is employed throughout the financial year and in receipt of remuneration of Rs. 1 crore and 2 Lakhs, or employees who are employed for part of the year and in receipt of Rs. 8.50 Lakhs or more per month.
Your company has neither made any application nor has any proceedings pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, during the financial year 2023-24.
Your company has not made any one-time settlements against loans taken from banks or financial institutions during the financial year 2023-24.
(i) Significant and material orders passed by the regulators
No significant and material orders have been passed during the year under review by the regulators or courts or tribunals affecting the going concern status and the Company''s operations in the future.
(ii) Change in Nature of business, if any
There is no change in the nature of business of the Company during the year under review.
(iii) Compliance with Secretarial Standards
Your Company has complied with the secretarial standards i.e., SS-1, and SS-2 relating to Meetings
of the Board of Directors and General Meetings respectively, issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and notified by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
The Compliance Officer of the Company is Ms. Sushma Barla (ICSI Membership No. A51275) who is the designated Company Secretary of the Company
(v) Compliance with the Sebi (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
The company''s equity shares are listed on the SME Platform of NSE - Emerge. The company has paid the Annual Listing Fees to NSE for the Financial Year 2024-25. All compliances with respect to the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 have been duly made by the company.
(vi) Registrar And Share Transfer Agent
The Company has appointed Bigshare Services Limited as its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent
The Company has no credit rating during the year under review.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND APPRECIATION
Your directors express their heartfelt gratitude to all the stakeholders including suppliers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, customers, and lenders for their trust, confidence, and unwavering support of the Company.
We reaffirm our commitment to operating with honesty, integrity, and respect, and to being accountable to all our stakeholders.
Additionally, we sincerely appreciate the dedicated efforts of our employees, whose wholehearted commitment drives our success.
We also wish to acknowledge and thank the Central and State Governments, Stock Exchange, RBI, and other Regulatory Bodies, Bankers, associates, and well-wishers for their ongoing cooperation and support.
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