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Dear Members,
Your Directors are pleased to present the 40th Annual Report
of the Company together with the audited financial statements for the year ended March 31,
2025.
FINANCIAL RESULT
Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
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Financial Year |
Financial Year |
Financial Year |
Financial Year |
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2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
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(Rs. in Crores) |
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| Revenue from operations |
3367.57 |
3070.57 |
3367.57 |
3070.57 |
| Other income |
20.78 |
14.67 |
20.71 |
14.55 |
Profit before depreciation, interest and
tax |
343.10 |
268.88 |
343.03 |
268.76 |
| Less: Finance cost |
11.48 |
11.67 |
11.48 |
11.67 |
| Less: Depreciation |
128.17 |
116.51 |
128.17 |
116.51 |
| Add: Share of profits/loss of joint venture
(equity |
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0.20 |
0.08 |
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Net profit before Taxation |
203.45 |
140.70 |
203.58 |
140.66 |
| Less: Tax |
53.06 |
43.04 |
53.06 |
43.04 |
Profit after Taxation |
150.39 |
97.66 |
150.52 |
97.62 |
| Profit brought forward |
605.87 |
518.65 |
605.95 |
518.79 |
| Profit available for appropriation |
742.46 |
605.87 |
742.67 |
605.95 |
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
The net revenue from operations for the financial year ended
March 31, 2025 is Rs. 3367.57 Crores as against Rs.
3070.57 Crores in the previous financial year. The Net Profit before
Tax is Rs. 203.45 Crores as compared to Rs. 140.70
Crores in the previous financial year.
The Indian automobile industry is witnessing robust growth, propelled
by rising disposable incomes, rapid urbanization, and supportive government initiatives
focused on sustainable mobility. This momentum is expected to persist, with the sector
projected to grow consistently in next 2~3 years. Technological innovation is at the
forefront of industry transformation.Automakersareincreasingly adoptingadvanced
technologies such as connected vehicles, autonomous driving, and advanced
driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) is
accelerating, with EVs now accounting for over 6% of total two-wheeler sales, and several
new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) launched in 2025. Local component manufacturers are
focusing on indigenizing advanced parts like electric motors and automatic transmissions
to reduce import dependence.
The company remains committed to developing new products using
cutting-edge technology to stay future-ready. All thermal solutions are meticulously
designed to meet the evolving needs of customers across mobility sectors. Improving
operational efficiency, product quality, and supply chain effectiveness continues to be a
strategic priority and will remain a key driver of competitiveness going forward.
There has been no change in the nature of the Company's business.
EXTERNAL ENVIRONMENT AND ECONOMIC OUTLOOK
In FY 2024-25, India's external environment saw a mixed bag of
challenges and opportunities. While the economy exhibited resilience, with GDP growth
projected at 6.4%, global uncertainties like the Red Sea crisis and geopolitical tensions
impacted trade and investment flows. Despite these headwinds, India's foreign
exchange reserves remained robust, and FDI inflows showed a revival.
The Indian automobile industry continued its growth trajectory, driven
by healthy demand, infrastructure investments, and government policies supporting
sustainable mobility. Domestic sales increased by 7.3%, and exports rose significantly by
19.2%.India's automobile industry saw a strong performance, with passenger vehicle
sales reaching a record high of 4.3 million units. This growth was primarily driven by the
utility vehicle segment, which accounted for 65% of total passenger vehicle sales. There
has been a clear and continuous shift in consumer preference from car segment to SUV
segment, with SUVs share going up from 49% (FY 2022-23).
The Indian automobile industry is poised for strong growth, driven by
increasing demand, government initiatives, and a shift towards electric vehicles. The
government's push for EV adoption and increasing consumer awareness are expected to
fuel the growth of the EV segment, with EVs potentially accounting for a significant by
2030. Initiatives like the AMP 26, scrappage policy, and production-linked incentive
scheme are expected to boost the industry's growth and competitiveness. India has the
potential to become a global hub for automotive manufacturing and innovation, with
increasing exports and investments from international companies. The industry is focusing
on developing and adopting new technologies, such as connected vehicles, autonomous
driving, and advanced driver-assistance systems. The industry is also prioritizing
sustainability, with increasing focus on reducing emissions and adopting eco-friendly
technologies.
The Company continues to remain watchful of possible impact of changes
in interest rates, vehicle prices, volatile geopolitical situation impacting economic
& supply chain situations on end consumer & OEM demand. The BEV/ Hybrid/CNG
(alternate fuel) vehicle penetration continues to increase due to Govt. push through
various regulations & schemes and also increase in customer acceptability for clean or
alternate fuel vehicles. Govt AC Mandate for Goods carrier (N2 & N3 category) will
have immediate positive impact on our performance of FY 2025-26. Strong Order book for
Railway Business will be a key driver for our top line as well as bottom line. The Company
is also focused to develop segments like Bus AC with more variety of products and also EV
AC kits. With a well-diversified thermal solution portfolio and strong manufacturing
presence, export remains another focus area for the organization.
EXPANSION AND FUTURE PROSPECTS
The Company has increased its capacity in existing plant locations to
meet the increasing customer demand. The
Company has also sanctioned to setup green field project at Kharkhoda
(Haryana). The Company has also introduced products for Railway Business, Goods Carrier
vehicle (trucks), Hybrid & Electric Vehicle in FY 2024-25 and will continue to
introduce more such products in coming years as per customer/ market requirements.
Localization and cost optimization activities across all product segments to marginalize
impact of global economic factors remains one of the core focus for operations team. There
is capacity & product optimization and enhancement plan with focus on Make in India
along with increased local manufacturing to ensure sufficient capacity is available for
all customers across locations in line with growing market demand across all the segments.
Subros' continuous investment to enhance design capability as we
move forward, has ensured that the organization is ready to meet future customer demands
in-line with Govt. regulations with strong focus on long term technology development.
Currently, active work is being done for various OEMs of diverse vehicle application for
Indian as well as Global Requirements. The long term growth prospects for the
Company's product remains robust with passenger vehicle industry production likely to
touch 7 million vehicles by 2030.
DIVIDEND
Your Company has earned a net profit (after tax) of Rs. 150.39
Crores as against Rs. 97.66 Crores in the previous year. The Board has
recommended a dividend of Rs. 2.60 per share (130% on the face value of equity shares of
Rs. 2 each) for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, as against Rs. 1.80 per share
(90% on the face value of equity shares of Rs. 2 each) in the previous year.
The dividend, if approved by the Members at the ensuing Annual General
Meeting (AGM), shall absorb a sum of Rs. 16.96 Crores.
The Dividend Distribution Policy of the Company is available on the
Company's website at https://www.subros.com/investors/ policies.
TRANSFER TO RESERVES
Your Company proposes to transfer Rs. 1.50 Crores to the General
Reserve.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING FINANCIAL POSITION BETWEEN
THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR AND DATE OF THE REPORT
There were no material changes and commitments that affect the
financial position of the Company subsequent to the date of financial statement.
CAPITAL STRUCTURE
During the year there is no change in the Capital Structure of your
Company.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
During the year under review the following changes took place in the
Board and Key Managerial Personnel of your Company: i. Mr. Parmod Kumar Duggal was
re-appointed as the
Whole-time Director designated as Executive Director &
Chief Executive Officer of the Company for a period of 3 years with
effect from 5th August, 2024. ii. Ms. Shradha Suri was re-appointed as
Chairperson & Managing Director of the Company for a period of 3 years with effect
from 12th May, 2025. iii. Mr. Naohisa Kuriyama, Nominee Director has resigned
due to change in nomination of M/s DENSO Corporation,
Japan with effect from 28th March, 2025. iv. Dr. Yasuhiro
Iida, Alternate Director to Mr. Naohisa
Kuriyama has been vacated due to the resignation of Mr. Naohisa
Kuriyama, the Original Director with effect from
28th March, 2025. v. Mr. Yusuke Hara, appointed as Nominee
Director of M/s
DENSO Corporation, Japan with effect from 28th March, 2025.
vi. Dr. Yasuhiro Iida, appointed as Alternate Director to Mr. Yusuke Hara, the Original
Director with effect from 28th March, 2025.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 152, other applicable provisions
of the Companies Act, 2013 and Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Hisashi
Takeuchi (DIN: 07806180) Director of the Company retires by rotation at the ensuing AGM
and being eligible, offers himself for reappointment.
His brief resume as required under the Listing Regulations and
Secretarial Standards is provided in the Notice of the 40th AGM of the Company.
The requisite resolution pertaining to the re-appointment appears at the respective item
of the Notice along with the Statement and is recommended to the Members for approval.
Declaration from Independent Directors:
The Company has received declaration(s) from all the Independent
Director(s) of the Company as laid down under
Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 6 of the
Companies (Appointment and Qualificationof Directors),
2014 along with Regulation 16 and Regulation 26 of the listing
Regulations, confirming that they meet the criteria as laid down under Section 149(6) of
the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
Board Meeting:
The Board of Directors met five times during the financial year
2024-25, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report which forms
part of this Annual Report. The intervening gap between any two meetings was within the
period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
The Board has Committees i.e Audit Committee, Nomination
& Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders Relationship Committee,
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee and Risk Management Committee. The Composition,
terms of reference and number of meetings of the Board Committees is described in
Corporate Governance Report as stipulated under Listing Regulations, which forms integral
part of this Report.
Policy on Directors' Appointment and Remuneration: The policy
of the Company on Directors' and Senior Management appointment and remuneration
including criteria for determining qualification, positive attributes and other matters is
available on the website https://www.subros.com/investors/ policies of the Company.
ANNUAL RETURN
The Annual Return as on March 31, 2025, in terms of provisions of
Section 134(3) and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rules
thereto is available on website of the Company https://www.subros.com/investors/
annual-returns and forms integral part of this Annual Report.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
As required under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act,
2013, your Directors hereby confirm that: a) In the preparation of the
annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper
explanation relating to material departures; b) The Directors 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) The Directors have 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 have prepared the annual accounts on a going
concern basis; e) The Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed
by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating
effectively; and f) The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with
the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating
effectively.
SUBSIDIARIES AND JOINT VENTURES
DENSO Subros Thermal Engineering Centre India Private Limited, a Joint
Venture, achieved revenue of Rs. 17.95 Crores during the FY 2024-25 as against Rs. 17.48
Crores in the previous year. The Joint Venture achieved a profit of
Rs. 0.75 Crores during the year as against Rs. 0.31 Crores increased by
141.94%. Your Company is holding 26% shares in this Joint Venture. The Company does not
have any subsidiary.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In accordance with the Companies Act, 2013 and IND AS 110 -
Consolidated Financial Statements read with IND AS 31 - Interest in Joint Ventures, your
Directors have pleasure in attaching the Audited Consolidated Financial Statements, which
forms a part of this Annual Report.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information in terms of Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act,
2013, read with Rule 8(3) of the Company (Accounts) Rules, 2014 relevant rules is annexed
herewith as Annexure-1 and forms integral part of this report.
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS' REPORT
Statutory Auditors: As per the provisions of Section 139 of the
Companies Act, 2013, the shareholders have approved the re-appointment of M/s Price
Waterhouse Chartered
Accountants LLP, as Statutory Auditors of the Company for the second
term of five consecutive years from the conclusion of the 37th Annual General
Meeting till the conclusion of 42nd Annual General Meeting. The Auditors'
Report to the Members for the year under review does not contain any qualification,
reservation or adverse remark. The observations of the Auditors and the relevant notes on
accounts are self-explanatory and therefore do not call for any further comments.
Cost Auditors: The Company has re-appointed M/s. Chandra
Wadhwa & Company, Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors of the Company
to conduct the audit of cost records maintained by the Company for the FY 2025-26 in
accordance with
Section 148(1) of the Companies Act 2013. The ratification of
remuneration payable to Cost Auditors for the FY 2025-26 is being sought from the Members
of the Company at the ensuing AGM.
Secretarial Auditors: As per the provisions of Regulation 24A of
the SEBI Listing Regulations, and Section 204 of the Act and on the basis of Audit
Committee recommendation, the Board of Directors approves and recommends for
shareholders' approval for the appointment of M/s RSM &
Co., (Firm Registration No P1997DE017000). The Company has
appointed M/s. RSM & Co., Company Secretaries as
Secretarial Auditors to conduct the audit of secretarial and related
records of the Company for the firstterm of Five Years from 01.04.2025 to 31.03.2030.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended
March 31, 2025 is annexed as Annexure-2 and the same is
self-explanatory. The said Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any qualification,
reservation or adverse remark.
The Statutory Auditors, Cost Auditors or Secretarial Auditors have not
reported any frauds during the Financial Year 2024-25 under Section 143(12) of the
Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder.
DEPOSITS
During the year under review, your Company has neither invited nor
accepted any deposits from the Public.
SIGNIFICANT & MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS
No significant
Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and
Company's operations in future.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The adequacy of Internal Financial Controls is discussed in Management
Discussion and Analysis, as stipulated under the Listing Regulations with the Stock
Exchanges, which forms part of this Report.
LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
The Company has not given any inter- corporate loans and/or provided
any guarantees. Details related to the investments made by the Company are given in Note
5(a),(b)&(c) to the Standalone Financial Statements of the Company. There is no
proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. There was no instance
of one time settlement with any Bank or Financial Institution(s).
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company has formulated a Corporate Social Responsibility
(CSR) Policy to undertake CSR initiatives as specified in
Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013. The Company has constituted a
robust and transparent governance structure to oversee the implementation of CSR Policy,
in compliance with the requirements of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Annual
Report on CSR activities is annexed as Annexure-3 and forms integral part of this
report. This Policy is placed on the website of the Company https://www.subros.
com/zip/CSR%20Policy.pdf.
RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company has robust Risk Management framework in place which is
aligned with ISO 31000: 2018 Risk Standard. Company's Risk Management policy is
defined and reviewed periodically. ERM framework has detailed the process of Risk
Identification, analysis, evaluation and treatment. ERM framework is certified after
conducting audits by the external accredited agencies. Every year audits are done to
review the appropriateness of the deployment of ERM framework in the organization and
participation of the functional team.
Every year Company carries the Bench marking exercise by referring to
the external agency reports and analyzing the risks identified by OEM / industry peers
which enable us to stay ahead of curve. The risk management process and structure ensure
the identification & mitigation of Strategic,
Operational, Financial & Regulatory risk(s). The Risk Registers and
mitigation action implementation is reviewed at fixed frequency by the management and
commitments to resource allocation ensure that risk management remains a priority. The
Risk Management Committee also review the progress of Risk identified& its mitigation
plan on half yearly basis. The Company is working to create a Risk averse and Opportunity
focused culture that promotes principled decision making to establish acceptable risk
Levels in the organization.
VIGIL MECHANISM
Pursuant to Section 177(9) of the Companies Act, 2013,
thematerialorderwaspassedbytheRegulatorsor Company has established a Vigil Mechanism/
Whistle Blower
Policy for directors, employees, suppliers, contractors and other
stakeholders of the Company. The purpose and objective of this Policy is to cover serious
concerns, unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud that would have a larger impact on
image and values of the Company due to incorrect financial reporting or improper conduct.
The Whistle Blower Policy has been placed on the website of the Company https://www.
subros.com/zip/Whistle%20Blower%20Policy.pdf
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
The Company has in place a Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the
requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and
Redressal) Act, 2013. The Internal Committee has been set up to redress complaints
received regarding sexual harassment. During the year the Company did not receive any
complaint.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Board of Directors has formulated a Related Party Transaction
Policy for determining material related party transactions. The Related Party Transaction
Policy is available on the website of the Company https://www.subros.com/zip/
Related%20Party%20Transaction%20Policy.pdf. A statement of all particulars of Contracts or
Arrangements with material related parties referred to in Section 188(1) of the Companies
Act, 2013, is annexed as Annexure-4 and forms integral part of this report.
LISTING
The Equity Shares of your Company continue to be listed on BSE Limited
(BSE) and the National Stock Exchange of India
Limited (NSE). The listing fees for the financial year 2025-26 have
been paid to the said stock exchanges.
ANNUAL EVALUATION
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Listing
Regulations and Guidance Note issued by SEBI the Board has formulated a framework, inter
alia, for formal evaluation of its performance and effective functioning of its committees
and the Board of Directors.
In this regard the Board has, inter alia, carried out an annual
evaluation of the performance of all the independent director(s). The Nomination &
Remuneration Committee (NRC), inter alia, reviewed the performance of every
directors and the Board as a whole and its committee(s). The Independent Directors, inter
alia, reviewed performance of non-independent directors, the Board as a whole and its
committees and assessed the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information
between the Company's management and the Board. The evaluation criteria of the
performance of every director, Board & its committees included, inter alia, their
structure/ composition, meeting availability and attendance, commitment, contribution,
integrity, ability to function as a team, expertise drawn from diverse domains banking,
administration, strategic and technical and bring specific knowledge & competencies
relevant to the Company's business. The Board members participation and overall
functioning was quite satisfactory and effective during the year under review. There are
no specific observations on the
Board evaluation carried out during the year as well as for the
previous year.
CREDIT RATING
ICRA assigned the Long Term Ratings as [ICRA] AA Stable and
the Short Term Ratings as [ICRA] A1+Positive.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
Disclosure in respect to remuneration and other details as per 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 are
provided in the Annexure-5 to this Report having regard to the provisions of the
second proviso to Section 136(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Annual Report excluding
the said statement of employees under Section 197(12) of Companies Act, 2013 is being sent
to the Members of the Company. The said information is available for inspection at the
registered office of the Company during working hours and any Member interested in
obtaining said statement may write to the Company Secretary at the registered office of
the
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND SHAREHOLDERS INFORMATION
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of corporate
governance. The Company has complied with the corporate governance requirements, as
stipulated under the Listing Regulations. A report on Corporate Governance along with a
Certificate from the Practicing Company Secretaries regarding compliance on the conditions
of corporate governance prescribed under Listing Regulations is annexed herewith and forms
integral part of this Report. All Policies of the Company are available on the website of
the Company https://www.subros.com/investors/policies.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
The Management Discussion and Analysis, as required in terms of
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 is annexed to this Report.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
A report on adoption of responsible business practices in the interest
of the social, governance and environmental perspective are as vital as their financial
and operational performance, conforming to the requirements of the clause (f) of
sub-regulation (2) of Regulation 34 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for
Financial Year 2024-25 is annexed herewith and forms integral part of this Report.
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND
The disclosure of IEPF related activities during the year under review
forms a part of the report on Corporate Governance.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with all the mandatorily applicable
Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India on meetings
of Board of Directors, its Committee(s) and General Meetings.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Board extends heartfelt gratitude to the Company's valued
customers, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Tata Motors Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra
Limited, Ashok Leyland Limited, Force Motors Limited, Renault Nissan Automotive India
Private
Limited and many more, for the trust and confidence reposed by them in
the Management for their co-operation and support provided to the Company. The Board
acknowledge cooperation and support of the supplier base, vendors and Company's
bankers HDFC Bank,
ICICI Bank, State Bank of India, Kotak Mahindra Bank & other
Banks and our collaborators, DENSO Corporation, Japan and Suzuki Motor
Corporation, Japan for their continued support. The Board conveys appreciation to all the
Company's employees for their hard work, support. and commitment towards the
achievement of the performance and overall growth of the Company. Last but not the least,
the Board wishes to thank all the shareholders, business associates and other stakeholders
for their long association during the growth journey of the Company.
ANNEXURE-1 TO THE DIRECTORS' REPORT
Information regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo pursuant to Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act,
2013 read with Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 forming part of Directors' Report.
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Import substitution has been
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parts, localization of material
and parts. |
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The Company has been importing
technology in collaboration with DENSO |
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Corporation, Japan and Suzuki
Motor Corporation, Japan since |
1986. |
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the |
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Corporation, Japan for transfer
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beginning of the financial
year) the |
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Radiators and other thermal
products manufactured by the Company. |
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details of technology imported |
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1986 onwards |
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The technology has been absorbed
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Assistance Agreement(s). For new
models of HVAC system, Radiators, Fans, |
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Motors and Compressor models,
the same is being implemented as a part |
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of ongoing process. |
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fully absorbed, |
areas |
where Not applicable |
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and the |
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reason thereof |
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The |
expenditure incurred |
on Research During the year,
various major activities in the fieldof research and development |
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were carried out by the Company
in the areas of New Product Development, |
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Application Engineering,
Intellectual |
Property creation, Technical
papers |
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publication and presentations,
Benchmarking, New capability development of |
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Fan profile design,
Participation in National & international Technical events, |
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Technology Exhibitions, SAE
Events, New Technology Development, Electric |
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vehicle thermal management
solutions, in house testing facility upgradation, |
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Software lab establishment,
startups engagements. |
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2024-25 |
2023-24 |
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17.21 |
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3178.79 |
2906.32 |
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3234.64 |
2923.53 |
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Total R&D expenditure as a |
0.96% |
0.95% |
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turnover |
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C) |
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS
AND OUTGO |
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2023-24 |
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27.69 |
6.71 |
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(i) CIF value of imports
(Recurring) |
53,712.17 |
59,248.32 |
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(Capital |
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806.16 |
3041.11 |
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(iii) Expenditure in foreign
currency |
6,353.40 |
5851.56 |
ANNEXURE-2 TO THE DIRECTORS' REPORT
SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED ON 31st MARCH, 2025
[Pursuant to section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule
No. 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014
To,
The Members SUBROS LIMITED
LGF, World Trade Centre, Barakhamba Lane,
New Delhi 110 001
We have conducted the Secretarial Audit of the compliance of applicable
statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by SUBROS LIMITED (hereinafter
called "the Company). The Secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that
provided us a reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conducts / statutory
compliances and expressing our opinion thereon.
Based on our verification of the Company's books, papers, minute
books, forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company and also the
information provided by the Company, its officers, agents and authorized representatives
during the conduct of secretarial audit, we hereby report that in our opinion, the Company
has during the audit period covering the financial year ended on March 31, 2025 complied
with the statutory provisions listed hereunder and also that the Company has proper Board
- Processes and Compliance - Mechanism in place to the extent, in the
manner and subject to the reporting made hereinafter:-We have examined the books, papers,
minute books, forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company for the
financial year ended on 31st March, 2025 according to the provisions of:
1. The Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) and rules made
thereunder;
2. The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 (SCRA')
and the rules made thereunder;
3. The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and bye - laws framed
thereunder;
4. The Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and
regulations made thereunder to the extent of Foreign Direct Investment, Overseas Direct
Investment and External Commercial Borrowings;
5. The following Regulations and Guidelines prescribed under the
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 (SEBI
Act') :-
(a) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition
of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 and amendment thereon; (b) The Securities and
Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 and amendment
thereon; (c) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2018; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(d) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee
Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021;
(Not applicable to the Company during the audit Period);
(e) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of
Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, 2021; (Not applicable to the Company during
the audit period);
(f) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrar to an Issue
and Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding Companies Act and dealing with
client; (g) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity Shares)
Regulations, 2021; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(h) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities)
Regulations, 1998; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period) and (i)
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and amendment thereon.
6. We further report that, having regard to the compliance system
prevailing in the Company and on examination of the relevant documents and records in
pursuance thereof on test check basis, the Company has complied with the following laws as
applicable specifically to the Company: i) The Factories Act 1948, and Rules made there
under; ii) The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 and Rules made
thereunder; iii) The Environment Protection Act, 1986 and Rules made thereunder; iv) The
Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and Rules made thereunder; v) The
Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, 1970 and Rules made thereunder; vi) The
Petroleum Act, 1934 and Rules made thereunder; vii) The Explosives Act, 1884 and Rules
made thereunder; viii) The Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and Rules made thereunder;
We have also examined compliance with the applicable clause of the
following: i) Secretarial Standard with regard to meeting of Board of Directors (SS-1) and
General Meetings (SS-2) issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India; ii) The
Listing Agreement entered into by the Company with BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange
of India Limited; During the period under review the Company has complied with the
provisions of the Act, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines, Standards etc. mentioned above.
7. We further report that the compliances by the Company of applicable
financial laws, like direct and indirect tax laws, has not been reviewed in this Audit
since the same have been subject to review by statutory financialaudit and other
designated professionals.
8. We further report that:-
The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted with proper
balance of Executive Directors, Non-Executive Director and Independent Directors. The
Changes in the composition of the Board of Directors that took place during the period
under review were carried out in compliance with the provisions of the Act; Adequate
notice is given to all Directors to schedule the Board Meetings, agenda were sent at least
seven days in advance and a system exists for seeking and obtaining further information
and clarification on the agenda items before the meeting and for meaningful participation
at the meeting; and The majority of decisions at Board Meetings and Committee Meetings are
carried out unanimously as recorded in the minutes of meetings of the Board of Directors
or committee of the Board, as the case may be.
9. We further report that during the audit of the Company no events
occurred which had bearing on the Company's affairs in pursuance of the above
referred laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, standard etc.
This report is to be read with our letter of even date which is annexed
as Annexure-1 and form an integral part of this report.
Annexure-1
To,
The Members SUBROS LIMITED
Our Report of even date is to be read along with this letter.
1. Maintenance of Secretarial records is the responsibility of the
Management of the Company. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Secretarial
Records based on our audit.
2. We have followed the audit practices and processes as were
appropriate to obtain reasonable assurance about the correctness of the contents of the
Secretarial records. The verifications were done on the test basis to ensure that correct
facts are reflected in secretarial records. We believe that the processes and practices,
we followed provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
3. We have not verified the correctness and appropriateness of
financial and books of accounts of the Company.
4. Wherever required, we have obtained the Management representation
about the compliances of Laws, Rules and Regulations and happening of events etc.
5. The compliance of the provisions of corporate and other applicable
Laws, rule and regulations, standards is the responsibility of the Management. Our
examination was limited to the verification of procedures on test basis.
6. Our Secretarial Audit Report is neither an assurance as to the
future viability of the Company nor of the efficiency or effectiveness with which the
Management has conducted the affairs of the Company.
ANNEXURE - 3 TO THE DIRECTORS' REPORT
THE ANNUAL REPORT ON CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
ACTIVITIES
1. Brief outline on CSR Policy of the Company
Subros endeavors to integrate social and environment concerns in its
business operations. The Company demonstrates an increased commitment at all levels in the
organization to operate business in an economically, socially and environmentally
sustainable manner. The objective of CSR policy is to actively contribute to the social,
environmental & economic development of the society.
2. Composition of CSR Committee:
Sl. No. Name of Director |
Designation/Nature of
Directorship |
Number of meetings of CSR
Committee held during the year |
Number of meetings of CSR
Committee attended during the year |
| 1 Mrs. Vanaja Narayanan Sarna |
Chairperson/ Independent, Non-executive |
2 |
2 |
| 2 Mr. Arvind Kapur |
Member / Independent, Non-executive |
2 |
2 |
| 3 Ms. Shradha Suri |
Member / Non-Independent, Executive |
2 |
2 |
3. Provide the web-link(s) where composition of CSR Committee, CSR
Policy and CSR Projects approved by the Board are disclosed on the website of the company:
https://www.subros.com/investors/corporate-social-responsibility.
4. Provide the executive summary along with web-link(s) of Impact
Assessment of CSR Projects carried out in pursuance of sub-rule (3) of rule 8, if
applicable: Not Applicable 5. a) Average net profit of the Company as per
sub-section(5) of section 135 : Rs. 8,534 Lakhs b) Two percent of average net
profit of the company as per sub-section (5) of section 135 : Rs. 170.68 Lakhs c)
Surplus arising out of the CSR projects or programmes or activities of the previous
financial years : NIL d) Amount required to be set-off for the financial year, if
any : NIL e) Total CSR obligation for the financial year [(b)+(c)-(d)] : Rs.
170.68 Lakhs 6. a) Amount spent on CSR Projects (both Ongoing Project and other than
Ongoing Project):Rs.162.68 Lakhs b) Amount spent in Administrative Overheads : Rs.
8.50 Lakhs c) Amount spent on Impact Assessment, if applicable : Not Applicable d)
Total Amount spent for Financial Year [(a)+(b)+(c)] : Rs. 171.18 Lakhs e) CSR
amount spent or unspent for the Financial Year :
Total Amount |
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Amount Unspent (Rs. in Lakhs) |
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Spent for the Financial
Year |
Total Amount
transferred to Unspent CSR Account as per sub-section (6) of section 135 |
Amount
transferred to any fund specified under Schedule VII as per second proviso to sub- section
(5) of section 135 |
(Rs. in Lakhs) |
Amount |
Date of transfer |
Name of the Fund |
Amount |
Date of transfer |
| 170.68 |
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NIL |
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(f) Excess amount for set off, if any:
Sl. No. Particular |
Amount (Rs. in Lakhs) |
| (i) Two percent of average net profit of the
Company as per sub-section (5) of section 135 |
170.68 |
| (ii) Total amount spent for the Financial
Year |
171.18 |
| (iii) Excess amount spent for the Financial
Year [(ii)-(i)] |
Nil |
(iv) Surplus arising out of
the CSR projects or programmes or activities of the previous Financial Years, if any |
1.74 |
| (v) Amount available for set off in
succeeding Financial Years [(iii)-(iv)] |
1.74 |
7. Details of Unspent CSR amount for the preceding three financial
years : NIL
8. Whether any capital assets have been created or acquired through
Corporate Social Responsibility amount spent in the
Financial Year : No
9. Specify the reason(s), if the Company has failed to spend two per
cent of the average net profit as per sub-section (5) of Section 135 : Not Applicable
ANNEXURE - 4 TO THE DIRECTORS' REPORT
(Pursuant to clause (h) of sub-section (3) of section 134 of the Act
and Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014)
Form for disclosure of particulars of contracts/arrangements entered
into by the company with related parties referred to in sub section (1) of Section 188 of
the Companies Act, 2013 including certain arm's length transactions under third
proviso thereto
Details of material contracts or arrangements or transactions not at
arm's length basis : Not Applicable Details of material contracts or
arrangements or transactions at arm's length basis:
S. |
Name(s) of |
Nature of |
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Nature of contracts/ |
Duration of |
Salient terms |
Date of |
Amount |
No. |
the related |
relationship |
transactions/ arrangements |
contracts/ |
of contracts/ |
approval by |
paid as |
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party |
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transactions |
transactions/ |
the Board/ |
advance,if |
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Arrangements |
arrangements |
Audit |
any |
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including, value, |
Committee |
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if any |
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| 1. |
Global |
Entities |
Transactions with respect |
Ongoing |
281.55 |
29.01.2024 |
Nil |
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Autotech |
over which |
to: |
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transactions |
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Limited |
Director and/ |
(i) |
sale, purchase, lease |
(for details |
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or relative |
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and/ or transfer of |
please refer |
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has control |
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components, parts, |
Annexure-1 to |
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or joint |
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products, goods, |
the Notice) |
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Regulations) |
(ii) |
reimbursement of |
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expenses including |
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towards availing / |
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providing for sharing/ |
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usage of each other's |
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transfer of any |
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requirements. |
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| 2. |
Maruti |
In terms of |
Transactions with respect |
Ongoing |
1751.03 |
29.01.2024 |
Nil |
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Suzuki |
Regulation |
to: |
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transactions |
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India |
2(1)(zb)(b) |
(i) |
sale, purchase, lease |
(for details |
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Limited |
(ii) of Listing |
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and/ or transfer of |
please refer |
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Regulations |
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components, parts, |
Annexure-1 to |
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and |
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products, goods, |
the Notice) |
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resources, |
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reimbursement of |
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expenses including |
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towards availing / |
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providing for sharing/ |
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usage of each other's |
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resources, services |
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requirements. |
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S. |
Name(s) of |
Nature of |
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Nature of contracts/ |
Duration of |
Salient terms |
Date of |
Amount |
No. |
the related |
relationship |
transactions/ arrangements |
contracts/ |
of contracts/ |
approval by |
paid as |
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transactions |
transactions/ |
the Board/ |
advance,if |
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Arrangements |
arrangements |
Audit |
any |
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including, value, |
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| 3. |
Suzuki |
In terms |
Transactions with respect |
Ongoing |
1086.61 |
29.01.2024 |
Nil |
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Motor |
of Regulation |
to: |
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transactions |
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Gujarat |
2(1)(zb)(b) |
(i) |
sale, purchase, lease |
(for details |
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Private |
(ii) of Listing |
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and/ or transfer of |
please refer |
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Limited |
Regulations. |
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components, parts, |
Annexure-1 to |
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products, goods, |
the Notice) |
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ANNEXURE 5 TO THE DIRECTORS' REPORT
INFORMATION PERTAINING TO REMUNERATION 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.
(i) The ratio of the remuneration of each director to the median
remuneration of the employees of the Company for the financial year:
Name of Director & Designation |
Ratio to median remuneration |
| Ms. Shradha Suri Chairperson &
Managing Director |
96.99% |
| Mr. Parmod Kumar Duggal, Executive Director
& CEO |
58.43% |
(ii) The percentage increase in remuneration of each Director, Chief
Financial Officer, Company Secretary, if any, in the financial year:
Name & Designation |
Percentage increase in remuneration |
| Ms. Shradha Suri, Chairperson & Managing
Director |
Nil |
| Mr. Parmod Kumar Duggal, Executive Director
& CEO |
17.32% |
| Mr. Hemant K. Agarwal, CFO & SVP
(Finance) |
10.26% |
| Mr. Kamal Samtani, Company Secretary |
4.12% |
Notes: (i) The remuneration paid to Independent Directors/
Non-Executive Directors which includes sitting Fees is proportionate to their attendance
in Board and Committee meetings and Commission based on Shareholder approval.
(ii) Commission/Performance linked incentive paid to the Executive
Directors/KMPs have not been considered in calculation for the percentage increase.
(iii) The percentage increase/(decrease) in the median remuneration of
employees in the financial year : (1.07) %
(iv) The number of permanent employees on the rolls of Company 3908
as on 31-03-2025.
(v) Average percentile increase already made in the salaries of
employees other than the managerial personnel in the last financial year and its
comparison with the percentile increase in the managerial remuneration and justification
thereof and point out if there are any exceptional circumstances for increase in the
managerial remuneration:
Particulars |
31.03.2025 |
| % increase in median salary of employees |
(1.07)% |
| % increase in average salary of managerial
personnel |
7.93% |
(vi) Affirmation that the remunerationisasperthe Affirmed that the
remuneration is as policy of the per remuneration policy of the Company.
|