The Directors present the 8th Annual report of the Company along with the audited financial statements for the financial year ended March 31,2024.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
The Company's financial performance for the year under review along with previous year figures is given hereunder:
(Amount in Lakhs)
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Standalone
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Particulars
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Financial Year 2023-24 (FY 2024)
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Financial Year 2022-23 (FY 2023)
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Revenue from Operations
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4212.62
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3104.97
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Other Income
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41.64
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1.19
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Total revenue
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4254.26
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3106.16
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Operating Profit (Before Finance Cost and Depreciation & Amortisation)
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571.38
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269.41
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Less: Finance Cost
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151.64
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78.09
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Less: Depreciation & Amortisation
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106.74
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37.72
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Profit before Tax
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313.00
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153.60
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Less/(Add): Current Tax
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70.66
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51.11
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Less/(Add): Deferred Tax Expense/Credit
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18.22
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(11.05)
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Less/(Add): Prior period tax Adjustment
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0
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0
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Profit after Tax
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224.12
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113.54
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Earning Per Share
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Basic
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3.56
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2.62
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Diluted
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3.56
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2.62
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DIVIDEND
In order to conserve the reserve, your directors do not recommend any dividend for the financial year ended, 31stMarch, 2024. TRANSFER TO RESERVE & SURPLUS
The net profit of the company for F.Y. 2023-24 is Rs. 224.12 Lakhs. The profit of F.Y. 2023-24 has been transferred to the surplus account.
COMPANY'S PERFORMANCE REVIEW
The revenue from operations for FY 2023-24 is Rs. 4212.62 Lakhs over the previous year's revenue from operations of Rs. 3104.97 Lakhs which is 35.67% more than previous year's revenue from operations.
Net Profit after tax for FY 2023-24 is Rs. 224.12 Lakhs against the previous year's Net profit after tax of Rs. 113.54 Lakhs which is 97% more than previous year's Net Profit after tax.
The overall performance of the Company has been increased when compared to the previous years and the Company shall continue to provide better results to the shareholders in upcoming years via better performance.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
There have been no material changes and commitments, affecting the financial position of the Company which occurred between the end of the financial year of the Company to which the financial statements relate and the date of the report.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE PROGRAMME
During the year under review, the Company has invested ?442.01 Lakhs in the construction of the second phase of its Greenfield project, which aims to enhance production capabilities and equip the plant with the latest laboratory equipment. The new manufacturing plant at Ambheti was initiated in the 2021-22 fiscal year, recognizing that the existing manufacturing capacity was insufficient to meet the growing demand for the Mcon Range.This project is classified as a Greenfield project because it operates independently of the Company's older manufacturing plants. The project is structured into three phases:
1. Phase 1: Establishment of a fully automatic sand unit along with a dry mix powder plant for grey powder products.
2. Phase 2: Development of a special grey powder product plant, a paste and liquid plant, and a white powder-based manufacturing setup.
3. Phase 3: Final touches to the factory, including the setup of a modern, fully equipped laboratory, a training center, staff offices, and a demonstration zone.
As of April 1, 2024, the Company has fully commenced operations for the second phase of the Greenfield unit located at Ambheti, Survey No. 2084/2, Koparli Road, Ambheti Kaprada, Vapi, Gujarat 396191. From this date, the Company has begun manufacturing high-end grey powder products, liquid admixtures, paints, and various paste products at the Ambheti plant.By establishing a manufacturing facility of this scale, the Company aims to attract large customers with competitive pricing, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan Scheme (Make in India). This new unit is expected to reduce turnaround time for product delivery to end users and expand the product range offered under its umbrella.
SHARE CAPITAL
The Authorised Share Capital as on 31st March, 2024 is Rs. 7,00,00,000 and Paid up share capital as on 31st March, 2024 was Rs. 6,30,37,500.
LISTING INFORMATION
The Equity Shares in the Company are continued to be listed with NSE EMERGE Platform and in dematerialized form. The ISIN No. of the Company is INE004M01019.
STATEMENT PURSUANT TO LISTING AGREEMENT
The Company Equity Shares is listed at National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Emerge Platform). The Annual Listing fee for the year 2024-25 has been paid.
DEPOSITS FROM PUBLIC
The Company has not accepted any deposits from public and as such, no amount on account of principal or interest on deposits from public was outstanding as on the date of the balance sheet as per section 73 and 76 of the companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
The Company further reports the below details relating to deposits as per Rule 8(5)(v) and (vi) as follows:
(a) accepted during the year; Nil
(b) remained unpaid or unclaimed as at the end of the year; Nil
(c) whether there has been any default in repayment of deposits or payment of interest thereon during the year and if so, number of such cases and the total amount involved- Nil
(i) at the beginning of the year; Nil
(ii) maximum during the year; Nil
(iii) at the end of the year; Nil
(vi) the details of deposits which are not in compliance with the requirements of Chapter V of the Act; Nil
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
The Company has not given any loans, guarantees or made investment covered under the provisions of section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 during the year 2023-24.
CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS
During the year there is no change in the nature of the business of the company, except below addition:
On 01.04.2024, the Company has set up the Phase -2 Unit for commercial production of Dry Mix Powder products with a capacity of about 12500 metric tonnes per annum and Liquid Products with a capacity of about 8000 metric tonnes per annum in our Unit situated at Ambethi, Valsad, Gujarat.
INTERNAL CONTROLS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
The Company implemented suitable controls to ensure its operational, compliance and reporting objectives. The Company has adequate policies and procedures in place for its current size as well as the future growing needs. These policies and procedures play a pivotal role in the deployment of the internal controls. They are regularly reviewed to ensure both relevance and comprehensiveness and compliance is ingrained into the management review process.
Adequacy of controls of the key processes is also being reviewed by the Internal Audit team. Suggestions to further strengthen the process are shared with the process owners and changes are suitably made. Significant findings, along with management response and status of action plans are also periodically shared with and reviewed by the Audit Committee. It ensures adequate internal financial control exist in design and operation.
M/s. B H Doshi & Associates (Firm Regn No: 144462W), Chartered Accountants, Mumbai is the internal auditor of the Company, who conducts Internal audit and submit reports to the Audit Committee. The Internal Audit is processed to review the adequacy of internal control checks in the system and covers all significant areas of the Company's operations. The Audit Committee reviews the effectiveness of the Company's internal control system.
Sr. No.
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Particulars
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Comments
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(A)
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Conservation of energy
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0)
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the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy;
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Energy conservation is very important for the company and therefore, energy conservation measures are undertaken wherever practicable in its plant and attached facilities. The Company is making every effort ensure the optimal use of energy, avoid waste and conserve energy by using energy efficient equipment’s with latest technologies. We are using gas furnace instead of coal furnace for sand drying operations thus reducing pollution. Also during summers, we are using solar heat to pre dry the sand before subjecting it to furnace.
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00
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the steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate sources of energy;
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Nil
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(iii)
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the capital investment on energy conservation equipment
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Nil
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(B)
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Technology absorption
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0)
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the efforts made towards technology absorption
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Company firmly believes that adoption and use of technology is a fundamental business requirement for carrying out business effectively and efficiently. While the industry is labour intensive, we believe that mechanization of development through technological innovations is the way to address the huge demand supply gap in the industry. We are constantly upgrading our technology to reduce costs and achieve economies of scale.
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Sr. No.
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Particulars
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Comments
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00
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the benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution;
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Nil
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(iii)
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in case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year:
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Nil
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(a) the details of technology imported
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Nil
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|
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(b) the year of import
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Nil
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(c) whether the technology been fully absorbed
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Nil
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(d) if not fully absorbed, areas where absorption has not taken place, and the reasons thereof; and
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Nil
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(iv)
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the expenditure incurred on Research and Development
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Nil
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(C)
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Foreign exchange earnings and Outgo
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Inflow (Rs. In Lakhs)
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Out Flow (Rs. In Lakhs)
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|
The Foreign Exchange earned in terms of actual inflows during the year and the Foreign Exchange outgo during the year in terms of actual outflows
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0
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0
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DETAILS OF HOLDING, SUBSIDIARY AND ASSOCIATES
The Company does not have any holding, subsidiary and associate Company during the period of Reporting.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNING AND OUTGO
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3) (m) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, regarding conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo are under:
INDUSTRIAL RELATION
During the year under review, your Company enjoyed cordial relationship with workers and employees at all levels. The company recognizes the significance of maintaining harmonious and constructive industrial relations, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes the well-being and productivity of our workforce. We believe that healthy relationships with our employees and their representatives are essential for the long-term success and sustainable growth of the organization.
Throughout the reporting period, we have actively engaged in dialogue and consultations with employee representatives and unions to address workplace concerns, promote open communication, and seek mutually beneficial solutions. We have strived to create a workplace culture that values employee engagement, inclusivity, and respect, enabling our workforce to contribute their best efforts towards achieving our business objectives.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS, BOARD MEETINGS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Company's Board is duly constituted and is in compliance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as applicable on the Company and provisions of the Articles of Association of the Company. The Company's Board has been constituted with requisite diversity, wisdom and experience commensurate to the business of your Company.
There are eight Directors on the Board of the Company, headed by a Managing Director (Chairman), two Whole-time Director and includes one woman Non-executive Director and four Independent Directors on its Board.
The Directors on the Board have experience in the field of finance, legal, statutory compliance, engineering and accounts. None of the Directors are disqualified under the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 as at March 31, 2024.
BOARD COMPOSITION
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Sl.No
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Name of the Person
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DIN/PAN
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Designation
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1.
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Mr. Mahesh Ravji Bhanushali
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07585072
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Managing Director
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2.
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Mrs. Puja Mahesh Bhanushali
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07586657
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Non-Executive Director
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3.
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Mr. Chetan Ravji Bhanushali
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09341600
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Whole-time Director
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4.
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Mr. Nandan Dilip Pradhan
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09828134
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Whole-time Director
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5.
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Mr. Tapas Bimal Majumdar
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07609937
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Independent Director
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6.
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Mrs. Sonal Alok Doshi
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03434461
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Independent Director
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7.
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Mr. Dilip Mangilal Jain
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03569547
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Independent Director
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8.
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Ms. Dhara Haresh Thakkar
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09785362
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Independent Director
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9.
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Mrs. Veenita Nishit Tanna
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AIDPT9629H
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Chief Financial Officer
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10.
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Mrs. Aesha Karan Shah
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IKPPS9262H
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Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
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APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT/CHANGE OF DIRECTORS OR KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
As per Provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Mahesh Ravji Bhanushali Chairman & Managing Director is liable to retire by rotation and is eligible to offer himself for re-appointment.
On 01.09.2023 Mr. Kunal Borkar has resigned from the post of Company Secretary & Compliance officer of the Company.
On 02.12.2023 Mrs. Aesha Karan Shah has been appointed as the Company Secretary & Compliance officer of the Company. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Act, with respect to Director Responsibility Statement, the Board of Directors, to the best of its knowledge and ability, confirm that:
(a) In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had 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 of the Company for that period;
(c) The directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder for safeguarding the assets of the company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) The directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
(e) The directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(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.
NUMBER OF BOARD MEETINGS AND ATTENDANCE
During the Financial year 2023-24, Five (05) board meetings were held. The interval between any two meetings was well within the maximum allowed gap of 120 days.
The Composition of Board of directors and the details of meetings attended by the board of directors during the year are given below.
Name of the Director
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Category
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No. of Board Meetings Held
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No. of Board
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|
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& Entitled to Attend
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Meetings Attended
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Mr. Mahesh Ravji Bhanushali
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Managing Director
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5
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5
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Mrs. Puja Mahesh Bhanushali
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Non-Executive Director
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5
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5
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Mr. Chetan Ravji Bhanushali
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Whole-time Director
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5
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5
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Mr. Nandan Dilip Pradhan
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Whole-time Director
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5
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5
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Mr. Tapas Bimal Majumdar
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Independent Director
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5
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5
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Mrs. Sonal Alok Doshi
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Independent Director
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5
|
5
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Mr. Dilip Mangilal Jain
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Independent Director
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5
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5
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Ms. Dhara Haresh Thakkar
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Independent Director
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5
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5
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Board Meeting dates
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Sl. No Date of Board Meeting
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Board Meeting Attendance
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1 29.05.2023
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8
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|
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2 01.09.2023
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8
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|
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3 09.11.2023
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8
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|
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4 02.12.2023
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8
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|
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5 19.03.2024
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8
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|
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COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
Matters of policy and other relevant and significant information are furnished regularly to the Board. To provide better Corporate Governance & transparency, currently, your Board has four (4) Committees viz., Audit Committee, Nomination & Remuneration Committee, Management Committee and Stakeholder Relationship Committee to investigate various aspects for which they have been constituted. The Board fixes the terms of reference of Committees and delegate powers from time to time.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Audit Committee comprises of non-executive Independent Director and Executive Director as its Member. The Chairman of the committee is Independent Director.
During the Financial year 2023-24, Three (3) meeting of audit committee held on 12.05.2023, 29.05.2023 and 01.09.2023.
The Composition of Audit Committee and the details of meetings attended by members during the year are given below.
Name of the Director
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Status in the Committee
|
Nature of Directorship
|
No. of Board Meetings Held & Entitled to Attend Meetings
|
No. of Board Meetings Attended
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Mr. Dilip Mangilal Jain
|
Chairman of Committee
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
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3
|
3
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Mrs. Sonal Alok Doshi
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Member
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
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3
|
3
|
Mr. Mahesh Ravji Bhanushali
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Member
|
Chairman & Managing Director
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3
|
3
|
RECOMMENDATIONS BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE WHICH WERE NOT ACCEPTED BY THE BOARD ALONG WITH REASONS
All the recommendations made by the Audit Committee are accepted and implemented by the Board of Directors.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee comprises of Independent Directors and non-executive Director as its members. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director.
During the Financial year 2023-24, Three (3) meetings of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee were held on 01.09.2023, 02.12.2023 and 12.01.2024.
The Composition of Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the details of meetings attended by members during the year are given below.
Name of the Director
|
Status in the Committee
|
Nature of Directorship
|
No. of Board Meetings Held & Entitled to Attend Meetings
|
No. of Board Meetings Attended
|
|
Ms. Dhara Haresh Thakkar
|
Chairman of Committee Independent Director
|
Non-Executive
|
3
|
3
|
|
Mr. Tapas Bimal Majumdar
|
Member
Independent Director
|
Non-Executive
|
3
|
3
|
|
Mrs. Puja Mahesh Bhanushali
|
Member
|
Non-Executive Director
|
3
|
3
|
|
The Nomination and remuneration policy available on the website of the company at httos://mconrasavan.com/wo-content/uDloads/2022/12/Nomination-and-Remuneration-Policy.pdf
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STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE
The stakeholder relationship committee comprises Non-executive Director, Whole-time Director and one Independent Director as its members. The Chairman of the Committee is an Independent Director.
During the Financial year 2023-24, One (1) meeting of Stakeholder Relationship Committee was held on 19.03.2024.
The Composition of Stakeholder and Relationship Committee and the details of meetings attended by the members during the year are given below:
Name of the Director
|
Status in the Committee
|
Nature of Directorship
|
No. of Board Meetings Held & Entitled to Attend Meetings
|
No. of Board Meetings Attended
|
Mr. Dilip Mangilal Jain
|
Chairman of Committee
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
1
|
1
|
Ms. Dhara Haresh Thakkar
|
Member
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
1
|
1
|
Mrs. Puja Mahesh Bhanushali
|
Member
|
Non-Executive Director
|
1
|
1
|
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
The management committee comprises Managing Director, Whole-time Director and Chief Financial Officer as its members. The Chairman of the Committee is a Managing Director.
During the Financial year 2023-24, One (1) meeting of Management Committee was held on 30.03.2024.
The Composition of Management Committee and the details of meetings attended by the members during the year are given below:
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Name of the Director
|
Status in the Committee
|
Nature of Directorship
|
No. of Board Meetings Held & Entitled to Attend Meetings
|
No. of Board Meetings Attended
|
|
Mr. Mahesh Ravji Bhanushali
|
Chairman of Committee
|
Chairman & Managing Director
|
1
|
1
|
|
Mr. Nandan Pradhan
|
Member
|
Whole Time Director
|
1
|
1
|
|
Mrs. Veenita Nishit Tanna
|
Member
|
Chief Financial Officer
|
1
|
1
|
MCON RASAYAN INDIA LIMITED EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION SCHEME 2023
Your company had Mcon Rasayan India Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2023 commonly know as MCON ESOP Scheme 2023 after taking shareholder approval through postal ballot on 11th December 2023. Your company has given grant letter to its employees.
During the year 2023-24, your Company adopted an Employees Stock Option Plan named as “Mcon Rasayan India Limited Employee Stock Option Scheme 2023 - commonly known as MCON ESOP Scheme 2023” (“ESOP Scheme”).
The options to acquire shares by way of ESOP plan shall be granted to the eligible employees who are in the permanent employment of the Company working in India or outside including directors of the Company whether whole time or not (excluding independent directors).
As per the MCON ESOP Scheme 2023 the aggregate number of Options which may be issued by the Company under ESOP Plan is 3,15,500 options and as per the grant letter dated 12 January 2024 issued by the Company under ESOP Plan. As per SEBI SBEB Regulations, 2021, Part-F of ESOPS is available on Company’s website on https://mconrasayan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Disclosures-by-the-Board-of-Directors-for-ESOPS-Part-F.pdf
During the period the Company has received In-Principle Approval from National Stock Exchange of India Limited letter dated 26 December 2023 with reference number: NSE/LIST/38964 for issue, allotment and listing of 3,15,500 Equity shares of Rs. 10/- each to be allotted under MCON ESOP Scheme 2023.
During the period the Company has received In-Principle Approval from National Stock Exchange of India Limited letter dated 26 December 2023 with reference number: NSE/LIST/38964 for issue, allotment and listing of 3,15,500 Equity shares of Rs. 10/- each to be allotted under MCON ESOP Scheme 2023.
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to the requirement under section 134(3)(a) and 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 ('the Act'), the Annual Return as on March 31, 2024, is available on the Company's website on https://mconrasayan.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Annual_Return_2023-24.pdf
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
As per regulation 15(2) of the Listing Regulation, the Compliance with the Corporate Governance provisions shall not apply in respect of the following class of the Companies:
a. Listed entity having paid up equity share capital not exceeding Rs. 10 Crore and Net worth not exceeding Rs. 25 Crore, as on the last day of the previous financial year;
b. Listed entity which has listed its specified securities on the SME Exchange.
Since, our Company falls in the ambit of aforesaid exemption (b); hence compliance with the provisions of Corporate Governance shall not apply to the Company and it does not form the part of the Annual Report for the financial year 2023-24.
AUDITORS
STATUTORY AUDITORS
Devang Kumar Dand & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No.-135250W), were appointed as Auditors of the Company for a term of 5 years on 30th November, 2021, i.e. from 01.04.2021 to 31.03.2026 till the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting to be held in the year 2026.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR
The Board of directors pursuant to Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, has appointed M/s. D S Momaya & Co.,LLP, (FRN No. L2022MH012300), Practicing Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditor of the Company to conduct the Secretarial Audit as per the provisions of the said Act for the Financial Year 2023-24.
For the Financial Year 2024-25 Prem Pyara Tiwari & Associates ), Practicing Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditor of the Company during the Board Meeting held on 23rd May 2024.
A Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2023-24 is annexed herewith as Annexure-II in Form MR-3.
INTERNAL AUDITOR
The Board of directors has appointed of M/s. B.H. DOSHI & ASSOCIATES., Chartered Accountants (Firm Reg No: 0144210W) as the internal auditor of the company; The Internal Auditor conducts the internal audit of the functions and operations of the Company and reports to the Audit Committee and Board from time to time.
COST AUDITOR
During the year under review the requirement to appointment of Cost Auditor for the Company does not arise. Hence this provision is not applicable.
REVIEW OF AUDITORS REPORT
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks made by Statutory Audito M/s. Devang Kumar Dand & Associates., Chartered Accountants Firm Registration No.-135250W, in the Auditor's report.
REVIEW OF SECRETARIAL AUDITORS REPORT
There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks made by Secretarial Auditors M/s. D S Momaya & Co., LLP, (FRN No. L2022MH012300), Practicing Company Secretaries, in the Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2024.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
During the year under review, neither the Statutory Auditor nor the Secretarial Auditor has reported to the Audit Committee under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 any instances of fraud committed against the Company by its officers or employees, the details of which would need to be mentioned in the Board's Report.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
As required under Regulation 34 of the Securities Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirement) Regulations, 2015 (“Listing Regulations”) the Management Discussion and Analysis of the Company for the year under review is presented in a separate section forming the part of the Annual Report is attached here with as Annexure III.
DEMATERIALISATION OF SHARES
During the year under review, all the equity shares were dematerialized through depositories viz. National Securities Depository Limited and Central Depository Services (India) Limited, which represents 100% of the total paid-up capital of the Company. The Company ISIN No. is INE0O4M01019 and Registrar and Share Transfer Agent is Link Intime India Private Limited.
DIRECTOR REMUNERATION AND SITTING FEES
Member's attention is drawn to Financial Statements wherein the disclosure of remuneration paid to Directors is given during the year 2023-24. Details of Sitting fees paid to the non-executive directors are disclosed in the financial statements.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
All related party transactions that were entered into during the financial year were on an arm's length basis and were in the ordinary course of business. There are no materially significant related party transactions made by the company with related parties which may have potential conflict with the interest of the company at large. Your directors draw your attention to notes to the financial statements for detailed related parties' transactions entered during the year.
Accordingly, as per third proviso to Section 188(1) of the Act, required approvals of the Board or Members / Shareholders has been obtained for such transactions. However, as part of good corporate governance, all related party transactions covered under Section 188 of the Act are approved by the Audit committee.
The form AOC- 2 is attached as Annexure - IV with this report.
CREDIT RATING
The company has not obtained any rating from any Credit Rating Agency during the year.
DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All the Independent Directors on the Board have given a declaration of their independence to the Company as required under section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 & Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations.
During the year under review no new Independent Directors were appointed in the Company.
MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
During the year under review, the Independent Directors met on March 20, 2024 inter alia, to:
1. Review the performance of the Non- Independent Directors and the Board of Directors as a whole.
2. Review the performance of the Chairman of the Company, taking into the account of the views of the Executive and Non- Executive Directors.
3. Assess the quality, content and timeliness of flow of information between the management and the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably perform its duties.
All the Independent Directors were present in the meeting.
MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules thereunder mandate that the independent directors of the Company shall hold at least one meeting in a financial year, without the attendance of non-independent directors and members of the Management.
During the year, the independent directors met once on 20.03.2024. At the meeting, the independent directors discussed, among other matters, the performance of the Company and risks faced by it, the flow of information to the Board, competition, strategy, leadership strengths and weaknesses, governance, compliance, Board movements, succession planning, human resources matters and the performance of the executive members of the Board, and the Chairman.
The Board is satisfied with the integrity, expertise and experience (including the proficiency) of the independent directors and their contributions towards the enhancement of operations of the Company.
CRITERIA FOR APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
An Independent Director shall be a person of integrity and possess appropriate balance of skills, experience and knowledge in one or more fields of finance, law, management, sales, marketing and technical operations or any other discipline related to the Company's business. The Company did not have any peculiar relationship or transactions with non-executive Directors during the year ended March 31, 2024.
FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 the nomination and remuneration committee has laid down the evaluation of the performance of Individual Directors and the Board as a whole. Based on the criteria the exercise of evaluation was carried out through the structured process covering various aspects of the Board functioning such as composition of the Board and committees, experience & expertise, performance of specific duties & obligations, attendance, contribution at meetings, etc. The
performance evaluation of the Chairman and the Non- Independent Directors was carried out by the Independent Director. The performance of the Independent Directors was carried out by the entire Board (excluding the Director being evaluated). The Director expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND
During the year under review the provisions relating to transfer of funds to Investor education and protection fund does not apply to the Company.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company is not liable to have CSR initiatives and activities under the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 as this is not applicable to our Company.
POLICIES OF THE COMPANY
• REMUNERATION AND APPOINTMENT POLICY
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ('NRC') formulates and recommends to the Board the appropriate qualifications, positive attributes, characteristics, skills and experience required for the Board as a whole and its individual members with the objective of having a Board with diverse backgrounds and experience in business, government, education and public service. The Policy for appointment and removal of Directors and determining Directors' independence is available on our website at https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Nomination-and-Remuneration-Policv.pdf The committee inter alia ensures that:
a. The level and composition of remuneration is reasonable and sufficient to attract, retain and motivate directors and key managerial personnel of the quality required to run the company successfully.
b. relationship of remuneration to performance is clear and meets appropriate performance benchmarks and relationship of remuneration to performance is clear and meets appropriate performance benchmarks and
c. remuneration to directors, key managerial personnel and senior management involves a balance between fixed and incentive pay reflecting short and long-term performance objectives appropriate to the working of the company and its goals.
• POLICY ON MATERIALITY OF RELATED PARTY TRANSACTION
Your Company has adopted the policy on Materiality of Related Party Transaction to set out the dealing with the transaction between the Company and its related parties. The Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transaction has been available on the website of the Company https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Policv-on-Related-Partv-Transactions-1.pdf
• POLICY OF CODE OF CONDUCT FOR DIRECTOR AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT
Your Company has adopted the policy of code of Conduct to maintain standard of business conduct and ensure compliance with legal requirements. The Policy on Code of Conduct for Director and Senior Management has been available on the website of the Company https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Code-of-Conduct-for-Directors-and-Senior-Management.pdf.
• PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
Pursuant to provisions of the regulations, the Board has formulated and implemented a Code of Conduct to regulate, monitor and report trading by employees and other connected persons and code of practices and procedure for fair disclosure of unpublished price Sensitive Information. The same has been available on the website of the Company https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Internal-Procedures-and-Conduct-for-Prevention-of-Insider-Trading-1.pdf.
• POLICY ON THE PRESERVATION OF DOCUMENTS AND ARCHIVE POLICY
Pursuant to provision of the regulations, the board has formulated the policy on the Preservation of Documents & Archive policy. The same has been available at the website of company at https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Policv-for-Archival-of-Documents.pdf.
• DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
During the year under review the Company has not formulated Dividend Distribution Policy as it is not applicable to our company currently.
• BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company has taken various steps in connection with the implementation of Risk Management measures in terms of provisions contained in the Companies Act, 2013, after identifying the elements of risks which in the opinion of the Board may threaten the very existence of the Company. The Company has laid down a comprehensive Risk Assessment and Minimization Procedure which is reviewed by Board from time to time. Key risks identified are methodically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis.
• VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER MECHANISM
Your Company has framed a Whistle Blower Policy to deal with instances of fraud and mismanagement, if any. The Vigil Mechanism has been available on the website of the Company at https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Vigil-Mechanism-Whistle-Blower-Policv-for-Directors-and-Emplovees-1-1.pdf.
• POLICY ON DETERMINATION AND DISCLOSURE OF MATERIALITY OF EVENTS AND INFORMATION
Your Company has adopted a Policy on Determination and Disclosure of Materiality of Events and Information. The Policy on Determination and Disclosure of Materiality of Events and Information has been available on the website of the Company at https://mconrasavan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Policv-for-Determination-of-Material-Events-and-Disclosure.pdf.
PARTICULARS REGARDING EMPLOYEES REMUNERATION
During the year under review, the details of employees drawing remuneration which is in excess of the limit as prescribed under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is annexed herewith as Annexure-V.
The information pertaining to section 197 read with rules 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel), 2014 is annexed herewith as Annexure-V.
DISCLOSURES BY DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors have submitted notice of interest in Form MBP 1 under Section 184(1) as well as information by directors in Form DIR 8 under Section 164(2) and declarations as to compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 & Listing Regulations.
DISQUALIFICATIONS OF DIRECTORS
During the financial year 2023-2024 under review the Company has received Form DIR-8 from all Directors as required under the provisions of Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 that none of the Directors of your Company is disqualified to hold office as per provision of Section 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 and debarred from holding the office of a Director pursuant to any order of the SEBI or any such authority in terms of SEBI letter dated 14th June, 2018 and NSE circular dated 20th June 2018 on the subject “Enforcement of SEBI orders regarding appointment of Directors by Listed Companies”.
The Directors of the Company have made necessary disclosures, as required under various provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
SECRETARIAL STANDARD
Your directors' states that they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the Secretarial Standards and that such system is adequate and operating effectively.
OTHER REGULATORY REQUIREMENT
The Company has been complied with all regulatory requirements of central government and state government and there were no significant and material orders passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals during the year impacting the going concern status and the Company's operations in future.
SEBI COMPLAINTS REDRESS SYSTEM (SCORES)
The investor complaints are processed in a centralized web-based complaints redress system. The salient features of this system are centralized database of all complaints, online upload of Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by the concerned companies and online viewing by investors of actions taken on the complaint and its status. Your Company has been registered on SCORES and makes every effort to resolve all investor complaints received through SCORES or otherwise within the statutory time limit from the receipt of the complaint. The Company has not received any complaint on the SCORES during financial year 2023-24.
INVESTOR GRIEVANCES REDRESSAL STATUS
During the Financial Year 2023-24, there were no complaints or queries received from the shareholders of the Company. Company Secretary acts as the Compliance Officer of the Company is responsible for complying with the provisions of the Listing Regulations, requirements of securities laws and SEBI Insider Trading Regulations. The Investor can send their query to compliance@mconrasayan.com.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and during the year under review, there were no cases filed pursuant to the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013 & Rules there under.
THE DETAILS OF APPLICATION MADE OR ANY PROCEEDING PENDING UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016 AND THEIR STATUS AS AT THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR
During the year under review this provision is not applicable on our Company.
THE DETAILS OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMOUNT OF THE VALUATION DONE AT THE TIME OF ONE-TIME SETTLEMENT AND THE VALUATION DONE WHILE TAKING LOAN FROM THE BANKS OR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ALONG WITH THE REASONS THEREOF
During the year under review this provision is not applicable on our Company.
DISCLOSURE REGARDING RECEIPT OF COMMISSION BY A DIRECTOR FROM THE HOLDING OR SUBSIDIARY OF A COMPANY, IN WHICH SUCH PERSON IS A MANAGING OR WHOLE-TIME DIRECTOR - 197(14)
During the year under review this provision is not applicable on our Company.
DETAILS OF THE SUBSIDIARIES/ JVS/ ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
During the year under review the Company does not have any subsidiaries/JVs/Associate Companies.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL LITIGATIONS AND ORDER
During the year, there were no significant and material orders passed by the Regulators / Courts which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
COMPLIANCE WITH THE CODE OF CONDUCT OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND SR. MANAGEMENT
The Board of Directors and Senior Management of the Company have complied with the Company's Code of Conduct applicable to Board of Directors and Senior Management.
FAMILARIZATION PROGRAM FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR
The company has implemented a robust Familiarization Program for independent directors, aiming to equip them with the necessary knowledge, insights, and exposure to effectively discharge their responsibilities. The program includes comprehensive induction, periodic updates on industry trends, site visits, relevant training programs, access to information, and regular interactions with senior management. By actively engaging independent directors and providing them with the necessary resources, we strive to foster a well-informed and engaged Board that contributes to effective governance and value creation.
STATEMENT OF DEVIATION(S) OR VARIATION
There is no deviation or variations observed in the utilisation of funds raised.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Directors thank the Company's employees, customers, vendors, investors and academic partners for their continuous support.
The Directors also thank the Government of India, Governments of various states in India, concerned Government departments and agencies for their co-operation..
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