Mar 31, 2025
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their 45thAnnual Report on the business and operations together with the Audited Statement of Accounts of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2025.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS
The Financial results are briefly indicated below:
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(Rs. In Lakhs) |
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Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
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2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
|
|
Revenue from operations (net) |
35475.89 |
34071.63 |
35688.65 |
34209.34 |
|
Other Income |
1024.63 |
214.91 |
943.41 |
162.11 |
|
Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax (PBIDT) |
4912.59 |
4318.21 |
6658.23 |
5409.75 |
|
Interest |
1169.01 |
1159.74 |
1603.27 |
1478.36 |
|
Profit before Depreciation and Tax (PBDT) |
3743.58 |
3158.47 |
5054.96 |
3931.39 |
|
Depreciation |
1385.62 |
1348.83 |
1975.10 |
1672.15 |
|
Profit before Tax Expenses |
2357.96 |
1809.64 |
3079.86 |
2259.24 |
|
Tax Expenses |
542.16 |
461.19 |
689.45 |
574.05 |
|
Profit after Tax |
1815.80 |
1348.45 |
2390.41 |
1685.19 |
|
Other Comprehensive Income |
7091.21 |
3658.93 |
(88.55) |
(175.35) |
|
Total Comprehensive Income |
8907.01 |
5007.38 |
2301.86 |
1509.84 |
|
EPS- Basic |
1.11 |
1.26 |
1.03 |
1.18 |
|
Diluted |
1.11 |
1.19 |
1.03 |
1.11 |
The Standalone Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2024-25 was Rs.35475.89 lac (Previous year Rs. 34071.63 lac). The company earned Net Profit of Rs. 1815.80 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1348.45 lac).The Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 8907.01 lac (Previous Year Rs. 5007.38 lac).
The Consolidated Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2024-25 was Rs. 35688.65 lac (Previous Year Rs. 34209.34 lac). The company earned Consolidated Net Profit Rs. 2390.41 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1685.19 lac). The Consolidated Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 2301.86 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1509.84 lac).
There was no change in the nature of business of the company during the year.
2. INDUSTRIAL SCENARIO Indian Economy Outlook
India''s economic performance in FY25 has demonstrated resilience amid global uncertainties, with real GDP growth estimated between 6.3% and 6.5%. This steady growth trajectory is underpinned by robust domestic demand, strategic public investments, and a rebound in key sectors.
Deloitte''s May 2025 outlook projects India''s GDP growth in the range of 6.3% to 6.5% for FY25, with expectations of 6.5% to 6.7% for FY26. This optimistic forecast is attributed to tax incentives boosting consumer spending and strong domestic demand. However, potential headwinds include global trade uncertainties and the impact of international tariff regimes.
EY''s assessment aligns with this outlook, projecting India''s real GDP growth at 6.4% for FY25 and 6.5% for FY26. The firm emphasizes the importance of well-calibrated fiscal strategies that support human capital development while maintaining fiscal prudence to enhance long-term growth prospects.
On the supply side, the agriculture sector is projected to grow by 3.8%, bolstered by favorable monsoon conditions and enhanced productivity in horticulture, livestock, and fisheries. The industrial sector is expected to expand by 6.2%, supported by growth in construction activities and utilities. The services sector continues to be a significant contributor, maintaining its upward trajectory.
Source: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/asia-pacific/india-economic-outlook.html https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2113316 https://www.ev.com/en in/services/tax/india-economic-pulse
Indian Auto-Components Industry
Amid speculation about a possible 25 per cent tariff imposition on imports by the US, the Indian automotive component industry is expected to maintain a steady growth trajectory and expand by 8-10 per cent in FY26. The sector, which saw a 14 per cent growth in FY24, is projected to witness a more moderate expansion of 7-9 per cent in FY25.
Credit rating agency ICRA forecasts that this growth will be driven by strong export performance, increasing localization of electric vehicle (EV) components, and rising demand in the aftermarket.
The auto component sector will incur capital expenditure (capex) of Rs 25,000-30,000 crore in FY26, focusing on capacity expansion, localization, and technological advancements, including EV components, ICRA estimates.
Demand from domestic Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), which contribute over half of the industryâs revenue, is expected to grow, aided by premiumisation and higher value addition. The replacement market is also set to grow by 5-7 per cent in FY25 and 7-9 per cent in FY26, fuelled by an increase in vehicle age, the rising popularity of used cars, and preventive maintenance trends.
Source: (https://www¦business-standard¦Com/industrv/auto/automotive-component-industrv-likelv-to-grow-8-10-in-fy26-says-icra-125022001211 1.html?utm source=chatgpt.com)
Indian Agricultural Tractor Market
The Indian agricultural tractor market is a large and growing sector, driven by the country''s predominantly agrarian economy and increasing mechanization of farming practices. The market is expected to reach a value of USD 15.3 billion by 2034, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.0%. Key factors contributing to this growth include government initiatives to boost agricultural productivity, rising rural incomes, and the increasing use of tractors for non-agricultural purposes like construction and transport.
The market is dominated by Indian OEMs like Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, TAFE, International Tractors Ltd (Sonalika), and Escorts Limited. International players like Deere & Company and CNH also have a notable presence. Government initiatives, including subsidies and support for farm mechanization, contribute to market growth.
The industry is experiencing significant capital investments in manufacturing infrastructure, reflecting confidence in the market''s growth potential. Major manufacturers are expanding their production facilities to meet the growing demand and incorporate advanced manufacturing technologies. In March 2024, Sonalika Tractors invested in two new plants in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, including a tractor assembly facility and a high-pressure foundry plant. Similarly, Escorts Kubota Ltd announced plans to invest approximately Rs 4,500 crore in a new manufacturing plant in Rajasthan, aiming to double their domestic tractor production capacity to 3.4 lakh units annually. These investments underscore the industry''s commitment to enhancing production capabilities and maintaining technological leadership in the global market. Source: https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/india-agricultural-tractor-machinery-market.
Source: https://www¦mordorintelligence¦Com/industrv-reports/india-agricultural-tractor-machinerv-market
Agricultural Tractors Market Outlooks
Industry poised to farm significant growth in CY2025. Having closed CY2024 with a strong performance in December (99,292 units, up 25.7% YoY), the Indian tractor industry has entered CY2025 on a bullish note. According to Hemant Sikka, President - Farm Equipment Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra, âSentiments have remained positive in December on account of positive cash flow momentum from the kharif harvest. Additionally, favorable reservoir levels have resulted in strong sowing for the rabi season, further bolstering
demand for tractors. Looking ahead, the tractor industry is poised for significant growth, underpinned by positive agricultural sentiments and favorable terms of trade for farmers.â
FADA too is optimistic about growth this year and states that dealers across vehicle categories sense resurgence in market confidence, fuelled by improved rural liquidity, evolving government policies and a wave of new product launches. Despite financing headwinds and heightened competition, many retailers believe that focused marketing strategies, robust supply chains and better alignment with customer preferences will create a foundation for sustained expansion.
Source:https://www.autocarpro.in/analvsis-sales/tvs-ahead-of-baiai-auto-ather-and-ola-in-e2w-sales-in-
3. SHARE CAPITAL
During the Financial Year 2024-25 the company has completed the Conversion of pending warrants into equity shares with allotment of 61,23,000 equity shares of the Face Value of Rs. 2 each per share on a premium of Rs. 17.00 per share on conversion of 61,23,000 Warrants. As on 31st March, 2025, the paid up share capital of the company has become Rs. 33,30,25,334 divided into 16,65,12,667 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.
4. DIVIDEND
Considering the financial results and to plough back surplus of the Company, the Board did not recommend payment of any dividend for the year ended 31st March, 2025.
5. TRANSFER TO RESERVE
During the financial year, there was no amount proposed to be transferred to the Reserves.
6. AUDITORS & AUDITORSâ REPORT
M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants, New Delhi were reappointed as statutory auditors of the company for their second term of five years in the 43rdAGM from the conclusion of 43rd Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 48th Annual General Meeting to be held for the Financial Year 2027-28.
The Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2025 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. Further, in terms of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit & Auditors) Rules, 2014, as amended, no fraud has been reported by the Auditors of the Company where they have reasons to believe that an offence involving fraud is being or has been committed against the company by officers or employees of the company.
7. DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Hence, company need not to give details related to deposits. There is no non-compliance of the provisions of Chapter V of the Companies Act 2013.
8. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
Disclosure pertaining to the remuneration and other details as required under the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and any amendments thereof, is attached as Annexure-A.
9. POLICY ON DIRECTORSâ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, adopted a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and their remuneration.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee identifies and ascertains the integrity, qualification, expertise and experience of the person for appointment as Director and ensures that the candidate identified possesses adequate qualification, expertise and experience for the appointment as a Director.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate proposed for appointment as Director is compliant with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The candidateâs appointment as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee requires the approval of the Board.
-In case of appointment of Independent Directors, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee satisfies itself with regard to the independent nature of the Directors vis- a-vis the Company so as to enable the Board to discharge its function and duties effectively.
-The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate identified for appointment as a Director is not disqualified for appointment under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The policy can be viewed at companyâs website at https://pritikaautoindustries.com/nomination-remuneration-policv.pdf
10. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Report on Corporate Governance and Certificate of the Secretarial Auditors of your Company regarding compliance of the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Schedule V read with Regulation 34(3), of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, are provided in a separate section and forms part of this Report as Annexure-B.
11. SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES OR ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
The company has one subsidiary namely âPritika Engineering Components Ltd.â
In accordance with the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a report on the performance and financial position of the subsidiary is attached as Annexure-C to this Report.
Pritika Engineering Components Limited has one wholly owned subsidiary in the name of Meeta Castings Limited, which is a step down subsidiary of the company.
No other company has become or ceased to be associates or subsidiary or joint ventures during the year under purview.
12. STATEMENTS OF PARTICULARS OF CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo during the reporting period is attached herewith as Annexure-D.
13. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Information on transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and forms part of this report as Annexure-E.
14. INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (âIEPFâ)
During the financial year 2025-26, the company would be transferring unpaid or unclaimed dividend amount for the financial year 2017-18 (Final Dividend) within 30 days from the due date of transferring the amount to IEPF i.e. 03.11.2025. Further, the Company is also required to transfer the shares in respect of which dividends have not claimed for seven consecutive years from the financial year 2017-18 (Final Dividend), to the demat account of the IEPF Authority. The Company has also given individual intimations to concerned shareholders indicating that such shares shall be transferred to IEPF Authority and also advertised in the
newspapers seeking action from said shareholders. Accordingly, the concerned members are requested to claim the unclaimed dividend for the financial year 2017-18 (Final Dividend) on or before 15.10.2025.
15. ANNUAL RETURN
The copy of Annual Return as at 31st March, 2025, is available on the companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/annual-return.html.
16. SECRETARIAL AUDITORS AND SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
Pursuant to the amended provisions of Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations and Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors have recommended the appointment of M/s S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretaries, Chandigarh, as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company for a term of five consecutive years for the Financial year 2025-26 to 2029-30 i.e. from the conclusion of 45th Annual general Meeting until the conclusion of 50th Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held for the Financial Year 2029-30.
A brief profile and other relevant details of M/s S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretaries, Chandigarh is provided in the Notice convening the ensuing AGM.
M/s S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretaries, Chandigarh has consented to act as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company and confirmed that his appointment, if approved, would be within the limits prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR Regulations. He has further confirmed that he is not disqualified to be appointed as the Secretarial Auditor under the applicable provisions of the Act, rules made thereunder, and SEBI Listing Regulations.
As required under section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under, the Company has appointed M/s S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretaries, Chandigarh as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the Financial Year 2024-25.The Secretarial Audit Report forms part of the Annual Report.
The Copy of Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2024-25 issued by Mr. Sushil K Sikka, Company Secretary in Practice has been attached and marked as Annexure - F. The Secretarial Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2025 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
The Secretarial Audit Report of Pritika Engineering Components Ltd., the subsidiary of the company has been attached and marked as Annexure-G.
17. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS REPORT
The details forming part of Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith to the Board Report as Annexure-H.
18. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANYâS OPERATIONS IN FUTURE
During the year under review no significant and material orders were passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals impacting the going concern status and companyâs operations in future.
19. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Details of loan, guarantee and investment covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Act read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 are given in the Notes to the financial statements.
20. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The Annual Report on CSR initiatives taken during the year is enclosed at Annexure-I. The company has also developed a policy on Corporate Social Responsibility which can be viewed at the companyâs website at https://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/csr-policv-pritika-auto.pdf
21. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board met seven times during the year, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
22. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH THIS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurred between the end of the financial year to which this financial statements relate till the date of this report.
23. CORPORATE ACTIONS DURING THE YEAR 2024-25
During the current Financial Year, on exercise of option to convert the convertible warrants into equity shares by the warrant holders, the following corporate actions done by the Company:
⢠The Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 23.05.2024 has converted 12,98,000 warrants into 12,98,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share.
⢠The Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 28.09.2024 has converted 48,25,000 warrants into 48,25,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share.
24. COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES
The Company has complied with the SEBI (LODR) Regulations along with the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to the Composition of the Committees as required therein and the details of which is given under Corporate Governance Report annexed to this Report.
25. BOARD EVALUATION
The Board of Directors have carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, its various committees and individual directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed under Regulation 17(10), 25(4) and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations. The manner of evaluation is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
26. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL Directors:
Re-Appointment of Director
Mr. Narinder Kumar Tyagi, Director (DIN:00483827) retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting, and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment.
Independent Directors
Independent Directors on your Companyâs Board have submitted declarations of independence to the effect that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations. In the opinion of the Board our Independent Directors possesses requisite qualification, experience and hold high standards of integrity for the purpose of Rule 8(5)(iii a) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
Change in Composition of Board
During the Financial Year 2024-25 there were following changes in the composition of Board of Directors:
Mrs. Neha, Independent Director ceased to be director on 23rd April, 2024 on completion of her second term. Mrs. Kritika Goyal was appointed as an Independent Director w.e.f. 23rd April, 2024 for a period of three years.
Mr. Narinder Kumar Tyagi, CFO of the company was also appointed as Director w.e.f. 23rd April, 2024. He was appointed as Whole Time Director w.e.f. 17th July 2024.
During the current year the Board appointed Mr. Bishwanath Choudhary as an Additional Director in the category of Independent Director w.e.f. 24th June, 2025 for a period of five years subject to approval of the members in the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Mr. Yudhisthir Lal Madan ceased to hold office w.e.f. 31st July, 2025, upon completion of his second consecutive term as Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company.
Key Managerial Personnel
During the Financial Year 2024-2025 on the recommendation of Nomination & Remuneration Committee and Board of Directors, the members of the company has:
Re-appointed Mr. Harpreet Singh Nibber (DIN: 00239042) as Chairman & Managing Director of the company for a period ofthree years, w.e.f. 01/04/2025.
Re-appointed Mr. Ajay Kumar (DIN: 02929113) as Whole Time Director of the company for a period of three years, w.e.f. 01/04/2025.
Appointed Mr. Narinder Kumar Tyagi (DIN: 00483827), Chief Financial Officer as Whole Time Director, of the company for a period of three years, w.e.f. i.e. 17/07/2024.
27. DIRECTOR''S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors Responsibilities Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
a. In the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 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 were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year under review.
c. The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
d. The Directors had prepared the accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 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.
28. COST AUDITORS
As per requirement of the Regulation 148 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time, M/s. Khushwinder Kumar & Co., Cost Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 100123) was appointed as Cost Auditor to audit the Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2024-25.
On the recommendation of Audit Committee, the Board has appointed M/s. Verma Khushwinder & Co., Cost Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 000469) as Cost Auditor to audit the Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2025-26.
As required under the Act, a resolution seeking membersâ ratification for remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor for the financial year 2025-26, forms part of the notice convening the Annual General Meeting for their ratification.
29. INTERNAL AUDITORS
The Board has re-appointed M/s A. K. Sood & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Chandigarh as Internal Auditors of the Company for financial year 2025-26.
30. COST RECORDS
As specified by the Central government under sub section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, the company has been maintaining cost records.
31. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS & RISK MANAGEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 177(4) & Section 134(3)(n) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has developed Internal Finance Control Policy to identify and mitigate risks. The provisions of Regulation 21 of SEBI Listing Regulations 2015 pertaining to Risk Management Committee are not applicable to the company.
32. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY AND VIGIL MECHANISM
To create enduring value for all stakeholders and ensure the highest level of honesty, integrity and ethical behavior in all its operations, the Company has established a vigil mechanism and formulated Whistle Blower Policy. This policy aspires to encourage all employees to report suspected or actual occurrence of illegal, unethical or inappropriate events (behaviors or practices) that affect Companyâs interest/image.
33. DISCLOSURE UNDER REGULATION 32 (7A) OF SEBI (LODR) REGULATIONS, 2015
The Board of Directors in their meeting held on March 16, 2023 came with a Preferential Issue and allotted 1,60,00,000 fully convertible warrants to Non-Promoter Public Category at an issue price of Rs. 19/- per warrant on receipt of 25% of the Issue Price as application money.
During the financial year 2024-25, 61,23,000 warrants were converted into Equity Shares on receipt of balance 75% of the Issue Price. The funds so raised on allotment of convertible warrants and further on their conversion into equity were fully utilized for the purpose for which these were raised and in accordance with the objectives of the said preferential issue stated in the explanatory statement to the notice of Extra Ordinary General Meeting dated January 30, 2023 and there had been no deviation or variation in the use of the proceeds/ funds so raised. As on March 31, 2025 no warrants were outstanding for conversion.
34. DISCLOSURE AS PER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has complied with the provisions relating to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The Company did not receive any complaint during the year and the details required pertaining to complaints are mentioned below:
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(a) Number of complaints of sexual harassment received in the year |
Nil |
|
(b) Number of complaints disposed off during the year |
Nil |
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(c) Number of cases pending for more than ninety days |
Nil |
35. During the year under review no application was made and no proceeding was pending against the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016).
36. During the year under review, the Company has complied with the provisions relating to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
37. The accounts of the company with banks and financial institutions are regular. There was no default and as such there was no One Time Settlement with any bank or Financial Institution.
38. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards in the Financial Year 2024-25.
39. ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Company is well equipped with adequate internal financial controls. The Company has a continuous monitoring mechanism which enables the organization to maintain the same standards of the control systems and help them in managing defaults, if any, on timely basis because of strong reporting mechanisms followed by the Company.
40. CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board has laid down a Code of Conduct (âCodeâ) for Board Members, Managerial Personnel and for Senior Management Employees of the Company. This Code has been posted on the Company''s website at https://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/codes-policies.html. All the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with this code. The Board has also laid down a Code of Conduct for Independent Directors pursuant to Section 149(8) and Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 via terms and conditions for appointment of Independent Directors, which is a guide to professional conduct for Independent Directors and has been uploaded on the website of the Company. A declaration by the Managing Director & CEO in terms of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015 to the effect that members of the Board and senior management personnel have affirmed compliance with this Code of Conduct is attached with this Report.
41. NON-DISQUALIFICATION OF DIRECTORS
All the directors of the Company are non-disqualified and certificate for the same from the Practicing Company Secretary is annexed with the report.
42. POLICY FOR PRESERVATION OF DOCUMENTS
Pursuant to the Regulation 9 of SEBI (LODR), 2015 the Company has maintained the policy of preservation of documents to keep the documents preserve as per Regulation 9(a) & 9(b)of SEBI (LODR), 2015 and the same has been uploaded on the website of the Company on https://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/archival-policv.pdf
43. REGISTRAR AND SHARE TRANSFER AGENT INFORMATION
Satellite Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.
Regd. Office: Office No. 106 & 107, Dattani Plaza, East West Indl. Compound,
Andheri Kurla Road, Safed Pool, Sakinaka, Mumbai - 400072.
Tel: 022-28520461, 022-28520462 Email Id:[email protected]
[email protected] Website: www.satellitecorporate.com
44. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Your Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation to all the Employees for their contribution and thanks to our valued clients, Bankers and shareholders for their continued support.
Mar 31, 2024
The Directors have pleasure hi presenting then 44thAnnual Report on the business and operations together with the Audited Statement of Accounts of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2024.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS
The Financial results are briefly indicated below:
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(Rs. In Lakhs) |
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Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
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*2023-24 |
2022-23 |
*2023-24 |
2022-23 |
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Revenue from operations (net) |
34071.63 |
31299.59 |
34209.34 |
36203.45 |
|
Other Income |
214.91 |
208.68 |
162.11 |
120.07 |
|
Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax (PBIDT) |
4318.21 |
3332.22 |
5409.75 |
4273.21 |
|
Interest |
1159.74 |
662.15 |
1478.36 |
925.21 |
|
Profit before Depreciation and Tax (PBIT) |
3158.47 |
2670.07 |
3931.39 |
3348.00 |
|
Depreciation |
1348.83 |
911.63 |
1672.15 |
1190.70 |
|
Profit before Tax Expenses |
1809.64 |
1758.44 |
2259.24 |
2157.30 |
|
Tax Expenses |
461.19 |
516.02 |
574.05 |
587.87 |
|
Profit after Tax |
1348.45 |
1242.42 |
1685.19 |
1569.43 |
|
Other Comprehensive Income |
3658.93 |
735.75 |
(175.35) |
(18.44) |
|
Total Comprehensive Income |
5007.38 |
1978.17 |
1509.84 |
1550.99 |
|
EPS- Basic |
1.26 |
1.40 |
1.18 |
1.77 |
|
Diluted |
1.19 |
1.40 |
1.11 |
1.77 |
*The figures for the year ended 31/03/2024 had been arrived after giving effect of the figures of Demerged undertaking of Pritika Industries Limited. Hence, these figures are not comparable with figures from previous year ended i.e. 31/03/2023.
The Standalone Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2023-24 was Rs. 34071.63 lac (Previous year Rs. 31299.59 lac). The company earned Net Profit of Rs.1348.45 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1242.42 lac).The Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 5007.38 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1978.17 lac).
The Consolidated Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2023-24 was Rs. 34209.341ac (Previous Year Rs. 36203.45 lac). The company earned Consolidated Net Profit Rs. 1685.19 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1569.43 lac). The Consolidated Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 1509.841ac (Previous Year Rs 1550.99 lac).
There was no change in the nature of business of the company during the year.
The Indian tractor industry stands as a significant pillar in die countty''s agricultural landscape, poised for steady growth and innovation in the coming years. With a robust market estimation of USD 2.37 billion in 2024, expected to climb to USD 3.13 billion by 2029 at a CAGR of 5.80%, the sector is witnessing positive fiends driven by various factors. The demand surge for agricultural machinery, particularly tractors, can be attributed to several stimuli such as higher Kharif sowing, favorable monsoon conditions, increased rural spending by the government, and exemptions fr om lockdown restrictions.
The tractor industry has ended the fiscal FY24 with an 8 per cent decline in domestic sales after reporting peak volumes in the previous fiscal. Though tractor exports fell 22 per cent in FY24, the March quarter signalled a rebound with positive growth in shipments.[Source](https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/agri-business/domestic-tractor-sales-fall-8-in-fy24-on-el-nino-impact/article68058563.ece). ICRA estimates the industry volumes to grow at a modest pace in FY2025, aided by expectation of an above normal monsoon and consequent favourable impact of the same on farm cash flows.
India''s tractor market, one of the largest globally, witnesses dominance by indigenous OEMs like Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, TAFE, International Tractors Ltd (Sonalika), and Escorts Limited, although international players like Deere & Company and CNH have also established a significant presence.
The trend of custom hiring of tractors is gaining momentum, with various stakeholders, including government agencies and local entrepreneurs, contributing to its proliferation. States like Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan have witnessed significant strides in the establishment of custom hiring centers, enabling farmers to access machinery efficiently.
Government initiatives play a pivotal role in propelling market growth, with subsidies and support programs aimed at rural development and farm mechanization. Schemes like subsidies for purchasing tractors below 18 HP and subsidy for promoting agricultural mechanization, including 25% of the cost limited to INR 30,000 for buying tractors of up to 35 PTO HPunderscore the government''s commitment to enhancing agricultural practices. Moreover, easy credit availability, coupled with favorable loan schemes and low-interest rates, huffier incentivize farmers to invest in mechanization.
The fixture trajectory of the Indian tractor industry seems promising, driven by technological advancements and a concerted focus on farm mechanization. While challenges such as fluctuations in rural demand and adverse weather conditions persist, initiatives like the introduction of automation technologies and the expansion of farm machinery manufacturing plants augur well for the sector''s growth. By harnessing innovation, embracing mechanization, and leveraging government support, the Indian tractor industry is poised to play a pivotal role in transforming farming practices and enhancing agricultural productivity in the years ahead. [Source](https://www. mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/india-agricultural -tractor-machinery-market).
During the Financial Year 2023-24 the company has allotted 7,17,17,167 equity shares of the Face Value of Rs. 2 each. As on 31st March, 2024, the paid up share capital of the company has become Rs. 32,07,79,334 divided into 16,03,89,667 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.
Further the company has allotted 12,98,000 equity shares of the face value of Rs. 2.00 per share on a premium of Rs. 17.00 per share on conversion of 12,98,000 Warrants on 23/05/2024. As on date the paid up share capital of the company has become Rs. 32,33,75,334 divided into 16,16,87,667 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.
Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh vide its order passed on 4/12/2023 has sanctioned the Scheme of Arrangement between Pritika Industries Ltd., (the Demerged Company) and Pritika Auto Industries Ltd., (the Resulting Company) approving demerger and vesting of the â Automotive/Tractor/Engineering Components Business Undertakingâ of Pritika Industries Limited (PIL) as a going concern with Pritika Auto Industries Limited (PAIL) pursuant to Sections 230 to 232 read with other relevant provisions if any of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made there under.
Considering the financial results and to plough back surplus of the Company, the Board did not recommend payment of any dividend for the year ended 31st March, 2024.
During the financial year, there was no amount proposed to be transferred to the Reserves.
7. AUDITORS & AUDITORSâ REPORT
M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants, New Delhi were reappointed as statutory auditors of the company for a period of five years in the 43rdAGM for the second term of five years from the conclusion of 43rd Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 48th Annual General Meeting to be held for the Financial Year 2027-28.
The Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2024 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. Further, in terms of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit & Auditors) Rules, 2014, as amended, no fraud has been reported by the Auditors of the Company where they have reasons to believe that an offence involving fraud is being or has been committed against the company by officers or employees of the company.
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. Hence, company need not to give details related to deposits. There is no non-compliance of the provisions of Chapter V of the Companies Act 2013.
Disclosure pertaining to the remuneration and other details as required under the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and any amendments thereof, is attached as Annexure-A.
10. POLICY ON DIRECTORSâ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, adopted a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and their remuneration.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee identifies and ascertains the integrity, qualification, expertise and exper ience of the person for appointment as Director and ensures that the candidate identified possesses adequate qualification, expertise and experience for the appointment as a Director.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate proposed for appointment as Director is compliant with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The candidateâs appointment as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee requires the approval of the Board.
-In case of appointment of Independent Directors, the Nomination and Remuner ation Committee satisfies itself with regard to the independent nature of the Directors vis- a-vis the Company so as to enable the Board to discharge its function and duties effectively.
-The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate identified for appointment as a Director is not disqualified for appointment underâ Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The policy can be viewed at companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/nomination-remuneration-policy.pdf.
Report on Corporate Governance and Certificate of the Secretarial Auditors of your Company regarding compliance of the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Schedule V read with Regulation 34(3), of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, are provided in a separate section and forms part of this Report as Armexure-B.
12. SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES OR ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
The company has one subsidiary namely âPritika Engineering Components Ltd.â
fir accordance with the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a report on the performance and financial position of the subsidiary is attached as Annexure-C to this Report.
Pritika Engineering Components Limited has one wholly owned subsidiary in the name of Meeta Castings Limited, which is a step down subsidiary of the company.
No other company has become or ceased to be associates or subsidiary or joint ventures during the year under purview.
13. STATEMENTS OF PARTICULARS OF CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo during the reporting period is attached herewith as Aimexure-D.
14. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Information on transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and forms part of this report as Annexure- E.
The copy of Annual Return as at 31st March, 2024, is available on the companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/annual-return.html.
As required under section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under-, the Company has appointed Mr, Sushil K Sikka, Prop. S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the Financial Year 2023-24.The Secretarial Audit Report forms part of the Annual Report.
The Copy of Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2023-24 issued by Mr, Sushil K Sikka, Company Secretary in Practice has been attached and marked as Annexure - F. The Secretarial Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2024 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
The Secretarial Audit Report of Pritika Engineering Components Ltd., the subsidiary of the company has been attached and marked as Annexure-G.
17. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS REPORT
The details forming part of Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith to the Board Report as Annexure-H.
18. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANYâS OPERATIONS IN FUTURE
During the year under- review Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh vide its order passed on 4/12/2023 has sanctioned the Scheme of Arrangement between Pritika hidustries Ltd., (the Demerged Company) and Pritika Auto hidustries Ltd., (the Resulting Company) approving demerger and vesting of the âAutomotive/Tractor/Engineering Components Business Undertakingâ of Pritika Industries Limited (PIL) as a going concern with Pritika Auto hidustries Limited (PAIL) pursuant to Sections 230 to 232 read with other relevant provisions if any of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made there under. Except this there is no other significant and material order passed by Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Companyâs operations.
19. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Details of loan, guarantee and investment covered under the provisions of Section 186 of file Act read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 are given in the Notes to the financial statements.
20. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The Annual Report on CSR initiatives taken during the year is enclosed at Annexure-I. The company has also developed a policy on Corporate Social Responsibility which can be viewed at the companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/csr-policv-mavl9.pdf.
21. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board met nine times during the year, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
22. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR T O WHICH THIS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurred between the end of the financial year to which this financial statements relate till the date of this report.
23. CORPORATE ACTIONS DURING THE YEAR 2023-24
During the current Financial Year, on exercise of option to convert the convertible warrants into equity shares by the warrant holders, the following corporate actions done by the Company:
⢠The Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 17.11.2023 has converted 28,50,000 warrants into 28,50,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share.
⢠The Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 24.01.2024 has converted 60,00,000 warrants into 60,00,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share.
⢠The Board of Directors in its meeting held on 10.02.2024 has converted 10,27,000 warrants into 10,27,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share.
⢠Further, in compliance of âScheme of Arrangementâ approved by the Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh, vide its order dated 4.12.2023, the Company has allotted 6,18,40,167 equity shares of the face value of Rs. 2 each to the shareholders of Pritika Industries Ltd(the Demerged Company) on 29/12/2023.
The Company has complied with the SEBI (LODR) Regulations along with the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to the Composition of the Committees as required therein and the details of which is given under Corporate Governance Report annexed to this Report.
The Board of Directors have carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, its various committees and individual directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed under Regulation 17(10), 25(4) and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations. The manner of evaluation is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
26. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL Re-Appointment of Director
Mr. Ajay Kumar (DIN:02929113) retires by rotation at die ensuing Annual General Meeting, and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment.
Independent Directors on your Companyâs Board have submitted declarations of independence to the effect that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(l)(b) of the Listing Regulations. In the opinion of the Board our Independent Directors possesses requisite qualification, experience and hold high standards of integrity for the purpose of Rule 8(5)(iii a) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
Change in Composition of Board
During the Financial Year 2023-24 there were following changes in the composition of Board of Directors:
Mr. Subramaniyam Bala, Independent Director has resigned from the Board of Directors due to his preoccupation and other personal commitments. The Board has appointed Mr. AmanTandon as Independent Director w.e.f. 08th November 2023 for a period of three years, whose appointment was approved by the shareholders in their Annual General Meeting held on 29th December, 2023.
Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber, Chairman and Whole Time Director of the company, ceased to be Director due to his demise on 12rhMarch, 2024.
During the current year Mrs. Neha, Independent Director ceased to be director on 23rd April 2024 on completion of her second term. The Board has appointed Mrs. Krifika Goyal as an Additional Director in the capacity of Independent Director w.e.f. 23rd April 2024 for a period of three years subject to approval of the members in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The Board has appointed Mr. Narinder Kumar Tyagi, CFO of the company as an Additional Director w.e.f. 23rd April 2024. Pursuant to the provisions of section 161 of the Companies Act, 2013 he will hold office upto the date of ensuing Annual General Meeting. Being eligible he has signified his intention for appointment as Director in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
During the Financial Year under review there was no change in the Key Managerial Personnel except demise of Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber, Chairman & Whole time director on 12/03/2024.
However, during the Current Financial Year the Board on die recommendation of Nomination & Remuneration Committee and subject to the approval of the members of the company has:
Reappointed Mr. Harpreet Singh Nibber (DIN: 00239042) as Chairman &Managing Director of the company for a period of three years on the terms & conditions stated in the resolution, w.e.f. 01/04/2025.
Reappointed Mr. Ajay Kumar (DIN: 02929113) as Whole Time Director of the company for a period of three years on the terms & conditions stated in the resolution, w.e.f. 01/04/2025.
Appointed Mr. Narinder Kumar Tyagi (DIN: 00483827) Additional Director, as Whole time Director of the company for a period of three years on the terms & conditions stated in the resolution, w.e.f the date of Annual General Meeting i.e. 17.07.2024.
27. DIRECTOR''S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors Responsibilities Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
a. In the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024 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 were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year under review.
c. The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other- irregularities.
d. The Directors had prepared the accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2024 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.
As pei- requirement of the Regulation 148 of die Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 as amended from tune to tune, M/s. Khushwinder Kumar & Co., Cost Accountants, (Film Registration No. 100123) was appomted as Cost Auditor to audit die Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2023-24.
On the recommendation of Audit Committee, the Board has reappointed M/s. Khushwinder Kumar & Co., Cost Accountants, (Fhm Registration No. 100123) as Cost Auditor to audit the Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2024-25.
As required under the Act, a resolution seeking membersâ ratification for remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor on his reappointment, forms part of the notice convening the Annual General Meeting for their ratification.
The Board has appointed M/s A. K. Sood & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Chandigarh as Internal Auditors of the Company for financial year 2024-25.
As specified by the Central government under sub section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, the company has been maintaining cost records.
31. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS & RISK MANAGEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 177(4) & Section 134(3)(n) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has developed Internal Finance Control Policy to identify and mitigate risks. The provisions of Regulation 21 of SEBI Listing Regulations 2015 pertaining to Risk Management Committee are not applicable to the company.
32. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY AND VIGIL MECHANISM
To create enduring value for all stakeholders and ensure the highest level of honesty, integrity and ethical behavior in all its operations, the Company has established a vigil mechanism and formulated Whistle Blower Policy. This policy aspires to encourage all employees to report suspected or actual occurrence of illegal, unethical or inappropriate events (behaviors or practices) that affect Companyâs interest/image.
33. DISCLOSURE AS PER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has complied with the provisions of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The details pertaining to complaints are mentioned in the Corporate Governance Report placed at Annexure-B.
34. During the year under review no application was made and no proceeding was pending against the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016).
35. The accounts of the company with banks and financial institutions are regular. There was no default and as such there was no One Time Settlement with any bank or Financial Institution.
36. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards in the Financial Year 2023-24.
37. ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Company is well equipped with adequate internal financial controls. The Company has a continuous monitoring mechanism which enables the organization to maintain the same standards of the control systems and help them in managing defaults, if any, on timely basis because of strong reporting mechanisms followed by the Company.
The Board has laid down a Code of Conduct (âCodeâ) for Board Members, Managerial Personnel and for Senior Management Employees of the Company. This Code has been posted on the Company''s website at https://www.pritikaautomdushies.com/codes-policies.html. All the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with this code. The Board has also laid down a Code of Conduct for Independent Directors pursuant to Section 149(8) and Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 via terms and conditions for appointment of Independent Directors, which is a guide to professional conduct for Independent Directors and has been uploaded on the website of the Company.
39. NON-DISQUALIFICATION OF DIRECTORS
All the directors of the Company are non-disqualified and certificate for the same from the Practicing Company Secretary is annexed with the report.
40. POLICY FOR PRESERVATION OF DOCUMENTS
Pursuant to the Regulation 9 of SEBI (LODR), 2015 the Company has maintained the policyof preservation of documents to keep the documents preserve as per Regulation 9(a) & 9(b)of SEBI (LODR), 2015 and the same has been uploaded on the website of the Company onhttps:/.''www.pritikaautomdushies.com/archival-policv.pdf
41. REGISTRAR AND SHARE TRANSFER AGENT INFORMATION
Satellite Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.
Regd. Office: A 106 & 107, Dattani Plaza, East West Compound,
AndheriKurla Road, Safed Pool Sakinaka, Mumbai - 400072.
Tel :022-28520461, 022-28520462
Email Id:info@ [email protected] Website: www.satellitecorporate.com
Your Directors wish to express then sincere appreciation to all the Employees for their contribution and thanks to our valued clients, Bankers and shareholders for their continued support.
Mar 31, 2023
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their 43rd Annual Report on the business and operations together with the Audited Statement of Accounts of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2023.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS
The Financial results are briefly indicated below:
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(Rs. In Lakhs) |
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Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
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2022-23 |
2021-22 |
2022-23 |
2021-22 |
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Revenue from operations (net) |
31299.59 |
23772.73 |
36203.45 |
27122.51 |
|
Other Income |
208.68 |
402.13 |
120.07 |
780.96 |
|
Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax (PBIDT) |
3332.22 |
2755.75 |
4273.21 |
3768.56 |
|
Interest |
662.15 |
664.67 |
925.21 |
884.01 |
|
Profit before Depreciation and Tax (PBIT) |
2670.07 |
2091.08 |
3348.00 |
2884.55 |
|
Depreciation |
911.63 |
885.37 |
1190.70 |
1091.73 |
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Profit before Tax Expenses |
1758.44 |
1205.71 |
2157.30 |
1792.82 |
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Tax Expenses |
516.02 |
313.90 |
587.87 |
352.04 |
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Profit after Tax |
1242.42 |
891.81 |
1569.43 |
1440.78 |
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Other Comprehensive Income |
735.75 |
(154.78) |
(18.44) |
(310.45) |
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Total Comprehensive Income |
1978.17 |
737.03 |
1550.99 |
1130.33 |
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EPS- Basic |
1.40 |
1.01 |
1.77 |
1.62 |
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Diluted |
1.40 |
1.01 |
1.77 |
1.62 |
The Standalone Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2022-23 was Rs. 31299.59 lac (Previous year Rs. 23772.73 lac). The company earned Net Profit of Rs. 1242.42 lac (Previous Year Rs. 891.81 lac).The Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 1978.17 lac.
The Consolidated Revenue from the operations (net) for the Financial Year 2022-23 was Rs. 36203.45 lac (Previous Year Rs. 27122.51 lac). The company earned Consolidated Net Profit Rs. 1569.43 lac (Previous Year Rs. 1440.78 lac). The Consolidated Total Comprehensive Income for the year was Rs. 1550.99 lac.
There was no change in the nature of business of the company during the year.
The previous year figures have been restated, rearranged, regrouped and consolidated, to enable comparability of the current year figures of accounts with the relative previous yearâs figures.
The Indian tractor industry is one of the largest in the world, with India being the largest tractor market globally. The industry has grown significantly in recent years, driven by increasing demand from both the agricultural and non-agricultural sectors. The India tractor market size was valued at $7,540.8 million in 2020, and is expected to reach $12,700.8 million by 2030, with a CAGR of 7.9% from 2021 to 2030. The COVID-19 outbreak had a positive impact on the growth of the India tractor industry owing to increase in demand for agricultural produces such as cereals, vegetables, and fruits in the country.
The Indian tractor industry smashed a couple of records in FY23 - producing over a million units for the first time ever and also achieving their highest ever domestic sales. FY23 saw 12% growth in domestic tractor volumes, with 945,311 units compared to 842,266 in FY22, according to Tractor & Mechanization Association (TMA).
In FY23, the total tractor production in the country stood at 1,071,310 (9.61 lakh in FY22 and 9.65 lakh in FY21). After witnessing buoyant demand in FY22, exports moderated during FY23 and reported a marginal decline to 124,542 units compared with 128,636 units in the previous fiscal.
The Indian Automobile industry is expected to reach a turnover of approximately $300 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 15% from its current revenue of around $74 billion.
The expansion of the e-commerce business is boosting the requirement for logistics services and is contributing to the growth of the tow tractor market. Moreover, tow tractors are increasingly gaining momentum in the manufacturing industry for several purposes. And retailers are investing a significant amount in tow tractors to enhance the logistics activities and make their work a little easier as these tractors are easy to handle and require less maintenance.
The cyclical pattern of the agricultural industry is a major challenge impeding the market growth. The natural phenomenon of seasonal agricultural cycles leads to the seasonal availability of disposable income for farmers. This impacts their purchasing power, thus leading to seasonal purchases of agricultural equipment like tractors. This pattern is affected by various factors, including environmental conditions like rain forecasts and financial resources available for farmers, including the availability of credit facilities, government support in the form of subsidies, and the availability of automatized farming equipment at the disposal of farmers. This instability in agricultural patterns directly affects the sales of automatic farming equipment.
The Government of India encourages foreign investment in the automobile sector and has allowed 100% FDI under the automatic route. The governmentâs Automotive Mission Plan (AMP) 2016-26 will help the automotive industry grow and will benefit the economy in the following ways:
⢠The auto industryâs GDP contribution will rise to over 12%.
⢠Additional ~65 million direct and indirect jobs will be created.
⢠End-of-life policy will be implemented for old vehicles.
3. SHARE CAPITAL
During the year under review, there was no change in the Share Capital of the company. As at March 31, 2023, the total paid-up share capital of the company stood at Rs. 1773.45 lacs. However, the company issued on preferential allotment basis, 1,60,00,000 fully convertible warrants to public (non-promoter) category at an issue price of Rs. 19.00 per warrant carrying right exercisable by warrant holder to subscribe to one equity share of face value of Rs. 2.00 each per warrant. During the current Financial Year on exercise of option to convert the convertible warrants into equity shares by the warrant holders, the Board of Directors of the company in its meeting held on 17.11.2023 has converted 28,50,000 warrants into 28,50,000 equity shares of face value of Rs. 2 each on a premium of Rs. 17 per share. As on date the paid up share capital of the company has become Rs. 18,30,45,000 divided into 9,15,22,500 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.
4. SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT
The company pursuant to Order dated 29th June, 2022 as rectified vide order dated 8 July, 2022 passed by Honâble NClT, Bench Chandigarh in the Joint Petition filed u/s 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013 for approval of Scheme of Arrangement between Pritika Industries Ltd. (the demerged company) and Pritika Auto Industries Ltd. (the Resulting company), has convened meetings of the Equity Shareholders , Secured Creditors and Unsecured Creditors of the company on 10/9/2022 for their approval to the Scheme. The Scheme of Arrangement was approved by the shareholders, Secured Creditors and Unsecured Creditors of the company with the requisite majority. After approval of the shareholders, Secured Creditors and unsecured creditors , the company has filed joint petition for approval of the scheme, before the Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh. The hearing in the matter has been completed on 6/10/2023 and the order has been reserved by the Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh.
5. DIVIDEND
Considering the financial results and to plough back surplus of the Company, the Board did not recommend payment of any dividend for the year ended 31st March, 2023.
6. TRANSFER TO RESERVE
During the financial year, there was no amount proposed to be transferred to the Reserves.
7. AUDITORS & AUDITORSâ REPORT
M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants, New Delhi were appointed as statutory auditors of the company for a period of five years in the 38th AGM i.e. till the conclusion of the 43rd Annual General
Meeting to be held for the FY 2022-23. The Board of Directors has recommended reappointment of M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants as Statutory Auditors of the company for the second terms of five years from the conclusion of 43rd Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 48th Annual General Meeting to be held for the Financial Year 2027-28. M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants have consented to the said appointment and confirmed that their reappointment, if made, would be within the limits specified u/s 141(3)(g) of the Companies Act, 2013. They have further confirmed that they are not disqualified to be appointed as Statutory Auditors in terms of provisions of section 139(1), section 141(2), section 141(2) and section 141(3) of the Act and provisions of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014.
The Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2023 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. Further, in terms of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit & Auditors) Rules, 2014, as amended, no fraud has been reported by the Auditors of the Company where they have reasons to believe that an offence involving fraud is being or has been committed against the company by officers or employees of the company.
8. DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. . Hence company need not to give details related to deposits. There is no non-compliance of the provisions of Chapter V of the Companies Act 2013.
9. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
Disclosure pertaining to the remuneration and other details as required under the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and any amendments thereof, is attached as Annexure A.
10. POLICY ON DIRECTORSâ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, adopted a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and their remuneration.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee identifies and ascertains the integrity, qualification, expertise and experience of the person for appointment as Director and ensures that the candidate identified possesses adequate qualification, expertise and experience for the appointment as a Director.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate proposed for appointment as Director is compliant with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The candidateâs appointment as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee requires the approval of the Board.
-In case of appointment of Independent Directors, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee satisfies itself with regard to the independent nature of the Directors vis- a-vis the Company so as to enable the Board to discharge its function and duties effectively.
-The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate identified for appointment as a Director is not disqualified for appointment under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The policy can be viewed at companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/nomination-remuneration-policy.pdf
11. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Report on Corporate Governance and Certificate of the Secretarial Auditors of your Company regarding compliance of the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Schedule V read with Regulation 34(3), of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, are provided in a separate section and forms part of this Report as Annexure B.
12. SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES OR ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
âPritika Engineering Components Ltd.â the subsidiary of the company was converted into public limited on 21.04.2022.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a report on the performance and financial position of the subsidiary is attached as Annexure C to this Report.
Pritika Engineering Components Limited has come up with an Initial Public Offer of 32,48,000 equity shares of Rs. 10 each on a premium of Rs. 19 per share. The IPO was oversubscribed by 150 times.
Pritika Engineering Components Limited has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary in the name of Meeta Castings Limited on 16.03.2022, which is a step down subsidiary of the company.
Except as above said, no company has become or ceased to be associates or subsidiary or joint ventures during the year under purview.
13. STATEMENTS OF PARTICULARS OF CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo during the reporting period is attached herewith as Annexure-D.
14. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Information on transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Form AOC-2 and forms part of this report as Annexure- E.
15. ANNUAL RETURN
The copy of Annual Return as at 31st March, 2023, is available on the companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/annual-report.html.
16. SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
As required under section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under, the Company has appointed Mr. Sushil K Sikka, Prop. S K Sikka & Associates, Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the Financial Year 2022-23.The Secretarial Audit Report forms part of the Annual Report.
The Copy of Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2022-23 issued by Mr. Sushil K Sikka, Company Secretary in Practice has been attached and marked as Annexure - F. The Secretarial Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2023 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
The Secretarial Audit Report of Pritika Engineering Components Ltd., the subsidiary of the company has been attached and marked as Annexure-G.
17. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS REPORT
The details forming part of Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith to the Board Report as Annexure H.
18. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANYâS OPERATIONS IN FUTURE
During the year under review, there is no significant and material order passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Companyâs operations.
However, in the matter of Scheme of Arrangement and application under sections 230 to 232 read with
Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamation) Rules, 2016 , made by the company, the Honâble National Company Law Tribunal , Bench Chandigarh vide its order dated 29th June, 2022 as rectified vide order dated 8th July, 2022 , has directed to hold the meetings of the Shareholders, Secured Creditors and Unsecured Creditors of the company on 10th September, 2022 through Video Conferencing (VC)/ Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM). The Scheme has been approved by requisite majority by the Shareholders, Secured Creditors and Unsecured Creditors of the company. The hearing in the matter has been completed and the order has been reserved by the Honâble NCLT, Bench Chandigarh.
19. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Details of loan, guarantee and investment covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Act read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 are given in the Notes to the financial statements.
20. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The Annual Report on CSR initiatives taken during the year is enclosed at Annexure I. The company has also developed a policy on Corporate Social Responsibility which can be viewed at the companyâs website at http://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/csr-policv-mav19.pdf.
21. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board met seven times during the year, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
22. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH THIS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurred between the end of the financial year to which this financial statements relate till the date of this report.
23. CORPORATE ACTIONS DURING THE YEAR 2022-23
During the year, the company on preferential allotment basis, allotted 1,60,00,000 fully convertible warrants to public (non-promoter) category at an issue price of Rs. 19.00 per warrant carrying right exercisable by warrant holders to subscribe to one equity share of face value of Rs. 2.00 each per warrant. The warrants are under lock in up to 15/3/2024.
There was no Corporate action done by the Company during the Financial year 2022-23.
24. COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES
The Company has complied with the SEBI (LODR) Regulations along with the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to the Composition of the Committees as required therein and the details of which is given under Corporate Governance Report annexed to this Report.
25. BOARD EVALUATION
The Board of Directors have carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, its various committees and individual directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed under Regulation 17(10), 25(4) and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations. The manner of evaluation is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
26. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL Re-Appointment of Director
Mr. Ajay Kumar (DIN: 02929113) retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting, and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment.
Independent Directors on your Companyâs Board have submitted declarations of independence to the effect that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations. In the opinion of the Board our Independent Directors possesses requisite qualification, experience and hold high standards of integrity for the purpose of Rule 8(5)(iii a) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
Change in Composition of Board
During the Financial Year 2022-23 there were following change in the composition of Board of Directors:
Mr. Yudhisthir Lal Madan was reappointed as an Independent Director for the second term of three years w.e.f. August 1, 2022.
During the Current year Mr. Subramaniyam Bala, Independent Director has resigned from the Board of Directors due to his pre-occupation and other personal commitments. The Board has appointed Mr. Aman Tandon as an Additional Director in the category of Independent Director w.e.f. 08/11/2023 for a period of three years subject to the approval of the members in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
During the Financial Year under review there was no change in the Key Managerial Personnel.
27. DIRECTOR''S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors Responsibilities Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
a. In the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2023 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 were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year under review.
c. The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
d. The Directors had prepared the accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2023 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.
As per requirement of the Regulation 148 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 as amended from time to time, M/s. Khushwinder Kumar & Co., Cost Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 100123) was appointed as Cost Auditor to audit the Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2022-23.
On the recommendation of Audit Committee, the Board has reappointed M/s. Khushwinder Kumar & Co., Cost Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 100123) as Cost Auditor to audit the Cost Accounts of the company for the Financial Year 2023-24.
As required under the Act, a resolution seeking membersâ approval for remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor, forms part of the notice convening the Annual General Meeting for their ratification.
29. INTERNAL AUDITORS
The Board has appointed M/s A. K. Sood & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Chandigarh as Internal Auditors of the Company for financial year 2023-24.
30. COST RECORDS
As specified by the Central government under sub section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, the company has been maintaining cost records.
31. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS & RISK MANAGEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 177(4) & Section 134(3)(n) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has developed Internal Finance Control Policy to identify and mitigate risks. The provisions of Regulation 21 of SEBI Listing Regulations 2015 pertaining to Risk Management Committee are not applicable to the company.
32. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY AND VIGIL MECHANISM
To create enduring value for all stakeholders and ensure the highest level of honesty, integrity and ethical behavior in all its operations, the Company has formulated Vigil Mechanism Policy. This policy aspires to encourage all employees to report suspected or actual occurrence of illegal, unethical or inappropriate events (behaviors or practices) that affect Companyâs interest/image.
33. DISCLOSURE AS PER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The company has complied with the provisions of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The details pertaining to complaints are mentioned in the Corporate Governance Report placed at Annexure B.
34. During the year under review no application was made and no proceeding was pending against the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016) .
35. The accounts of the company with banks and financial institutions are regular. As such, there was no
One Time Settlement with any bank or Financial Institution.
36. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards in the Financial Year 2022-2023.
37. ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Company is well equipped with adequate internal financial controls. The Company has a continuous monitoring mechanism which enables the organization to maintain the same standards of the control systems and help them in managing defaults, if any, on timely basis because of strong reporting mechanisms followed by the Company.
38. CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board has laid down a Code of Conduct (âCodeâ) for Board Members, Managerial Personnel and for Senior Management Employees of the Company. This Code has been posted on the Company''s website at https://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/codes-policies.html. All the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with this code. The Board has also laid down a Code of Conduct for Independent Directors pursuant to Section 149(8) and Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 via terms and conditions for appointment of Independent Directors, which is a guide to professional conduct for Independent Directors and has been uploaded on the website of the Company.
39. NON-DISQUALIFICATION OF DIRECTORS
All the directors of the Company are non-disqualified and certificate for the same from the Practicing Company Secretary is annexed with the report.
40. POLICY FOR PRESERVATION OF DOCUMENTS
Pursuant to the Regulation 9 of SEBI (LODR), 2015 the Company has maintained the policy of preservation of documents to keep the documents preserve as per Regulation 9(a) & 9(b) of SEBI (LODR), 2015 and the same has been uploaded on the website of the Company on https://www.pritikaautoindustries.com/archival-policy.pdf
41. REGISTRAR AND SHARE TRANSFER AGENT INFORMATION
Satellite Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.
Regd. Office: A 106 & 107, Dattani Plaza, East West Compound,
Andheri Kurla Road, Safed Pool Sakinaka, Mumbai - 400072.
Tel : 022-28520461, 022-28520462
Email Id: [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.satellitecorporate.com
42. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Your Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation to all the Employees for their contribution and thanks to our valued clients, Bankers and shareholders for their continued support.
Mar 31, 2018
DIRECTORS REPORT
Dear Shareholders,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their 38th Annual Report on the business and operations together with the Audited Statement of Accounts of the Company for the year ended 3T'' March, 2018.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS;
The Financial results are briefly indicated below:
__ (In Lakhs)_
|
Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
|
2017-18 |
2017-18 |
|
|
Net Turnover |
127.88 |
17065.69 |
|
Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Tax (PB1DT) |
84.15 |
2536.31 |
|
Less: Depreciation |
0.17 |
568.04 |
|
Profit before Interest and Tax (PBIT) |
83.98 |
1968.27 |
|
Interest |
0.11 |
559.39 |
|
Profit before Tax Expenses |
83.87 |
1408.88 |
|
Tax Expenses |
23.14 |
302.39 |
|
Profit after Tax |
60.73 |
1106.49 |
2. REVIEW OF OPERATIONS:
The Company has made profit of Rs. 60.73 Lakhs during the financial year. The Consolidated figures reflect a profit after tax Rs. 1106.49 Lakhs for the Financial year ended 31.03.2018 as against Rs. 424.08 lakhs during the previous year. It shows a significant rise of 160.91% in the revenue generated by the Company as compared to the previous Financial Year. The year has proved to be very productive and significant for the Company as the Company has achieved much higher than expected targets and has witnessed remarkable growth in terms of production and revenue generation. The overall grow th of the Company is expected to increase at a rapid pace in the near future as the Company is endeavoring and expanding its business on a larger scale.
3. AMALGAMATION OF SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES:
A Joint Petition under Sections 230 to 232 read with Section 52, 66 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamation) Rules, 2016 has been filed before the Honâble National Company Law Tribunal, Chandigarh Bench at Chandigarh for Amalgamation of Pritika Autocast Limited (âthe First Transferor Companyâ) and Nibber Castings Private Limited (the Second Transferor Company) WITH Pritika Auto Industries Limited (âthe Transferee Companyâ). The Scheme of Amalgamation has been approved by the Secured and Unsecured Creditors of the transferor companies in their meeting convened by the NCLT. The consent of the shareholders of the transferor companies has also been obtained. The members of the company have also approved the Scheme of Amalgamation in their meeting convened by NCLT. The matter is pending before the NCLT for hearing.
4. DIVIDEND:
Based on the Companyâs performance, the Directors are pleased to recommend for approval of the members a final dividend of 20 paise per share for FY18. The final dividend on equity shares, if approved by the members, would involve a cash outflow of 42.34 Lakhs, including dividend distribution tax resulting in a payout of 69.72% of the unconsolidated profits of the Company.
5. AUDITORS & AUDITORS REPORT:
M/s. Koshal & Associates., Chartered Accountants, the statutory auditors of the company who were appointed as Statutory Auditors in the 36th Annual General Meeting of the company for a period of Five years, have shown their unwillingness to continue as Statutory Auditors of the company and have resigned from the position of statutory auditors of the company w.e.f. the conclusion of this Annual General Meeting. The Board of Directors, have recommended appointment of M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants, as Statutory Auditors of the company for a period of 5 years, commencing from die conclusion of this 38th AGM till the conclusion of the 43rd AGM. M/s. Sunil Kumar Gupta & Co., Chartered Accountants, have consented to the said appointment and confirmed that their appointment, if made, would be within the limits specified under Section 141(3)(g) of the Act. They have further confirmed that they are not disqualified to be appointed as statutory auditors in terms of the provisions of the proviso to Section 139(1), Section 141(2) and Section 141(3) of the Act and the provisions of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014.
The Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2018 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. Further, in terms of section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit & Auditors) Rules, 2014, as amended, no fraud has been reported by the Auditors of the Company where they have reasons to believe that an offence involving fraud is being or has been committed against the company by officers or employees of the company.
6. DEPOSITS:
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
7. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
Disclosure pertaining to the remuneration and other details as required under the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and any amendments thereof, is attached as Annexure A.
8. POLICY ON DIRECTORSâ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION:
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, adopted a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and their remuneration.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee identifies and ascertains the integrity, qualification, expertise and experience of the person for appointment as Director and ensures that the candidate identified possesses adequate qualification, expertise and experience for the appointment as a Director.
-The Nomination & Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate proposed for appointment as Director is compliant with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
-The candidateâs appointment as recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee requires the approval of the Board.
-In case of appointment of Independent Directors, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee satisfies itself with regard to the independent nature of the Directors vis- a-vis the Company so as to enable the Board to discharge its function and duties effectively.
-The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ensures that the candidate identified for appointment as a Director is not disqualified for appointment under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.
9. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
Report on Corporate Governance and Certificate of the Auditors of your Company regarding compliance of the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Schedule V read with Regulation 34(3), of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, are provided in a separate section and forms part of this Report as Annexure B.
10. SUBSIDIARIES:
Your Company in Previous year 2016-17 has acquired two Companies namely Pritika Autocast Limited and Nibber Castings Private Limited by way of purchasing 100% of their Equity shares and making them wholly own subsidiaries.
The Company has formed a wholly owned subsidiary in the name of "Pritika Engineering Components Pvt. Limited", in February, 2018 which has acquired the assets (Land, Building & Machinery) of unit No: 2 of Amrit Duraparts Pvt. Ltd located at Village Simbli on Phagwara - Hoshiarpur Road, Punjab. The newly acquired foundry has a capacity of 12,000 tons per annum. With this acquisition, the total installed capacity of the Company has increased to 50,000 tons per annum in Financial Year 2018, enabling the Company to achieve its vision of Financial Year 2020 well ahead of time.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a report on the performance and financial position of each of the subsidiaries is attached as Annexure C to this Report.
11. STATEMENTS OF PARTICULARS UNDER COMPANIES (DISCLOSURE OF PARTICULARS IN THE REPORT OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS)
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988, regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo during the reporting period is attached herewith and marked as Annexure-D.
12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS:
Information on transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Annexure in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this report. ANNEXURE- E.
13. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:
The details forming part of the extract of the Annual Return in form MGT-9 is annexed herewith as Annexure to the Board Report. ANNEXURE F.
14. SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT:
As required under section 204 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under the Company has appointed Mr. Jaymin Modi, Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the financial Year 2017-18.The Secretarial Audit Report forms part of the Annual report as Annexure to the Board''s Report.
The Copy of Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2017-18 issued by Mr. Jaymin Modi, Company Secretary in Practice has been attached and marked as Annexure - G. The Secretarial Auditorsâ Report for the fiscal 2018 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
15. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS REPORT:
The details forming part of Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith as Annexure to the Board Report. Annexure H.
16. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANYâS OPERATIONS IN FUTURE
There is no significant and material order passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going concern status and Companyâs operations.
17. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS:
Details of loan, guarantee and investment covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Act read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 are given in the Notes to the financial statements.
18. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR):
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act relating to Corporate Social Responsibility are not applicable as the Company is having Net worth less than rupees Five Hundred Crore, Turnover less than rupees One Thousand Crore and Net Profit less than rupees Five Crore.
19. MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
The Board met 10 times during the year, the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
20. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE
COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH THIS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT:
No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurred between the end of the financial year to which this financial statements relate on the date of this report.
21. CORPORATE ACTIONS DURING THE YEAR 2017-18
During the Financial Year 2017-18, the Company made several Corporate Actions the details of which are as below:
EXTRA-ORDINARY GENERAL MEETING
The Company conducted Extra-Ordinary General Meeting on 08th December, 2017 in order to seek the approval of the Shareholders for the following matters:
- Increase in Authorized Share Capital of The Company
- After receiving the assent from the Shareholders, the Company increased its Authorized Capital from Rs. 15.00.00.000/- (Rupees Fifteen Crores only) divided into 1,50,00,000 (One Crore Fifty Lakhs) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten) each to Rs. 20,00,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty Crores only) divided into 2,00,00,000 (Two Crore) Equity Shares of Rs.10/- (Rupees Ten) each."
- Alteration of Memorandum of Association of The Company.
- After receiving the assent from the Shareholders, the Company altered the then existing Clause V of the Memorandum of Association reflecting the Authorised Share Capital of the Company to Rs.
20.00.00.000/- (Rupees Twenty Crores only) divided into 2,00,00,000 (Two Crore) Equity Shares of Rs.10/- (Rupees Ten) each.
- Issue of Equity Shares on Preferential Basis.
- The Company came out with another Preferential Issue in the Financial Year 2017-18. The details of which are as under:
a. Issued 3,50,000 (Three Lakhs Fifty Thousand ) fully paid-up Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each at a premium of Rs. 64.10/-of the Company, to the Promoters namely Pritika Industries Limited for cash.
b. Issued 3,25,000 (Three Lacs Twenty Five Thousand) fully paid-up Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each at a premium of Rs. 64.10/- of the Company, to the Promoters namely Mr. Harpreet Singh Nibber (2,15,000 Equity Shares) and Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber ( 1,10,000 Equity shares) by way of Preferential allotment basis, on conversion of outstanding Unsecured Loan into Equity shares (i.e. in lieu of conversion of Loan into Equity shares).
c. Issued 3,34,25,00 fully paid-up Equity Shares of Rs.10/- each at a premium of Rs. 64.10/-of the Company, to Public (NRIs and Indian Inhabitants) for cash.
22. COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES:
The Company has complied with the SEBI (LODR) Regulations along with the Companies Act, 2013 with respect to the Composition of the Committees as required therein and the details of which is given under Corporate Governance Report annexed to this Report.
23. BOARD EVALUATION:
The Board of Directors have carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, its various committees and individual directors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed under Regulation 17(10), 25(4) and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations. The manner of evaluation is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
24. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
A RE-APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR:
Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber (DIN: 00239117) retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting, and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment.
B. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:
Independent Directors on your Companyâs Board have submitted declarations of independence to the effect that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations.
C. CHANGE IN COMPOSTION OF BOARD:
During the Financial Year 2017-18, there was re-composition of the Board the details of which are as under:
1. CESSATION:
- Mr. Chetan Shinde (Managing Director) - w.ef30.05.2018
- Mr. Harish Agrawal (Executive Director) - w.e.f30.05.2018
- Mr. Bhushan Adhatrao (Independent Director) - w.e.f30.05.2018
- Mr. Krishan Agrawal (Independent Director) - w.e.f30.05.2018
- Mrs. Sapna Khandelwal (Independent Director) - w.ef28.01.2018
2. APPOINTMENT:
- Mr. Harpreet Singh Nibber (Managing Director) - w.e.f30.05.2018
- Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber (Chairman - Non-executive Director) - w.e.f30.05.2018
- Mr. Neeraj Bajaj (Independent Director) - w. ef30.05.2018
- Mr. Ajay Kumar (Executive Director) - w. e.f01.08.2018
- Mr. Yudhisthir Lal Madan (Independent Director) - w. ef01.08.2018
* Mrs. Neha was appointed as an Additional Director w.e.f. 24.04.2018
D. KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
The following persons have been designated as Key Managerial Personnel of the Company pursuant to Section 2(51) and Section 203 of the Act, read with the Rules framed there under.
i. Mr. Harpreet Singh Nibber -Managing Director
ii. Mr. Vedant Bhatt - Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
iii. Mr. Ramesh Chander Saini - Chief Financial Officer (appointed w.ef 30.08.2018)
25. DIRECTOR''S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors Responsibilities Statement, it is hereby confirmed:
a) That in the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2018 the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures.
b) That the Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year review.
c) That the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities and,
d) The Directors had prepared the accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2018 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.
26. INTERNAL AUDITORS:
The Company has re-appointed M/s. Chetal Vikesh & Associates, Chartered Accountants, as Internal Auditor of the Company for financial year 2018-19.
27. COST RECORDS:
The company is not required to maintain Cost Records as specified by the Central government under sub section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013.
28. IMPLEMENTATION OF RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Board of Directors has developed and implemented an adequate Risk Management Policy, which lays down the procedure to identify, monitor and mitigate the key elements of risk that threaten the existence of the Company. The risk assessment is not limited to threat analysis, but also identifies potential opportunities.
29. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY AND VIGIL MECHANISM:
To create enduring value for all stakeholders and ensure the highest level of honesty, integrity and ethical behavior in all its operations, the Company has formulated Vigil Mechanism Policy. This policy aspires to encourage all employees to report suspected or actual occurrence of illegal, unethical or inappropriate events (behaviors or practices) that affect Companyâs interest/image.
30. DISCLOSURE AS PER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013.
Your Company strongly believes in providing a safe and harassment-free workplace for each and every individual working for the Company through various interventions and practices. It is the continuous endeavor of the Management of the Company to provide an environment to all its employees that is free from discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. There is no woman employee in the company. However the company has complied with the provisions of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of women at workplace (prevention, prohibition and redressal) Act,2013.
During the year ended 31st March, 2018, no complaint pertaining to sexual harassment was received by the Company.
31. CHANGE IN REGISTRAR & SHARE TRANSFER AGENT:
During the year 2017-18 the Company changed its Registrar & Share Transfer Agent from M/s Adroit Corporate Services Pvt.Ltd. situated at 17-20, Jafferbhoy Ind. Estate,1st Floor, Makhwana Road, Marol Naka, Andheri (E), Mumbai 400059, India to M/s Satellite Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd. Situated at Unit No. 49, Bldg. No. 13-A-B, 2nd Floor Samhita Commercial Co-Op. Soc. Ltd. Off. Andheri Kurla Lane, MTNL Lane Sakinaka, Mumbai -400072.
The shareholders of the Company are requested to take the note of the same and contact at the above mentioned new RTA address. The contact details of our new RTA is as under:
Tel : 022-28520461, 022-28520462 Fax No.: 022-28511809 Email: [email protected],[email protected],
Website: www.satellitecorporate.com
32. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Your Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation to all the Employees for their contribution and thanks to our valued clients, Bankers and shareholders for their continued support.
By Order of the Board
For Pritika Auto Industries Limited
Sd/-
Mr. Raminder Singh Nibber
Chairman
Date: 11.08.2018
Place: Mohali
Mar 31, 2016
DIRECTORS'' REPORT
Dear Shareholders,
The Directors have pleasure in presenting their 36th Annual Report on the business and operations together with the Audited Statement of Accounts of the Company for the year ended 31st March, 2016.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS:
The Financial results are briefly indicated below:
|
Particulars |
Financial Year |
Financial Year |
|
2015-16 |
2014-15 |
|
|
Total Income |
59,74,832 |
47,69,142 |
|
Total Expenditure |
50,90,234 |
36,70,905 |
|
Profit/(Loss) before Taxation |
8,84,598 |
10,98,238 |
|
Profit/ (Loss) after Taxation |
6,10,674 |
5,60,559 |
2. REVIEW OF OPERATION:
The Company has made profit of Rs. 6,10,674/- during the financial year. Your Director expects to achieve better performance in the future taking maximum efforts to control the costs and optimize the results in the coming years.
3. DIVIDEND:
With a view to utilize the profit for future expansion, your Directors are of the opinion not to distribute the profit as dividend amongst the members of the Company.
4. DEPOSITS:
The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
5. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
Disclosure required under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 as amended up to date is not applicable since your Company has no such employees.
6. PARTICULARS OF LOANS. GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS:
The Company has given loans covered under the provisions of section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 and in line with the approval taken from the shareholders in the previous AGM. The details of the Loans given is mentioned under the schedules annexed to Balance Sheet
7. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR):
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act relating to Corporate Social Responsibility are not applicable as the Company is having Net worth less than rupees Five Hundred Crore, Turnover less than rupees One Thousand Crore and Net Profit less than rupees Five Crore.
8. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS :
There are no materially significant related party transactions made by the Company with Promoters, Key Managerial Personnel or other designated persons which may have potential conflict with interest of the Company at large. Information on transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) of the Act read with rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are given in Annexure in Form AOC-2 and the same forms part of this report. ANNEXURE B
9 NUMBER OF MEETINGS:
The Board has met Four times during the financial year, the details of which are as under: 30th May 2015, 14th August 2015, 09th November 2015, 12th February 2016.
The intervening gap between any two meetings was within the period prescribed by the Companies Act, 2013.
10 COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES:
During the F.Y 2015-16, Four Audit Committee Meetings, Four Stakeholder Grievance Committee Meetings, and One Nomination And Remuneration Committee Meeting were held and the Composition as on 31.03.2016 is as below:
|
AM |
(DIT COMMITTEE |
|
Mr .Bhushan Adhatrao |
Chairman & Independent Director |
|
Mr. Krishan Agrawal |
Member & Independent Director |
|
Mrs. Sapna Khandelwal |
Member & Independent Director |
|
STAKEHOLDER GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE |
|
|
Mr .Bhushan Adhatrao |
Chairman & Independent Director |
|
Mr. Krishan Agrawal |
Member & Independent Director |
|
Mrs. Sapna Khandelwal |
Member & Independent Director |
|
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE |
|
|
Mrs. Sapna Khandelwal |
Chairman & Independent Director |
|
Mr. Krishan Agrawal |
Member & Independent Director |
|
Mr .Bhushan Adhatrao |
Member & Independent Director |
11. BOARD EVALUATION:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 the Board has carried out an evaluation of its own performance, the Directors individually as well as the evaluation of the working of its Audit, Nomination & Remuneration, and Stakeholder''s Relationship Committees.
12. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
A. RE-APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR:
Mr. Harish Agrawal who retires by rotation being eligible offers himself for re-appointment at the ensuing Annual General meeting.
B. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:
The Company has received declaration from all the Independent Directors of the Company confirming that they meet with criteria of Independence as prescribed under sub-section (6) of section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 and under clause 49 of the Listing Agreements with the Stock Exchanges. None of the Directors of your Company is disqualified under Section 162 (2) of the Companies Act, 2013.As required by law, this position is also reflected in the Auditors'' Report.
C. CESSATION OF DIRECTOR:
During the F.Y. 2015-16, Mr. Radheshyam Agrawal resigned from the post of Independent Director on the Board of Directors of the Company w.e.f. 01.02.2016. The Board placed on record its appreciation for the assistance and guidance provided by Radheshyam Agrawal during his tenure as an Independent Director of the Company.
D. KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
The following persons have been designated as Key Managerial Personnel of the Company pursuant to Section 2(51) and Section 203 of the Act, read with the Rules framed there under.
(i) Mr. Chetan Shinde - Managing Director
(ii) Mr. Vedant Bhatt - Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
(iii) Mr. Harish Agrawal - Chief Financial Officer (appointed w.e.f 13.08.2016)
13. SUBSIDIARIES:
Since the Company has no subsidiaries, provision of Section 129 (3) of the Companies Act, 2013 is not applicable.
14. DIRECTOR''S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, with respect to Directors Responsibilities Statement, it is hereby confirmed:
a) that in the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2016 the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures.
b) that the Directors has selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year review.
c) that the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting
records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities, and,
d) The Directors had prepared the accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2016 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.
15.AUDITORS & AUDITORS REPORT:
The Board put forward the appointment of M/s. Koshal & Associates, Chartered Accountants, as Statutory Auditors of the Company to fill the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of M/s Arpan Chudgar & Associates, Chartered Accountants who has also given their consent to act as a Statutory Auditor for the year 2016-17.
Necessary Resolution of their Appointment has been proposed in the Notice of Annual General Meeting for the consideration of the Members of the Company.
16. INTERNAL AUDITORS :
The Company has re-appointed Mr. Ashvin Thumar, Chartered Accountants, and Mumbai, as internal auditor of the Company for financial year 2016-17.
17. STATEMENTS OF PARTICULARS UNDER COMPANIES (DISCLOSURE OF PARTICULARS IN THE REPORT OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS) RULES. 1988:
Information in accordance with the provisions of Section 134 (3)(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of Directors) Rules, 1988, regarding Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo during the reporting period is attached herewith and marked as Annexure - A.
18. SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT:
As required under section 204 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under the Company has appointed Mr. Rajvirendra Singh Rajpurohit, Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the financial Year 2015-16. The Secretarial Audit Report forms part of the Annual report as Annexure to the Board''s Report. This report contains a qualification as mentioned below:
"The Company has not published notice of meeting of Board of Directors and its quarterly results in newspapers as required under Regulation 47 (a) and (b) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 for the June''15 and September''15 Quarter during the period under review.
The Company has been properly complying with the above provisions since it has got listed on BSE Ltd.
The Copy of Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2015-16 issued by Mr. Rajvirendra Singh Rajpurohit, Company Secretary in Practice has been attached with this mail and marked as Annexure - C.
20. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN:
The details forming part of the extract of the Annual Return in form MGT-9 is annexed herewith as Annexure to the Board Report. ANNEXURE B
21. IMPLEMENTATION OF RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Company has formulated a policy and process for risk Management. The Company has set up a core group of leadership team, which identifies, assesses the risks and the trends, exposure and potential impact analysis at different level and lays down the procedure for minimization of risks. Risk Management forms an integral part of Management policy and is an ongoing process integrated with the operations.
Company has identified various strategic, operational and financial risks which may impact Company adversely. However management believes that the mitigation plans for identified risks are in place and may not threaten the existence of the Company.
22. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY AND VIGIL MECHANISM:
Your Company recognizes the value of transparency and accountability in its administrative and management practices. The Company promotes the ethical behavior in all its business activities. The Company has adopted the Whistle blower Policy and Vigil Mechanism in view to provide a mechanism for the Directors and employees of the Company to approach Audit Committee of the Company to report existing/probable violations of laws, rules, regulations or unethical conduct.
23. STOCK EXCHANGES:
The Company''s shares are listed on the following Stock Exchanges:
(I) Calcutta Stock Exchange (ii) Bombay Stock Exchange Limited (BSE Ltd.)
The shares of the Company i.e.46,92,500 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- got listed on Bombay Stock Exchange Limited (BSE Ltd) through Direct Listing route and got the Trading Approval from BSE Ltd with effect from 29th September, 2015.
24. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
As per Regulation 15(2) of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosures requirement) Regulation, 2015, report on Corporate Governance is not applicable as the Company is not falling within the prescribed ambit as mentioned there in since the paid up Share Capital of the Company is Rs. 4,69,25,000/- (Four Crore Sixty Nine Lakhs, Twenty Five Thousand Only) and Net worth is 4,63,91,193/-(Four Crore Sixty Three Lakhs Ninety One Thousand One Hundred Ninety Three Only).
25. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS REPORT:
The details forming part of Management Discussion and Analysis Report is annexed herewith as Annexure to the Board Report. ANNEXURE D.
26. DEMATERILISATION OF SHARES
The Company has connectivity with NSDL & CDSL for dematerialization of its equity shares. The ISIN No. INE583R01011 has been allotted for the Company. 84.63% of the Company''s Paid-up Share Capital is in dematerialized form as on 31st March, 2016 and balance 15.37% is in physical form.
Further the Company does not have any Equity shares lying in the Suspense Account.
27. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
Your Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation to all the Employees for their contribution and thanks to our valued clients, Bankers and shareholders for their continued support
By Order of the Board
For Shivkrupa Machineries And Engineering Services Limited
Registered Office:
Old Motor Stand, Sd/-
Itwari, Mr. Chetan Shinde
Nagpur - 440008 Managing Director
CIN: L45208MH1980PLC022506 Din : 06996605
Date: 13.08.2016
Place: Mumbai
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