The Board of Directors (“Board”) take pleasure in presenting this 19th (nineteenth) Annual Report of EmbassyDevelopments Limited (formerly Equinox India Developments Limited and earlier Indiabulls Real Estate Limited) (the“Company” or “EDL”), together with the audited financial statements (consolidated and standalone) of the Companyfor the financial year ended March 31, 2025.
The summary of the audited financial statements of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, are as under:
Particulars
Consolidated
Standalone
FY 2024-25
FY 2023-24
Total income
25,469.72
12,175.35
21,967.86
10,877.34
Total expenses
24,768.93
17,381.46
21,024.79
14740.71
Profit before Depreciation / Amortisation
700.79
(5206.11)
943.07
(3863.37)
Less: Depreciation / Amortisation
147.60
65.65
139.93
65.52
Profit before tax & exceptional items
553.19
(5271.76)
803.14
(3928.89)
Exceptional items, net gain
(280.00)
-
Profit/ (loss) before tax
273.19
523.14
Less: Tax Expense
(1756.13)
(421.18)
(2118.64)
(510.16)
Profit/ (loss) after tax before share of net profit/ (loss) ofassociate/ joint venture
2029.32
(4850.58)
2641.78
(3418.73)
Share of Net Profit/ (loss) in associate/ joint ventures
(92.98)
(323.37)
Profit/ (loss) after share of net profit/ (loss) of associate/joint venture
1936.34
(5173.95)
Other Comprehensive Income, net of Income Tax
175.35
4,230.62
(1,664.73)
0.08
Total comprehensive income/ (loss) for the year
2,111.69
(943.33)
977.05
(3,418.65)
Note: In terms of the Indian Accounting Standards (‘Ind-AS’) the amalgamation of NAM Estates Private Limited("Amalgamating Company 1” or "NAM Estates”) with theCompany, is considered as reverse merger for financialreporting purpose. Hence, NAM Estates is considered asaccounting acquirer / legal acquiree and the Companyis considered as accounting acquiree / legal acquirer.In terms of the accounting treatment, the financialstatements for the financial year ended March 31, 2025comprises of the following:
- Operations of NAM Estates for the pre-merger period,i.e., from April 1, 2024 till January 23, 2025; and
- Operations of Embassy Developments Limited (asa merged entity including NAM Estates) for theperiod starting from January 24, 2025, i.e. dateof effectiveness of scheme of amalgamation tillMarch 31, 2025.
In accordance with the applicable provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013, and considering the financialperformance and operational requirements of theCompany, no amount has been transferred to the GeneralReserve during the financial year 2024-25.
The Board is pleased to report that, during the financialyear 2024-25, after a prolonged wait and inordinate delay,the Hon'ble National Company Law Appellate Tribunal,New Delhi Bench, by its order dated January 7, 2025,approved the Scheme of Amalgamation ("Scheme”),providing for the merger of NAM Estates Private Limited("NAM Estates”) (an Embassy Group entity) into theCompany under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act,2013, and the Companies (Compromises, Arrangementsand Amalgamations) Rules, 2016 ("Merger”).
The Merger became effective on January 24, 2025,upon which NAM Estates stood transferred and mergedwith the Company, resulting in an enhanced scale ofoperations, a stronger balance sheet, and the abilityto leverage synergies across revenue generation andoperational efficiencies. As consideration of Merger, theCompany issued and allotted 60,91,05,999 fully paidequity shares of face value H2/- each of the Company tothe shareholders of NAM Estates, as on the record date,in the manner as mentioned in the Scheme.
With the successful implementation of the Merger, theCompany embarks on a new chapter of growth and
transformation under the leadership of its new Promotersand Promoter Group, led by Mr. Jitendra Virwani, Chairmanof Embassy Group, and Mr. Aditya Virwani, alongsideaffiliated individuals and entities (as listed in the tablebelow) which collectively hold an aggregate of 42.66%controlling stake, reaffirming long-term commitment andstrategic alignment:
Sl. No.
Name
Category
1.
Mr. Jitendra Virwani
Promoter
2.
Mr. Aditya Virwani
3.
JV Holding Private Limited
4.
Mr. Karan Virwani
Promoter Group
5.
Mr. Neel Virwani
6.
Embassy PropertyDevelopments Private Limited
7.
OMR Investments LLP
8.
Bellanza Developers PrivateLimited
The Company is now positioned as the flagshipdevelopment arm of the Embassy Group, backed bya highly experienced Board and management teamfocused on driving sustainable growth and long-termvalue creation.
Promoter Highlights:
• Mr. Jitendra Virwani - Visionary Promoter and drivingforce behind the Group, known for exceptionalexecution and leadership in the real estate sector
• Over 30 Years of Real Estate Excellence
• 75 Million Sq. Ft. of space delivered and managedacross asset classes
• Pan-India Presence across 22 cities, spanningcommercial, residential, industrial, andhospitality segments
• Pioneered India’s First Publicly Listed REIT, settingindustry benchmarks
• Strong partnerships with leading private equityfirms and global institutional investors
• Promoters hold an aggregate of 42.66% controllingstake in the Company, ensuring long-termcommitment and strategic alignment
• Strategic market presence: Targeting high growthmarkets (Bengaluru, MMR, NCR, Chennai)
• Dual Headquarters & Talent Strength: Strategicallyco-headquartered at Mumbai & Bengaluru with astrong talent base of 720 employees
• Robust Development Pipeline: Projects with a GrossDevelopment Value (GDV) estimating H49.2k croresand fully paid developable land banks of over 3,100acres, ensuring long-term development pipeline
• Strong launch and sales momentum: New projectlaunches with GDV exceeding H22,000 Cr for FY2026and Pre-sales target of H5,000 Cr for FY2026, a 1.5xincrease over FY2025
• Cash Flow Momentum: Collection target exceedingH 2,200 crore for FY2026, reflecting strong executionand monetisation capability
The Company is now one of India’s leading real estatedevelopers, specializing in the construction anddevelopment of residential, commercial, and SpecialEconomic Zone (SEZ) projects across Indian cities. Witha strategic focus on Bengaluru, the Mumbai MetropolitanRegion (MMR), and the National Capital Region (NCR),the Company also has a presence in Chennai, Jodhpur,Vadodara, Vizag, and Indore. The Company boasts adiversified residential portfolio, offering a well-balancedmix of high-value and high-volume developments acrossmid-income, premium, and luxury segments. Its portfolioof ready, ongoing, and future residential developmentsincludes branded residences, uber-luxury apartments andvillas, exclusive town homes, condominiums, integratedtownships, senior living communities, and contemporaryhomes. Committed to building a resilient ecosystem,the Company actively fosters social, economic, andenvironmental progress in the communities it serves.
The Company is listed on BSE Limited (BSE) and theNational Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and holdsa long-term debt rating of IVR A- Stable from Infomerics.
As part of a strategic rebranding initiative in early FY 2025and to clearly distinguish its identity from the IndiabullsGroup and the erstwhile management, the Companychanged its name from "Indiabulls Real Estate Limited”to "Equinox India Developments Limited”, pursuant tothe issuance of a fresh Certificate of Incorporation by theRegistrar of Companies, with effect from June 20, 2024.Subsequently, the equity shares of the Company begantrading on the stock exchanges under the new symbol"EMBDL”, effective July 08, 2024, replacing the earliersymbol "IBREALEST.”
Subsequent to consummation of the Merger andpursuant to the approved Scheme, the Company wasrenamed as "Embassy Developments Limited”, pursuantto the issuance of a fresh Certificate of Incorporation bythe Registrar of Companies, with effect from February 13,2025, aligning fully with its integration into the EmbassyGroup and reflecting a renewed strategic direction andbrand positioning in the real estate sector.
The trading symbol "EMBDL” continues to remain in effectand is considered suitably aligned with the Company’s newcorporate identity as Embassy Developments Limited.
In FY 2025, the Company undertook strategic stepsto recapitalize its balance sheet and to fund ongoingprojects, new launches, potential acquisitions, andgeneral corporate purposes. Accordingly, on May 21,2024, in compliance with the Chapter V of the Securitiesand Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, as amended,the shareholder’s resolution dated April 30, 2024 andin-principle approvals from BSE Limited and NationalStock Exchange of India Limited each dated May 9,2024, the Company raised capital through the issuanceand allotment of an aggregate of (a) 9,13,55,606 fully-paid equity shares of face value H2 each of the Company("Equity Shares”), at an issue price H111.51 (including thepremium of H109.51) per Equity Share; and (b) 25,91,19,201unlisted warrants, convertible into equivalent number ofEquity Shares ("Warrants”) at an exercise price of H111.51(including the premium of H109.51) per Warrant, viaprivate placement to certain eligible investors for cashconsideration, aggregating to approx. H3,908.14 crores,out of which, approx. H3,348.38 crores, has been receivedby the Company till the date of this report and balanceH559.77 crore shall be realised upon receipt of 75%balance consideration on outstanding Warrants, as andwhen the remaining holders of the said Warrants exercisetheir right to convert their Warrants into equivalentnumber of Equity Shares, within a period of 18 monthsfrom the date of allotment, i.e. by November 20, 2025.
The Embassy group, which now forms part of thePromoter/ Promoter Group of the Company, and someother prominent investors viz- Baillie Gifford, BlackstoneInc., funds managed by Quant, Poonawalla Finance etc.participated in the above preferential issue.
Detailed disclosure on change in the share capital of theCompany is given under the section ‘SHARE CAPITAL /STOCK OPTIONS’ forming part of this Board’s Report.
In addition to the aforementioned equity capital raise, theCompany, during the financial year under review, also raisedH120 crores through the issuance of 1,200 unlisted non¬convertible debentures (NCDs) of face value H10,00,000/-each. The issuance was undertaken on a private placementbasis to selected group of investors, pursuant to theshareholders’ approval dated September 29, 2023, and inaccordance with the applicable provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013, read with the rules framed thereunder.
As a part of growth strategy and to build a robust pipelineof new launches, the Company, with the approval of itsshareholders at its extra-ordinary general meeting held onApril 30, 2024, acquired certain identified assets in April -May 2024 from Embassy group and third parties and enteredinto an understanding with the Embassy group to provide afirst opportunity in relation to a pipeline of potential assets.
In furtherance and continuation of exploring such furthergrowth opportunities, the Company, with the approval ofthe shareholders of the Company at another extra-ordinarygeneral meeting held on March 25, 2025, acquired furtherassets in current financial year. The move is aligned with theCompany’s long-term vision to enhance its portfolio withpipeline of assets for new launches with geographical focuson key southern market of Bengaluru, which has establisheditself as a formidable force in the real estate market, owingto its well-developed infra & impressive growth potentialand where the Embassy group is one of the market leadersand enjoys customer confidence and operational efficiency.
Key Acquisitions in FY25 and during current FY:
Project
Location
Consideration (J Cr)
Remarks
Embassy Residency
Chennai (OMR)
119.55
(after closing adjustments to theenterprise value of H120.50 Cr)
High-rise project (-1.4 msf)
Embassy Eden
North Bengaluru
465.71
(after closing adjustments to theenterprise value of H465.70 Cr)
Villa development (-0.7 msf)
Embassy East Avenue
Whitefield, Bengaluru
117.28
(after closing adjustments to theenterprise value of H117.10 Cr)
Residential project (-0.5 msf)’
BLU Annex
Mumbai
1,150
47% FSI rights, ultra-luxuryresidential
Sky Forest
Lower Parel, Mumbai
646.71
High-end residential project
Squadron Developers
-456.61
(after closing adjustments to theenterprise value of H455 Cr)
Premium lake-facing project
Plotted Development
North Bengaluru,adjoining existing
104
9.45-acre strategic landparcel**
* Entitlement for 68% of the share in the undivided right, title and interest in Embassy East Avenue under a joint development agreement.
** acquisition is yet to be completed
The above acquisitions were duly approved by the AuditCommittee, the Board of Directors, and the Shareholders ofthe Company, wherever applicable, and were undertakenin alignment with the Company’s growth strategy tobuild a robust pipeline of new launches and strengthenits presence in the key markets of Bengaluru and Mumbai.
In addition, in accordance with the approval of theshareholders of the Company at their extra-ordinarygeneral meeting held on April 30, 2024, the Company hadalso entered into an agreement with Embassy PropertyDevelopments Private Limited (EPDPL), securing aright of first offer/refusal and opportunity to acquireprojects/assets/future developments meeting certainconditions ("Future Assets”) over three years ("FutureAsset Agreement”) and paid an advance of H150 crores,to be utilised/adjusted towards consideration of suchFuture Assets or to be refunded, as per agreement terms("Future Assets Advance”). An aggregate of H50 crores,out of the Future Assets Advance, was adjusted againstthe consideration for acquisition of asset and balanceH100 crores are to be set-off / adjusted /refunded, asper the agreement and approval of the shareholdersof the Company.
In view of the Company’s current business requirementsand strategic objectives, the Board has considered itprudent not to recommend any dividend for the financialyear 2024-25. The Company’s Dividend DistributionPolicy, as required under Regulation 43A of the SEBI(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI LODR Regulations”), isavailable on the Company’s website at: https://www.embassyindia.com/policies/.
Furthermore, during the year under review, no amountswere required to be transferred to the Investor Educationand Protection Fund (IEPF) in accordance with theapplicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
The current Board comprises an optimal blend ofprofessionalism and domain expertise, enabling it touphold the Company’s corporate governance frameworkwhile providing strategic leadership to realise its long¬term vision and mission.
As of March 31, 2025, and as on the date of this report,the Board consists of eight directors: three (representing37.5%) are Executive Directors, and the remaining five(representing 62.5%) are Non-Executive Directors,including the Chairman, who is a Non-IndependentNon-executive Director and four (representing 50%)are Independent Directors, including a WomanIndependent Director.
The current Board of Directors and Key ManagerialPersonnel (KMPs) are as follows:
Role/Designation
Mr. Jitendra Virwani(DIN: 00027674)
Non-Executive
Director
Chairman
Mr. Aditya Virwani(DIN: 06480521)
ExecutiveDirector &KMP
Managing Director
Mr. Sachin Shah
Executive
CEO & Executive
(DIN: 00387166)
Director &KMP
Mr. Rajesh Kaimal
CFO & Executive
(DIN: 03158687)
Mr. K. G.
Independent
Krishnamurthy(DIN: 00012579)
Mr. Shyamm
Mariwala(DIN: 00350235)
Mr. Javed Tapia
(DIN: 00056420)
Ms. Tarana Lalwani
(DIN: 0194 0572)
Woman Director
Mr. VikasKhandelwal
KMP
CompanySecretary andGroup ChiefComplianceOfficer
The composition of the Board is in conformity withRegulation 17 of the SEBI LODR Regulations read withSections 149 and 152 of the Companies Act, 2013. Noneof the directors on the Board of the Company havebeen debarred or disqualified from being appointed orcontinuing as director of companies by the Securitiesand Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Ministry ofCorporate Affairs (MCA) or any such Statutory Authority.A certificate to this effect from an independent firm ofCompany Secretaries in practice forms part of CorporateGovernance Report, an integral part of this Annual Report.
All the present Independent Directors of the Companyare individuals of integrity and possess the requisiteknowledge, expertise, experience, and skills necessaryfor effectively discharging their responsibilities asIndependent Directors. Each of them has registeredwith the Independent Directors’ databank in accordancewith the provisions of the Companies (Appointment andQualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. The Companyhas received declarations from all Independent Directorsconfirming that they meet the criteria of independenceas prescribed under Section 149(6) of the CompaniesAct, 2013, and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI LODRRegulations. They have also affirmed compliancewith the Code for Independent Directors as set out in
Schedule IV of the Act. There has been no change inthe circumstances affecting their status as IndependentDirectors of the Company. Further, in accordance withapplicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, theterms and conditions of their appointment are availablefor inspection by the members at the registered officeof the Company.
Changes in Board and Key Managerial Personnel,during the year
During the financial year 2024-25, the following changesoccurred in the composition of the Board and KeyManagerial Personnel ("KMP”) of the Company:
(a) Mr. K.G. Krishnamurthy (DIN: 00012579) was re¬appointed as an Independent Director for a secondterm of five consecutive years, commencing fromNovember 9, 2024, till November 8, 2029, pursuantto the approval of shareholders at the 18th AnnualGeneral Meeting.
(b) Mr. Jitendra Virwani (DIN: 00027674), Promoter ofthe Company, was appointed as a Non-Executive,Non-Independent Director with effect fromJanuary 25, 2025, liable to retire by rotation. Hewas subsequently designated as the Chairman ofthe Company with effect from February 25, 2025,succeeding Mr. K.G. Krishnamurthy, who steppeddown from the position of Chairman while continuingas an Independent Director on the Board.
(c) Mr. Aditya Virwani (DIN: 06480521) Promoter ofthe Company, was appointed as ‘Managing Director’and KMP of the Company for a term of five (5)consecutive years, with effect from February 25,2025, and is not liable to retire by rotation.
(d) Mr. Sachin Shah (DIN: 00387166), who was previouslyserving as Executive Director and KMP, was re¬designated and appointed as ‘Chief Executive Officer(CEO) & Executive Director’ and KMP of the Companyfor a term of five (5) consecutive years, effectiveFebruary 25, 2025, liable to retire by rotation.
(e) Mr. Rajesh Kaimal (DIN: 03158687) was appointedas ‘Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & ExecutiveDirector’ and KMP of the Company for a term offive (5) consecutive years, effective February 25,2025, liable to retire by rotation. He succeededMr. Manish Kumar Sinha, who resigned from theoffice of CFO on the same date.
(f) Mr. Vikas Khandelwal was appointed as CompanySecretary, Compliance Officer, and KMP of theCompany, with effect from February 25, 2025, andhas been designated as Company Secretary andGroup Chief Compliance Officer. He succeededMr. Chandra Shekher Joshi, who resigned from theposition on the same date.
The appointments of Mr. Jitendra Virwani, Mr. AdityaVirwani, Mr. Sachin Shah, and Mr. Rajesh Kaimal, asabove on the Board, were approved and confirmed bythe shareholders of the Company at the extra-ordinarygeneral meeting held on March 25, 2025.
Further, Mr. Praveen Kumar Tripathi (DIN: 02167497),Non-Executive Independent Director, ceased to holdoffice with effect from March 30, 2025, upon completionof his second consecutive term, in accordance with theprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODRRegulations. The Board of Directors places on recordits deep appreciation for the invaluable guidance,dedication, and contributions of Mr. Praveen KumarTripathi during his tenure as an Independent Director.The Board also acknowledges the significant servicesrendered by Mr. Manish Kumar Sinha as Chief FinancialOfficer and Mr. Chandra Shekher Joshi as CompanySecretary and Compliance Officer during their respectivetenures with the Company.
Re-appointment of Directors
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act,2013 and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr.Sachin Shah, Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director,is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing 19th AnnualGeneral Meeting ("AGM”) and, being eligible, has offeredhimself for re-appointment.
Additionally, the current tenures of Mr. Javed Tapia,Ms. Tarana Lalwani, and Mr. Shyamm Mariwala, all Non¬Executive Independent Directors, are due for completionin February 2026. In view of the upcoming conclusion oftheir terms, and in line with the long-term succession andgovernance strategy of the Company, the Nominationand Remuneration Committee undertook a structuredperformance evaluation of these directors, including Mr.Shah. The evaluation focused on various parameters suchas attendance and participation, strategic contributions,industry knowledge, adherence to governanceframeworks, and alignment with the Company’s valuesand business vision.
Based on the outcome of this evaluation and thedemonstrated value each Director continues to bringto the Board, the Committee recommended theirrespective re-appointments. Accordingly, the Board ofDirectors, at its meeting held on August 26, 2025, afterdue consideration of the Committee’s recommendations,approved and recommended to the shareholders fortheir approval:
• the re-appointment of Mr. Sachin Shah as a Director,liable to retire by rotation.
• the re-appointment of Mr. Javed Tapia as Non¬Executive Independent Director for a second term ofthree consecutive years commencing from February27, 2026 and re-appointments of Ms. Tarana Lalwani,
and Mr. Shyamm Mariwala, as Non-ExecutiveIndependent Directors for a second term of threeconsecutive years commencing from March 1, 2026.
The Board is of the view that the continued association ofthese Directors will ensure sustained leadership continuityand help preserve the Board’s collective strength in termsof functional diversity, institutional memory, and strategicoversight. Their re-appointment supports the Company’songoing transformation and growth trajectory, especiallyduring a phase of significant integration and expansion.Each of these Directors brings deep industry insights,an unwavering commitment to corporate governanceand best business practices, and the ability to exerciseindependent judgment in complex business scenarios.Their presence on the Board reinforces transparency,accountability, and stakeholder confidence, and alignswith the Company’s long-term objective of creatingsustainable value for shareholders.
Disclosures pursuant to Regulation 36 of the SEBI LODRRegulations, 2015, Secretarial Standards, and otherapplicable provisions—including brief profiles, expertise,and details of other directorships and committeememberships—are provided in the Notice of the 19th AGM.
SHARE CAPITAL / STOCK OPTIONSChanges in authorized share capital
During the year under review, the authorized share capitalof the company has been increased from ‘H514,00,00,000/-divided into 75,00,00,000 equity shares of H2/- eachand 36,40,00,000 preference shares of H10/- each’ to‘H1434,27,00,000/- divided into 660,13,50,000 equityshares of H2/- each and 11,40,00,000 preference sharesof H10/- each’.
The changes in the authorized share capital of theCompany during the period under review, are asenumerated below:
(a) Re-classification of authorized share capital: The
authorized share capital of the Company was re¬classified pursuant to the approval of the membersin their extra-ordinary general meeting held onApril 30, 2024, from 'H514,00,00,000/- dividedinto 75,00,00,000 equity shares of H2/- each and36,40,00,000 preference shares of H10/- each’ to‘H514,00,00,000/- divided into 200,00,00,000equity shares of H2/- each and 11,40,00,000preference shares of H10/- each’.
(b) Increase in authorised share capital pursuant tothe Scheme of Amalgamation: Upon the scheme ofamalgamation of NAM Estate Private Limited ("NAMEstates”) came into effect, the entire authorizedshare capital of NAM Estates, i.e. H920,27,00,000/-comprising 92,02,70,000 equity shares of facevalue of H10/- each, stood transferred and mergedto the authorized share capital of the Company andconsequently, the authorized share capital of the
Company stood increased from ‘H514,00,00,000/-divided into 200,00,00,000 equity shares ofH2/- each and 11,40,00,000 preference sharesof H10/- each’ to ‘H1434,27,00,000/- divided into660,13,50,000 equity shares of H2/- each and11,40,00,000 preference shares of H10/- each’.
Changes in Paid-Up Share Capital
During the financial year 2024-25 and up to the date of thisreport, the Company has undertaken significant changesin its paid-up share capital, summarized as follows:
• As on April 1, 2024:
Paid-up share capital stood at H108,33,50,662/-, divided into 54,16,75,331 equity shares of facevalue H2/- each.
• As on March 31, 2025:
Increased to H244,50,75,788/-, divided into
122,25,37,894 equity shares of face value H2/- each.
• Post Financial Year (as on report date):
Further increased to H274,24,57,926/-, divided into137,12,28,963 equity shares of face value H2/- each.
There has been no issue of equity shares with differentialrights as to dividend, voting or otherwise. Further, detailsregarding the changes in the paid-up share capital of theCompany are numerated below:
• Issuance of Equity Shares and Warrants onPreferential Basis: Pursuant to the approval of theBoard of the Company at its meeting held on April 5,2024, the shareholders of the Company at their extra¬ordinary general meeting held on April 30, 2024, andthe in-principle approvals granted by BSE Limitedand the National Stock Exchange of India Limited(collectively, the "Stock Exchanges”), each datedMay 9, 2024, the Company, on May 21, 2024, issuedand allotted an aggregate of (i) 9,13,55,606 fully-paidequity shares of face value H2/- each of the Company("Equity Shares”); and (ii) 25,91,19,201 unlistedwarrants, each convertible into one Equity Share ofthe Company ("Warrants”), through a preferentialissue on a private placement basis to certain eligibleinvestors. The Warrants are convertible into anequivalent number of Equity Shares within a periodof 18 (eighteen) months from the date of allotment,i.e., on or before November 20, 2025.
• Conversion of Warrants into Equity Shares: Duringthe year under review, the Company has issued andallotted an aggregate of 4,34,96,198 Equity Sharespursuant to the exercise of the right to convertWarrants into Equity Shares by certain warrant-holders (comprising 19,00,000 Equity Shares onMay 31, 2024, 15,40,000 Equity Shares on July 10,2024, and 4,00,56,198 Equity Shares on March 26,
2025). As on March 31, 2025, a total of 21,56,23,003unlisted Warrants remained outstanding and eligiblefor conversion. Further, subsequent to the close ofthe financial year 2024-25 and up to the date ofthis report, the Company has issued and allottedan additional 14,86,91,069 Equity Shares uponconversion of Warrants by certain warrant-holders(comprising 9,80,23,128 Equity Shares on May 15,2025, 2,86,97,000 Equity Shares on May 22, 2025,1,65,90,441 Equity Shares on June 2, 2025 and53,80,500 Equity Shares on August 20, 2025).
Accordingly, as on the date of this report, 6,69,31,934unlisted Warrants remain outstanding for conversion.
• Issuance of Equity Shares pursuant to theScheme of Amalgamation: Upon the Scheme ofAmalgamation coming into effect, as detailed earlierin this report, and in consideration of the mergerof NAM Estates into the Company, the Companyissued and allotted 60,91,05,999 Equity Shares tothe eligible shareholders of NAM Estates, whosenames appeared in the register of members as onJanuary 24, 2025, being the record date fixed bythe Company in consultation with NAM Estates. Theaforesaid allotment was made in accordance withthe exchange ratio determined under the Scheme,namely: "6,619 (Six Thousand Six Hundred Nineteen)equity share(s) of the Amalgamated Company ofH2 (Indian Rupees Two) each for every 10,000 (TenThousand) equity share(s) held in the AmalgamatingCompany 1 of H10 (Indian Rupees Ten) each.”
• Cancellation of Equity Shares held by NAMEstates due to Cross-Holding: Upon the Schemeof Amalgamation coming into effect, as detailedearlier in this report, and the consequent Mergerof NAM Estates into the Company, an aggregate of6,30,95,240 Equity Shares held by NAM Estates in theCompany-representing approximately 9.91% of thethen paid-up equity share capital of the Company-stood cancelled in entirety, on account of cross¬holding, in the manner provided under the Scheme.
Launch of ESOP scheme
During the financial year 2024-25, pursuant to theapproval of the Board and shareholders dated February25, 2025 and March 25, 2025, respectively, the Companylaunched its "Embassy Developments Limited EmployeeStock Option Scheme - 2025” ("Embassy ESOS 2025”),prepared in accordance with the provisions of theSecurities and Exchange Board of India (Share BasedEmployee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021,as amended ("SEBI SBEB Regulations”). The EmbassyESOS 2025 comprises upto an aggregate of 4,50,00,000Stock Options ("SO”) or Performance Stock Unit("PSU”) (collectively hereinafter referred to as "Optionor Options”), convertible into upto 4,50,00,000 Equity
Shares of the Company, to the Eligible Employees of theCompany, its subsidiaries and group companies.
The disclosures required to be made under SEBI SBEBRegulations have been placed on the website of theCompany http://www.embassvindia.com/.
The Equity Shares (ISIN No.: INE069I01010) of theCompany, continue to remain listed at BSE Limited andNational Stock Exchange of India Limited. The listingfees payable to both the exchanges for the financialyear 2024-25 have been paid. The equity shares of theCompany have not been suspended from trading by theSEBI and/ or Stock Exchanges.
During the year under review, all the Global DepositoryReceipts (GDRs) issued by the Company were delistedfrom the Luxembourg Stock Exchange with effect fromNovember 1, 2024.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has notaccepted any deposits from the public, falling withinthe ambit of Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules,2014, therefore the disclosures in terms of Rule 8 of theCompanies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is not applicable.
(a) Statutory Auditors
The present term of M/s Agarwal Prakash & Co.,Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No.005975N), the statutory auditors of the Company,who were appointed by the members of theCompany at their 14th Annual General Meeting(AGM) held on September 28, 2020, for a period offive consecutive years, shall come to an end at theensuing AGM of the Company.
Considering the eligibility of M/s Agarwal Prakash& Co., Chartered Accountants, the Board of theCompany at its meeting held on August 26, 2025,upon the recommendation of Audit Committee,has considered, approved and recommended theirre-appointment as the statutory auditors of theCompany, for another term of five consecutiveyears, subject to the approval of shareholders atthe ensuing AGM.
The Company has received a certificate from M/sAgarwal Prakash & Co., to the effect that theirappointment as Statutory Auditors, if approved by themembers, shall be in accordance with the provisionsof the section 141(3)(g) of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Auditors’ Reports issued by the existingStatutory Auditors of the Company, on bothstandalone and consolidated financial statementsof the Company for the financial year 2024-25, donot contain any qualification, reservation, adverseremark or disclaimer. The report, when read togetherwith the relevant notes to accounts and accountingpolicies are self-explanatory and therefore do notcall for any further explanation.
Further, in the course of performance of duties asAuditors, no offence/ fraud by the Company oragainst the Company or by any officer or employeeshas been detected or reported in terms of theprovisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act,2013 and the Rules framed thereunder.
(b) Secretarial Auditors & Secretarial Audit Report
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with the rules madethereunder, the Company had appointed M/s S.Khandelwal & Co., a firm of Company Secretariesin practice as its Secretarial Auditors, to conductthe secretarial audit of the Company for thefinancial year 2024-25.
The Company has provided all assistance, facilities,documents, records and clarifications etc. to theSecretarial Auditors for conducting their audit forthe financial year 2024-2025. The Secretarial AuditReport, along with Annual Secretarial ComplianceReport, as prescribed under Regulation 24A of SEBILODR Regulations, for the financial year 2024-25,are annexed as Annexure-I(i) and Annexure-I(ii)respectively, and form part of this Report. The saidreports do not contain any qualifications or adverseremarks and are self-explanatory and therefore donot call for any further explanation. Additionally,pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 24A ofSEBI LODR Regulations, the Secretarial AuditReports of M/s Sepset Real Estate Limited,Devona Constructions Limited (formerly IndiabullsConstructions Limited), Equinox India InfraestateLimited (formerly Indiabulls Infraestate Limited)and Sky Forest Projects Private Limited (formerlyIndiabulls Properties Private Limited), Indianunlisted material subsidiary(ies) of the Company forFY 2024-25, are annexed as Annexure-I(iii),Annexure-I(iv), Annexure-I(v) & Annexure-I(vi),respectively. The said reports do not contain anyqualifications or adverse remarks and are self¬explanatory and therefore do not call for anyfurther explanation.
Further, in the course of performance of duties asAuditors, no offence/ fraud by the Company oragainst the Company or by any officer or employeeshas been detected or reported in terms of the
provisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act,2013 and the Rules framed thereunder.
Furthermore, in accordance with the recentamendments in Regulation 24A of the SEBI LODRRegulations, effective from April 01, 2025, SEBIhas mandated all listed entities to appoint asecretarial auditor for a period of five consecutiveyears, subject to the approval of its shareholdersin the annual general meeting of the Company,accordingly, the Audit Committee and Board attheir respective meetings held on August 26, 2025,considered and recommended the appointment ofM/s GDR & Partners LLP, Company Secretaries, assecretarial auditors of the Company, for a periodof 5 (five) consecutive years, i.e. from FY 2026 toFY 2030, subject to the approval of shareholders atthe ensuing AGM.
(c) Cost Auditors and Cost Records
Pursuant to the applicability of section 148 ofthe Companies Act, 2013 read with the Rule 4 ofthe Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules,2014, due to post effectiveness of the scheme ofamalgamation, the Company, as a merged entity,has maintained the cost records and had appointedM/s Gurvinder Chopra & Co, Cost Accountants, asCost Auditors, for conducting the audit of the costrecords of the company, for the financial year 2024¬2025, had appointed M/s Gurvinder Chopra & Co,Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors, for conductingthe audit of the cost records of the company, for thefinancial year 2024-2025.
The report issued by the cost auditors of theCompany, for the financial year 2024-25, doesnot contain any qualification, reservation, adverseremark or disclaimer.
In the course of performance of duties as costauditors, no offence/ fraud by the Company oragainst the Company or by any officer or employeeshas been detected or reported in terms of theprovisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act,2013 and the Rules framed thereunder.
Further, in terms of the provisions of Section 148of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 14 ofthe Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014,the Board of Directors, at the recommendations ofAudit Committee, had re-appointed M/s GurvinderChopra & Co, Cost Accountants as Cost Auditorsto conduct the audit of the cost records of theCompany for the FY 2025-26 at such remunerationas may be recommended by the board and ratifiedby the Shareholders of the Company at their ensuingAnnual General Meeting.
As part of its initiatives under "Corporate SocialResponsibility (CSR)”, the Company, as a group directlyor through subsidiaries, has been undertaking projects inthe areas specified under its CSR Policy (available on yourCompany’s website at web link https://www.embassyindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EMBDL-corporate-social-responsibilitv-policv.pdf) in accordance withSchedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, read with therelevant Rules.
In terms of the applicable provisions of Section 135 ofthe Companies Act 2013, read with relevant Rules framedthereunder, since the Company had average net lossesduring immediately preceding three financial years, theCompany was not required to contribute any amounttowards CSR activities during the financial year 2024-25.However, during the financial year 2024-25, the Companythrough its subsidiaries was required to contribute H2.47million towards CSR activities. The said amount was dulyspent in the field of promotion of sports and educationinitiatives etc.
An Annual Report on CSR, containing relevant details, isannexed as Annexure-II, forming part of this Report.
Pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(e) read with Part B ofSchedule V of SEBI LODR Regulations, the Management’sDiscussion and Analysis Report, has been provided in aseparate section as an integral part of this Annual Report.
The Company remains committed to the highest standardsof corporate governance and ethical business practicesacross all operations. With a strong focus on transparency,accountability, and stakeholder engagement, it aims tocreate long-term value for shareholders and partners.Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) read with Part C ofSchedule V of SEBI LODR Regulations, the CorporateGovernance Report, together with a certificate from apracticing company secretary confirming compliancewith the corporate governance requirements, has beenprovided in a separate section as an integral part ofthis Annual Report.
Pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI LODRRegulations, a Business Responsibility and SustainabilityReport (BRSR), describing the initiatives taken by theCompany from environmental, social and governanceperspective has been made available on the websiteof the Company at https://www.embassyindia.com/
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To the best of their knowledge and belief and according tothe information and explanations obtained by them, yourDirectors, in terms of Section 134(3) of the CompaniesAct, 2013, hereby state and confirm that:
a) in the preparation of the annual financial statementsfor the year ended March 31, 2025, the applicableaccounting standards had been followed alongwith proper explanation relating to materialdepartures, if any;
b) such accounting policies as mentioned in the Notesto the Financial Statements have been selected andapplied consistently and judgments and estimateshave been made that are reasonable and prudent soas to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs ofthe Company, as at March 31, 2025 and the profit andloss of the Company for the year ended on that date;
c) proper and sufficient care has been taken for themaintenance of adequate accounting records inaccordance with the provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013, for safeguarding the assets of the companyand for preventing and detecting fraud and otherirregularities;
d) the annual financial statements have been preparedon a going concern basis;
e) proper internal financial controls are in placeand such financial controls are adequate and areoperating effectively; and
f) proper systems to ensure compliance with theprovisions of all applicable laws are in place and areadequate and operating effectively.
In terms of Sections 92(3) and 134(3) of the CompaniesAct, 2013, read with relevant rules framed thereunder,the annual return of the Company as on March 31,2025 in prescribed format is available on the websiteof the Company at web link https://www.embassyindia.com/agm-notice/.
During the financial year 2024-25, total 9 (Nine) Boardmeetings were convened and held. The details of suchmeetings are given in Corporate Governance Reportforming part of this Annual Report. The interveninggap between these meetings was within the periodprescribed under the Companies Act, 2013. The noticeand agenda including all material information andminimum information required to be made availableto the Board under SEBI LODR Regulations, werecirculated to all directors, well within the prescribedtime, before the meeting or placed at the meeting with
the permission of majority of Directors (including theIndependent Directors). During the financial year 2024¬25, a separate meeting of the Independent Directorswas held on January 10, 2025, without the presence ofnon-independent directors and the members of theCompany management.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF THE BOARD,ITS COMMITTEES AND DIRECTORS
The Nomination & Remuneration Committee (NRC) ofthe Board reassessed the framework, methodology andcriteria for evaluating the performance of the Boardas a whole, including Board committee(s), as well asperformance of each director(s) and confirms that theexisting evaluation parameters are in compliance with therequirements as per SEBI guidance note dated January5, 2017 on Board evaluation. The existing parametersincludes effectiveness of the Board and its committees,decision making process, Directors/membersparticipation, governance, independence, quality andcontent of agenda papers, team work, frequency ofmeetings, discussions at meetings, corporate culture,contribution, role of Chairman and management ofconflict of interest.
Basis these parameters, the NRC had reviewed atlength the performance of each director individuallyand expressed satisfaction on the process of evaluationand the performance of each Director. The performanceevaluation of the Board as a whole and its committees,namely Audit Committee, Nomination & RemunerationCommittee, Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee,Risk Management Committee and Corporate SocialResponsibility Committee, as well as the performanceof each director individually, including the Chairman,was carried out by the entire Board of Directors. Theperformance evaluation of Non-independent Directorsand the Board as a whole was carried out by theIndependent Directors at their meeting held on January10, 2025. The Directors expressed their satisfaction withthe evaluation process.
Also, the Chairman or Executive Directors of the Company,on a periodic basis, has had one-to-one discussionwith the directors for their views on the functioning ofthe Board and the Company, including discussions onlevel of engagement and contribution, independenceof judgment, safeguarding the interest of the Companyand its minority shareholders and implementation of thesuggestions offered by Directors either individually orcollectively during different board/committee meetings.
POLICY ON APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS &THEIR REMUNERATION
Pursuant to Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 andRegulation 19 of SEBI LODR Regulations, the Board hasframed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors,Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs), Senior ManagementPersonnel (SMPs) and their remuneration and also
available at the website of the Company i.e. https://www.embassyindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EMBDL-nomination-and-remuneration-policy.pdf.The Remuneration Policy is stated in the CorporateGovernance Report which is presented in a separatesection as an integral part of this Annual Report.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES ORINVESTMENTS
During the financial year 2024-25, in terms of theprovisions of Section 186 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013,the Company did not make any investments throughmore than two layers of investment companies. TheCompany’s investment/loans/guarantees, during thefinancial year 2024-25, were in compliance with theprovisions of section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013,particulars of which are captured in financial statementsof the Company, wherever applicable and required,forming part of this Annual Report.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS ANDARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
During the financial year 2024-25, no materially significantrelated party transaction was entered by the Companywith its key managerial personnel(s) or other designatedpersons, which may have potential conflict with theinterest of the Company at large. All transactions enteredinto by the Company with its related parties (RPTs)including material RPTs and modification(s) thereof, wereapproved by audit committee / Board/ shareholderswherever required, in their respective meetings, in termsof the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBILODR Regulations, and were on an arm’s length basis andin the ordinary course of business and duly disclosed inthe financial statements of the Company.
Accordingly, the disclosure of related party transactionsas required under Section 134(3)(h) of the Act in FormAOC-2 is not applicable to the Company for FY 2024-25,however, a disclosure on material RPTs is uploaded onthe website of the Company, voluntarily, at https://www.embassyindia.com/annual-reports/.
The Policy on materiality of Related Party Transactionsand also on dealing with such transactions is available onthe website of the Company at https://www.embassvindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/EMBDL-policv-for-dealing-with-rpt.pdf.
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIRADEQUACY
During the financial year 2024-25, M/s R N Marwah &Co. LLP were appointed as the Internal Auditors of theCompany. The Company has an elaborate system ofinternal controls commensurate with its size, scale andoperations, which also covers financial controls, financialreporting, fraud control, compliance with applicablelaws and regulations etc. Regular internal audits areconducted to check and to ensure that responsibilities
are discharged effectively. The Internal Audit Departmentmonitors and evaluates the efficacy and adequacy ofinternal control systems in the Company, its compliancewith regulatory directives, efficacy of its operatingsystems, adherence to the accounting procedures andpolicies of the Company and its subsidiaries. Whereverrequired, the internal audit efforts are supplemented byaudits conducted by specialized consultants/audit firms.All financial and audit control systems are also reviewedby the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors of theCompany. Based on the report of the internal auditors,process owners undertake corrective actions in theirrespective areas and thereby strengthen the controls.
Other than those disclosed in this Report and CorporateGovernance Report, an integral part of this Report, therehave been no material changes or commitments affectingthe financial position of the Company between the end of thefinancial year, i.e., March 31, 2025, and the date of this Report,and no significant or material orders have been passed byany regulators, courts, or tribunals that may impact the goingconcern status or the Company’s future operations.
The information on conservation of energy, technologyabsorption and foreign exchange earnings andoutgo, is as under:
A. Conservation of Energy
The Company operations do not account forsubstantial energy consumption. However, theCompany is taking all possible measures to conserveenergy. As an ongoing process, the followings are (i)the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy;(ii) the steps taken by the Company for utilisingalternate sources of energy; and (iii) the capitalinvestment on energy conservation equipment.
The Company has been able to reduce energyconsumption by using star rated appliances wherepossible and also through the replacement of CFLlights with LED lights. Monitoring resource usage,improved process efficiency, reduced waste generationand disposal costs have also supported the cause.The Company continues to explore collaborationwith contractors/partners that ensure conservationof energy and resources. On this front, the Companypromotes the use of innovative technologies such asgreen buildings and other energy efficient measuresfor construction of their projects. Some of the bestpractices undertaken for the conservation of energy are:
1) Comprehensive energy-modeling during thedesign stage to achieve energy conservationwhile meeting the functional requirements forboth residential and commercial projects,
2) Using passive techniques for cooling suchas optimum building envelope design,wherever possible,
3) Selecting climate appropriate materialfor the building,
4) Using energy saving LED light fixtures,
5) Conservation of energy at all of its offices byreplacing lighting system with LEDs, installationof star energy conservation air conditioningsystems, installation of automatic powercontrollers to save maximum demand chargesand energy, installation of TFT monitors thatsaves power, and periodic Training sessions foremployees on ways to conserve energy in theirindividual roles. Solar energy is the alternatesource of energy integrated/being integratedinto our projects and their operations. As a partof the green building guidelines followed by us,company’s endeavor is to utilize solar energy tomeet the energy.
B. Technology Absorption
The Company has implemented best of the classapplications to manage and automate its businessprocesses to achieve higher efficiency, data integrityand data security. It has helped it in implementingbest business practices and shorter time to marketnew schemes, products and customer services. TheCompany’s investment in technology has improvedcustomer services, reduced operational costs anddevelopment of new Business opportunities.
I. The efforts made towards technologyabsorption:
The Company is investing in cutting edgetechnologies to upgrade its infrastructure setup and innovative technical solutions, therebyincreasing customer satisfaction & employeeefficiency. The Company’s endeavor is to useupgraded, advance and latest technologymachines, equipment etc, which improvescustomer delight and employee efficiency.Some of the initiatives are: Deployment ofmachines to substitute manual work partlyor fully, the improvement of existing or thedevelopment/ deployment of new constructiontechnologies to speed up the process and makeconstruction more efficient, using LED lightingfor common areas of our developments and inour office buildings, using timers for externallighting and basement lighting in some of ourprojects for switching lights on/off as per peakand non-peak hours. The Company promotesthe use of electronic means of communicationwith its shareholders by sending electroniccommunication for confirmation of paymentsand other similar purposes. The Company
also encourages the use of electronic mode ofcommunications to and from all its stakeholders.Soft copies of the annual report(s) along withthe notice convening the Annual GeneralMeeting(s) were sent to its shareholders so asto minimize the usage of paper.
II. The benefits derived like productimprovement, cost reduction, productdevelopment or import substitution:
The Company’s approach in adoptingtechnology has improved customersatisfaction, reduced operational cost andcreated new opportunities for developmentof businesses. Also, there is cost reduction inthe administration and construction, throughutilisation of scheduling and planning, efficientpractices, prefabricated components, etc.Some of the initiatives are: In-depth planningof construction activities to achieve shortertime-lines and reduced consumption of manand material at site, organising/scheduling/structuring the work in tandem with jobdescriptions to ensure efficiency, engagingspecialised sub-contractors/ consultants tocomplete tasks efficiently, introducing rules andregulations based on national and internationalstandards and internal classifications,monitoring performance at projects andadministrative offices.
III. Information regarding imported technology(imported during last 3 years) and expenditureincurred on Research & Development:
Not Applicable, since the Company has notimported any technology or incurred expensesof research & Development, during such period.
C. Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
During the financial year 2024-25, there were noforeign exchange earnings (previous year Nil). Detailsof the foreign exchange outgo, are given below:
Technical SupportExpenses
0.00
0.40
Professional &Consultancy Charges
7.00
Brokerage Charges
6.73
Software Charges
0.26
Total
6.99
7.40
Pursuant to the applicable provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013 and Regulation 21 of SEBI LODR Regulations,the Company has formulated robust Business RiskManagement framework to identify and evaluatebusiness risks and opportunities. This framework seeks
to create transparency, minimize adverse impact onits business objectives and enhance its competitiveadvantage. It defines the risk management approachacross the Company and its subsidiaries at various levelsincluding the documentation and reporting. At present,the Company has not identified any element of risk whichmay threaten its existence.
The Company have a duly constituted Risk ManagementCommittee, details of which are disclosed in the CorporateGovernance Report forming part of this Annual Report.
Disclosure pertaining to remuneration and other details asrequired under Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remunerationof Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, is annexed asAnnexure-III to this Report.
Non-Executive Directors are familiarised with their roles,rights and responsibilities in the Company as well aswith the nature of industry and business model of theCompany through presentations about the Company’sstrategy, business model, product and service offerings,customers’ & shareholders’ profile, financial details, humanresources, technology, facilities, internal controls and riskmanagement, their roles, rights and responsibilities inthe Company. The board is also periodically briefed onthe various changes, if any, in the regulations governingthe conduct of non-executive directors includingindependent directors. The details of the familiarisationprogrammes have been hosted on the website of theCompany and can be accessed on the link: https://www.embassvindia.com/policies/.
The details of credit ratings received during the financialyear 2024-25 and the credit rating position as on March31, 2025, are provided in the Corporate GovernanceReport, which forms an integral part of this Report.
During the financial year 2024-25, pursuant tothe acquisition of certain assets/projects and theimplementation of the Merger, as detailed in this Report,the following entities became direct or indirect whollyowned subsidiaries of the Company:
(a) RGE Constructions and Developments Private Limited;
(b) Vigor Developments Private Limited;
(c) SPERO Properties and Services Private Limited;
(d) Sky Forest Projects Private Limited (formerly IndiabullsProperties Private Limited);
(e) Sion Eden Developers Private Limited;
(f) Equinox Developments Private Limited;
(g) Summit Developments Limited (formerly SummitDevelopments Private Limited);
(h) Embassy East Business Park Limited (formerlyEmbassy East Business Park Private Limited);
(i) Embassy Realty Ventures Private Limited;
(j) Embassy Infra Developers Limited (formerly EmbassyInfra Developers Private Limited);
(k) Embassy Orange Developers Limited (formerlyEmbassy Orange Developers Private Limited);
(l) Logus Projects Limited (formerly Logus ProjectsPrivate Limited);
(m) Ardor Projects Limited (formerly Ardor ProjectsPrivate Limited);
(n) Cereus Ventures Limited (formerly CereusVentures Private Limited and earlier Envoi EdtechPrivate Limited);
(o) Virtuous Developments Limited (formerly VirtuousDevelopments Private Limited);
(p) Embassy One Commercial Property DevelopmentsLimited (formerly Embassy One Commercial PropertyDevelopments Private Limited);
(q) Embassy International Riding School (Section 8 Co.);
(r) Embassy One Developers Private Limited;
(s) Basal Projects Private Limited;
(t) Cohort Projects Limited (formerly Cohort ProjectsPrivate Limited); and
(u) Reque Developers Private Limited
Additionally, Embassy-Columbia Pacific ASL PrivateLimited became a Joint Venture of the Company pursuantto the implementation of the aforementioned Merger.
Further, during the year under review, four entities vizAurora Builders and Developers Limited, Hermes Buildersand Developers Limited, Indiabulls Housing and LandDevelopment Limited, and Indiabulls Housing DevelopersLimited ceased to be subsidiaries of the Company as aresult of voluntary striking-off in accordance with theprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Consequently, as on March 31, 2025, the Company had189 subsidiaries. Among them, four subsidiaries vizEquinox India Infraestate Limited (formerly IndiabullsInfraestate Limited), Devona Constructions Limited(formerly Indiabulls Constructions Limited), Sepset RealEstate Limited and Sky Forest Projects Private Limited(formerly Indiabulls Properties Private Limited) wereclassified as material subsidiaries of the Company for thefinancial year 2024-25.
Further, during the current financial year and till the dateof this Report, the Company has acquired SquadronDevelopers Private Limited on June 26, 2025.
Consolidated Financial Statements and FinancialStatement of Subsidiaries
Pursuant to Section 129 of the Companies Act, 2013,the Company has prepared its consolidated financialstatements along with all its subsidiaries, in the sameform and manner, as that of the Company, which alongwith its standalone financial Statements shall be laidbefore the shareholders at the ensuing 19th AGM. Theconsolidated financial statements of the Company, forthe financial year ended March 31, 2025, forms part ofthis annual report.
For performance and financial position of each of thesubsidiaries of the Company, along with other relatedinformation required pursuant to Rule 5 of the Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014, the members are requestedto refer to the consolidated and standalone financialstatements of the Company along with the statementpursuant to section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, inthe prescribed Form AOC - 1, forming part of this report.
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 136 ofthe Act, the standalone and consolidated financialstatements of the Company, along with relevantdocuments and separate audited accounts in respect ofeach of subsidiaries, are also available on the website ofthe Company. Shareholders may write to the Companyfor the annual financial statements of subsidiarycompanies. Further, the documents shall also be availablefor inspection by the shareholders at the registered officeof the Company.
In compliance with the relevant provisions of applicablelaws and statutes, the Company has the following Boardconstituted committees:
a) Audit Committee;
b) Nomination and Remuneration Committee;
c) Stakeholders Relationship Committee;
d) Risk Management Committee; and
e) Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The details with respect to composition, power, role,terms of reference etc. of each of these committees aregiven in the Corporate Governance Report forming partof this Annual Report.
The Board also constitutes specific committee(s) fromtime to time, depending on emerging business needs.The terms of reference of the committees are approved,reviewed and modified by the Board. The board hadconstituted Operations Committee for dealing withvarious administrative and operational matters. Further,w.e.f. February 25, 2025, the Company dissolved theCompensation Committee (by entrusting its powerto NR Committee) and other specific committees i.e.
Restructuring Committee, Reorganisation Committeeand Fund-Raising Committee, upon fulfilment of thepurposes for which they were formed.
The composition of above committees of the Company isavailable on the website of the Company at https://www.embassyindia.com/board-committees/.
COMPLIANCE OF THE SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Board of Directors confirms and state that theCompany has complied with the applicable SecretarialStandards, SS-1 and SS-2 relating to Meetings of the Board,its committees and the General Meetings respectively,issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India asamended from time to time.
NUMBER OF CASES FILED, IF ANY, ANDTHEIR DISPOSAL UNDER SECTION 22 OFTHE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN ATWORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITIONAND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The Company has zero tolerance towards sexualharassment at the workplace and has adopted a policyon prevention, prohibition and redressal of sexualharassment at workplace, in line with the provisionsof the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace(Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and theRules thereunder.
In the beginning of the financial year 2024-25, neitherany case of sexual harassment was pending with theCompany nor any such case was received during theyear. Further, no complaints were pending for resolutionfor more than 90 days.
The Company has an Internal Complaints Committee(ICC) in accordance with the Sexual Harassment ofWomen at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition andRedressal) Act, 2013. The Company confirms compliancewith the provisions relating to the constitution andfunctioning of the Internal Complaints Committee underthe aforementioned Act.
COMPLIANCE OF MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT,1961
The Company hereby affirms its unwavering commitmentto ensuring full compliance with the provisions of theMaternity Benefit Act, 1961. In line with the said act, theCompany guarantees that all eligible female employeesare provided with the entitled maternity benefits, includingpaid maternity leave and related welfare provisions. TheCompany has implemented such measures that prioritizethe health, well-being, and dignity of women employees,reinforcing its dedication to fostering an inclusive andsupportive work environment.
DETAILS OF PROCEEDINGS UNDER THEINSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016
During the financial year 2024-25, no application wasmade and no proceedings were pending against theCompany under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code,2016, as on March 31, 2025.
DETAILS OF VALUATION IN CASE OF ONE¬TIME SETTLEMENTS WITH BANKS ORFINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company did notundertake any one-time settlement in respect of loansobtained from banks or financial institutions. Accordingly,no valuation was required to be carried out in this regard.
CERTAIN TYPES OF AGREEMENTSBINDING THE COMPANY / SIGNIFICANTDEVELOPMENTS
The subsisting agreements, as required under Clause 5Aof Paragraph A, Part A, Schedule III pursuant to Regulation30A and Paragraph G of Schedule V of the SEBI LODRRegulations, were disclosed to the stock exchanges onApril 5, 2024, and April 8, 2024. The disclosures areavailable on the websites of the Company, BSE Limited,and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited.
VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWERPOLICY
The Company remains committed to upholding thehighest standards of ethical, moral, and legal conductin the conduct of its business affairs. To maintain thesestandards, the Company has implemented the WhistleBlower Policy ("Policy”) as a framework for employeesto report matters of concern, without the risk ofvictimisation, discrimination, or disadvantage.
The Policy is applicable to all employees of the Companyand its subsidiaries. Pursuant to the Policy, whistleblowers may raise concerns pertaining to violationssuch as breach of the Company’s Code of Conduct,fraud, bribery, corruption, misappropriation of assets,regulatory non-compliance, employee misconduct, andother unethical practices.
The whistle-blowing mechanism, as outlined in thePolicy, encourages employees to act responsiblyin safeguarding the integrity and reputation of theCompany and its subsidiaries. The Policy seeks to ensurethat genuine concerns are raised through a structuredprocess and addressed promptly, thereby promotingsound corporate governance. The Whistle Blower Policyis accessible on the Company’s website at https://www.embassvindia.com/policies/
The Audit Committee, constituted by the Board,plays a central role in the administration of thewhistleblower mechanism and oversees the resolutionof all serious complaints, including those involvingfinancial improprieties.
During the financial year 2024-25, no complaint wasreceived under the Policy, and no individual was deniedaccess to the Audit Committee or its Chairperson.
In support of the Green Initiative in Corporate Governancelaunched by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA),the Company has previously requested shareholders toregister their email addresses with the Company or itsRegistrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) to facilitatethe receipt of reports, financial statements, notices, andother communication in electronic form. However, certainshareholders have yet to complete this registration. Suchshareholders are once again requested to register theiremail addresses by writing to ir@embassyindia.com toensure timely and paperless communication.
The MCA and SEBI, through various circulars, havegranted exemptions to companies from dispatchingphysical copies of Annual Reports and Notices.Accordingly, shareholders are strongly encouraged tokeep their email addresses updated with the Companyto receive important correspondence in a prompt andefficient manner.
In compliance with applicable provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013, SEBI LODR Regulations, and theaforementioned MCA/SEBI circulars, the 19th AnnualGeneral Meeting (AGM) of the Company is being heldthrough Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio VisualMeans (OAVM) without the physical presence of Membersat a common venue. The proceedings of the AGM shall bedeemed to be conducted at the Registered Office of theCompany, which shall be the deemed venue for the AGM.
Electronic copies of the Annual Report for FY 2024-25and the Notice of the 19th AGM have been sent to allMembers whose email addresses are registered with the
Company or Depository Participants. Members who havenot received the same may download these documentsfrom the website of the Company www.embassvindia.com.BSE Limited www.bseindia.com or National StockExchange of India Limited www.nseindia.com.
To facilitate shareholder participation, the Company isproviding e-voting facilities to all Members to enablethem to cast their votes electronically on the resolutionsset forth in the Notice of the 19th AGM. This facility isin accordance with Section 108 of the Companies Act,2013, applicable rules made thereunder, and the SEBILODR Regulations. Detailed instructions for e-voting areprovided in the AGM Notice.
Additionally, for Members who have not availed theremote e-voting facility, Insta-poll will be made availableduring the AGM by KFin Technologies Limited to enablevoting during the meeting.
In accordance with Regulation 25(10) of the SEBI LODRRegulations, the Company has procured Directors andOfficers Insurance (D&O Insurance) for all the Directors.This insurance covers all risks as may be determined by theBoard of Directors, providing financial protection againstliabilities arising from their fiduciary responsibilities anddecisions taken in their official capacity.
The Board of Directors expresses its sincere appreciationfor the professionalism, integrity, dedication, andrelentless efforts demonstrated by employees across alllevels of the Company. Their commitment continues todrive operational excellence, innovation, and sustainablegrowth. The Board also extends its heartfelt gratitudeto all stakeholders, including shareholders, clients,investors, business partners, bankers, regulatorybodies, and government authorities, for their continuedtrust, guidance, and unwavering support during theyear under review.
For and on behalf of the Board
Sd/- Sd/-
Aditya Virwani Rajesh Kaimal
Place: Mumbai Managing Director CFO & Executive Director
Date: August 26,2025 DIN: 06480521 DIN: 03158687