Your Directors have pleasure in presenting the 35th Annual Report (“the Company” or “ORIL”) along with theAudited Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026 (“the Year” or “FY 2025-26”).
FINANCIAL SUMMARY & OPERATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
The Audited Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026, forming part of this AnnualReport, have been prepared in accordance with the applicable Indian Accounting Standard (hereinafter referredto as “Ind AS”) prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Act”) and other recognizedaccounting practices and policies to the extent applicable. The Company’s performance during the FinancialYear under review as compared to the previous Financial Year is summarized below:
(? in Lakhs)
Particulars
Standalone
Consolidated
FY 2026
FY 2025
Revenue from Operations
17,249.57
15,315.94
57,334.91
60,221.55
Other Income
511.10
497.33
649.60
597.83
Total Revenue
17,760.67
15,813.27
57,984.50
60,819.38
Profit before Finance cost,Depreciation and Tax
2,382.8
2,087.25
10,655.89
7,602.83
Less: Finance Costs
139.89
516.59
2,542.12
2,274.87
Less: Depreciation
31.79
129.81
947.71
887.79
Profit before Tax
1,664.32
1,440.85
5,695.03
4,440.17
Less: Tax Expenses
437.93
411.97
1471.03
1,435.99
Net Profit
1,226.39
1028.89
4,224.00
2,921.59
Other comprehensive income(net of tax)
-
Total Comprehensive income
1,028.89
Basic & Diluted EPS (in ?)
1.85
1.65
6.37
4.75
Note: The abovefigures are extractedfrom the audited standalone & consolidatedfinancial statements of the Companyprepared in accordance with Ind AS.
STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIRS AND REVIEW OF OPERATIONS
The Company’s Standalone revenue from operations for FY 2025-26 was ? 17,249.57 Lakhs, compared to ?15,315.94 Lakhs in the previous year. The Company’s profit before exceptional items and tax on a standalonebasis was ? 1,664.32 Lakhs during the year compared to ? 1,440.85 Lakhs in the previous year. The Companyearned a net profit of ? 1,226.39 Lakhs during the year compared to ? 1,028.89 Lakhs in the previous year.
The Company’s consolidated revenue from operations for FY 2025-26 was ? 57,334.91 Lakhs compared to ?60,819.38 Lakhs in the previous year. The Company’s profit before exceptional items and tax on a consolidatedbasis was before exceptional items and tax on a consolidated basis was ? 5,695.03 Lakhs during the yearcompared to ? 4,440.17 Lakhs in the previous year. The Company earned a net profit of before exceptionalitems and tax on a consolidated basis was ? 4,224.00 Lakhs during the year compared to ? 2,921.59 Lakhs inthe previous year.
SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES AND FINANCIAL DETAILS
Oriental Foundry Private Limited
As on March 31, 2026, the Company had 1 Wholly Owned Subsidiary Namely “Oriental Foundry PrivateLimited” (“OFPL”). During the year, the Board of Directors reviewed the affairs of the subsidiary.
The OFPL revenue from operations for FY 2025-26 was ? 40,893.28 Lakhs as compared to ? 45,722.35 Lakhsin the previous year. The Company’s profit before exceptional items and tax was ? 4,030.72 Lakhs during theyear as compared ? 2,999.32 Lakhs in the previous year. The Company earned a net profit of ? 2997.61 Lakhsduring the year compared to ? 1,892.70 in the previous year.
The Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and its subsidiary, prepared in accordance with IndianAccounting Standards notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 (‘Ind AS’),form part of the Annual Report and are reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 ('the Act') and Rules 5 and 8(1) of theCompanies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the salient features of the financial position of subsidiary are given in FormAOC-1 set out as “Annexure G” to this Report.
During the year under review, no Company has become or ceased to be a subsidiary of the Company. TheCompany does not have any associate or joint venture companies.
The separate financial statement of the subsidiary Company is available on the website of the Company andcan be accessed at https://www.orientalrail.com/subsidiary-annual-report.php
MATERIAL SUBSIDIARY
The Board of Directors of the Company had adopted a Policy for determining material subsidiary company inline with the Listing Regulations. The Policy is uploaded on the Company’s website athttps://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php
NATURE OF BUSINESS & ANY CHANGES THEREIN
The Company is engaged in the business of manufacturing and supplying a diverse range of components forrailway coaches, including seat and berth assemblies, DTBB, silicone foam blocks, Acosonic boards, artificialleather (Rexine), compred boards, and other allied products catering primarily to the Indian Railways, as wellas other industrial sectors.
During the financial year under review, there has been no change in the nature of the business of the Company.
DIVIDEND
Based on the Company’s performance, the Board of Directors are pleased to recommend a Final Dividend of ?0.10 (Rupees Ten paise only) i.e. @ 10% per equity share of the face value of ? 1/- each for the financial year
ended March 31, 2026 subject to the approval of members of the Company at the ensuing Annual GeneralMeeting.
INVESTOR RELATIONS (IR)
The Company remains committed to maintaining transparency and effective communication with investors andanalysts. During FY 2025-26, the Company engaged with the investor community through various interactionsand initiatives.
To further strengthen its investor relations framework, the Company has appointed Stellar IR Advisors PrivateLimited as its exclusive Investor Relations Advisory Services partner with effect from February 01, 2026, tosupport investor communication and stakeholder engagement.
SHARE CAPITAL
As on March 31, 2026, the Authorised Share Capital of the Company is at Rs. 10,00,00,000 comprising of10,00,00,000 equity shares of face value Rs. 1 each. Whereas, the Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up share capitalof the Company is Rs. 6,70,00,000 comprising of 6,70,00,000 Equity Shares of face value of Rs. 1 each. TheCompany’s shares are listed on BSE Limited (“BSE”).
CHANGE IN THE SHARE CAPITAL OF THE COMPANY DURINGTHE YEAR
During the financial year under review, the Company witnessed the following changes in its Equity ShareCapital pursuant to the approvals granted by the Allotment Committee of the Board of Directors:
Preferential Allotment of Convertible Warrants
On June 27, 2025, July 12, 2025, and July 29, 2025 respectively, the Company allotted 5,00,000, 10,00,000,and 10,00,000 equity shares, respectively, aggregating to 25,00,000 equity shares, pursuant to the conversionof 25,00,000 convertible warrants into an equivalent number of equity shares of the Company.
These warrants formed part of the 75,00,000 convertible warrants allotted on a preferential basis to Mrs.Wazeera S. Mithiborwala, a member of the Promoter Group. Each warrant was convertible into one equityshare of face value Re. 1/- each. Post conversion of the said 25,00,000 warrants, no convertible warrants remainoutstanding as on the date of conversion.
Resultant Change in Share Capital
As a result of the above allotments, the Company’s paid-up Equity Share Capital increased from ^6,45,59,000comprising 6,45,59,000 equity shares of Re. 1/- each to ^6,70,59,000 comprising 6,70,59,000 equity shares ofRe. 1/- each as on March 31, 2026.
Monitoring of Preferential Allotment Proceeds
In accordance with the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, the Companyappointed CARE Ratings Ltd. as the Monitoring Agency to oversee the utilisation of proceeds from theaforesaid preferential allotment.
The Monitoring Agency has confirmed that there has been no deviation in the utilisation of funds from theobjects stated in the notice seeking members’ approval. Details of fund utilisation are disclosed in theMonitoring Agency Report, which is available on the Company’s website at: https://www.orientalrail.com.
TRANSFER TO RESERVE
An amount of ? 1226.40 Lakhs has been transferred to General Reserve in respect of Financial Year underreview.
PUBLIC DEPOSITS
Your Company has not accepted Deposits from public during the year under review falling within the ambit ofSection 73 of the Act and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 during the year under review.
INTERNAL CONTROL WITH REFERENCE TO FINANCIALSTATEMENTS
The Company has established and implemented adequate internal financial controls with reference to itsfinancial statements, commensurate with the size, scale, and complexity of its operations. These controls aredesigned to ensure orderly and efficient conduct of business, safeguarding of assets, prevention and detectionof frauds and errors, maintenance of accurate accounting records, and timely preparation of reliable financialinformation.
The Company’s Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with the applicable provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013 and the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) notified under Section 133 of the Act,along with relevant rules issued thereunder. The accounting policies adopted by the Company are reviewedperiodically and are approved by the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors.
The Internal Auditor periodically evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems,accounting procedures, and policies of the Company. Based on internal audit observations, necessary correctiveactions are undertaken by the respective process owners to strengthen the internal control framework.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE & MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANDANALYSIS REPORT
In accordance with the requirements of Listing Regulations, a comprehensive report on the corporategovernance framework and practices followed by the Company is included as a separate section of this AnnualReport. This report outlines the Company’s commitment to high standards of governance, ethical conduct,transparency and accountability, and is accompanied by a certificate from the Statutory Auditors confirmingcompliance with the applicable provisions of the said Regulations.
Further, pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(e) read with Schedule V of the said Regulations, the ManagementDiscussion and Analysis Report, providing an overview of the Company’s performance, industry outlook, risksand opportunities, also forms part of this Annual Report.
LISTING
The Equity Shares of the Company are listed on the BSE Limited. BSE has nation-wide trading terminals.Annual listing fee for the Financial Year 2025-26 has been paid to the BSE Limited.
AUDITORSSTATUTORY AUDITOR AND AUDITORS’ REPORT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Act read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014,M/s. Anil Bansal & Associates., Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 100421W) were appointed asthe Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of 5 years to hold office from the conclusion of 31st Annual
General Meeting up to the conclusion of the 36th Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held in theyear 2027.
M/s. Anil Bansal & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 100421W) have consented andconfirmed that their appointment is in accordance with the conditions prescribed in Section 139 of the Act andthe Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 and that they meet the eligibility criteria specified in Section141 of the Act and submitted the certificate in writing that they are not disqualified to hold the office of thestatutory auditor. Further in terms of the Listing Regulations, the Auditors have confirmed that they hold a validcertificate issued by the Peer Review Board of the ICAI.
The Auditors’ Report to the Members on the Accounts of the Company for the year ended March 31, 2026 is apart of the Annual Report. The Notes to the financial statements referred in the Auditors’ Report are self¬explanatory. The Statutory Auditors have expressed their unmodified opinion on the Standalone andConsolidated Financial Statements and their reports do not contain any qualifications, reservations, adverseremarks, or disclaimers. During the financial year 2025-26, the Auditors had not reported any matter underSection 143(12) of the Act, therefore no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134(3)(ca) of the Act.
COST AUDITOR
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (CostRecords and Audit) Rules, 2014, the Company is required to maintain cost records as specified by the CentralGovernment.
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee your Board has appointed M/s. Niketan GovindbhaiTadhani & Co., Cost Accountants (Firm Registration No. 003636) as the Cost Auditors of the Company for thefinancial year 2026-27. In terms of Rule 14 of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, theremuneration payable to the Cost Auditor is required to be ratified by the members. Accordingly, appropriateresolution seeking your ratification to the remuneration of the aforesaid Cost Auditors are appearing in theNotice calling the 35th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
The Cost Auditors have certified that their appointment is within the limits of Section 141(3)(g) of the Act andthat they are not disqualified from appointment within the meaning of the said Act.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR AND AUDITORS’ REPORT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 24A of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, it is mandatedthat every listed entity and its material unlisted subsidiaries undertake a Secretarial Audit.
Further, listed entities are required to submit an Annual Secretarial Compliance Report, which shall be signedby the appointed Secretarial Auditor or a Peer Reviewed Company Secretary satisfying the conditions asprescribed by SEBI.
In alignment with the aforementioned regulatory framework including the amendments made, the Board ofDirectors, based on the recommendation of Audit Committee, approved appointment of Mr. Shiv Hari Jalan,Practicing Company Secretary (Certificate of Practice No. 4226, Firm Registration No. S2016MH382700 &Peer Review No. 1576/2021), a peer reviewed firm of Company Secretaries in Practice as Secretarial Auditorsof the Company for a period of five years, i.e., from April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2030. The said appointmentwas approved by the shareholders at the 34th Annual General Meeting.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 under Companies Act, 2013,(including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment(s) thereof for the time being in force) is set out in the“Annexure B” to this report.
The Secretarial Auditor has made the following observation in the said report:
Observations
Management Response
One independent director of the Company has notincluded his name in databank as required pursuantto rule 6 of Companies (Appointment andQualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014
The Company acknowledges the observation madeby the Secretarial Auditor. The concernedIndependent Director ceased to be associated withthe Company w.e.f. June 12, 2025. The Companyhas taken note of the observation and hasstrengthened its internal compliance monitoringprocess to ensure timely compliance with applicableprovisions in future.
The delay of 1 day in submission of the IntegratedFinancial Results (Standalone and Consolidated) inXBRL format for the quarter and year ended31.03.2025.
The Company acknowledges the observation madeby the Secretarial Auditor. The delay occurred dueto technical issues encountered during the filing ofthe Integrated Financial Results in XBRL format.The Company has taken necessary measures tofacilitate timely submission of statutory filings infuture.
The Company declared the dividend at the AnnualGeneral Meeting held on 04.09.2025, the dividendrelating to shares held by the Investor Education andProtection Fund Authority (IEPF) was paid on06.02.2026.
The Company submits that the delay was proceduralin nature and occurred during the process ofidentification, reconciliation and validation ofshareholder records in coordination with theRegistrar and Transfer Agent (RTA). The Companyhas reviewed the process and implemented necessarymeasures to ensure timely compliance withapplicable provisions in future.
The Board of Directors of the Company was requiredto approve the Annexure to Cost Audit Report for thefinancial year ended 31.03.2025 within a period ofone hundred and eighty days from the closure of thefinancial year. However, The Board of Directors ofthe Company has approved the Annexure to CostAudit Report on 12.11.2025 and Form CRA-4 isfiled with MCA on 26.12.2025.
The Company submits that the delay occurred due tothe time required for compilation, verification andfinalisation of the requisite information forpreparation of the Cost Audit Report. The Companyhas reviewed the process and taken necessarymeasures to facilitate timely completion of statutorycompliances in future.
During the year under review, the Secretarial Auditor has not reported any fraud under Section 143(12) of theAct and therefore disclosure of details under Section 134(3)(ca) of the Act is not applicable.
ANNUAL SECRETARIAL COMPLIANCE REPORT
The Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, in relation to compliance ofall applicable SEBI Regulations/circulars/ guidelines issued thereunder, pursuant to requirement of Regulation24A of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015 (‘Listing Regulations’) has been filled with the stock exchange within stipulated time period.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT OF MATERIAL UNLISTED INDIANSUBSIDIARY
As per the requirements of the Listing Regulations, the material subsidiary of the Company viz. OrientalFoundry Private Limited have undertaken secretarial audit for the Financial Year 2025-26 and is also annexedas “Annexure C” to this report.
CERTIFICATIONS FROM COMPANY SECRETARY IN PRACTICE
A certificate has been received from M/s. Shiv Hari Jalan & Co., Practising Company Secretaries, that none ofthe Directors on the Board of the Company have been debarred or disqualified from being appointed orcontinuing as Directors of companies by SEBI, Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such statutory authority.The certificate is a part of Report on Corporate Governance.
The requisite Certificate from M/s. Shiv Hari Jalan & Co., Practicing Company Secretary, confirmingcompliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated under the Listing Regulations is annexedhereto “Annexure D” to this Report.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS ON BOARD ANDGENERAL MEETINGS
The applicable Secretarial Standards, i.e. SS-1 and SS-2, relating to ‘Meetings of the Board of Directors’ and‘General Meetings’ respectively, have been duly complied by your Company issued by the Institute ofCompany Secretaries of India.
INTERNAL AUDITORS
Pursuant to Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, M/s. H.Y. Pancha & Associates, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 107273W) were initially appointed as Internal Auditorsof the Company for the Financial Year 2025-26.
Subsequently, he resigned from the said position due to health issues with effect from November 12, 2025.Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors approved the appointment ofM/s. K. S. Agarwal & Co., Chartered Accountants as Internal Auditors of the Company in their place, withimmediate effect for the Financial Year 2025-26.
CREDIT RATING
The Credit Ratings of the Company as on March 31, 2026 is as below:
Rating Agency
Facility
Rating/Outlook
Care Ratings
Bank Guarantee
Care A3
Cash Credit
Care BBB, Stable
Term Loan
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company has developed a CSR framework in line with Section 135 of the Act read with Schedule VIIthereto which focuses on Education, Healthcare etc. In compliance with the provisions of Section 135 of theAct, read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility) Rules, 2014, the Company has constituted aCorporate Social Responsibility Committee of the Board. The CSR Committee is responsible for formulating,implementing and monitoring the CSR Policy of the Company and for ensuring that CSR activities are
undertaken in accordance with the statutory framework. The Company’s CSR Policy, which outlines its guidingprinciples, focus areas and governance mechanism, is available on the Company’s website at:https://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php
During the year, the Company carried out CSR activities in accordance with Section 135 of the Act, with aprimary focus on the promotion of education as its core CSR activity. The Company has supported school invillages to enhance access to education and contribute to sustainable community development.
A detailed report on the CSR activities undertaken during the year, as required under Rule 8 of the Companies(Corporate Social Responsibility) Rules, 2014, is annexed to this Report as “Annexure A”.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION ANDFOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
As required under Section 134(3)(m) of the Act read with Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014,the particulars relating to “Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earningsand Outgo” are given in “Annexure E” which is appended to this Board’s Report.
TRANSFER OF UNPAID/UNCLAIMED DIVIDEND TO INVESTOREDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (IEPF)
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 124, 125 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Act, read withthe Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016,(hereinafter referred to as “IEPF Rules”), the amount of dividend remaining unpaid/unclaimed for a period ofseven years from the date of transfer to the unpaid dividend account, is required to be transferred to the InvestorEducation and Protection Fund (“IEPF Rules”). The IEPF Rules mandate Companies to transfer shares ofMembers whose dividends remain unpaid/ unclaimed for a continuous period of seven years to the demataccount of IEPF Authority.
Accordingly, during the year, the Company has complied with the aforesaid provisions and sent individualnotices and also advertised in the newspapers seeking action from the shareholders who have not claimed theirdividends for past seven consecutive years i.e. for Final Dividend 2017-18 and thereafter, had transferred suchunpaid or unclaimed dividends to the IEPF Authority.
Shareholders /claimants whose shares, unclaimed dividend, have been transferred to the aforementioned IEPFSuspense Account or the Fund, as the case may be, may claim the shares or apply for refund by making anapplication to the IEPF Authority in Form IEPF-5 (available onhttps://www.iepf.gov.in/content/iepf/global/master/Home/Home.html) along with requisite fee as decided bythe IEPF Authority from time to time.
The Company has uploaded the details of unpaid and unclaimed amounts lying with the Company on theCompany’s website https://www.orientalrail.com/dividend.php. The shareholders are therefore encouraged toverify their records and claim their dividends of all the earlier seven years, if not claimed.
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to section 92(3) and 134(3)(a) of the Act read with Rule 12 of the Companies (Management andAdministration) Rules, 2014, a copy of the Annual Return will be placed on the website of the Company andcan be accessed at the Web-link https: //www.orientalrail. com/annual-reports.php
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
Pursuant to Regulation 35 of the Listing Regulations, Management Discussion and Analysis containinginformation inter-alia on industry trends, your company’s performance, future outlook, opportunities andthreats for the year ended March 31, 2026, is provided in a separate section forming integral part of this AnnualReport.
DIRECTORS’ AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Composition of the Board
The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted in accordance with the provisions of the Act readwith the Listing Regulations. The Board comprises an appropriate mix of Executive, Non-Executive andIndependent Directors, ensuring effective governance, balanced decision-making and compliance withstatutory requirements.
Independent Directors’ declaration & eligibility
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent Directors confirming that they meet thecriteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Act read with Rule 5 of the Companies(Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations.In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors fulfil the conditions specified for their appointment andpossess the requisite qualifications, experience, expertise, proficiency and high standards of integrity, asrequired under Rule 8(5)(iiia) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
As required under Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, theIndependent Directors of the Company have registered themselves with the Indian Institute of CorporateAffairs, Manesar (“IICA”) and have also completed the online proficiency test conducted by the IICA, whereverapplicable.
Cessation of Director
During the year under review, Mr. Suresh Mane ceased to be an Independent Director of the Company witheffect from June 12, 2025 upon completion of his second tenure. The Board places on record its sincereappreciation for his valuable contribution to the growth, governance and deliberations of the Company duringhis association with the Board.
Appointment during the year
During the financial year 2025-26, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and RemunerationCommittee and pursuant to the approval of the Board of Directors and the Members of the Company asapplicable, the following appointments were made:
Mr. Nilesh V. Parikh (DIN: 02710146) as an Independent Director of the Company of the Company for a periodof five consecutive years from June 09, 2026 to June 08, 2030 (both days inclusive). The shareholders approvedhis appointment in the 34th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on September 04, 2025.
Reappointment of directors liable to retire by rotation
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Act, read with Articles of Association of the CompanyMr. Amitabh Sinha (DIN: 10605264), Executive Director - Technical will retire by rotation at the ensuingAnnual General Meeting and being eligible, offer himself for re-election. Your Board has recommended theirre-election.
The proposal for reappointment of Mr. Amitabh Sinha (DIN: 10605264), is covered in Item No. 3 of the AGMnotice as Ordinary Business.
The requisite details of the Directors appointed and re-appointed during the year, as required under the ListingRegulations, form part of this Annual Report.
Key Managerial Personnel
As on the date of this report, following are the Key Managerial Personnel (“KMPs”) of your Company as perSections 2(51) and 203 of the Act:
• Mr. Karim N. Mithiborwala, Managing Director
• Mr. Vali N. Mithiborwala, Whole-Time Director
• Mr. Saleh N. Mithiborwala, Whole-Time Director & Chief Financial Officer
• Mr. Hardik Chandra, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (up to May 05, 2025)
• Ms. Hemali Rachh, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (w.e.f. May 06, 2025)
Changes in Board and Key Managerial Personnel
There was no change in the composition of the Board of Directors and the Key Managerial Personnel duringthe year under review, except as stated above.
AUDIT COMMITTEE OF THE COMPANY
The composition of the Audit Committee is in compliance with the requirements of Section 177 of the Act,Regulation 18 of the Listing Regulations as amended from time to time and guidance note issued by StockExchange. The details of the composition of the Audit Committee are detailed in the Corporate GovernanceReport, which forms part of this Report.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICIES
The Board of Directors has approved a Policy which lays down a framework for selection and appointment ofDirectors and Senior Management and for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence ofDirectors.
Details of the Nomination and Remuneration Policy is hosted on the website of the Company athttps://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php
BOARD EVALUATION
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(p) of the Act and Listing Regulations, the Board of Directorsundertook a structured annual evaluation of its own performance, that of its Committees and individualDirectors. The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company (‘NRC’) has defined the evaluationcriteria, procedure for the Performance Evaluation process for the Board, its Committees and Directors. Theevaluation process is carried out through a well-defined and transparent framework and focuses on theeffectiveness of governance practices, quality of deliberations and oversight responsibilities.
In a separate meeting of Independent Directors held on March 09, 2026, performance of Non-IndependentDirectors, the Board as a whole and the Chairman of the Company was evaluated by the Independent Directors.The Board and NRC accord due importance to this evaluation exercise as a key tool for enhancing Boardeffectiveness, accountability and continuous improvement. The details of the evaluation process are providedin the Report on Corporate Governance, forming part of this Annual Report.
The Board and NRC reviewed the performance of the Board, its committees and of the Directors. The samewas discussed in the Board Meeting and the feedback received from the Directors on the performance of theBoard and its Committees was also discussed. The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluationprocess.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
The disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details as required under Section 197(12) of the Act readwith Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 isannexed herewith as “Annexure F” to this Board’s Report.
In terms of the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, a statement showing the names andother particulars of the employees drawing remuneration in excess of the limits set out in the said Rules formsa part of the Annual Report.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Your Company has adopted Risk Management system for risk identification, assessment and mitigation. Majorrisks identified by the Company are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuous basis.
Some of the risks that the Company is exposed to are financial risks, commodity price risk, regulatory risks andeconomy risks. The Internal Audit Report and Risk Management Framework is reviewed by the AuditCommittee.
NUMBER OF BOARD MEETINGS
During the year, 09 (Nine) Board Meetings were convened on May 05, 2025, May 14, 2025, May 27, 2025,June 09, 2025, August 08, 2025, November 12, 2025, February 04, 2026, February 12, 2026 and March 27,2026 respectively. The maximum gap between two Board meetings did not exceed 120 days. The details of theBoard meetings and the attendance of Directors are provided in the Corporate Governance Report forming partof the Annual Report.
Applicable Secretarial Standards i.e. SS-1 and SS-2 relating to ‘Meetings of the Board of Directors’ and‘General Meetings’ respectively have been duly followed by your Company.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
As on the date of this report, the Board has the following Committees:
• Audit Committee
• Nomination and Remuneration Committee
• Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee
• Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
• Executive Committee
• Allotment Committee
All the recommendations made by the Board Committees including the Audit Committee, were accepted bythe Board. Detailed information of these Committees and relevant information for the year under review are setout in the Corporate Governance Report.
POLICIES
The Company has adopted all policies as required under the provisions of the Act, and the SEBI (LODR)Regulations, 2015. The Policies are regularly reviewed and updated and has been uploaded on the website ofthe Company and can be accessed at the website of the Company at the web linkhttps://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php
VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY FOR DIRECTORSAND EMPLOYEES
The Company has established a Vigil Mechanism, which includes a Whistle Blower Policy, for its Directorsand Employees in compliance with the provisions of Section 177(10) of the Act and Regulation 22 of the ListingRegulations, to provide for adequate safeguards against victimization of persons, a framework to facilitateresponsible and secure reporting of concerns of unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of theCompany’s Code of Conduct & Ethics. The details of establishment of Vigil Mechanism/ Whistle BlowerPolicy are posted on the website of the Company and the weblink to the same ishttps://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Since the Company is in the business of providing Infrastructural facilities, provisions of Section 186 exceptsub-section 1 of the Act (‘the Act’) is not applicable to the company.
Further, the details of loans, guarantees and investments covered under the provisions of Section 186 of theAct, read with Companies (Meetings of Board and Its Powers) Rules, 2014 forms part of this Annual Report inNotes to the standalone financial statements for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
In accordance to Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 23 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations andas prescribed under the RPT Industry Standards (ISF)/applicable regulations, all related party transactionsundertaken by the Company during the financial year were conducted at arm’s length and in the ordinary courseof business.
To ensure transparency and regulatory compliance, all related party transactions were presented to the AuditCommittee for their review and approval. Additionally, for transactions of a repetitive nature conducted atarm’s length in the ordinary course of business, omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was obtained priorto execution.
Further, all transactions with related parties were in adherence to the provisions of the Act and the rules framedthereunder, the Listing Regulations, and the Company’s Policy on materiality in dealing with related partytransactions.
Since all transactions which were entered into during the Financial Year 2025-26 were on arm’s length basisand in the ordinary course of business and there was no material related party transaction entered by theCompany during the Financial Year 2025-26 as per Policy on Related Party Transactions, hence no detail isrequired to be provided in Form AOC-2 prescribed under Clause (h) of Subsection (3) of Section 134 of theAct and Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014. Further, the Company and/ or its subsidiarieshave not entered into any contract/ arrangement/ transaction with related parties during the year which couldbe considered as material in accordance with the Policy on Related Party Transactions of the Company.
None of the transactions with any of the related parties were in conflict with the interest of the Company rather,these were synchronized and synergized with the Company’s operations. The disclosures on related partytransactions for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 is a part of the Annual Report.
Further, pursuant to Regulation 23(9) of the Listing Regulations, your Company has filed the reports on relatedparty transactions with the stock exchanges within statutory timelines.
Your Company has formulated a Policy on materiality of dealing with related party transactions and the samehas been hosted on its website at https://www.orientalrail.com/policies-code-and-compliances.php.
DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and systems of compliance which are established andmaintained by the Company, audits conducted by the Internal, Statutory and Secretarial Auditors includingaudit of internal financial controls over financial reporting by the Statutory Auditors and reviews by theManagement and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit Committee, the Board is of the opinionthat the Company’s internal financial controls were adequate and effective during FY 2025-25.
Accordingly, pursuant to Section 134(5), 135(3)(c) and 135(5) of the Act the Directors confirm to the best oftheir knowledge and ability, that:
• in the preparation of the annual financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026, the applicableaccounting standards have been followed with no material departures;
• the Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgmentsand estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs ofthe Company as at March 31, 2026 and of the loss of the Company for the year ended on that date;
• the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting recordsin accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and forpreventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
• the Directors have prepared the annual financial statements on a going concern basis;
• the Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that suchinternal financial controls are adequate and operating effectively; and
• the Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicablelaws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN ATWORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL)ACT, 2013
The Company has always believed in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for every individualworking in Company’s premises through various interventions and practices. The Company always endeavorsto create and provide an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment including sexualharassment.
The Company has in place a robust policy on prevention of sexual harassment at workplace which is in linewith the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition andRedressal) Act, 2013. Internal Complaints Committee (‘ICC’) has been set up to redress complaints receivedregarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered underthis Policy. ICC has its presence at corporate office as well as at site locations.
The Policy is gender neutral. During the year under review, Company have not received any complaints as perThe Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
DISCLOSURES AS PER THE PROVISIONS OF MATERNITY BENEFITACT, 1961
Pursuant to the Section 134(3) of the Act read with Rule 8(3)(xiii) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014,your Company has duly complied with the applicable provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 for thefinancial year under review.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THEFINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurredbetween the end of the Financial Year to which these financial statements relate and the date of the report otherthan those mentioned under any section of this Annual Report.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS
There were no instances of fraud during the year under review, which required the Statutory Auditors to reportto the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12) of the Act and Rules framed thereunder.
DETAILS OF APPLICATION MADE OR ANY PROCEEDING PENDINGUNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016 (31 OF2016) DURING THE YEAR ALONG WITH THEIR STATUS AS AT THEEND OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR
No application was filed for corporate insolvency resolution process, by a financial or operational creditor orby the Company itself under the IBC before the NCLT.
GENERAL
Neither the Managing Director nor the Executive Directors have received any remuneration or commissionfrom Subsidiary of your Company.
The Company has taken adequate insurance cover for all its assets, including buildings, plant and machinery,stocks, and other insurable interests, to safeguard against risks such as fire, theft, and other unforeseen events.
Your Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items as there wereno transactions / events on these items during the year under review:
• Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise. and sweat equityshares.
• Significant or material orders passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which impact the goingconcern status and the Company’s operation in future.
• There has been no change in the nature of business of your Company.
• The Company has not made any one-time settlement for loans taken from the Banks or FinancialInstitutions, and hence the details of difference between amount of the valuation done at the time ofone-time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutionsalong with the reasons thereof is not applicable.
• During the year under review, there was no instance to report containing statement of deviation(s) orvariation(s) as per regulation 32 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
DISPATCH OF ANNUAL REPORT THROUGH ELECTRONIC MODE
Pursuant to Circular No. 14/2020 dated April 8, 2020, Circular No. 20/2020 dated May 5, 2020, Circular No.10/2022 dated December 28, 2022, Circular No. 9/2023 dated September 25, 2023, Circular No. 9/2024 datedSeptember 19, 2024 and 03/2025 dated September 22, 2025 issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (the"MCA") and Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") Circular Nos. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD-2/P/CIR/2024/133 dated October 3, 2024 read with Master Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/ CIR/P/0155dated November 11, 2024 (latest updated on January 30, 2026) and other relevant circulars issued by theMCA/SEBI in this regard (the "Circulars"), Notice of AGM and Annual Report will be sent through e-mail tothose Shareholders / beneficial owners whose name appear in the Register of Members / list of beneficiariesreceived from the Depositories and to those Shareholders whose e-mail id(s) are registered with the Companyor its RTA. The aforesaid documents will be available on the Company’s website at www.orientalrail.com
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
Statements in the Board’s Report and the Management Discussion & Analysis Report describing theCompany’s objectives, expectations or forecasts may be forward looking within the meaning of applicable lawsand regulations. Actual results may differ from those expressed in the statement.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND APPRECIATION
Your Directors’ wish to place on record their sincere appreciation for the continued cooperation and support ofthe customers, suppliers, bankers and Government authorities. Your Directors’ also wish to place on recordtheir deep appreciation for the dedicated services rendered by the Company’s executives, staff and workers.
By order of the BoardFor Oriental Rail Infrastructure Limited
Saleh N. Mithiborwala
Date: August 11, 2026 Chairman & Chief Financial Officer
Place: Mumbai DIN: 00171171