Accounting Policy
(a) Employee benefits - refer note 30
The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle thepresent obligation at the balance sheet date, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding theobligation. The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settlethe present obligation at the balance sheet date, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surroundingthe obligation. Where a provision is measured using the estimated cash flows to settle the present obligation,its carrying amount is the present value of those cash flows. The discount rate used is a pre-tax rate thatreflects current market assessments of the time value of money in that jurisdiction and the risks specificto the liability.
The amortisation or “unwinding” of the discount applied in establishing the provision is charged to the incomestatement in each accounting period. The amortisation of the discount is shown within finance costs in theStatement of profit or loss.
The Company makes contributions, determined as a specified percentage of employee salaries, inrespect of qualifying employees towards Provident and Pension Fund and Employee State Insurance('ESI') which are defined contribution plans. The Company has no obligations other than to make thespecified contributions. The contributions are recognised in the Standalone Statement of Profit and Lossas they accrue.
The expense for defined contribution plans amounts to J 405.59 Lakhs (31 March 2024: H 371.60 Lakhs). Outof these, J 394.83 Lakhs (31 March 2024: H358.06 Lakhs) pertains to provident fund plan and J 10.76 Lakhs(31 March 2024: H 13.54 Lakhs) pertains to ESI.
B. Defined benefits - Gratuity
The Company's gratuity benefit scheme for its employees in India is a defined benefit plan (funded).
The Company provides for gratuity for employees in India as per the Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972.Employees who are in continuous service for a period of 5 years are eligible for gratuity. The amountof gratuity payable on retirement/ termination is the employees last drawn basic salary per monthcomputed proportionately for 15 days salary multiplied for the number of years of service. The gratuityplan is a funded plan and the Company makes contributions to recognised funds in India.
Inherent risk
The plan is defined benefit in nature which is sponsored by the Company and hence it underwrites allthe risk pertaining to the plan. In particular, this exposes the Company, to actuarial risk such as adversesalary growth, change in demographic experience, inadequate return on underlying plan assets. Thismay result in an increase in cost of providing these benefits to employees in future. Since the benefitsare lump sum in nature, the plan is not subject to longevity risk. These defined benefit plans expose theCompany to actuarial risks, such as interest rate risk, salary inflation risk, demographic risk and market(investment) risk.
The following tables analyse present value of defined benefit obligations, expense recognised inStandalone Statement of Profit and Loss, actuarial assumptions and other information.
The above sensitivity analysis have been determined based on reasonable possible changes of therespective assumptions occurring at the end of the year and may not be representative of theactual change. It is based on a change in the key assumption while holding all other assumptionsconstant. When calculating the sensitivity to the assumption, the same method is used to calculatethe liability recognised in the Standalone Balance Sheet. The methods and types of assumptionsused in preparing the sensitivity analysis did not change compared to the previous year.
(vii) Actuarial assumptions
With the objective of presenting the plan assets and plan obligations of the defined benefits plans attheir fair value on the Standalone Balance Sheet, assumptions under Ind AS 19 are set by referenceto market conditions at the valuation date.
The Company's revenue primarily from sale of Carbon materials and chemicals, and power (generation anddistribution). Revenue excludes any taxes and duties collected on behalf of the Government.
Revenue from sale of products is recognised at the point in time when control of the goods is transferred to thecustomer, generally on delivery of the products.
At contract inception, the Company assess the goods promised in a contract with a customer and identifies asa performance obligation of each promise to transfer to the customer. Revenue from contracts with customersis recognized when control of goods is transferred to customers and the Company retains neither continuingmanagerial involvement to the degree usually associated with ownership nor effective control over the goods sold.Revenue from the sale of goods is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivables, net ofreturns and allowances and trade discounts.
A defined contribution plan is a post-employment benefit plan under which an entity pays fixed contributions intoa separate entity and will have no legal or constructive obligation to pay further amounts. Payments to definedcontribution retirement benefit plans are recognised as an expense when employees have rendered serviceentitling them to the contributions.
For defined benefit retirement plans, the cost of providing benefits is determined using the projected unit creditmethod, with actuarial valuations being carried out at the end of each annual reporting period. The present valueof the defined benefit obligation is determined by discounting the estimated future cash outflows using marketyields of government bonds having terms approximating to the terms of related obligation. The gratuity fund isbeing managed by Life Insurance Corporation of India.
Remeasurement, comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the changes to the asset ceiling (if applicable)and the return on plan assets (excluding interest), is reflected in the balance sheet with a charge or creditrecognised in other comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurement recognised in othercomprehensive income is reflected immediately in retained earnings and will not be reclassified to the statementof profit and loss. Past service cost is recognised in the statement of profit and loss in the period of a planamendment. Net interest is calculated by applying the discount rate at the beginning of the period to the netdefined benefit liability or asset.
The retirement benefit obligation recognised in the balance sheet represents the actual deficit or surplus in theCompany's defined benefit plans. Any surplus resulting from this calculation is limited to the present value of anyeconomic benefits available in the form of refunds from the plans or reductions in future contributions to the plans.
The Company has a policy on compensated absences which are both accumulating and non-accumulatingin nature. The expected cost of accumulating compensated absences is determined by actuarial valuationperformed by an independent actuary at each Balance Sheet date using projected unit credit method on theadditional amount expected to be paid / availed as a result of the unused entitlement that has accumulatedat the Balance Sheet date. Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in
actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to the statement of profit and loss in the period in which theyarise. Expense on non-accumulating compensated absences is recognized in the period in which they arise.Compensated absences which are not expected to occur within twelve months after the end of the period in whichthe employee renders the related service are recognised based on actuarial valuation at the present value of theobligation as on the reporting date.
Borrowing costs are interest and other costs (including exchange differences relating to foreign currencyborrowings to the extent that they are regarded as an adjustment to interest costs) incurred in connection withthe borrowing of funds. Borrowing costs directly attributable to acquisition or construction of an asset whichnecessarily take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use are capitalised as part of thecost of that asset. Other borrowing costs are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred.Where there is an unrealised exchange loss which is treated as an adjustment to interest and subsequently thereis a realised or unrealised gain in respect of the settlement or translation of the same borrowing, the gain to theextent of the loss previously recognised as an adjustment is recognised as an adjustment to interest.
Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. The current income tax charge is calculated onthe basis of the tax laws enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date. Taxable profit differs from'profit before tax' as reported in the statement of profit and loss because of items of income or expense that aretaxable or deductible in other years and items that are never taxable or deductible. Management periodicallyevaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject tointerpretation. It establishes provisions, where appropriate, on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the taxauthorities using a weighted average probability.
Deferred tax liabilities are recognised for all taxable temporary differences. Deferred tax assets are recognisedfor all deductible temporary differences to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be availableagainst which those deductible temporary differences can be utilised. Such assets and liabilities are notrecognised if the temporary difference arises from initial recognition (other than in a business combination)of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the taxable profit nor the accounting profit.Deferred tax on the deductible temporary difference and taxable temporary differences in respect of carrying valueof right of use assets and lease liability and their respective tax bases are recognised separately. The measurementof deferred tax liabilities and assets reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in whichthe Company expects, at the reporting date, to recover or settle the carrying amount of its assets and liabilities.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet date and reduced to the extent that itis no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.
Minimum Alternative Tax (MAT) is recognized as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidencethat the Company will pay normal income tax during the specified period. MAT Credits are in the form of unusedtax credits that are carried forward by the Company for a specified period of time, hence it is grouped withDeferred Tax Asset.
Current and deferred tax are recognised in the statement of profit and loss, except when they relate to items thatare recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case, the current and deferred tax arealso recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively.
B. The Company has established a comprehensive system of maintenance of information and documents asrequired by the transfer pricing regulations under Sections 92-92F of the Income-tax Act, 1961. Since the lawrequires existence of such information and documentation to be contemporaneous in nature, the Companycontinuously updates its documents for the international transactions entered into with the associatedenterprises during the financial year. The management is of the opinion that its international transactionsare at arm's length so that the aforesaid legislation will not have any impact on the Standalone financialstatements, particularly on the amount of tax expense for the year and that of provision for taxation.
a) Deferred tax assets is not recognised on certain items [such as investment impairment, loss allowanceson advances and capital loss] due to lack of reasonable certainty.
b) MAT credit entitlement is the amount which is available for set off in subsequent years against incometax liabilities as per the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
c) Section 115 BAA of the Income-tax Act, 1961, introduced by the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019gives a one-time irreversible option for payment of income-tax at reduced rate with effect from financialyear commencing 1 April 2019 subject to certain conditions. The Company had assessed the impact ofthe above amendment and decided to continue with the existing tax structure till the current financialyear 2024-25 to utilise the accumulated Minimum Alternative Tax ('MAT') and to migrate to new taxregime from next financial year 2025-26. Accordingly the Company has re-assessed the deferred taxassets / liability that is expected to reverse on exercising the option on the future date as per Ind AS 12'Income Taxes' and thus reversal of net deferred tax liability of J 301.10 Lakhs (31 March 2024: H 1,025.00Lakhs) has been recognised during the financial year. The unutlised balance of MAT of J 356.67 Lakhshas been charged to deferred tax expense in the standalone statement of profit and loss for the yearended 31 March 2025.
Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing profit or loss attributable to equity shareholders of the Companyby the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. For the purpose of calculating dilutedearnings per share, the net profit or loss for the year attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted averagenumber of shares outstanding during the year are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.
(to the extent not provided for)
Contingent liabilities are disclosed when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence ofwhich will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events notwholly within the control of the Company or a present obligation that arises from past events where it is either notprobable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amountcannot be made. Contingent assets are neither recognised nor disclosed in the standalone financial statements.
Note:
(i) Cash outflows for the above are determinable only on receipt of final judgments pending at variousforums/ authorities. The Company has reviewed all its pending litigations and proceedings and hasadequately provided for where provisions are required and disclosed as contingent liabilities whereapplicable, in its Standalone financial statements. The Company does not expect the outcome of theseproceedings to have a materially adverse effect on its financial position.
(ii) Others represents dispute with a lessor in respect of arrear dues. The Company based on independentlegal opinion, does not foresee any significant financial liability on this account.
(c) Leases (ind AS 116)
The Company assesses whether a contract is or contains a lease, at inception of the contract. The Companyrecognises a right-of-use asset and a corresponding lease liability with respect to all lease arrangements inwhich it is the lessee, except for short-term leases (defined as leases with a lease term of 12 months or less)and leases of low value assets. For these leases, the Company recognises the lease payments as an operatingexpense on a straight-line basis over the lease term, unless another systematic basis is more representative ofthe time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased assets are consumed. Contingent and variablerentals are recognized as expense in the periods in which they are incurred.
The lease payments that are not paid at the commencement date are discounted using the interest rateimplicit in the lease. If that rate cannot be readily determined, which is generally the case for leases in theCompany, the lessee's incremental borrowing rate is used, being the rate that the individual lessee would haveto pay to borrow the funds necessary to obtain an asset of similar value to the right-of-use asset in a similareconomic environment with similar terms, security and conditions.
To determine the incremental borrowing rate, the company uses a build-up approach that starts with a risk¬free interest rate adjusted for credit risk and makes adjustments specific to the lease, e.g. term, security etc.
A. Description of share-based payment arrangement
Himadri Employees Stock Option Plan 2016 (equity-settled)
The Company at its 28th Annual General Meeting held on 24 September 2016, has approved “HimadriEmployees Stock Option Plan 2016” (ESOP 2016 or Plan) for granting 40,00,000 Employees Stock Optionsto certain "eligible employees". The Plan is administered by the Nomination and Remuneration Committeeof the Board (“the Committee”) in compliance with the provisions of SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefitsand Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act. 2013 for the timebeing in force. The option granted to certain eligible employees including certain key management personnelon vesting condition of time basis, Company performance and individual performance as specified in thegrant letter issued to each employee.
Expected volatility has been based on an evaluation of the historical volatility of the Company's share price,particularly over the historical period commensurate with the expected term. The expected term of theinstruments has been based on historical experience and general option holder behaviour.
Expected life of the options has been calculated on the assumption that options would exercise within oneyear from the date of vesting.
The fair value of option on the date of grant have been done by an independent valuer appointed by themanagement using the Black Scholes Merton Model.
* Expected volatility on the Company's stock price on National Stock Exchange of India Ltd based on the data commensurate withthe expected life of the options up to the date of grant.
** Expected dividend on underlying shares is taken as 10% on market price as on the date of grant.
All related party transactions entered during the year were in ordinary course of business and are on arm'slength basis. Outstanding balances at the year-end is unsecured and settlement occurs in cash.
Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transactionbetween market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable orestimated using another valuation technique.
The Company has an established control framework with respect to the measurement of fair values. In estimatingthe fair value of an asset or a liability, the Company takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liabilityif market participants would take those characteristics into account when pricing the asset or liability at themeasurement date. The management has overall responsibility for overseeing all significant fair value measurementsand it regularly reviews significant unobservable inputs and valuation adjustments. If third party information,such as broker quotes or pricing services, is used to measure fair values, then the valuation team assesses theevidence obtained from the third parties to support the conclusion that these valuations meet the requirementsof Ind AS, including the level in the fair value hierarchy in which the valuations should be classified. Fair value formeasurement and/or disclosure purposes in the financial statement is determined on such a basis, except forshare-based payment transactions, leasing transactions and measurements that have some similarities to fair valuebut are not fair value, such as net realisable value in Inventories or value in use in Impairment of Assets.
The estimated fair value of the Company's financial instruments is based on market prices and valuation techniques.Valuations are made with the objective to include relevant factors that market participants would consider in settinga price, and to apply accepted economic and financial methodologies for the pricing of financial instruments.References for less active markets are carefully reviewed to establish relevant and comparable data.
The Company has established the following fair value hierarchy that categories the value into 3 levels. Theinputs to valuation techniques used to measure fair value of financial instruments are:
Level 1: The hierarchy uses quoted (adjusted) prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. Thefair value of all bonds which are traded in the stock exchanges is valued using the closing price or dealerquotations as at the reporting date.
Level 2: The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (for example tradedbonds, over the counter derivatives) is determined using valuation techniques which maximise the use ofobservable market data and rely as little as possible on company specific estimates. Unquoted mutual fundunits are valued using the closing net asset value. If all significant inputs required to fair value an instrumentare observable, the instrument is included in level 2.
Level 3: If one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data, the instrument isincluded in level 3.
The following methods and assumptions were used to estimate the fair values:
(a) The fair value of the quoted investments are based on market price at the respective reporting date.
(b) The fair value of the unquoted investments included in level 2 has been determined using valuationtechniques with market observable inputs. The model incorporate various inputs including prevailingmarket value of investments in listed company.
(c) The fair value of the quoted /unquoted investments included in level 3 are based on the cost approach toarrive at their fair value. The cost of unquoted investments approximate the fair value because there is arange of possible fair value measurements and the cost represents estimate of fair value within that range.
(d) The fair value of forward foreign exchange contracts is calculated as the present value determined usingforward exchange rates and interest rate curve of the respective currencies.
(e) The fair value of currency swap is calculated as the present value determined using forward exchangerates, currency basis spreads between the respective currencies and interest rate curves.
(f) The fair value of the remaining financial instruments is determined using discounted cash flow analysis.The discount rate used is based on the Company's estimates.
(g) The fair value of the commodity hedge is determined using the commodity rates existing as at the endof the reporting period.
The significant observable inputs used in the fair value measurement of the fair value hierarchy of level 3inputs like discounted cash flows, market multiple method, option pricing model etc.
There were no transfer of financial assets or liabilities measured at fair value between level 1 and level 2, ortransfer into or out of level 3 during the year ended 31 March 2025 and 31 March 2024.
The fair values of the financial assets and liabilities are defined as the price that would be received on sale of an
asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement
date. Methods and assumptions used to estimate the fair values are consistent with those used for the year
ended 31 March 2024.
1. The fair values of investments in mutual fund units is based on the net asset value ('NAV') as stated by theissuers of these mutual fund units in the published statements as at Balance Sheet date. NAV representsthe price at which the issuer will issue further units of mutual fund and the price at which issuers willredeem such units from the investors.
2. The fair values of the derivative financial instruments has been determined using valuation techniqueswith market observable inputs. The models incorporate various inputs including the credit quality ofcounter-parties and foreign exchange forward rates.
Other financial assets and liabilities
- Cash and Cash equivalents, trade receivables, investments in term deposits, other financial assets (exceptderivative financial instruments), trade payables, and other financial liabilities (except derivative financialinstruments) have fair values that approximate to their carrying amounts due to their short-term nature.
- Loans have fair values that approximate to their carrying amounts as it is based on the net present valueof the anticipated future cash flows using rates currently available for debt on similar terms, credit riskand remaining maturities.
Certain investments are valued using level 3 techniques. A change in one or more of the inputs to reasonablypossible alternative assumptions would not change the value significantly.
The Company has exposure to the following risks arising from financial instruments:
(i) Credit risk
(ii) Liquidity risk
(iii) Market risk
The Company's principal financial liabilities, other than derivatives, comprises of borrowings, trade and otherpayables. The main purpose of these financial liabilities is to finance the Company operations. The Company'sprincipal financial assets, other than derivatives include trade and other receivables, investments and cash andcash equivalents that derive directly from its operations.
The Company's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk and liquidityrisk. The Company's primary risk management focus is to minimise potential adverse effects of market risk on itsfinancial performance. The Company uses derivative financial instruments to mitigate foreign exchange relatedrisk exposures. The Company's exposure to credit risk is influenced mainly by the individual characteristic ofeach customer and the concentration of risk from the top few customers. The Company's risk managementassessment and policies and processes are established to identify and analyse the risks faced by the Company, toset appropriate risk limits and controls, and to monitor such risks and compliance with the same. Risk assessmentand management policies and processes are reviewed regularly to reflect changes in market conditions and theCompany's activities.
This note presents information about the Company's exposure to each of the above risks, the Company's objectives,policies and processes for measuring and managing risk, and the Company's management of capital. The key risksand mitigating actions are also placed before the audit committee of the Company.
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss of the Company if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrumentfails to meet its contractual obligations, and arises principally from the Company's receivables from customersand loans. Credit arises when a customer or counterparty does not meet its obligations under a financialinstrument or customer contract, leading to a financial loss. The Company is exposed to credit risk from itsoperating activities (primarily trade receivables) and from its financing/investing activities, including depositswith bank, investments in debt securities and foreign exchange transactions. The carrying amount of financialassets represent the maximum credit risk exposure.
Trade receivable
The Company has established a credit policy under which each new customer is analysed individually forcreditworthiness before the Company's standard payment and delivery terms and conditions are offered.All trade receivables are reviewed and assessed for default on a quarterly basis. Our historical experience ofcollecting receivables indicate a low credit risk.
The Company's exposure to credit risk is influenced mainly by the individual characteristics of each customer.However the Company also considers the factors that may influence the credit risk of its customer base,including the default risk associated with the industry and country in which customer operates. The Companylimits its exposure to credit risk from trade receivables by establishing a maximum payment period of threemonths for customers.
Trade receivables are primarily unsecured and are derived from revenue earned from customers. Creditrisk is managed through credit approvals, establishing credit limits and by continuously monitoring thecreditworthiness of customers to which the Company grants credit terms in the normal course of business. Asper simplified approach, the Company makes provision of expected credit losses on trade receivables using aprovision matrix to mitigate the risk of default payments and makes appropriate provisions at each reportingdate whenever is for longer period and involves higher risk. The Company uses expected credit loss model toassess the impairment loss or gain. The Company uses a provision matrix to compute the credit loss allowancefor trade receivables.
Liquidity risk is defined as the risk that the Company will not be able to settle or meet its obligations on timeor at reasonable price. Prudent liquidity risk management implies maintaining sufficient cash and marketablesecurities and the availability of funding through an adequate amount of credit facilities to meet obligationswhen due. The Company's finance team is responsible for liquidity, finding as well as settlement management.In addition, processes and policies related to such risks are overseen by senior management. Managementmonitors the Company's liquidity position through rolling forecasts on the basis of expected cash flows.
The Company's approach to managing liquidity is to ensure, as far as possible, that it will have sufficientliquidity to meet its liabilities when they are due, under both normal and stressed conditions, without incurringunacceptable losses or risking damage to the Company's reputation.
Market risk is the risk of loss of future earnings, fair value or future cash flows that may result from a change inthe price of a financial instrument. The value of a financial instrument may change as a result of changes in theinterest rates, foreign currency exchange rates, commodity prices, equity prices and other market changesthat effect market risk sensitive instruments. Market risk is attributable to all market risk sensitive financialinstruments including investments and deposits, foreign currency receivables, payables and borrowings.
All such transactions are carried out within the guidelines set by the management. Generally, the Companyseeks to apply hedge accounting to manage volatility in other comprehensive income.
(a) Currency risk
Foreign currency risk is the risk impact related to fair value or future cash flows of an exposure in foreigncurrency, which fluctuate due to changes in foreign exchange rates. The Company's exposure to the riskof changes in foreign exchange rates relates primarily to the foreign currency borrowings, import of rawmaterials and spare parts, capital expenditure, exports of finished goods. The currency in which thesetransactions are primarily denominated is USD. The Company manages currency exposures within prescribedlimits, through use of forward exchange contracts and cross currency swap. Foreign exchange transactionsare covered with strict limits placed on the amount of uncovered exposure, if any, at any point of time.
The Company evaluates exchange rate exposure arising from foreign currency transactions. The Companyfollows established risk management policies and standard operating procedures. It uses derivativeinstruments like foreign currency swaps and forwards to hedge exposure to foreign currency risk. Whena derivative is entered into for the purpose of being a hedge, the Company negotiates the terms of thosederivatives to match the terms of the hedged exposure.
(b) interest rate risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuatebecause of changes in market interest rates. The Company's exposure to the risk of changes in marketinterest rates related primarily to the Company's current borrowings with floating interest rates. For allnon-current borrowings with floating rates, the risk of variation in the interest rates in mitigated throughinterest rate swaps. The Company constantly monitors the credit markets and rebalances its financingstrategies to achieve an optimal maturity profile and financing cost.
Interest rate sensitivity has been calculated assuming the borrowings outstanding at the reporting datehave been outstanding for the entire reporting period and all other variables, in particulars foreigncurrency exchange rates, remain constant. Further, the calculation for the unhedged floating rateborrowing have been done on the notional value of the foreign currency.
(c) Equity price risks
The Company's quoted and unquoted equity instruments are susceptible to market price risk arisingfrom uncertainties about future values of the investment securities. The reports on the equity portfolioare submitted to the Company's senior management on a regular basis. The senior management reviewsand approves all equity investment decisions.
Sensitivity analysis
Investment in equity instruments made by the Company are listed on the BSE Ltd (BSE), NationalStock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) and Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE) in India. There is no significantinvestment outstanding as at 31 March 2025. Hence, sensitivity analysis is not given.
The Company's policy is to maintain a strong capital base so as to maintain investor, creditor and marketconfidence and to sustain future development of the business. The management monitors the return on capital,as well as the level of dividends to equity shareholders. The Company's objective when managing capital are to:
(a) maximise shareholders value and provide benefits to other stakeholders and (b) maintain an optimal capitalstructure to reduce the cost of capital. The Company may take appropriate steps in order to maintain or adjust itscapital structure.
For the purpose of the Company's capital management
(a) Borrowings include as non-current borrowings, current borrowings and current maturities of non-currentborrowings as described in note 19
(b) Equity includes issued, subscribed and fully paid-up equity share capital and other equity attributable to theequity holders of the Company as described in note 17 and 18.
(c) Cash and bank balances include cash and cash equivalents, mutual funds and Bank balances other than cashand cash equivalents (refer note 9 and 10)
The Company has presented segment information in the Consolidated financial statements which are presented
in the same annual report. Accordingly, in terms of paragraph 4 of Ind AS 108 'Operating segment', no disclosures
related to segments are presented in these Standalone financial statements.
No proceedings have been initiated on or are pending against the Company for holding benami propertyunder the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988 (45 of 1988) and Rules made thereunder.
The Company has taken working capital borrowings from banks and financial institutions on the basis ofsecurity of current assets. The quarterly statement filed to the banks and financial institutions are in agreementwith the books of accounts.
The Company has not been declared willful defaulter by any bank or financial institution or government or anygovernment authority.
The Company has complied with the number of layers prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013.
The Company has not entered into any scheme of arrangement which has an accounting impact on currentor previous financial year.
No funds have been advanced or loaned or invested funds (either borrowed funds or share premium or any othersources or kind of funds) by the Company to or in any other person(s) or entity(ies), including foreign entities("Intermediaries") with the understanding, whether recorded in writing or otherwise, that the intermediary shalllend or invest in party identified by or on behalf of the Company (Ultimate Beneficiaries). The Company has notreceived any fund from any party(s) (Funding Party) with the understanding that the Company shall whether,directly or indirectly lend or invest in other persons or entities identified by or on behalf of the Company ("UltimateBeneficiaries") or provide any guarantee, security or the like to or on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries.
The Company do not have any such transactions which are not recorded in the books of accounts that hasbeen surrendered or disclosed as income during the year in the tax assessments under the Income Tax Act,1961 (such as, search or survey or any other relevant provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961).
The Company has not traded or invested in crypto currency or virtual currency during the currentor previous year.
(xi) Valuation of PP&E, intangible asset and investment property
The Company has not revalued its property, plant and equipment (including right-of-use assets) or intangibleassets or both during the current or previous year.
There are no charges or satisfaction which are yet to be registered with the Registrar of Companies beyondthe statutory period.
The borrowings obtained by the Company from banks and financial institutions have been applied for thepurposes for which such loans were taken.
(xiv) The Company has used accounting software for maintaining its books of account which has a featureof recording audit trail (edit log) facility and the same has operated throughout the year for all relevanttransactions recorded in the software. Further, there are no instance of audit trail feature being tampered andthe audit trail has been preserved by the company as per the statutory requirements for record retention.
45. The management has evaluated all activities of the Company till 21 April 2025 and concluded that there were noadditional subsequeent events required to be reflected in the Group's financial statements except the followingCompanies which become subsidiary Companies:** The Company holds 49% of paid-up equity share capital of Himadri Birla Tyre Manufacturer Private Limited ("HBTMPL”) w.e.f. 01 April2025. However, based on contractual rights (including potential voting right combined with 49% voting right), the Company has the powerto make decisions concerning relevant activities and thus has control over HBTMPL as per IND AS 110: "Consolidated Financial Statements.
As per our report of even date attached
For Singhi & Co. For and on behalf of the Board of Directors of
Chartered Accountants Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd
Firm's Registration Number: 302049E CIN: L27106WB1987PLC042756
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Navindra Kumar Surana Anurag Choudhary Shyam Sundar Choudhary
Partner Chairman cum Managing Director & Executive Director
Membership No. 053816 Chief Executive Officer DIN: 00173732
DIN: 00173934
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Kamlesh Kumar Agarwal Monika Saraswat
Chief Financial Officer Company Secretary &
Compliance Officer
Place: Kolkata Place: Kolkata
Date: 21 April 2025 Date: 21 April 2025