The Directors have the pleasure of presenting the Third (3rd) Annual Report of your Companytogether with the Audited Financial Statement for the year ended 31 March, 2026.
The Company's financial performance for the year ended on 31 March, 2026 is summarizedbelow:
Particulars
For the year ended31 March, 2026
r ^For the year ended31 March, 2025
Revenue from operation
8962.72
5737.62
Add : other Income
19.05
9.44
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Total Income
8981.77
5747.06
Less: Total Expenditure
7673.46
4770.68
Profit/(Loss) before Tax
1308.31
976.38
t’
Less: Tax Expenses
341.56
297.03
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Profit/(Loss) for the year from continuingoperations
k_.
966.75
679.35
Earning per equity share (Face value ? 10/-)(Basic and Diluted in ?)
9.03
8.48
The Company reports rise in the revenue from operations of ^ 8962.72 lacs as comparedto the previous year of ^ 5737.62 lacs. After providing for interest, depreciation and taxes,the net profit for the year stood at ^ 966.75 lacs as compared to ^ 679.35 lacs in theprevious year. EPS for the year was ^ 9.03 per share as compared to ^ 8.48 per share inthe previous year. Detailed working on operation of the Company is provided in themanagement discussion and analysis report as forms part of this.
The Company marked a monumental milestone in the history of the Company withthe successful completion of its Initial Public Offering (IPO). The issue garneredoverwhelming market response, achieving an overall subscription of 7.67 times acrossall investor categories.
To unlock the benefits of public listing, enhance corporate brand equity, and establisha robust public market for its equity shares in India, the Company successfully listed itsshares on the stock exchange. The capital raise comprised a fresh issue of 29,46,000equity shares of face value of ^ 10/- each, aggregating to ^ 2,975.46 Lacs.
The equity shares of the Company were officially listed and commenced trading onthe SME platform of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE Emerge) on21 May, 2025.
The Company is a rapidly emerging Indian Contract Development and ManufacturingOrganization (CDMO), dedicated to manufacturing and marketing high-qualitypharmaceutical formulations. Powered by a vision to deliver healthcare solutions thatadhere to stringent international quality standards at competitive price points, theCompany has established a robust domestic market presence and continues tostrategically expand its global footprint.
Our comprehensive product portfolio spans a diverse range of therapeutic segmentsand dosage forms, classified under the following core categories - Tablets, Capsules,Oral Liquid, Oral Powder (Sachet, Dry Syrup) and External Preparations (Ointment, Cream,Gel, Lotion, Medicated Shampoo, Mouthwash, Dusting Powder).
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report providing the detailed overview ofthe Company's performance, industry trends, business and risks involved has beenprovided separately and forms part of this report.
The Company has consistently pursued a path of expansion to drive long term growth. Inline with the need to conserve the Company's resources, the Board of Directors has notrecommended any dividend for the financial year ended 31 March, 2026.
The Board of Directors has decided not to transfer any amount to the General Reserves forthe year under review.
SHARE CAPITALAuthorised Share Capital:
y As on 31 March, 2026, the Authorised Share Capital of the Company is ^ 13,00,00,000/-consisting 1,30,00,000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each.
Paid up Share Capital:
y As on 1 April, 2025, the Paid-Up Capital of the Company is ? 8,17,00,000/- consisting
81.70.000 equity shares of ? 10/- each fully paid-up.
y The Paid-Up Capital of the Company was increased from ^ 8,17,00,000/- to ^ 11,11,60,000/-due to allotment of 29,46,000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each to public pursuant freshissue IPO dated 19 May, 2025.
y As on 31 March, 2026, the Paid-Up Capital of the Company is ^ 11,11,60,000/- consisting
1.11.16.000 equity shares of ^ 10/- each fully paid-up.
As on 31 March, 2026, the Company does not have any Subsidiaries, Joint Venture andAssociate Companies. Therefore, pursuant to the provisions of Section 129(3) of theCompanies Act, 2013, the statement containing salient features of the financialstatements of subsidiaries or associate companies or Joint ventures in Form AOC-1 isnot required.
During the year under review, the Company has not given any loan, not provided guaranteeor security and not made any investment under the provisions of section 186 of theCompanies Act, 2013.
All Related Party Transactions entered during the financial year 2025-26 were incompliance to the provisions of law and were entered with the approval of AuditCommittee, Board and Shareholders, wherever applicable. All related party transactionsexecuted during the financial year were on arm's length basis, ordinary course ofbusiness and in accordance with the provisions of the Act and the rules madethereunder, the SEBI Listing Regulations and your Company's Policy on Related PartyTransactions. Further, there were no related party transactions which could beconsidered material based on the definition of material transaction as mentionedunder Regulation 23 of the SEBI Listing Regulations. Accordingly, the disclosure in FormAOC-2 pursuant to compliance of Section 134(3)(h) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is not applicable to the Company for2025-26 and hence does not form part of this report.
Your Company did not enter into any related party transactions during the year underreview, which could be prejudicial to the interest of minority shareholder.
The disclosures as required are provided in accounting standard in relation totransactions with related parties which are forming the part of the notes to FinancialStatements. The policy on Related Party Transaction is available on the website of theCompany www.accretionpharma.com.
The Company has neither accepted nor renewed any deposits from the public withinthe meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies(Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 during the year under review.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS, IF ANY, AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OFTHE COMPANY WHICH HAVE OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR OF THECOMPANY TO WHICH THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
There is no change taken place which affect the financial position of the Companybetween the end of the financial year of the Company to which the Financial Statementsrelate and the date of the report during the year under review.
There is no change in the nature of the business of the Company.
A statement containing information on Conservation of energy, Technology absorptionand foreign exchange earnings and outgo stipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is annexedherewith as Annexure A to this Report.
Your Company has well constituted Board in accordance with the provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013 and Article of Association of the Company.
Appointment
y Mr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar: Based on the recommendation of theNomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board of Directors appointedMr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar as an Additional Director designated as NonExecutive Independent Director with effect from 19 April 2025, for a first term offive (5) consecutive years and subsequently, the Shareholders approved hisappointment as a Non-Executive Independent Director at the 2nd Annual GeneralMeeting of the Company held on 25 September 2025.
y Ms. Nishtha Harivanshi Pamnani: Based on the recommendation of theNomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board of Directors appointedMs. Nishtha Harivanshi Pamnani as an Additional Director designated as NonExecutive Independent Director with effect from 10 June, 2025, for a first term offive (5) consecutive years and subsequently, the Shareholders approved herappointment as a Non-Executive Independent Director at the 2nd Annual GeneralMeeting of the Company held on 25 September 2025.
y Mr. Mayur Popatlal Sojitra: Based on the recommendation of the Nomination andRemuneration Committee, the Board of Directors re-designated Mr. Mayur PopatlalSojitra (DIN: 09108404), Executive Director as the Non-Executive Non-Independentof the Company and subsequently, the Shareholders approved his re-designationas Non-Executive Non-Independent at the 2nd Annual General Meeting of theCompany held on 25 September 2025.
y CS Roshni Shah: The Board of Directors has appointed CS Roshni Shah as CompanySecretary and Compliance Officer of the Company with effect from 01 September,2025, in its Board Meeting held on 01 September, 2025.
y Mr. Shyam Bhadresh Kapadia has resigned from the post of Non-Executive IndependentDirector of the Company with effect from 19 April, 2025.
y Mr. Vijay Bharatbhai Anadkat has resigned from the post of Non-Executive IndependentDirector of the Company with effect from 26 May, 2025.
y CS Bhavika Dhaval Makadia has resigned from the post of Company Secretary andCompliance Officer of the Company with effect from 01 September, 2025.
Retiring By Rotation
Mr. Hardik Mukundbhai Prajapati, Director, will retires by rotation and being eligible,offers himself for re-appointment as per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. Aresolution seeking Members approval for his re-appointment forms part of the3rd AGM Notice.
Apart from this, none of the Directors and Key Managerial Personnel have been appointed,ceased or resigned during the period under review.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Company has a balanced Board of Directors, comprising an optimal mix ofExecutive and Non-Executive Directors, including Independent Directors and aWoman Director, as mandated by applicable law. This composition plays a vital rolein Board processes, providing independent judgment on matters of strategy andperformance. The Board consists of eminent individuals from diverse fields, eachbringing valuable experience and expertise to the Company.
The composition of the Board, attendance at the Board Meetings during the year endedon 31 March, 2026 are given below:
Name of Director
Category
Board Meetingheld during his/hertenure
Board Meetingattended during his/her tenure
Harshad
Nanubhai Rathod
Chairman and Directorand Chief Financial Officer
8
7
Vivek
Ashokkumar Patel
Managing Director
Hardik
Mukundbhai Prajapati
Executive Director
Mayur Popatlal Sojitra
Non-Executive Director
Grishma AjayraoShewale
Independent Director
—
Shyam
Bhadresh Kapadia#
1
Vijay
Bharatbhai Anadkat@
4
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Chand
Rameshbhai KanabarA
Ý--
Nishtha
Harivanshi Pamnani$
3
#Mr. Shyam Bhadresh Kapadia has resigned w.e.f. 19 April, 2025.
@Mr. Vijay Bharatbhai Anadkat has resigned w.e.f. 26 May, 2025.
AMr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar has appointed as Independent Director w.e.f. 19 April, 2025.
$Ms. Nishtha Harivanshi Pamnani has appointed as Independent Director w.e.f. 10 June, 2025.
Number of meetings of the Board of Directors
During the year under review, 8 (Eight) Board Meetings were held on 19 April, 2025,06 May, 2025, 13 May, 2025, 19 May, 2025, 10 June, 2025, 01 September, 2025, 14 November,2025 and 10 March, 2026. The provisions of Companies Act, 2013 were adhered to whileconsidering the time gap between two meetings.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under, theBoard has carried the evaluation of performance of Individual Directors includingIndependent Directors, Board as Whole and its Committees and performance of theChairman of the Board, on the basis of qualification, experience, knowledge &competency, availability & attendance and fulfillment of functions assigned by theBoard / Law, initiative and team work, commitment, contribution and integrity,independence, independent views and judgment, compliances with policies of thecompany, code of conduct & ethics, availability & attendance, adequacy ofcommittee composition and expertise, evaluation of risk, grievance redressal forinvestors, conflict of interest, stakeholder value and responsibility, corporate cultureand values and various other criteria as recommended by the Nomination andRemuneration Committee of the Company. The Directors expressed their satisfactionwith the evaluation process and outcome.
Further, Separate meeting of Independent Directors was held on 10 March, 2026, withoutthe presence of Non- Independent Directors, inter-alia, to review performance ofChairperson and Non-Independent Directors of the Company, to review performanceof the entire Board of Directors of the Company, to assess the quality, quantity andtimeliness of flow of information and to ensure adequate deliberations on related partytransaction.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have given their declarations to theCompany under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Regulation 25(8)of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 that theymeet the criteria of independence as provided under Section 149(6) of the CompaniesAct, 2013 read with Regulation 16(l)(b) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations 2015. They have further declared that they are notdebarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as directors ofcompanies by the SEBI /Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such statutory authority.The terms and conditions of the appointment of Independent Directors have beendisclosed on the website of the Companywww.accretionpharma.com.
In the opinion of the Board, all the Independent Directors are persons of integrity andpossess the requisite expertise, experience, and proficiency to effectively dischargetheir duties and responsibilities.
The Audit Committee serves as a vital link between the Management, StatutoryAuditors, Internal Auditors, and the Board of Directors, overseeing the financial reportingprocess of the Company. Its primary role is to monitor the integrity of financial reporting,review the Company's internal financial control systems and governance practices,and evaluate the effectiveness of statutory and internal audit functions.
The Audit Committee has been constituted by the Board of the Directors in compliancewith the provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the rules madethereunder and Regulation 18 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015 (SEBI Listing Regulations) read with Part C of Schedule IIof the SEBI Listing Regulations and the powers, role and terms of reference of theCommittee are in accordance with the aforesaid requirements of the Act and SEBIListing Regulations. Apart from the above, the Committee also carries out such functions/responsibilities entrusted on it by the Board of Directors from time to time. The CompanySecretary of the Company acts as a Secretary to the Committee. The Chairman of theCommittee is an Independent Director having knowledge in Finance.
During the year under review, the Audit Committee held Five (5) meetings on 19 April,2025, 10 June, 2025, 01 September, 2025, 14 November, 2025 and 10 March, 2026. Timeelapsed between two meetings never exceeded 120 days.
The composition of the Audit Committee and the details of the meetings attendedby its members during the financial year ended 31 March, 2026 are as under:
Name of CommitteeMembers
Designation
Meeting held duringhis/her tenure
Meeting attendedduring his/her tenure
Bhadresh Kapadia*
Chairperson
r 'Independent Director
L__^
r Ý>1
r 'Vijay
r 'Chairperson
Rameshbhai Kanabar"
Member
Director and CFO
5
r 'Grishma AjayraoShewale
r 'Member
#Mr. Shyam Bhadresh Kapadia ceased to be a Member of the Committee upon his resignation from the Board w.e.f. 19 April 2025.@Mr. Vijay Bharatbhai Anadkat was appointed as the Chairperson of the Committee w.e.f. 19 April 2025 and ceased to be theChairperson and a Member of the Committee upon his resignation from the Board w.e.f. 26 May 2025.
"Mr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar was appointed as a Member of the Committee w.e.f. 19 April 2025 and as the Chairpersonof the Committee w.e.f. 10 June 2025.
During the year, the Board has accepted all the recommendations made by the AuditCommittee
B. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) has been constituted by theBoard of the Directors in compliance with the provisions of Section 178 of the CompaniesAct, 2013 read with the rules made thereunder and Regulation 19 of the SEBI ListingRegulations read with Part D of Schedule II of the SEBI Listing Regulations and the powers,role and terms of reference of the Committee are in accordance with the aforesaidrequirements of the Act and SEBI Listing Regulations.
Apart from the above, the Committee also carries out such functions/responsibilitiesentrusted on it by the Board of Directors from time to time. The Company Secretary of theCompany acts as a Secretary to the Committee.
During the year under review, the Nomination & Remuneration Committee held Three (3)meeting on 19 April, 2025, 10 June, 2025 and 01 September, 2025.
The composition of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee and the details of themeetings attended by its members during the financial year ended 31 March, 2026 areas under:
L_J
2
r 'Harshad
r '3
r '2
Harivanshi Pamnani5
r *11
$Ms. Nishtha Harivanshi Pamnani was appointed as a Member of the Committee w.e.f. 10 June, 2025.
C. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
The Stakeholders' Relationship Committee (SRC) has been constituted by the Board of theDirectors in compliance with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 readwith the rules made thereunder and Regulation 20 of the SEBI Listing Regulations read withPart D of Schedule II of the SEBI Listing Regulations and the powers, role and terms ofreference of the Committee are in accordance with the aforesaid requirements of the Actand SEBI Listing Regulations. Apart from the above, the Committee also carries out suchfunctions/responsibilities entrusted on it by the Board of Directors from time to time. TheCompany Secretary of the Company acts as a Secretary to the Committee.
During the year under review, the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee held One (1) meetingon 10 March, 2026.
The composition of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee and the details of themeetings attended by its members during the financial year ended 31 March, 2026 areas under:
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#Mr. Shyam Bhadresh Kapadia ceased to be a Member of the Committee upon his resignation from the Board w.e.f. 19 April 2025.
@Mr. Vijay Bharatbhai Anadkat was appointed as the Chairperson of the Committee w.e.f. 19 April 2025 and ceased to be theChairperson and a Member of the Committee upon his resignation from the Board w.e.f. 26 May 2025.
AMr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar was appointed as a Member of the Committee w.e.f. 19 April 2025 and as the Chairpersonof the Committee w.e.f. 10 June 2025.
D. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee has been constituted by the Boardof the Directors in compliance with the requirements of Section 135 of the Companies Act,2013 and rules made there under. The CSR Policy is available on the website of theCompanywww.accretionpharma.com. The powers, role and terms of reference of theCorporate Social Responsibility Committee covers the areas as mentioned under Section135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy)Rules, 2014. Apart from the above, the Committee also carries out such functions/responsibilities entrusted on it by the Board of Directors from time to time.
During the year under review, the Corporate Social Responsibility held One (1) meeting on01 September, 2025.
The composition of the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee as on 31 March, 2026is as under:
Director
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@Mr. Vijay Bharatbhai Anadkat ceased to be a Member of the Committee upon his resignation from the Board w.e.f.26 May 2025.
AMr. Chand Rameshbhai Kanabar was appointed as a Member of the Committee w.e.f. 10 June 2025.
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committeeframed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Senior Management and theirremuneration. Details of Remuneration under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013and details required under Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are also stated in Annexure B which forms part of thisAnnual Report. Nomination and Remuneration policy can be assessed atwww.accretionpharma.com.
The Remuneration policy covers the remuneration for the Directors (Chairman, ManagingDirector, Independent Directors and other Non-executive Directors) and other employees(under senior management cadre and management cadre).
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
The information pertaining to employee drawing remuneration as per Section 197(12) of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with per Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment andRemuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, pertaining to the names and otherparticulars of employees is available for inspection at the registered office of the Companyduring business hours on working days of the Company up to the date of ensuing AGM.Having regard to the provisions of Section 134 and Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013,the Reports and Accounts are being sent to the Members excluding such information. AnyShareholder interested in obtaining a copy of the same may write to the CompanySecretary and Compliance Officer either at the Registered Office address or by email tocompliance@accretionpharma.com.
The Company firmly believes that its human capital is the cornerstone of its sustained growth,operational excellence, and long-term value creation. Recognizing that a skilled, engaged,and motivated workforce is fundamental to achieving its strategic objectives, the Companycontinues to strengthen its people practices by fostering a culture of integrity, collaboration,innovation, and continuous learning. The Company remains committed to providing aninclusive, performance-driven, and enabling work environment that encourages professionalgrowth, employee well-being, and organisational excellence.
The Company continues to invest in building organisational capability through structuredlearning and development initiatives, leadership development programmes, talentmanagement practices, and employee engagement interventions. These initiatives are aimedat enhancing employee competencies, strengthening leadership capabilities, and fostering afuture-ready workforce aligned with the Company's evolving business priorities.
As on 31 March 2026, the Company had a total workforce of 132 employees, as compared to 121employees as on 31 March 2025. The Company remains committed to attracting, developing,and retaining high-calibre talent while strengthening organisational capabilities to supportsustainable growth and the successful execution of its long-term strategic objectives.
Pursuant to the provisions of section 177(10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 22 ofSEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, a Vigil Mechanism or'Whistle Blower Policy' for directors, employees and other stakeholders to report genuineconcerns, unethical behaviour, fraud or violation of company's code of conduct, has beenestablished.
Over the years, the Company has built a strong reputation for conducting business withhonesty and integrity, maintaining a zero-tolerance approach toward unethical behavior orwrongdoing. The policy safeguards whistleblowers' rights to report concerns or grievancesand provides direct access to the chairman of the audit committee.
During the year under review, no instance has been reported under this policy. The said policyis available on the website of the Companywww.accretionpharma.com.
M/s V S S B & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 121356W), were re¬appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company by the Board of Directors, which wassubsequently approved by the Shareholders at the 2nd Annual General Meeting held on25 September 2025. They have been appointed for a second term of five (5) consecutiveyears to hold office from the conclusion of the 2nd Annual General Meeting until theconclusion of the 7th Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held in the year 2030.
M/s V S S B & Associates, Chartered Accountants have carried out the Statutory Audit of theCompany for financial year 2025-26 and the Report of the Statutory Auditor forms part of theAnnual Report. The Statutory Auditors have not raised any qualification, observations oradverse remarks in their report. There were no frauds reported by the Statutory Auditorsunder the provisions of Section 143 of the Companies Act, 2013.
There have been no instances of fraud reported by the Auditors u/s 143 (12) of theCompanies Act, 2013 and rules framed there under either to the Company or to the CentralGovernment.
In terms of the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies(Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time, the Company is notrequired to maintain the Cost Records and Cost Accounts. Hence, the appointment of CostAuditors is not applicable to the Company.
The Board pursuant to Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 9 of theCompanies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 hadappointed Mr. Nimish Chunibhai Sakhiya, Proprietor, M/s. Sakhiya & Co., Practicing CompanySecretary to conduct Secretarial Audit for the financial year 2025-26.
The Secretarial Audit Report in Form MR-3 for the financial year ended 31 March, 2026 whichis annexed herewith as Annexure C, which forms part of this report. There were noqualifications, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer in the report.
The Company has established a comprehensive risk management framework designed toidentify potential risks across all aspects of its business and implement remedial measuresto minimize any adverse impact. Recognizing that risk evaluation and mitigation arecontinuous processes, the Company remains fully committed to proactively identifying andaddressing risks at every level of the organization.
The Risk Management Policy has been formulated and adopted by the Board of Directors inaccordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI Listing Regulations.The Management periodically reviews the risk management framework and policies toensure their effectiveness. The Board has identified and assessed the key risks outlined in thepolicy and has implemented appropriate mitigation strategies. As of now, there are no riskswhich, in the opinion of the Board, may threaten the existence of the Company.
The Company remains fully committed to upholding the highest standards of Environment,Health, and Safety across all its operations. We firmly believe that a safe and healthyworkplace is fundamental to the long-term success and sustainability of our business.
The Company pledges to identify and manage environmental and social risks associatedwith its operations, comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations, and setand pursue targets aimed at avoiding, reducing, or mitigating negative impacts. Additionally,the Company is committed to promoting sustainable development through the responsibleuse and conservation of natural resources.
The Company has established a robust internal control system commensurate with the scaleand complexity of its operations. The Company believes in a strong internal control framework,which is necessary for business efficiency, management effectiveness and safeguardingassets. The Company has a well-defined internal control system in place, which is designed toprovide reasonable assurance related to operation and financial control.
The Company has a well-defined organizational structure, authority levels, internal rules andguidelines for conducting business transactions. The Company intends to undertake additionalmeasures as necessary in line with its intent to adhere to procedures, guidelines and regulationsas applicable in a transparent manner. The Management of the Company is responsible forensuring that Internal Financial Control has been laid down in the Company and that controlsare adequate and operating efficiently.
In terms of the provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of InsiderTrading) Regulations, 2015, as amended (“SEBI PIT Regulations”), the Company has adopted therevised “Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor and Report Trading by Insiders” (“the Code”).The Code is applicable to promoters, all directors, designated persons and connected personsand their immediate relatives, who are expected to have access to unpublished price sensitiveinformation relating to the Company. The Company has also formulated a 'Code of Practicesand Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI)' incompliance with the PIT Regulations. The aforesaid codes are available on the website of theCompany and can be accessed at www.accretionpharma.com.
The Company has followed the applicable secretarial standards issued by the Institute ofCompany Secretaries of India (ICSI) during the year under review.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company is committed to creating sustainable and measurable social impact through itsCorporate Social Responsibility (“CSR”) initiatives. The Company's CSR approach goes beyondstatutory compliance and focuses on improving healthcare accessibility, affordability, andavailability of quality healthcare. The Company aims to bridge the healthcare gap, promotepreventive health, to improve healthcare infrastructure through strategic partnerships orcontribution in various projects and to create sustainable and measurable social impactthrough healthcare interventions.
In terms of provisions of Section 135 of the Act read with the Companies (Corporate SocialResponsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 ['the CSR Rules'], the Company has formulated a CorporateSocial Responsibility Policy ('CSR Policy') outlining the framework and activities to beundertaken by the Company. The CSR Policy is available on the website of the Companyand can be accessed at www.accretionpharma.com.
During the year, the Company was required to spend CSR expenditure of ^11.76 Lacs as perthe provisions of the Act. The Company has spent a total amount of?12.11 Lacs towards CSRactivities during the year. The Annual Report on CSR activities in terms of the requirementsof CSR Rules is annexed herewith as Annexure D, which forms part of this report.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORK PLACE (PREVENTION,PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The Company believes in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for each and everyindividual working for it through various interventions and practices. It is the continuousendeavour of the management to create and provide an environment to all its employees thatis free from discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment. It has adopted apolicy against sexual harassment in line with the provisions of Sexual Harassment of Women atWorkplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the rules framed thereunder. Allemployees (Permanent, Contractual, Temporary and Trainees) are covered under this Policy.
Your directors state that during the year under review, there were no complaints relating tosexual harassment nor any cases filed pursuant to the said Act.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
During the year under review, the Company has complied with the provisions of the MaternityBenefit Act, 1961, as amended from time to time.
EXTRACT OF THE ANNUAL RETURN
The Annual Return of the Company as on 31 March, 2026 is available on the website of theCompany i.e. www.accretionpharma.com pursuant to the provisions of Section 92 read withSection 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made there under.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
As the Company is listed on the NSE SME EMERGE platform, it is exempt from certainCorporate Governance regulations under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015.
Nevertheless, the Company remains committed to practicing sound CorporateGovernance by taking timely and appropriate actions to enhance and meet stakeholderexpectations. It continues to comply with all mandatory provisions and actively strivesto adhere to the non-mandatory guidelines of Corporate Governance.
Report on Corporate Governance Practices and the Auditors Certificate regarding complianceof conditions of Corporate Governance and certification by CEO & CFO is not applicable to yourCompany as per regulation 15(2)(b) of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015.
DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTSOR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY'S OPERATIONS INFUTURE
During the financial year, the Company received a Show Cause Notice from the Securities andExchange Board of India (SEBI) vide letter no. SEBI/HO/EAD/EAD1/P/OW/2025/00027452/1 dated28 October, 2025 under Rule 4(1) of the SEBI (Procedure for Holding Inquiry and ImposingPenalties) Rules, 1995, read with Section 15-I of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act,1992. The Company submitted its response to the said Show Cause Notice and subsequentlyattended a personal hearing pursuant to the notice issued by SEBI vide letter no. SEBI/HO/EAD/EAD-1/ak/rk/ow/2025/000030276/1 dated 03 December, 2025. Thereafter, SEBI passed anAdjudication Order bearing no. Order/AK/RK/2025-26/31951-31952 dated 07 January, 2026,imposing a monetary penalty of 51,00,000 under Section 15HB of the SEBI Act. The Company hasduly complied with the said Order by paying the prescribed penalty.
The management believes that the aforesaid matter has been appropriately addressed andresolved through compliance with the Adjudication Order. The said Order does not have anymaterial adverse impact on the Company's financial position, operational performance, or itsability to continue as a going concern.
Accordingly, except for the matter stated above, there were no significant and material orderspassed by any regulator, court, or tribunal during the year which could have an adverse impacton the going concern status of the Company or its future operations.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
In accordance with the provisions of section 134(3)(c) of the Act, 2013, with respect to Director'sResponsibility Statement, it is hereby stated :
a. that in the preparation of the annual accounts for the year ended 31 March, 2026, theapplicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanationrelating to material departures, if any;
b. that such accounting policies as mentioned in Notes to the Financial Statements had beenselected and applied consistently and judgment and estimates have been made that arereasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of theCompany as at 31 March, 2026 and of the profit of the Company for the year ended on thatdate;
c. that proper and sufficient care had been taken for the maintenance of adequate accountingrecords in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding theassets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d. that the annual accounts for the year ended 31 March, 2026 had been prepared on a goingconcern basis;
e. The Company is following up the proper Internal financial controls and such internal financialcontrols are adequate and are operating effectively; and
f. that systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws were in placeand were adequate and operating effectively.
Your Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items,as there were no transactions/events of this nature during the year under review:
a. Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise.
b. Provision of money by company for purchase of its own shares by employees or by trusteesfor the benefit of employees.
c. Issue of employee stock options scheme.
d. Issue of Shares (including Sweat Equity Shares) to employees of your Company under anyscheme.
e. There was no application made or proceeding pending under the Insolvency and BankruptcyCode, 2016 (31 of 2016) during the year.
f. There has been no instance of valuation done for settlement or for taking loan from theBanks or Financial Institutions.
g. The Company did not face any incidents or breaches or loss of data breach in cybersecurity.
The Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation to all business associates for theirvaluable support and contributions during the year. The Directors also extend their gratitude tothe Company's employees, customers, suppliers, alliance partners, bankers, and all otherstakeholders for their continued support and the confidence they have placed in themanagement.