Your Directors are pleased to present the 15th Annual Report on the business performance and operations of your Company togetherwith the Audited Financial Statements and the Auditor's Report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025. The consolidatedperformance of the Company and its associates has been referred to whenever required.
The summarized financial results of the Company for the period ended 31st March, 2025 are as follows:
Audited Standalone
Audited Consolidated
Particulars
As on 31stMarch, 2025
As on 31stMarch, 2024
Revenue from operations
29,548.09
20,743.95
39,910.91
20,884.61
Total expenditure before finance cost, depreciation(net of expenditure transferred to capital)
24,863.61
17,283.22
34,854.56
17,269.87
Operating profit
4,684.48
3,460.73
5,056.35
3,614.74
Add: Other income
735.97
248.13
735.11
287.73
Profit before finance cost, depreciation,exceptional items and tax
5,420.44
3,708.86
5,791.45
3,902.48
Less: Finance cost
868.58
658.42
976.47
692.48
Profit before depreciation, exceptional items and tax
4,551.86
3,050.44
4,814.98
3,210.00
Less: Depreciation and amortisation expenses
252.38
175.23
347.80
263.80
Profit before, exceptional items and tax
4,299.48
2,875.21
4,467.18
2,946.20
Add/(Less): Exceptional items
0.00
Profit before tax
Less: Tax Expense
1,150.12
741.75
1,261.83
758.21
(A) Profit /(Loss) for the period attributable to:
3,149.37
2,133.46
3,205.35
2,187.99
Owners of the Company
3,095.22
2,187.81
Non-controlling interests
110.13
0.19
(B) Total other comprehensive income
22.58
(0.85)
20.79
(0.44)
(C) Total comprehensive income for the period(A B)
3,171.95
2,132.61
3,226.14
2,187.55
Retained earnings balance brought forward fromthe previous year
6,426.18
4,182.65
6,323.70
3,564.35
Add: Profit for the period
Add: Other Comprehensive Income recognised inRetained Earnings
Add/(Less): Any Other Adjustment
364.17
110.92
571.98
Add/(Less): Changes in capital structure and othermovement within equity
8,510.86
8,971.29
Balance
18,473.16
18,775.17
Which the Directors have apportioned as underto: -
Add/(Less) Dividend on Equity shares
(162.01)
Retained Earnings: Balance to be carried forward
18,311.15
18,613.16
Advait Energy Transitions Limited, based in Ahmedabad,is a pioneering company providing robust products andend-to-end solutions for power transmission, substation,and telecommunication infrastructure, with a strategicfocus on renewable energy since 2023.
Established in 2010, Advait specializes in a wide array ofservices of Power Transmission such as manufacturing& supply of Stringing Tools, Aluminium Clad Steel (ACS)Wire, Optical Fiber Ground Wire (OPGW), EmergencyRestoration Systems (ERS Towers), Insulators and niche EPCServices such as Live Line installations of OPGW, HTLS Re¬conducting Projects & Turnkey Contracts in Distributionsegment under RDSS & System Improvement Schemes ofGovernment of India.
Notably, our commitment to pursue innovation and focuson import substitution through manufacturing has led usto foray into sustainability and New & Renewable Energybusiness vertical, with strong vision and ambition we havemade our debut into the Solar EPC projects, Manufacturingof Electrolysers and Assembly of Fuel Cells offeringcomplete solutions related to Green Hydrogen. Further,we have also forayed our strong presence in GlobalCarbon Markets by way of offering various Sustainabilityrelated services like Carbon neutrality, consultancy anddeveloping tools for the same which completes entire ecosystem of Renewable Energy.
We are Scaling up our business growth by adding newindustry complex at Gangand , Ahmedabad DholeraSix Lane Highway for Approx 1,50,000 Sq meter area,which likely to be operationalize by September 2026through which we are enriching our business portfoliothrough new our products like high-capacity conductors,Electrolysers , Fuel cell and also expanding capacity ofOPGW & ERS. Apart from the above addition to businessthrough subsidiary, there was no change in the business ofthe company during the year under review.
On a Standalone basis the total income for the financialyear 2024-25 under review was ' 30,284.06 Lakh asagainst ' 20,992.08 Lakh for the previous financial year,registering an increase of 44.26%. The profit before taxfrom continuing operations including exceptional itemswas ' 4,299.98 Lakh for the financial year 2024-25 underreview as against ' 2,875.21 Lakh for the previous financialyear, registering a growth of 49.54%. The profit after taxfrom continuing operations including exceptional itemswas ' 3,149.37 Lakh for the financial year 2024-25 underreview as against ' 2,133.46 Lakh for the previous financialyear, registering a growth of 47.62%.
On a Consolidated basis the total income for the financialyear 2024-25 under review was ' 40,646.01 Lakh as against' 21,172.35 Lakh for the previous financial year, registeringan increase of 91.98%. The profit before tax from continuing
operations, including exceptional items, was ' 4,467.18Lakh for the financial year 2024-25 under review as against' 2,946.20 Lakh for the previous financial year registeringa growth of 51.63%. The profit after tax from continuingoperations including exceptional items was ' 3,205.35Lakh for the financial year 2024-25 under review as against' 2,187.99 Lakh for the previous financial year registering agrowth of 46.50%. The Company will continue to pursueexpansion in the domestic market, to achieve sustainedand profitable growth.
Advait Energy Transitions Limited (AETL), one of India'sfastest-growing players in the power transmission andclean energy sector, has announced a series of strategicexpansions that position the company at the forefront ofIndia's energy transition journey.
Building on its strong foundation in transmissionline infrastructure—with a robust portfolio ofconductors, OPGW cables, Emergency RestorationSystems (ERS), and stringing tools—Advait is nowdiversifying into Battery Energy Storage Systems(BESS), Green Hydrogen technologies, and advancedmanufacturing facilities.
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS):
Advait has secured landmark projects includinga 50 MW / 100 MWh purchase agreement withGUVNL and a 180 MW / 360 MWh EPC project atSanand, Gujarat.
• Conductor & Transmission Manufacturing:
A new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant isbeing set up to enhance production capacity foraluminium-clad steel conductors, OPGW, andtransmission tools, supporting India's self-relianceand grid modernization initiatives.
• Green Hydrogen & Fuel Cells:
The company is entering the green hydrogen ecosystemwith a focus on electrolysers, fuel cells, and hydrogenderivatives, offering end-to-end solutions in line withthe National Green Hydrogen Mission.
• Enhanced Infrastructure Services:
Advait continues to scale capacity in ERS systems,stringing tools, solar EPC, microgrids, and carbon con¬sultancy services, reinforcing its position as a one-stopsolutions provider.
"Advait is not just building infrastructure—we are buildingthe foundation for a cleaner, more resilient, and sustainableenergy future for India. Our diversified portfolio acrosstransmission, storage, and green hydrogen ensures thatwe remain aligned with both national priorities and globalclean energy trends."
There have been no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of thefinancial year and date of this report. There has been no change in the nature of business of the Company.
The Board of Directors in their meeting held on May 12, 2025 has recommended a final dividend of ? 1.75/- (Rupees One andSeventy - Five paisa only) per equity share i.e. 17.50% of face value of ? 10/- (Rupees Ten) each fully paid-up of the Company forthe financial year 2024-25, subject to approval of members at the ensuing 15th Annual General Meeting ("AGM") and shall besubject to deduction of income tax at source.
The dividend recommended is in accordance with the Company's Dividend Distribution Policy.
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of the Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015 ("Listing Regulations"), the Board had formulated a Dividend Distribution Policy ("thePolicy"). The Policy is available on the Company's website URL at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Dividend-Distribution-Policy.pdf
Your Directors do not propose to transfer any amount to any reserve for the financial year 2024-25.
There was no change in the authorised share capital of the Company during the financial year under review.
During the year under report, there was a change in the issued, subscribed and paid-up capital of the Company. Issued, subscribedand paid-up capital of the Company as on March 31, 2025 is ' 10,81,98,540/- divided into 1,08,19,854 equity shares of ' 10/- each.
The changes in the issued, subscribed and paid-up capital of the Company during the year and till the date of thereport is as follows:
Sr.
No.
Type of Change
ISIN
No. of Shares
Updated paid up capital(No. of Shares)
From
To
1.
ESOPs allotment on May 30, 2024
INE0ALI01010
7,653
1,02,00,000
1,02,07,653
2.
Preferential Allotment on July 4, 2024
5,92,940
1,08,00,593
3.
Warrants allotments on September 5, 2024
INE0ALI13015
1,43,590
No changeduring thisallotment
4.
Conversion of warrants into Equity (2holders) on March 1, 2025
19,261
1,08,19,854
5.
ESOPs allotment on June 11,20251
5,853
1,08,25,707
6.
Conversion of warrants into Equity (16holders) on July 10, 20251
1,04,031
1,09,29,738
7.
Conversion of warrants into Equity (1 holder)on August 5, 20251
5,631
1,09,35,369
*The Change in Share Capital stated in point no. 5 to 7 above are pursuant to allotments post closure of Financial year i.e. March 31, 2025, tillthe date of this report.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has not accepted any deposits from the Public and as such, there was no amountoutstanding towards repayment of principal or payment of interest as on the date of the balance sheet.
Pursuant to Section 124 of the Act read with the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transferand Refund Rules), 2016 ('the IEPF Rules'), during the year under review, no amount of Unclaimed dividend and correspondingequity shares were due to be transferred to IEPF account.
During the financial year under review, in accordance with the provisions of the Act and the rules made thereunder, thefollowing changes occurred in the constitution of the Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel of the Company:
1. Mr. Sujit Gulati (DIN: 00177274) was appointed as an Independent Director of the Company for a period of three yearscommencing from July 31, 2024, as approved by the Shareholders at the preceding Annual General Meeting held onSeptember 30, 2024. However, he resigned from the post of Directorship with effect from February 1,2025.
2. Mr. Bajrangprasad Maheshwari (DIN: 06571660) was re-appointed for a second term of 3 (three) years as anIndependent Director of the Company from August 1,2024, as approved by the Shareholders at the preceding AnnualGeneral Meeting held on September 30, 2024.
3. Mr. Pramod Kumar Rai (DIN: 02726427) was re-appointed as Director who was retiring by rotation at the precedingAnnual General Meeting held on September 30, 2024.
4. Mr. Shalin Sheth (DIN: 02911544) was re-appointed as Managing Director for a further term of 3 years w.e.f. August 1,2024 till July 31, 2027, liable to retire by rotation as approved by the Shareholders at the preceding Annual GeneralMeeting held on September 30, 2024.
5. Ms. Rejal Sheth (DIN: 02911576) was re-appointed as Whole-time Director for a further term of 3 years w.e.f. August 1,2024 till July 31, 2027, liable to retire by rotation as approved by the Shareholders at the preceding Annual GeneralMeeting held on September 30, 2024.
6. Ms. Daisy Mehta ceased to be Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company with effect from the closeof business hours of the Company on August 14, 2024.
7. Ms. Deepa Fernandes was appointed as a Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company witheffect from September 5, 2024.
Board of Directors
As on March 31,2025, the Board of Directors of the Company comprised of 7 (Seven) Directors, including 1 (one) Managing
Director, 1 (one) Whole-time Director, 2 (Two) Non-Executive & Non-Independent Directors, and 3 (Three) Independent
Directors (including one Independent Women Directors) as detailed hereunder: 1
Sr. No.
Name of Director
DIN
Designation
Mr. Dinesh Babulal Patel
03443006
Chairman, Non-Executive Director
Mr. Shalin Sheth
02911544
Managing Director
Ms. Rejal Shalin Sheth
02911576
Whole-time Director
Mr. Pramod Kumar Rai
02726427
Non-Executive & Non-Independent Director
Mr. Bajrangprasad Naharmal Maheshwari
06571660
Non-Executive & Independent Director
Mr. Ramesh Kumar Agrawal
09195375
Dr. Varsha Biswajit Adhikari
08345677
In terms of the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Act, the Company had all three KMPs in place as on March 31,2025.
Name
Date of change during the year, if applicable
Re-appointed as Managing Director w.e.f August 1,2024
Whole-time Director &Chief Financial Officer
Re-appointed as Whole-time Director w.e.f August 1,2024
Ms. Daisy Mehta
Company Secretary &Compliance Officer
Ceased as Company Secretary & Compliance Officer w.e.f.August 14, 2024
Ms. Deepa Fernandes
Appointed as Company Secretary & Compliance Officerw.e.f. September 5, 2024
The brief details of the familiarizationprogramme are put up on the website of theCompany at Familiarization-Programme-Report-2025-26 https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/policies-programme/
Save and except aforementioned, there were noother changes in the Board of Directors and KeyManagerial Personnel of the Company. The Companyhas received declarations from all Independent
Directors of the Company confirming that:
i. they meet the criteria of independence
prescribed under the Act and the SEBI ListingRegulations; and
ii. they have registered their names in
the Independent Director's Databank.
The Company has devised the Nomination andRemuneration Policy, which is available on theCompany's website and can be accessed athttps://www.advaitg roup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Remuneration-Policy.pdf
The Policy sets out the guiding principles forthe Nomination & Remuneration Committee("NRC") for identifying persons who are qualifiedto become Directors and to determine theindependence of Directors, while consideringtheir appointment as Independent Directors ofthe Company. The Policy also provides for thefactors in evaluating the suitability of individualBoard members with diverse backgroundand experience that are relevant for theCompany's operations.
The Policy also sets out the guiding principlesfor the NRC for recommending to the Board theremuneration of the Directors, Key ManagerialPersonnel and other employees of the Company.
There has been no change in the aforesaidpolicy during the year.
During the year under review, none of themanagerial personnel i.e. the Managing Directorand Whole-time Directors of the Company werein receipt of remuneration / commission fromthe subsidiary companies.
The Company familiarizes the IndependentDirectors of the Company with their roles,rights, responsibilities in the Company, natureof the industry in which the Company operates,business model and related risks of the Company,etc. Monthly updates on performance/developments are sent to the Directors.
In accordance with provisions of the Act andthe Articles of Association of the Company,Mr. Shalin Sheth, Managing Director (DIN: 02911544)is liable to retire by rotation at this AGM and iseligible for re-appointment. The disclosures requiredpursuant to Regulation 36 of the Listing Regulationsand the Secretarial Standards on General Meeting("SS-2") are given in the Notice of AGM, forming partof the Annual Report.
The Board adopted a formal mechanism forevaluating its performance, as well as that of itsCommittees and individual Directors, including theChairperson of the Board.
In accordance with the manner of evaluation specifiedby the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, theBoard carried out annual performance evaluationof the Board, its Committees and IndividualDirectors. The Independent Directors carried outannual performance evaluation of the Chairman,the Non-Independent Directors and the Boardas a whole. The performance of each Committeewas evaluated by the Board based on the report ofevaluation received from the respective Committees.A consolidated report on performance evaluationwas shared with the Chairman of the Board for hisreview and giving feedback to each Director.
During the financial year under review, 9 (nine)meetings of the Board of Directors were held onApril 15, 2024; May 30, 2024; July 4, 2024; July 11, 2024;July 31, 2024; August 12, 2024; September 5, 2024;November 14, 2024 and February 12, 2025.
The intervening gap between the Meetings was notmore than the specified period of 120 (One hundredand twenty) days as specified in the Act and ListingRegulations. The number of Meetings of the Boardthat each Director attended is provided in the report
on Corporate Governance, annexed to, and formingpart of, this Annual Report. The requisite quorum waspresent during all such meetings.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(5) of the Act, yourBoard of Directors confirm, to the best of their knowledgeand ability, that:
i. in the preparation of the annual accounts for thefinancial year ended March 31, 2025, the applicableaccounting standards read with the requirements setout under Schedule III to the Act, have been followedand there are no material departures from the same;
ii. the Directors have selected such accounting policiesand applied them consistently and made judgmentsand estimates that are reasonable and prudent so asto give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of theCompany as of March 31,2025, and of the Profit of theCompany for the year ended on that date;
iii. the Directors have taken proper and sufficientcare for the maintenance of adequate accountingrecords in accordance with the provisions of theAct for safeguarding the assets of the Companyand for preventing and detecting fraud and otherirregularities;
iv. the Directors have prepared the annual accounts on agoing concern basis;
v. the Directors have laid down internal financialcontrols to be followed by the Company andsuch internal financial controls are adequate andoperating effectively;
vi. the Directors have devised proper systems to ensurecompliance with the provisions of all applicablelaws and that such systems are adequate andoperating effectively.
Management Discussion and Analysis Report for theyear under review, as stipulated under the Securitiesand Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI ListingRegulations", is presented in a separate section, formingpart of the Annual Report.
The Company is committed to maintain the standardsof Corporate Governance and adhere to the CorporateGovernance requirements set out by the Securities andExchange Board of India ("SEBI").
The detailed Corporate Governance Report of the Companyin pursuance of the SEBI Listing Regulations forms partof the Annual Report of the Company. The requisiteCertificate from Practicing Company Secretary confirmingcompliance with the conditions of Corporate Governanceas stipulated under the SEBI Listing Regulations is enclosedto the Corporate Governance Report.
The Board of Directors of your Company has formedvarious Committees to effectively discharge its functionsand responsibilities in compliance with the requirementsof applicable laws and as a part of the best corporategovernance practices. The terms of reference and theconstitution of those Committees are in compliancewith the applicable laws. The Committees of theBoard are as under:
a) Audit Committee;
b) Nomination and Remuneration Committee;
c) Stakeholder Relationship Committee;
d) Corporate Social Responsibility Committee;
The details with respect to the composition, roles, termsof reference, etc. of the aforesaid committees are given indetail in the "Corporate Governance Report" which formspart of this Report. The dates on which meetings of BoardCommittees were held during the financial year underreview, along with the number of meetings attended bythe respective Committee members, are also disclosed inthe "Corporate Governance Report".
The minutes of the Meetings of all Committees arecirculated to the Board for its noting. During the year, allrecommendations of the Committees of the Board wereaccepted by the Board.
The audited Standalone and Consolidated FinancialStatements of the Company for the year ended on 31stMarch, 2025, which form a part of this Annual Report,have been prepared in accordance with the provisions ofthe Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 33 of the Securitiesand Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ('ListingRegulations') and the Indian Accounting Standards.
The Company's financial discipline and prudence isreflected in the better and good credit ratings ascribed byrating agency. The details of credit ratings are disclosedin the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part ofthe Annual Report.
Subsidiary -
During the year under review, companies / entities listedin Annexure 1 to this Report have become and / or ceasedto be subsidiary, joint venture or associate of the Company
A statement providing details of performance and salientfeatures of the financial statements of subsidiaries/associates/jointly controlled entities, as per Section 129(3)of the Act in Form AOC-1, is provided as Annexure 2to this report.
The audited financial statement including theconsolidated financial statement of the Company andall other documents required to be attached thereto isput up on the Company's website and can be accessedat Financial Results Outcome (https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/financial-results/)
The financial statements of the subsidiaries, as required,are available on the Company's website and can beaccessed at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/general-meetings/
The Company has formulated a policy on identification ofmaterial subsidiary in line with Regulation 16(1)(c) of theSEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015 and the same is placed on the Company'swebsite. Accordingly, on March 31, 2025, there is nomaterial subsidiary of the Company.
On March 31, 2025, the Company has 4 subsidiaries andthere has been no material change in the nature of thebusiness of the subsidiaries.
On the basis of Financials Statements of March 31, 2025,Advait Greenergy Private Limited shall be consideredas Material subsidiary of the Company fromfinancial year 2025-26.
The following may be read in conjunction with theConsolidated Financial Statements of your Companyprepared in accordance with Indian Accounting StandardAS110 Shareholders desirous of obtaining the Report andAccounts of your Company's subsidiaries may obtain thesame upon request. Further, the Report and Accounts of thesubsidiary companies is also available under the 'InvestorRelations' section of your Company's website, https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/general-meetings/ in adownloadable format.
As on March 31, 2025, the Company has the One AssociateCompany named TG Advait India Private Limited with aholding of 33.50% of Equity Shares.
The Company recognizes the importance of giving backto society and is committed to conducting its businessin a socially responsible manner. Our CSR initiativesfocus on making a positive impact in areas such aseducation, healthcare, environmental sustainability, andcommunity development.
The Company understands the vital role it plays insupporting the communities where it operates. We arecommitted to running our business responsibly whilecontributing positively to society. Our CSR efforts areaimed at making a real difference in key areas such aseducation, healthcare, environmental conservation, andcommunity welfare. Through these initiatives, we strive
to promote sustainable development and improve thequality of life for people in our surrounding communities.We believe that by investing in these areas, we not onlyhelp build stronger communities but also create a moresustainable future for generations to come. The Companycontinuously evaluates and enhances its CSR activities toensure they align with the needs of society and make ameaningful impact.
In compliance with section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013read with Companies (Corporate Social ResponsibilityPolicy) Rules, 2014 the Company has adopted a CSRPolicy, which is available at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Corporate-Social-Responsibility-Policy-Revsied-Adopted-in-2022.pdf
The Annual Report on CSR expenditures for the FY2024-25 is annexed herewith and forms part of thisreport as Annexure 3.
Your Company has formed the Corporate SocialResponsibility ("CSR") Committee as per the requirementof the Act. The details of Composition of CSR Committeeare covered in the "Corporate Governance Report" whichforms part of this Report.
The entire amount earmarked for CSR expenditure duringthe year under review has been fully contributed andeffectively utilized towards CSR initiatives
M/s V. Goswami & Co., Chartered Accountants, (FirmRegistration No. 0128769W), Chartered Accountants, werere-appointed as the Statutory Auditors at the Tenth AnnualGeneral Meeting of the Company held on August 27, 2020,for a term of five years and accordingly will complete theirfirst term on conclusion of the ensuing Fifteenth AnnualGeneral Meeting of the Company.
The Board has recommended the appointment of M/s V.Goswami & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm RegistrationNo. 0128769W), as Auditors of the Company, for a periodof five years from the conclusion of the ensuing Fifteenth(15th) Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of theTwentieth (20th) Annual General Meeting of the Company.M/s V. Goswami & Co., have confirmed their eligibility andqualification required under the Act for holding the officeas Statutory Auditors of the Company.
The Statutory Auditors of the Company have submittedAuditor's Report on the financial statements of theCompany for the financials year ended 31st March, 2025along with financial of the Company forms integral partof this Report and is presented in a separate sectionforming part of the Annual Report. The Auditor's Reportfor the financial year 2024-25 does not contain any adverseremarks, qualifications or reservations or disclaimers,which require explanations/ comments by the Board.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act,the Board of Directors of the Company reappointedM/s. RPSS and Co., Practicing Company Secretaries, toconduct the Secretarial Audit of the Company for thefinancial year ended March 31, 2025.
The Secretarial Audit Report issued by the M/s. RPSS and Co.,Practicing Company Secretaries, in Form MR-3 is annexedas Annexure 4 to this Report.
The report of Secretarial Auditors does not contain anyqualification, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer.
Pursuant to the amended provisions of Regulation 24Aof the Listing Regulations and Section 204 of the Act,read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment andRemuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, ("theRules") the Audit Committee and the Board of Directorshave approved and recommended the appointmentof M/s. RPSS and Co., a Peer Reviewed Firm of CompanySecretaries in Practice (Firm Registration Number:P2019GJ076200) as Secretarial Auditors of the Company,for a term of upto 5 (Five) consecutive years from financialyear 2025-26 to financial year 2030-31, subject to approvalof the Members at ensuing AGM.
A brief resume and other details of M/s. RPSS and Co.,Company Secretaries in Practice, are separately disclosedin the Notice of the ensuing AGM. M/s. RPSS and Co.,have given their consent to act as Secretarial Auditorsof the Company and confirmed that their aforesaidappointment (if made) would be within the prescribedlimits under the Act & the Rules made thereunder and theListing Regulations.
They have also confirmed that they are not disqualified tobe appointed as Secretarial Auditors in terms of provisionsof the Act & Rules made thereunder and Listing Regulationsand satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria.
The Cost audit is not applicable on the Company for thefinancial year 2024-25, hence the Cost Auditor of theCompany, M/s Dalwadi & Associates, Cost Accountants,resigned w.e.f. March 24, 2025. Accordingly no cost recordswere audited during the financial year 2024-25.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 138 of the CompaniesAct, 2013 read with Rule 13 of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, M/s BDO India LLP, Chartered Accountantsare the Internal Auditors of the Company for theFinancial year 2024-25.
M/s Nautam R. Vakil & Co., Chartered Accountantsare the Internal Auditors of the Company for theFinancial year 2025-26.
The Internal Audit Reports were reviewed by the AuditCommittee, every quarter, and follow- up measures were
taken by the relevant teams and committees of the Board,wherever necessary.
During the year under review, none of the Auditors havereported any instance of fraud committed against theCompany by its officers or employees, details of whichneed to be mentioned under the provisions of Section143(12) of the Act.
The Information on conservation of energy, technologyabsorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgostipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of the CompaniesAct,2013 read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time is given in the
"Annexure 5" forming part of this report
The Company has established a robust riskmanagement framework that is integrated with itsoverall governance structure and decision-makingprocesses. This framework is designed to identify,assess, and manage a wide range of risks—strategic,operational, financial, legal, and environmental—thatcould potentially impact the Company's performanceand objectives.
While the Company does not have a separateRisk Management Committee, risk managementresponsibilities are embedded across variousfunctions and are overseen by senior management.The Board of Directors is kept informed of key risksand the steps being taken to mitigate them throughregular reviews and discussions.
Risk assessment is an ongoing process, and theCompany regularly evaluates both internal andexternal factors such as changes in market dynamics,regulatory developments, cybersecurity threats,supply chain disruptions, and macroeconomicconditions. The management team ensures thatappropriate mitigation plans, internal controls,and standard operating procedures are in place toaddress such risks effectively.
During the financial year, no material risks wereidentified that would pose a threat to the existenceor long-term sustainability of the Company.However, the Company remains vigilant andcommitted to strengthening its risk managementpractices by adopting industry best practices,leveraging technology, and fostering a risk-awareculture across the organization.
The Policy is available for at the Website of the Companyat https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Risk-Management-Policy.pdf.
In accordance with sub-section (9) and (10) ofSection 177 of the Act and Regulation 22 of theListing Regulations, the Company has in place aVigil Mechanism (Whistle Blower Policy) to enableDirectors and employees to report concerns aboutunethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud,or violation of the Company's Code of Conduct.The mechanism provides for adequate safeguardsagainst victimization of persons who use suchmechanism and makes provision for direct accessto the Chairperson of the Audit Committee inappropriate cases.
The Whistleblower policy of the Company canbe accessed on website of the Company athttps://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Vigil-Mechanism-Policy.pdf
During the financial year endedMarch 31, 2025, the Company has not received anywhistleblower complaint.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committeeof the Board has devised a policy for selectionand appointment of Directors, Key ManagerialPersonnel and Senior Management Employeesand their Remuneration. The Committeehas formulated the criteria for determiningqualifications, positive attributes andindependence of a Director (includingIndependent Directors) and other matters inaccordance with the provisions of sub-section(3) of Section 178 of the Act, and Regulation 19read with Part D of Schedule II of the ListingRegulations., which has been displayed on theCompany's website https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2.-Criteria-for-payments-to-NED.pdf.
The skills, expertise and competencies of the Directorsas identified by the Board, along with those availablein the present mix of the Directors of your Company,are provided in the 'Report on Corporate Governance'forming part of the Report and Accounts.
The Company has in place a policy relating tothe remuneration of the Directors, KMP andother employees of the Company. The policyis available on the website of the Company athttps://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Remuneration-Policy.pdf
Internal Financial Controls are an integrated part ofthe risk management process, addressing financialrisks and financial reporting risks. The Board hasadopted policies and procedures for ensuringthe orderly and efficient conduct of its business,
including adherence to the Company's policies,the safeguarding of its assets, the prevention anddetection of frauds and errors, the accuracy andcompleteness of the accounting records, and thetimely preparation of reliable financial disclosures.
Assurance on the effectiveness of internal financialcontrols is obtained through management reviews,continuous monitoring by functional experts andtesting of the internal financial control systems by theInternal Auditors during the course of their audits.We believe that these systems provide reasonableassurance that our internal financial controls aredesigned effectively considering the nature of ourindustry and are operating as intended. During theyear, such controls were tested and no reportablematerial weakness in the design or operation of suchsystems was observed.
All the arrangements or transactions enteredby the Company during the financial year withrelated parties were on an arm's length basis andin the ordinary course of business. All related partytransactions are placed for approval before the AuditCommittee and also before the Board wherevernecessary in compliance with the provisions of theAct and Listing Regulations.
Details of the related party transactions are formingpart of the standalone financial statements.Members may refer Note 44 to the StandaloneFinancial Statements which sets out related partydisclosures pursuant to Ind AS.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Non-ExecutiveDirectors of the Company had no pecuniaryrelationship or transactions with the Companyother than sitting fees and reimbursement ofexpenses, as applicable.
Pursuant to the Listing Regulations, the Resolution forseeking approval of the Members on material relatedparty transactions is being placed at this AGM.
Pursuant to the requirements of the Act and theListing Regulations, the Company has formulatedpolicy on RPTs and is available on Company'swebsite URL at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Related-Party-transactions-policy.pdf
During the year, the particulars of loans given,investments made, guarantees given and securitiesas per the provisions of the Section 186 of the Actduring the year along with the purpose are providedin the Notes to the Standalone Financial Statements.
c) PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
Disclosures concerning the remuneration ofDi rectors, KM Ps and employees as per Section 197(12)of the Act, read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies(Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014 is given in Annexure6 to this Report. Your Directors affirm that theremuneration paid to Directors, KMPs and employeesis as per the Nomination and Remuneration Policyof the Company.
In terms of the provision of Section 197(12) of theAct read with Rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies(Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014, a statement showingthe names of the top ten employees in terms ofremuneration drawn and name and other particularsof the employee drawing remuneration in excess ofthe limit set out in the said rules forms part of thesame Annexure 6.
d) DETAILS OF EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTIONSCHEME
The Company had approved Advait InfratechLimited - Employees Stock Option Scheme 2022 (AILESOP 2022) in the Annual General meeting held onJune 28, 2022. Further, the Company has revised thesaid scheme with the approval of shareholders videpostal ballot passed on March 30, 2023 with respectto its implementation from secondary market Routeto Primary Route.
A total of 2,00,000 options were available for grantto the eligible employees of the Company, itssubsidiaries and Associates. During the financial year,the Company granted 10,523 stock options to eligibleemployees of the Company and/or its subsidiary andAssociates Company. Further, the Company allotted7653 equity shares of ? 10 each to eligible employeespursuant to the exercise of options under the Scheme.
The Scheme is in compliance with the Securities andExchange Board of India (Share Based EmployeeBenefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021('SEBI (SBEB) Regulations') and other applicablelaws. The Scheme is available on the website ofthe Company at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/esop-scheme-2022/
The disclosures required to be made under rule 12(9)of the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures)Rules, 2014 and Regulation 14 of the SEBI (SBEB)Regulations relating to Employees Stock OptionScheme is available on the website of the Companyat https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/
esops-disclosure/
Voting rights on the shares, if any, as may be issuedto employees under the Plans are to be exercisedby them directly or through their appointed proxy,
hence, the disclosure stipulated under Section 67(3)of the Companies Act, 2013, is not applicable.
There is no material change in the AIL ESOP 2022 andthe same is in compliance with the SEBI Regulations,as amended from time to time.
The Company has received a certificate from itsSecretarial Auditor certifying that the Scheme hasbeen implemented in accordance with the SEBI (SBEB)Regulations. The certificate would be placed at theensuing 15th Annual General Meeting for inspectionby the members.
e) STATEMENT OF DEVIATION OR VARIATION INCONNECTION WITH PREFERENTIAL ISSUE.
The details of utilisation of amount for thePreferential allotments done by the Company duringthe Financial Year 2024-25, as reviewed by AuditCommittee quarterly is available on the website ofthe Company at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AETL Statement-of-Deviation s.pdf
f) EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
The Annual Return of the Company will be placedon the website of the Company pursuant to theprovisions of Section 92(3) read with Rule 12 of theCompanies (Management and Administration)Rules 2014, the web link of the same is at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/investors/annual-reports/
g) DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUALHARRASSMENT OF WOMAN AT WORKPLACE(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION ANDREDRESSAL) ACT, 2013.
As per the requirements of the Sexual Harassmentof women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition& Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder,your Company has constituted Internal ComplaintsCommittee (ICC) which is responsible for redressal ofcomplaints related to sexual harassment. All womenemployees (permanent, temporary, contractual andtrainees) are covered under this policy, and it has beencirculated amongst the employees of the Companyand the same is exhibited on the notice board of allthe business locations/ divisions of the Company.During the year under review, no complaints werereceived under the aforesaid Act.
h) COMPLIANCE OF APPLICABLE SECRETARIALSTANDARDS:
The Company has ensured compliance with theprovisions of Secretarial Standards on Meetings ofthe Board of Directors (SS-1) and General Meetings(SS-2) issued by the Institute of Company Secretariesof India and approved by the Central Governmentunder section 118(10) of the Companies Act,2013.
i) DETAILS OF SHARES IN DEMAT / UNCLAIMEDSUSPENSE ACCOUNT
The Company does not have any shares in the Dematsuspense account or unclaimed suspense account.
Chief Financial Officer/Chief Executive OfficerCompliance Certificate as stipulated under Regulation17(8) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India(Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements)forms part of Corporate Governance Report.
The Board of Directors has approved a Code ofConduct which is applicable to the Members of theBoard and all employees in the course of day to daybusiness operations of the Company.
The Company believes in "Zero Tolerance" againstbribery, corruption and unethical dealings /behaviours of any form and the Board has laiddown the directives to counter such acts. The Codehas been uploaded on the Company's websiteat https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Code-of-Conduct-and-Terms-and-Condition-of-Independent-Director-Policy.pdf
The Code lays down the standard procedure ofbusiness conduct which is expected to be followedby the Directors and the designated employees intheir business dealings and in particular on mattersrelating to integrity in the work place, in businesspractices and in dealing with stakeholders.
The Code gives guidance through examples on theexpected behaviour from an employee in a givensituation and the reporting structure. All the BoardMembers and the Senior Management personnelhave confirmed compliance with the Code.All Management Staff were given appropriatetraining in this regard.
The Board of Directors state that no disclosure or reportingis required in respect of the following matters as therewere no transactions or applicability pertaining to thesematters during the year under review:
a) Details relating to deposits covered underChapter V of the Act.
b) Issue of equity shares with differential rights as todividend, voting or otherwise.
c) Significant or material orders passed by theRegulators or Courts or Tribunals which impactthe going concern status and Company'soperations in future.
d) Fraud reported by the Auditors to the AuditCommittee or the Board of Directors of theCompany.
e) Scheme of provision of money for the purchase ofits own shares by employees or by trustees for thebenefit of employees.
f) Payment of remuneration or commission from any ofits holding or subsidiary companies to the ManagingDirector of the Company.
g) Change in the nature of business of the Company
h) Instances of transferring the funds to the InvestorEducation and Protection Fund.
i) Issue of debentures / bonds / any other convertiblesecurities.
j) Details ofany application filed for corporate insolvencyunder Corporate Insolvency Resolution Processunder the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
k) Instance of one-time settlement with any Bank orFinancial Institution.
The Company is committed in cultivating a proactive safetyculture. We have implemented work safety measures andstandards to ensure healthy and safe working conditionsfor all the employees, visitors and customers. The Companyhas complied with all the applicable health, safety andenvironmental protection laws to the extent applicable.
There is no agreement impacting management or controlof the Company or imposing any restriction or createany liability upon the Company. Hence, no disclosureis required under clause 5A of paragraph A of Part A ofSchedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015.
The Board of Directors expresses its sincere gratitudeto all stakeholders, including shareholders, customers,suppliers, bankers, business partners, and regulatoryauthorities, for their continued support and trust in theCompany. The Board also places on record its appreciationfor the dedication, commitment, and hard work of theCompany's employees at all levels. Their efforts have beeninstrumental in navigating challenges and driving theCompany forward. The Board remains confident that withcollective efforts, the Company will continue to grow andcreate long-term value for all its stakeholders.
For & on behalf of the Board of Directors
Sd/- Sd/-
Shalin Sheth Rejal Sheth
Place : Ahmedabad Managing Director Whole time Director &CFO
Date : August 5, 2025 DIN: 02911544 DIN: 02911576
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Mr. Sujit Gulati (DIN: 00177274) was appointed as Independent Director w.e.f. July 31, 2024. However, he resignedfrom the post of Directorship w.e.f. February 1, 2025.
• Based on the recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee ("NRC"), and in terms of the provisionsof the Act, the Board of Directors appointed Mr. Tejpalsingh Bisht (DIN: 02170301) as an Additional Director of theCompany effective August 5, 2025.
Further, in accordance with the provisions of Section 149 read with Schedule IV to the Act and applicable SEBI ListingRegulations, Mr. Tejpalsingh Bisht (DIN: 02170301) was appointed as Non-Executive, Independent Director of the Company,not liable to retire by rotation, for a term of three years commencing from August 5, 2025 to August 4, 2028.
In the opinion of the Board, Mr. Tejpalsingh Bisht is a person of integrity and fulfils requisite conditions as per applicablelaws and is independent of the management of the Company.
The details of the Board and committee positions, tenure of Directors, areas of expertise and other details have beendisclosed in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this report, and is also available on the Company'swebsite at https://www.advaitgroup.co.in/management/
The composition of the Board of the Company is in accordance with Section 149(4) of the Act and Regulation 17 of theListing Regulations.