The Board of Directors of your Company ('Board') is pleased to present its 44th Annual Report and theAudited Financial Statements for the Financial year ended 31st March 2026.
1. Financial Results
31st March 2026
31st March 2025
Profit before Depreciation & Tax
2181.44
358.14
Less : Depreciation
1698.85
1755.06
Tax Expense
-Current year
-
(40.05)
-Deferred Tax
118.81
(337.86)
Add: Other Comprehensive Income
63.53
22.37
Total Comprehensive Income for the year
427.31
(996.64)
Transfers and appropriations:
Dividend for 2024-25 paid during the year
35.95
Proposed dividend
Balance carried forward to Reserves and Surplus
(1032.59)
The above figures are extracted from the audited financial statements as per Indian AccountingStandards (Ind AS). There has been no change in the nature of the business activities of the Companyduring the year.
2. Dividend
The Board of Directors has decided not to recommend any dividend for the financial year ended on 31stMarch 2026, after careful consideration of the Company's financial position and future growth plans.
3. General Review
The financial year 2025-26 continued to present a complex operating environment for the textileindustry, shaped by persistent global macroeconomic adjustments and evolving trade dynamics. Whilefabric imports from competing markets remained an active challenge for domestic players, the Companymaintained its strategic focus on reinforcing product positioning, optimizing demand forecasting, andexecuting agile pricing strategies across specialized yarn segments to navigate competitive pressures.
On the operational front, the Company's continuous focus on resource optimization and sustainableinfrastructure is yielding positive outcomes. The 4 MW solar power plant at the Guna unit, which wascommissioned in FY 2024-25, completed its first full year of operations, contributing predictably toenhanced energy self-reliance, reduced carbon footprint, and meaningful power cost savings.
Concurrently, the Company has taken definitive, proactive steps to address the steep increase in powercosts at the Baddi plant caused by the upward revision in state government tariffs. To aggressivelymitigate this expenditure and secure long-term cost efficiencies, the Company has installed a 2.976MW solar power plant at the Baddi unit in FY 2026-27. This strategic green-energy expansion acrossour manufacturing footprint will substantially insulate our operations from volatile tariff structures,structurally lowering our power cost baseline and driving sustainable profitability moving forward.
Looking ahead, the Company remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of the textile sector.Supported by improving global demand, increasing preference for reliable sourcing partners, andcontinued emphasis on operational excellence, the Company is well-positioned to capitalize onemerging opportunities while maintaining its focus on sustainable growth and profitability.
4. Credit Rating
The Company has the following credit rating from M/s. ICRA Limited on 23rd September 2025 .
Facility
Amount(Rs. Crore)
Rating / Outlook
On Long Term Scale
Fund Based - Cash Credit
60.00
[ICRA]A- (Negative),outstanding
Non-Fund Based - Bank Guarantee
3.00
Total
63.00
On Short Term Scale
Fund Based - Export Packing Credit (Interchangeable^
(15.04)
Fund Based - Bill Discounting (Interchangeable^
Non-Fund Based - Letter of Credit
2.00
[ICRA]A2 outstanding
Non-Fund Based - Capex Letter ofCredit
10.00
Non-Fund Based - Credit Exposure Limit
1.00
Long-Term/ Short-Term - Unallocated limit
16.10
[ICRA]A- (Negative) /[ICRA]A2 ; outstanding
29.10
AWithin the overall fund based working capital limit
5. Internal Financial Control Systems
The Company has established robust policies and procedures to ensure the orderly and efficientconduct of its business. Its Internal Financial Control (IFC) framework is commensurate with the size,scale, and nature of its operations. The IFC systems are designed to safeguard the Company's assets,prevent and detect fraud and errors, ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records, andfacilitate the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
During the year under review, no instance of fraud was reported. The Company has adopted accountingpolicies that are in line with the applicable Accounting Standards and the provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013.
Internal Audit is conducted on a quarterly basis by independent Chartered Accountants. The InternalAuditors monitor and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems. Basedon their reports, the respective departments undertake corrective actions to strengthen the controlenvironment. Significant audit observations and the corrective measures taken are reviewed by theAudit Committee of the Board of Directors.
6. Statutory Auditors
As per Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules,2014, the members of the Company in 40th Annual General Meeting ('AGM') had approved theappointment of M/s. Salarpuria & Partners, Chartered Accountants (ICAI Registration No. 302113E) as
the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five consecutive years, that is, from conclusion of40th AGM of the Company till the conclusion of the 45th AGM of the Company.
7. Auditors' Report
The Auditors' Report to the Shareholders given by M/s. Salarpuria & Partners, Chartered Accountants,on the Financial Statements of the Company for the Financial Year 2025-26 is part of the Annual Report.The Auditor's Report does not contain any reservations, qualifications or adverse remarks. During theyear under review, the Auditors have not reported any matter under Section 143(12) of the CompaniesAct, 2013, therefore, no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134(3)(ca) of the Act.
8. Secretarial Audit
In terms of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) (Third Amendment) Regulation,2024, the members of the Company in 43rd AGM had approved the appointment of M/s A. Arora & Co.,Company Secretaries (PCS Registration No. 993) as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a termof five consecutive financial years commencing from 1st April 2025 till 31st March 2030 .
Pursuant to Section 204 of the Companies Act 2013 and the Companies (Appointment and Remunerationof Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Secretarial Audit was carried out by M/s A. Arora & Co.,Company Secretaries (PCS Registration No. 993) for the financial year 2025-26. The Secretarial AuditReport is annexed as 'Annexure - I', and forms an integral part of this Report.
The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any reservations, qualifications or adverse remarks.During the year under review, the Auditors have not reported any matter under Section 143(12) of theCompanies Act, 2013, therefore, no detail is required to be disclosed under Section 134(3)(ca) of theAct.
9. Cost Audit
Pursuant to Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit)Amendment Rules, 2014, the Company is required to make and maintain cost records in respect of itsmanufacturing activities and get them audited by a qualified Cost Accountant
The Board of Directors have, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, appointed M/s ShaktiK. & Associates, Cost Accountants (ICWAI Registration no. 11338), as Cost Auditors of the Company, tocarry out cost audit of the products manufactured by the Company for the Financial Year 2026-27. TheCompany has received their written consent that the appointment is under the applicable provisionsof the Companies Act, 2013 and rules framed thereunder. They have also confirmed that they are notdisqualified to be appointed as Cost Auditors of the Company for the Financial Year 2026-27.
The remuneration of the Cost Auditor has been approved by the Board of Directors on therecommendation of the Audit Committee. As required under the Companies Act, 2013, in terms ofthe provisions of Section 148(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 14(a)(ii) of the Companies(Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor is required to be placedbefore the members in a general meeting for their ratification. Accordingly, the necessary resolutionis proposed for ratification of the remuneration payable to M/s. Shakti K. & Associates, Cost Auditors inthe Notice convening the 44th AGM.
10. Directors and Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)
i) Shri Pradip Kumar Daga (DIN- 00040692), the Chairman Emeritus of the Company, passed awayon 18th November 2025. He was the Founder Director of the Company, and his contribution to itsinception and growth was immense. His vision, leadership, and dedication played a pivotal rolein shaping the Company's journey and success. He will be remembered with deep respect andgratitude.
ii) Shri Shantanu Daga (DIN - 08757724), Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, resigned fromhis directorship on 14th September 2025. Shri Shantanu Daga resigned due to his differences ofopinion with the manner in which the leadership of the Company carried out its business and otheraffairs.
iii) By the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015 ('Listing Regulations') and the Articles of Association of the Company, and basedon the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the approval ofthe Audit Committee, the Board of Directors appointed Shri Rajaram Kankani (DIN: 09188079),President of the Company, as Whole-Time Director, designated as 'President and Whole-TimeDirector, for three years with effect from 22nd May 2025 to 21st May 2028.
His appointment was approved by the shareholders of the Company by way of a Special Resolutionat the 43rd AGM.
iv) Pursuant to Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Articles of Association of the Company,Shri Yashwant Kumar Daga (DIN 00040632), retires by rotation at the forthcoming AGM and,being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. The Board recommends his re-appointment.The brief resume and other details as required under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015 (Listing Regulations), read with the Secretarial Standard 2, areprovided in the Notice of the 44th AGM.
v) The tenure of Shri Yashwant Kumar Daga (DIN 00040632) as Chairman and Managing Directorexpires on 22nd December 2026. In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013and Articles of Association of the Company, pursuant to recommendation of the Nominationand Remuneration Committee and approval of the Audit Committee, the Board recommends re¬appointment of Shri Daga as Chairman and Managing Director for a period of five years with effectfrom 23rd December 2026 till 22nd December 2031 to the members of the Company at the ensuingAGM.
There were no other changes in the Directors and Key Managerial Personnel of the Company.
(a) Statement on declarations given by Independent Directors
All the Independent Directors of your Company have submitted the declarations confirmingthat they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the CompaniesAct 2013 and Regulation 25 read with Regulation 16 of the Listing Regulations and are eligibleto continue as Independent Directors.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have confirmed compliance with the relevantprovisions of Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules,2014.
The Board believes that the Independent Directors of the Company possess the requisitequalifications, experience and expertise and hold the highest standards of integrity.
(c) Meetings of the Board of Directors
During the year, Five Board Meetings were convened and held, the details of which are given inthe Corporate Governance Report. The intervening gap between any two consecutive meetingsdid not exceed the gap prescribed by the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations.
(d) Committees of the Board
The Board of Directors of the Company has the following four Committees -
a) The Audit Committee,
b) The Corporate Social Responsibility Committee,
c) The Nomination and Remuneration Committee and
d) The Stakeholders Relationship Committee.
During the year, all recommendations made by the Committees were approved and acceptedby the Board. A detailed note on the composition of the Board and its Committees is providedin the Corporate Governance Report.
(e) Board Evaluation
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations, an annualevaluation was conducted for all Board Members as well as for the working of the Board and itsCommittees. A structured questionnaire for evaluation of the Board and its various Committeesand individual Directors was prepared and recommended to the Board by the Nomination& Remuneration Committee with a specific focus on performance and effective functioningof the Board. The Board evaluation was conducted through a questionnaire designed withqualitative parameters and feedback based on ratings.
The performance evaluation of the Chairman and Non-Independent Directors was carriedout by the Independent Directors at their meeting held on 29th January 2026. The Directorsexpressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
11. Directors' Responsibility Statement
The Board of Directors acknowledge the responsibility for ensuring compliance with the provisions ofSection 134(3)(c ) read with Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013 in the preparation of the annualaccounts for the year ended on 31st March 2026 and confirm as under -
a) That in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had beenfollowed along with a proper explanation relating to material departures;
b) That the Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and madejudgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of thestate of affairs of the Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of theCompany for that period;
c) That the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accountingrecords in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the Companyand for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) That the Directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
e) That the Directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company andthat such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
f) That the Directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of allapplicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
12. Corporate Social Responsibility
In accordance with the requirements of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company hasa Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, the terms of reference and other details of which areprovided in the Corporate Governance Report. The CSR Policy has been framed and posted on thewebsite of the Company, www.dsl-india.com.
As per the eligibility criteria provided in the Companies Act, 2013, the Company was not eligible toincur CSR expenditure during the year 2025-26. Hence, no meeting of the CSR was held during the year.
As required by Section 134(3)(o) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 9 of the Companies (CorporateSocial Responsibility) Rules, 2014, the Annual Report on CSR activities is annexed as 'Annexure - II' andforms an integral part of this report.
13. Vigil Mechanism
Pursuant to Section 177(9) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Meetings ofBoard and its Powers) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 22 of Listing Regulations, the Company has in place aPolicy for Vigil Mechanism for reporting of concerns of any wrongful conduct concerning the Companyor its business or affairs.
The policy provides a framework for raising concerns by its employees and directors against any kind ofmalpractices, fraud, violation of the Company's policies or rules, and other matters on account of whichthe interest of the Company is affected or is likely to be affected. The policy provides that all protecteddisclosures can be addressed to the Vigil Officer or the Chairman, of the Audit Committee in certaincases.
Adequate safeguards are provided against the victimization of those who avail of the mechanism.Complaints received, if any, by Vigil Officer are investigated by the Vigil Officer and a report thereon issubmitted to the Audit Committee.
It is affirmed that no personnel was denied access to the Vigil Officer and the Audit Committee, and nocomplaints were received during the Financial Year 2025-26.
The Policy on Vigil Mechanism is also posted on the Company's website www.dsl-india.com.
(weblink: http://www.dsl-india.com/policies-code-of-conduct )
14. Risk Management Policy
The Company's risk management framework, which is formalised in its Risk Management Policy, ensuresperiodic assessment, mitigation and monitoring of risk pertaining to its business. The Audit Committeehas been delegated the responsibility for monitoring and reviewing risk management, assessment and
minimisation procedures. The risk management procedures are reviewed by the Audit Committee andthe Board of Directors every quarter.
15. Nomination and Remuneration Policy
The Board has, on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, adopteda policy for the selection and appointment of Directors, KMP and Senior Management and theirremuneration. The extract of the Company's Remuneration Policy is attached as 'Annexure-III' andforms part of this report of the Board of Directors. The web link of the said Policy on the Company'swebsite is (http://www.dsl-india.com/policies-code-of-conduct)
16. Related Party Transactions
Your Company has a well-defined policy on Related Party Transactions (RPTs), duly approved by theBoard of Directors. The Audit Committee reviews and monitors all RPTs on a quarterly basis to ensurecompliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations.
All contracts/arrangements/transactions with Related Parties during the Financial Year 2025-26 wereon an arm's length pricing basis and were in the ordinary course of business and did not attract theprovisions of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013.
There were no materially significant related party transactions during the year that could have had apotential conflict with the interests of the Company. Accordingly, Form AOC-2 is not required to beannexed. The necessary disclosures, as mandated under Ind AS-24, have been appropriately providedin the Notes to the Financial Statements.
The Audit Committee has reviewed the related party transactions for the financial year 2025-26 andalso approved estimated related party transactions for the financial year 2026-27 in accordance withthe applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations.
The Policy on Related Party Transactions, as approved by the Board, is uploaded on the Company'swebsite. None of the Directors has any pecuniary relationship or transaction vis-a-vis the Companyother than those disclosed in the Financial Statements.
17. Disclosures regarding Employees
a) The Statement of Details of Remuneration as required under Section 197 and Rule 5(1) of theCompanies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is attached as'Annexure - IV' and forms a part of this Board's Report.
b) The information required under Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and forming part of this report, is given in a separate annexureto this Report.
The said annexure is not being sent along with this Report to the Members of the Company inline with the provisions of Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013. Any member interested inobtaining a copy of the said statement may write to the Company Secretary at the RegisteredOffice of the Company. The aforesaid annexure is also available for inspection by the Members atthe Registered office of the Company, twenty-one days before the 44th AGM and up to the date ofthe said AGM during business hours on working days.
c) No employee, except Shri Yashwant Kumar Daga, Chairman and Managing Director, by himself oralong with his relatives, holds 2% or more of the equity shares of the Company.
d) The Company has not received any complaint under 'The Sexual Harassment of Women atWorkplace (Prohibition, Prevention and Redressal) Act, 2013, during the year. The Company iscompliant with all the provisions relating to the constitution of an Internal Complaint Committeeunder the said Act and rules thereunder.
e) Compliance with Maternity Benefits Act, 1961
Your Company is committed to ensuring a safe, supportive, and inclusive workplace for all womenemployees. All eligible women employees have been extended the benefits under the said Act,including maternity leave, nursing breaks, and other statutory entitlements as prescribed. YourCompany has duly complied with the provisions of the Maternity Benefits Act, 1961, as amendedfrom time to time. The Company continuously strives to maintain a work environment that upholdsthe rights and well-being of its women workforce in accordance with applicable laws.
18. Public Deposits
During the year, the Company has neither accepted any deposits falling within the ambit of Section 73of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014. The requisitereturn for FY 2024-25 with respect to amounts(s) not considered as deposits has been filed on MCAportal.
19. Loans, Guarantees and Investments
The Company has not given loans, directly or indirectly, to any person or other body corporate or givena guarantee or provided any security in connection with a loan to any other body corporate or person.The Company has also not made any investments as per the provisions of Section 186 of the CompaniesAct, 2013.
20. Management Discussion and Analysis Report
A report for the year under review as required under Regulation 34 and as stipulated under Part B ofSchedule V of Listing Regulations, is annexed herewith and forms part of this report.
21. Corporate Governance
A report on Corporate Governance as required under Regulation 34 and as stipulated in Part C ofSchedule V of Listing Regulations is annexed herewith and forms part of this report. A ComplianceCertificate issued by a Practicing Company Secretary, regarding compliance with Corporate Governance,is also annexed therewith.
22. Annual Return
In terms of Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 12 of the Companies (Managementand Administration) Rules, 2014, the Annual Return (Form MGT- 7) of the Company is available on thewebsite of the Company at the weblink http://www.dsl-india.com/annual-return.
23. Energy Conservation, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo.
As required by Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, information with regard to Conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreignexchange earnings and outgo are annexed as 'Annexure - V' to form part of this report.
24. Significant and Material Orders Passed by the Regulators or Courts
There are no significant material orders passed by the regulators / courts which would impact thegoing concern status of the Company and its future operations.
25. Material Changes and Commitments
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company whichoccurred between the end of the financial year of the Company to which the financial statements arerelated and the date of this report.
26. Compliance with Secretarial Standards
The Company has complied with applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of CompanySecretaries of India.
27. Acknowledgement
We place on record our deep appreciation for the co-operation and support extended by our Bankers,stakeholders, business associates, and the Central and State Government authorities, includingdistrict-level administrations. Their continued guidance and assistance have been invaluable, and theBoard looks forward to their sustained support in the future. We are pleased to thank all employees andworkmen for their dedication and excellence displayed in conducting the operations of the Company.
On behalf of the Board of DirectorsYashwant Kumar Daga
Place : Kolkata Chairman and Managing Director
Date : 26.05.2026 (DIN - 00040632)