Your Directors are pleased to present the Company's 33rd Annual Report, together with the audited financial statements for the financialyear ended 31st March, 2026.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
The key financial highlights of the Company are set out below
Standalone
Consolidated
2025-26
2024-25
Revenue from Operations
1,84,479.95
1,68,218.59
1,88,096.11
1,71,045.97
Other Income
435.40
540.05
421.12
534.84
Total Revenue
1,84,915.35
1,68,758.64
1,88,517.23
1,71,580.81
Profit before Interest, Depreciation and Taxation
20,264.03
18,092.16
20390.00
18,801.54
Less:Interest
2,202.43
2,585.87
2444.37
2,815.20
Depreciation
3963.41
3,751.46
3,966.25
3,755.58
Add: Share of Profit/(Loss) of Joint Venture
239.68
152.37
Profit From Operations before Exceptional Items and Tax
14,098.19
11,754.83
14,219.06
12,383.13
Add: Exceptional Items
318.86
Profit Before Tax
12,073.69
Less: Tax Expense
3,525.22
3,040.54
3,510.87
3,161.10
Profit After Tax
10,572.97
9,033.15
10,708.19
9,222.03
Attributable to
a) Owners of the Company
10743.02
9,103.55
b) Non-Controlling Interest
(35.83)
118.48
Other Comprehensive Income (net of tax)
80.42
81.68
230.55
(0.97)
Total Comprehensive Income
9,113.57
9,303.71
10973.56
9,185.23
(35.79)
Opening Balance in Retained Earnings
71,301.40
63,889.31
70,410.80
62,927.05
Add: Profit for the year
10,743.02
Add: Re-measurement gain/(Losses) on defined benefitobligation
306.15
107.47
303.56
Add: Income Tax on above
(77.05)
(27.05)
(76.40)
Add: Share of OCI in Joint Venture
1.26
10,802.07
10,973.56
Less: Dividend Paid
1,701.48
Closing balance in Retained Earnings
80,401.99
7,1301.40
79,682.88
7,0410.80
PERFORMANCE REVIEW
During the financial year, on a standalone basis, the Company’stotal revenue from operations increased to Lakhs H1,84,479.95from H1,68,218.59 Lakhs in the previous financial year. Profit aftertax stood at H10,572.97 Lakhs, as against H9,033.15 Lakhs forthe same period.
Export revenues amounted to H62.2 crore compared to H6,577.35Lakhs in the previous financial year.
However, on a consolidated basis, during the year, Company’stotal revenue from operations stood at H1,88,096.11 Lakhs ascompared to H1,71,045.97 Lakhs in the previous financial year.
Profit after tax was H10,708.19, compared with H9,222.03 Lakhsin the preceding financial year.
STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIRS ANDOPERATIONS
Dollar Industries Limited continues to strengthen its position asone of India's leading branded innerwear, outerwear and athleisurecompanies, driven by a strong legacy of trust, innovation, qualityand consumer-centricity. Over the years, the Company hassuccessfully evolved into a diversified apparel brand with a robustportfolio comprising Dollar Man, Dollar Woman, Dollar Junior,Dollar Always Thermal, and Dollar Protect and other emergingcategories catering to consumers across age groups, geographiesand lifestyle segments.
During FY 2025-26, the Company continued to focus on enhancingits market presence through product innovation, strategic brandinvestments, deeper consumer engagement and strengthening ofits distribution ecosystem. Supported by a strong understandingof changing consumer preferences and evolving fashion trends,Dollar further reinforced its position as a trusted and contemporaryapparel brand across India.
The Company operates through a well-integrated design-to-delivery ecosystem supported by experienced in-house designteams, efficient manufacturing capabilities, strong sourcingpartnerships and one of the widest distribution networks in theindustry. Continuous investments in technology, automation anddigital transformation have enabled greater operational efficiency,improved inventory management and enhanced responsivenessto market demand.
Consumer insights remain at the heart of our growth strategy.Through widespread market research and data-driven decision¬making, the Company continues to develop products thateffectively combine comfort, functionality, affordability and style.This consumer-first approach has enabled Dollar to consistentlyintroduce relevant product innovations and maintain its leadershipposition in the hosiery and apparel segment.
BRAND BUILDING AND MARKETINGINITIATIVES
FY 2025-26 witnessed significant investments in integratedmarketing campaigns across television, digital, outdoor andretail touch points. The Company executed large-scale seasonalcampaigns during summer, festive and winter periods, deliveringstrong brand visibility and consumer engagement acrosskey markets.
The Company also continued to invest in strengthening retailvisibility through extensive in-shop branding, on-shop branding,wall paintings, dealer engagement programmes and other micro¬market activation initiatives across the country. These efforts have
played a crucial role in maintaining strong market presence andenhancing consumer recall at the point of purchase.
PRODUCT INNOVATION AND CATEGORYEXPANSION
Product innovation remained a key growth driver during the year.The Company’s seasonal product portfolio, including Rainguardrainwear, continued to receive encouraging consumer responseacross markets. These categories have successfully expandedDollar’s presence beyond traditional innerwear and hosierysegments, enabling stronger consumer engagement throughoutthe year.
The increasing acceptance of these products demonstratesthe effectiveness of the Company’s strategy to offer practical,functional and lifestyle-oriented solutions under the trusted Dollarbrand umbrella. Supported by focused marketing campaignsand widespread distribution, these categories have emerged asimportant contributors to brand visibility and consumer acquisition.
The Company also continued to strengthen its athleisure andpremium product offerings, responding to the growing demandfor performance-oriented and fashion-forward apparel amongmodern consumers.
BRAND AMBASSADORS AND CONSUMERCONNECT
The Company’s association with renowned brand ambassadorscontinued to enhance brand equity and consumer trust acrossdiverse markets. During FY 2025-26, the following celebrityendorsements remained instrumental in strengtheningbrand communication:
Ý Akshay Kumar - Dollar Bigboss
Ý Saif Ali Khan - Dollar Lehar
Ý Yami Gautam - Dollar Missy
Ý Mahesh Babu - Dollar Bigboss (South India)
These strategic partnerships have enabled the Company to connecteffectively with consumers across regions and demographics whilereinforcing the values of quality, reliability and style associatedwith the Dollar brand portfolio.
DISTRIBUTION AND MARKET REACH
The Company’s extensive pan-India distribution network remainsone of its strongest competitive advantages. With a vast networkof distributors, dealers and retail partners, Dollar continues toensure deep market penetration across urban, semi-urban andrural markets. This widespread reach enables efficient productavailability and supports the successful launch of new productsand categories.
The Company’s focus on strengthening retail relationships,improving supply chain efficiencies and leveraging technology-driven processes has further enhanced operational effectivenessand customer satisfaction.
The Company also penetrating multiple countries across theworld. Exporting around 25 countries
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
The Company’s growing international footprint continues to be animportant pillar of its long-term growth strategy. Over the years,Dollar Industries has effectively expanded its presence beyonddomestic markets, forming itself as a trusted Indian apparel brandin several overseas territories.
During FY 2025-26, the Company exported its products toapproximately 25 countries in international markets, generatingexport revenues of H622 million. This feat reflects the increasingglobal acceptance of Dollar’s quality standards, product innovationand value-driven offerings.
The Company continues to strengthen its relationships withinternational distributors and business partners, while activelyexploring new market prospects to expand its global reach.Leveraging its strong manufacturing capabilities, diverse productportfolio and competitive pricing, Dollar is well-positioned to caterto the evolving needs of consumers across geographies.
OUTLOOK
The encouraging response to the Company's product innovations,strengthened brand portfolio and integrated marketing initiativesduring FY 2025-26 reaffirms the resilience of the Dollar brand.The Company remains committed to driving sustainable growththrough invention, premiumization, category expansion anddeeper consumer engagement.
With a strong foundation built on trusted relationships withconsumers, channel partners, suppliers and employees, DollarIndustries is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging marketopportunities and continue its journey towards long-term valuecreation. Guided by its commitment to quality, innovation andcustomer satisfaction, the Company remains confident ofstrengthening its leadership position in the Indian apparel andhosiery industry.
DIVIDEND
Based on the Company’s performance, your Board of Directors hasrecommended a dividend of K3/- (previous year H 3/- on face valueof H2/- fully paid-up) per equity share of H 2/- fully paid-up (i.e. 150%on the paid-up value of Equity Shares). The proposal is subject tothe approval of the Members at the 33rd Annual General Meeting(AGM) of the Company scheduled to be held on 04th August, 2026.The dividend payout is in the line with the dividend distributionpolicy as adopted by the Company.
The dividend, if approved by the Members, will result in a totaloutflow of H1,701.48 Lakhs, subject to deduction of tax at sourcein accordance with Section 194 of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 as amended, theCompany has in place a Dividend Distribution Policy and the sameis also available on the Company’s website URLhttps://www.dollarglobal.in/wp-content/uploads/DIVIDEND-DISTRIBUTION-POLICY.pdf
AMOUNT TRANSFERRED TO RESERVES
The Board of Directors of the Company has decided not to transferany amount to the General Reserves for the financial year 2025¬26.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements for the year 2025-26 have been preparedin accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (IND -AS)under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Companies(Accounts) Rules, 2014, and Regulation 48 of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, asapplicable to the Company.
The financial statements incorporate prudent estimates andjudgments to fairly present the Company’s financial position,results, and cash flows for the year ended 31st March, 2026.
The financial statements of the Company’s Subsidiary,Dollar Garments Private Limited, and its joint venture, PepeJeans Innerfashion Private Limited, have been prepared andconsolidated with the Company’s financials, and are an integralpart of this report.
The financial statements of the Company’s Subsidiary and JointVenture are not included in this report. In accordance with Section136 of the Companies Act 2013, the copies of the documentsare made available for inspection at its registered office duringworking hours for a period of twenty-one days before the date of themeeting and these statements will also be available for inspectionby members physically or through electronic means. The Companywill provide the financial statements of its Subsidiary and JointVenture upon request from any member in writing to the Companyat its registered office or atinvestors@dollarglobal.in. Furtherthe Audited Financial Statements and related information of theCompany and audited accounts of its subsidiary are available onthe website of the Company at www.dollarglobal.in
However, pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Companies Act,2013, a statement containing the salient features of the financialstatements of the Subsidiary and Joint Venture Company areattached to the financial statements in Form AOC-1 is annexedherewith as Annexure - ‘K’ and forms a part of this Report.
SHARE CAPITAL
There was no change in the authorized, issued, subscribed, orpaid-up share capital of the Company during the financial yearunder review.
The authorised share capital of the Company as on 31st March,2026 stood at H 11,50,00,000 (Rupees Eleven Crores Fifty Lakhs)divided into 5,75,00,000 (Five Crore Seventy Five Lakhs) EquityShares of face value of H 2/- each.
The issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital of the Companystood at H11,34,32,240 (Rupees Eleven Crores Thirty Four LakhsThirty Two Thousand Two Hundred Forty) divided into 5,67,16,120(Five Crores Sixty Seven Lakhs Sixteen Thousand One HundredTwenty) Equity Shares of face value ofH 2/- each, fully paid up.
The Company has not issued any Equity Shares, Equity Shareswith differential rights, Sweat Equity Shares, or Employees' StockOptions, nor has it repurchased any of its own shares. Therefore,there is no information to be provided as per Rule 4(4), Rule 8(13),Rule 12(9), and Rule 16(4) of the Companies (Share Capital andDebentures) Rules, 2014, or Section 42 and Section 62 of theCompanies Act, 2013.
DOLLAR EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION PLAN(2022)
The Company’s ‘Dollar Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)’ is inforce but no stock option has been granted to employees underthe ESOP till 31st March, 2026.
SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT
The Board of Directors in its meeting held on 26th September,2025 has approved a Composite Scheme of Arrangement in termsof Sections 230 to 232 of the Companies Act, 2013 (“CompaniesAct") read with the rules made thereunder, Section 2(1B) andother applicable provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961 andother applicable laws including the SEBI Circular No. CFD/DIL3/CIR/2017/21 dated 10th March, 2017 and SEBI Master CircularNo. SEBI/HO/CFD/DIL1/CIR/P/2021/0000000665 dated 23rdNovember, 2021 and, each as amended from time to time (‘SEBICirculars') . The following group / sister Companies are proposedto merge with Company -
1. Dindayal Texpro Private Limited (“Demerged Company”)
2. ADDS Projects Private Limited ;
3. Amicable Properties Private Limited ;
4. Bhawani Yarns Private Limited ;
5. Dollar Brands Private Limited ;
6. Goldman Trading Private Limited ;
7. KPS Distributors Private Limited ;
8. PHPL Properties Private Limited ; and
9. Zest Merchants Private Limited
The proposed arrangement includes the demerger of the hosierybusiness of Dindayal Texpro Private Limited, to streamlineoperations, enhance operational efficiency and create a morefocused business structure across the Group.
The Company has obtained No Objection Certificates (NOCs)from both BSE and NSE for the Scheme.
Following receipt of the aforesaid approvals, the Company has filedthe application with the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)
for its requisite approval.
Upon completion of the NCLT process, the Scheme is expectedto optimize resource allocation, strengthen the core businessverticals, and enhance long-term value creation for shareholdersand stakeholders. The Company remains committed to executingthe Scheme in a timely and transparent manner, in accordancewith applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
On approval of the Scheme, the Company would allot 29,80,138shares of 110/- each fully paid-up in the Share Capital of theCompany to the Promoters / Promoters' group and the Promotersholding in the Share Capital would increase by mere 1.39%. TheShares would also be listed with both NSE & BSE.
DEPOSITS
During the year under review, your Company has neither acceptednor renewed any deposits as defined under Section 73 of theAct, in accordance with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits)Rules, 2014.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, RESEARCH ANDDEVELOPMENT, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION,FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information pertaining to the conservation of energy, researchand development, technology absorption, foreign exchangeearnings, and outgo, as mandated under Section 134(3)(m) of theCompanies Act, 2013 and Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, is provided in Annexure ‘A’ and is an integral part ofthis Report.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
The Company’s approach to Corporate Governance is centeredon achieving the highest standards of transparency andaccountability, with a steadfast commitment to protecting andenhancing the interests of all stakeholders.
The Company remains committed in upholding thestrongest standards of ethics and governance, fosteringincreased transparency that drives value and benefits for allstakeholders involved.
The Company has fully complied with all the provisions outlinedin the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, as well as the directives issued by SEBI fromtime to time.
The Company aims to exceed stakeholders expectations whileensuring full compliance with the mandatory provisions set forthby the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015.
The Company has carefully considered and ensured that allnecessary information is included in the Directors’ Reportand the Corporate Governance Report, in full compliance withthe provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, aswell as the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges.
Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of the SEBI(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015, the applicable Regulations as issued by SEBI and asamended from time to time a report on Corporate Governancealong with a Certificate from Mr. Santosh Kumar Tibrewalla,Practicing Company Secretary ( Peer reviewed) (MembershipNo.:3811 ; CP No.: 3982), regarding compliance of conditions ofCorporate Governance are provided in Annexure ‘B’ & ‘C’ and arean integral part of this Report
The certification by CEO & CFO as per Regulation 17(8) of SEBI(Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015 is provided in Annexure - ‘D’ and is integral part ofthis Report.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board of Directors has established a comprehensive Code ofConduct and set of business principles, which apply to all Boardmembers—both Executive and Non-Executive Directors—alongwith senior management and all employees of the Company. Theseguidelines are designed to ensure that the business is conductedwith the highest standards of ethics, efficiency, and transparency,enabling the Company to meet its obligations and deliver valueto its shareholders and all other stakeholders and the same hasalso been placed on the Company’s website URLhttps://www.dollarglobal.in/wp-content/uploads/CODE-OF-CONDUCT.pdf
The Board Members and Senior Management have affirmedtheir compliance with the Code and pursuant to Regulation26(3) read with Schedule V of SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 a declaration signedby the Managing Director & CEO to this affect is provided inAnnexure - ‘E’ and is integral part of this Report.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSIONS AND ANALYSISREPORT
In accordance with Regulation 34(2)(e) read with Schedule Vof the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015, the Management Discussion and AnalysisReport provides a comprehensive review of the Company’soperations, state of affairs, performance, and future outlook forthe reporting year is provided in Annexure - ‘F’ and is integral partof this Report.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
During the year under review Mr. Rajesh Kumar Bubna(DIN:00468038), Independent Director of the Company completedhis tenure of 2 terms of 5 consecutive years on 13th August, 2025and accordingly he ceased to be an Independent Director of theCompany w.e.f. 14th August, 2025.
During the year under review on recommendation of theNomination and Remuneration Committee, Ms. Shalini Jain (DIN:10484828) was appointed as a Non-Executive IndependentDirector on the Board of the Company with effect from 14thMay, 2025, for a period of 5(five) consecutive years, u/s. 149(6)of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Pursuant toRegulation 17(1)(C) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, approval of shareholders forthe aforesaid appointment was obtained from the Shareholders inthe 32nd Annual General Meeting held on 25th July, 2025.
In terms of Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations2015, and as on the date of this report, the Independent Directorsof the Company comprises of Ms. Vibha Agarwal, Ms. DivyaaNewatia, Mr. Srikumar Bandyopadhyay, Mr. Sandip Kumar Kejriwaland Ms. Shalini Jain.
The Board of Directors opined that it was desirable to appoint oneof its Directors as the Chairman of the Board in accordance withthe provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.Accordingly, Mr. Vinod Kumar Gupta, Managing Director of theCompany, was appointed as Chairman of the Board and of theCompany with effect from 11th August, 2025.
The existing terms of Mr. Vinod Kumar Gupta (DIN: 00877949)as Managing Director (designated as Key Managerial Personnel),Mr. Binay Kumar Gupta (DIN: 01982889) as Joint ManagingDirector, Mr. Bajrang Kumar Gupta (DIN: 01783906) & Mr. KrishanKumar Gupta (DIN: 01982914) as Whole-Time Directors of theCompany of the Company would expire on 31st August, 2026 andthe Board of Directors of the Company, on recommendation ofNomination and Remuneration Committee, in its meeting held on23rd May, 2026 has re-appointed them for a further period of 5(five)years on the terms, conditions and remuneration as detailed inthe Notice convening the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM),subject to the approval of shareholders.
The Company has received requisite declarations from all itsIndependent Directors as follows:
a. Under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 thatthey meet the criteria of independence as prescribed underSection 149 (6) of the Companies Act, 2013 along with theRules framed thereunder and Regulation 16 (1) (b) of theSEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations 2015;
b. That they have complied with the Code of Conduct ofIndependent Directors prescribed under Schedule IV of theCompanies Act, 2013; and
c. That they have duly registered their names in the IndependentDirectors’ Databank maintained by the Indian Institute ofCorporate Affairs, in terms of Section 150 of the CompaniesAct, 2013 read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointmentand Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014 including anyamendments thereto.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 152(6) and other applicableprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Articles of Associationof the Company, Mr. Bajrang Kumar Gupta (DIN: 01783906) ,Whole-Time Director of the Company, retires by rotation at theensuing 33rd Annual General Meeting and being eligible hasoffered for his re-appointment.
During the year under review, there was no change in the KeyManagerial Personnel(s) of the Company.
In terms of Section 203 of the Companies Act 2013 read withCompanies (Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 30 of SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, theKey Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the Company as on 31st March,2026 comprises of following:
1. Mr. Vinod Kumar Gupta - Chairman & Managing Director
2. Mr. Ajay Kumar Patodia - Chief Financial Officer
3. Mr Abhishek Mishra - Company Secretary andCompliance Officer
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified underSection 164(2) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules madethereunder. The Directors have also made necessary disclosuresto as required under provisions of Section 184(1) of the CompaniesAct, 2013.
All members of the Board of Directors and senior managementpersonnel affirmed compliance with the Company’s code ofconduct policy for the FY 2025-26.
DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3) (c) and 134(5) of the
Companies Act, 2013, your Directors to the best of their knowledge
and ability, hereby confirm that:
1. In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicableaccounting standards had been followed along with properexplanation related to material departures;
2. Appropriate accounting policies have been selected andapplied consistently and judgements and estimates that arereasonable and prudent have been made so as to give a trueand fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at 31stMarch, 2026 and of the profit of the Company for the yearended on 31st March, 2026;
3. Proper and sufficient care has been taken, for themaintenance of adequate accounting records in accordancewith the provisions of this Act, for safeguarding the assetsof the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud andother irregularities;
4. The annual accounts have been prepared on a goingconcern basis;
5. The Directors have laid down Internal Financial Control to befollowed by the Company and that such Internal FinancialControl are adequate and are operating effectively; and
6. Proper systems have been devised to ensure compliance withthe provisions of all applicable laws and that such systemsare adequate and operating effectively.
Based on the Internal Financial Control framework, auditprocedure and compliance system as established andmaintained by the Company. The Board is of the opinion thatthe Company’s Internal Financial Controls were adequate andeffective during the FY 2025-26.
AUDITORS AND THEIR REPORTS
M/s Singhi & Co., Chartered Accountants, (Firm Reg No.:302049E), Statutory Auditors of the Company would continueto hold the office of Statutory Auditors till the conclusion ofthe 34th AGM of the Company to be held for the FY 2026-27.
The observations, if any, raised by the Statutory Auditor,M/s Singhi & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm Reg. No.302049E), in their Auditors’ Report (both Standaloneand Consolidated), along with the accompanying notes toaccounts, are self-explanatory. , and therefore, no furtherclarification is required. The Auditors’ Report does notinclude any qualifications, reservations, adverse remarks,or disclaimers and hence no further clarification is required.
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee andpursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the CompaniesAct, 2013, the Board of Directors has re-appointedM/s. Pranab Chakrabarty & Associates, Cost Accountants(Firm Reg No.: 000803) as the Cost Auditors to carry out theaudit of the cost records of the Company for the FY. 2025-26.
Further, on recommendation of the Audit Committee andpursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the CompaniesAct, 2013, the Board of Directors has proposed to appointM/s. P. Chakrabarty & Associates, Cost Accountants (RegNo.: 005952) as the Cost Auditors to carry out the audit ofthe cost records of the Company for the FY. 2026-27.
The remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors is subjectto ratification by the shareholders at the ensuing AnnualGeneral Meeting. Accordingly, the same has been proposedfor approval in the Notice convening the 33rd Annual GeneralMeeting, which forms part of this Report.
Mr. Santosh Kumar Tibrewalla, Practising Company Secretary- Peer Reviewed (Membership No. 3811 & C.P. No. 3982),Secretarial Auditor of the Company would continue to holdthe office of Secretarial Auditors till the conclusion of the 37thAGM of the Company to be held for the FY 2029-30.
The Secretarial Audit Report (MR-3), issued byMr. Santosh Kumar Tibrewalla, for the FY 2025-26, is given inAnnexure ‘G’ to this Report.
Our response to observations in the Secretarial Audit Reportare as follows :
The Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial yearended 31st March, 2026, in relation to compliance of allapplicable SEBI Regulations / circulars / guidelines issuedthereunder, pursuant to the requirement of Regulation 24Aof the Listing Regulations, is available on the website of theCompany at www.dollarglobal.in
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee andpursuant to the provisions of Section 138 of the CompaniesAct, 2013, the Board of Directors has re-appointedM/s. Pawan Gupta & Co., Practicing Chartered Accountants(Firm Regn. no. 318115E) as the Internal Auditors of theCompany to conduct the internal audit of the Company forFY 2026-27
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
Your Company takes pride in being a responsible corporate citizen,strongly committed to the well-being and development of the
communities mostly that surround its operations. With this goalthe Company has identified and initiated several impactful projectsfocused on social empowerment, rural development, sustainablelivelihoods, healthcare and education. Throughout the year, theCompany has actively contributed in variety of initiatives aimedat improving the lives of people mainly in the neighboring villagesaround its plant locations and also at other parts of the country.
The Company has been carrying out Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) activities under the applicable provisions of Section 135 readwith Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, as amended fromtime to time and the Companies (Corporate Social ResponsibilityPolicy) Rules 2014. The Company has adopted the CSR Policy whichprovides a broad framework with regard to implementation of CSRactivities carried out by the Company.The CSR policy formulatedby the Company is available on the Company’s websitehttps://www.dollarglobal.in/wp-content/uploads/CORPORATE-SOCIAL-RESPONSIBILITY-POLICY.pdf
The details of the CSR Committee has been provided in theCorporate Governance Report as annexed to this Report andthe CSR activities are mentioned in the ‘Annual Report on CSRActivities’ is provided in Annexure - ‘H’ and is integral part ofthis Report.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES ANDMANAGERIALREMUNERATION
The details regarding the remuneration of Directors, KeyManagerial Personnel (KMP), and other relevant information asrequired under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, readwith Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remunerationof Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, are provided inAnnexure - ‘I’, which forms an integral part of this Report.
In accordance with Section 136(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, theDirectors' Report does not include the information on employees'particulars as outlined in Section 197(12), read with Rule 5(2)and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration ofManagerial Personnel) Rules, 2014. However, this information isavailable for inspection at the registered office of the Company. Anymember willing to inspect the same can do so by sending a writtenrequest in advance to the Company Secretary atinvestors@dollarglobal.in.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY ANDSUSTAINIBILITY REPORT (BRSR)
Your Company has prepared its Business Responsibility andSustainability Report (BRSR), incorporating the BRSR CoreIndicators in accordance with the reporting framework prescribedby SEBI for listed entities. These indicators are grounded in theprinciples outlined in the National Guidelines on ResponsibleBusiness Conduct (NGRBC), 2018, reflecting the Company’scommitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.
Pursuant to Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and in line withthe Master Circulars issued in July 2023 and November 2024,the BRSR disclosures for the financial year 2025-26 form anintegral part of this Annual Report. The Company’s performanceacross Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) parameters,encompassing Economic, Environmental, Social, and Governanceresponsibilities, is detailed in Annexure - ‘J’, which is annexed tothis Report.
DISCLOSURE AS PER THE SEXUALHARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION ANDREDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
Your Company has adopted zero-tolerance policy against sexualharassment and is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful,and inclusive workplace. In line with the POSH Act, 2013, acomprehensive Policy on the Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressalof Sexual Harassment has been implemented, applicable to allemployees, including permanent, contractual, temporary staffand trainees. The Company fosters a culture of accountability andprovides an effective mechanism to address any grievances. ThePOSH Policy is available on the Company’s website athttps://www.dollarglobal.in/wp-content/uploads/POLICY-ON-PREVENTION-OF-SEXUAL-HARRASSMANT-AT-WORKPLACE.pdf
During the year under review, no complaints with allegations ofsexual harassment were received by the Company.
The Company has complied with provisions relating to theconstitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the SexualHarassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition andRedressal) Act, 2013.
The Company affirms its compliance with the provisions of theMaternity Benefit Act, 1961 (as amended). All eligible femaleemployees are provided maternity benefits as prescribed under theAct, including paid maternity leave, nursing breaks and protectionagainst dismissal during the maternity period.
WEBSITE
Your Company's website, www.dollarglobal.in. features a dedicatedInvestor Relations section that provides easy access to keyfinancial information, including the Financial Results, ShareholdingPattern, Annual and Quarterly Reports, as well as updates andintimations filed with the Stock Exchange(s). In addition, it containsa comprehensive overview of the various policies adopted bythe Board.
The website also offers valuable details about the Company’shistory, its business operations, and key personnel, includingthe Board of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, and Business
Heads. All this information is readily available to keep our investorsand stakeholders well-informed.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PREVENTION OFINSIDER TRADING
The Company has implemented a Code of Conduct in accordancewith the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015,to regulate, monitor, and report trading activities by designatedpersons. This includes the procedures for dealing in the Company’ssecurities, as well as the disclosures required under Regulation8 of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.Furthermore, the Board of Directors has formally approved andadopted a comprehensive Code of Practices and Proceduresto ensure the fair disclosure of unpublished price-sensitiveinformation, aligning with the regulatory requirements.
The code is applicable to Directors, KMPs, employees, designatedperson, their relatives and other connected persons of theCompany; the aforesaid code of conduct for prevention of insidertrading is duly placed on the website of the Company at www.dollarglobal.in.
In accordance with the Company’s internal Code of Conduct for thePrevention of Insider Trading, as outlined under the SEBI (Prohibitionof Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 (as amended from time totime), the closure of the trading window is communicated in advanceto all designated persons. During the closure period, Directors, KeyManagerial Personnel (KMPs), employees, designated persons,their relatives and other connected individuals are prohibited fromtrading in the Company's securities.
The Company has established and is actively maintaining aStructured Digital Database in compliance with Regulation3(5) of SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.Additionally, throughout the year, the Company conducted regularinternal training sessions and awareness programs to ensure thatemployees are well-informed and well-versed with the Company’sInsider Trading Policy, which has been formulated in accordancewith the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
DISCLOSURES AS PER APPLICABLEPROVISIONS OF COMPANIES ACT, 2013/LISTING AGREEMENT/ SEBI (LISTINGOBLIGATIONS AND DISCLOSUREREQUIREMENTS) REGULATIONS, 2015
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, prior approval of the Audit Committee isobtained for each transaction as proposed to be entered intoby the Company with its related parties.
A prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee is obtainedon a yearly basis for the transactions which are foreseenand repetitive in nature. All the transactions pursuant tothe omnibus approval so granted by the Audit Committeeand transactions which are not at arm's length and grantedby Board, is audited and a detailed quarterly statement ofall Related Party Transactions is placed before the AuditCommittee on quarterly basis for its review. The necessarydisclosures regarding the related party transactions are givenin the notes to accounts.
There were no materially significant related partytransactions with the Company’s Promoters, Directors andothers as defined in section 2(76) of the Companies Act,2013 and Regulation 23 of SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 which mayhave potential conflict of interest with the Company at large.
The policy on related party transactions as approved bythe Board is available on the Company’s website at www.dollarglobal.in. The Company obtains necessary approvalof the Audit Committee and Board of Directors were taken,wherever required, in accordance with the aforesaid policy.
Pursuant to Regulation 34 (3) read with Schedule V of theSEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, disclosure of transactions of the Companywith its Promoter Group Company, holding more than 10% ofEquity Shares in the Company are provided herein below: -
Name of the Promoter Group
Nature ofTransaction
(K in Lakhs)
Dollar Holdings Private Limited
Rent Paid
11.39
Dividend Paid
787.37
V.K. Mercantile Private Limited
11.40
235.58
The Board of Directors met 5 (Five) times during the FY. 2025¬26. The details of the Board Meeting and attendance of theDirectors are provided in the Corporate Governance Reportare provided in Annexure - ‘B’ and forms integral part ofthis Report.
The Audit Committee has been constituted by the Boardin accordance with the relevant provisions outlined inthe Companies Act, 2013, as well as the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015, ensuring compliance with all applicable statutory andregulatory requirements.
The composition and other details of the Committee aregiven in the Corporate Governance Report and provided inAnnexure - ‘B’ and forms integral part of this Report.
During the financial year under review, there was no instancewhere the Board did not accept the recommendations putforward by the Audit Committee.
The Board has constituted its Nomination and RemunerationCommittee in accordance with the relevant provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013, and the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, ensuringnecessary compliance with all applicable statutory andregulatory requirements.
The composition and other details of the Committee aregiven in the Corporate Governance Report are provided inAnnexure - ‘B’ and forms integral part of this Report.
The Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee as constitutedby the Board is in accordance to the relevant provisions ofthe Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is functioningto ensure effective communication and address the concernsof stakeholders in a timely and transparent manner.
The Board has constituted its Risk Management Committeein accordance to the relevant provisions of the CompaniesAct, 2013, and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015. It ensures effectiveidentification, assessment, and management of potentialrisks that could impact the Company’s operations, financialstability and overall strategic objectives
The Board has established the Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) Committee in accordance with the relevant provisionsof the Companies Act, 2013, to oversee and implementthe Company’s CSR initiatives and ensure compliance withapplicable laws and regulations.
The Board has constituted Management and FinanceCommittee to exercise some of its powers as and when andto the extent delegated to the Committee.
The Company has established and implemented acomprehensive risk management framework that includesregular audits and checks designed to identify, assess,mitigate, monitor, and report risks inherent in its businessoperations. Identified key risks are continuously managedby the relevant process owners, who implement ongoingrisk mitigation strategies to address and minimizepotential impacts.
Extracts of Annual Return
Pursuant to Section 92 of the Companies Act, 2013 andamendments thereof and in compliance of the Companies(Amendment) Act, 2017, the draft Annual Return for FY.2025-26 is placed on the Company’s websitehttps://www.dollarglobal.in/wp-content/uploads/DIL MGT-7 25-26.pdf
The aforementioned Annual Return is subject to changes,alterations, or modifications as necessary following theadoption of the Directors’ Report by the Shareholders atthe 33rd Annual General Meeting, as well as Certificationby the Practicing Company Secretary (PCS). Shareholdersacknowledge and authorize the Board/Company to makethese adjustments. Furthermore, the final version of theAnnual Return, once filed with the Ministry of CorporateAffairs, will be made available on the Company’s website.
The Company has in place adequate Internal FinancialControl System as required under section 134(5)(e) of theCompanies Act 2013. The system covers all major processesincluding operations, to ensure reliability of financialreporting, compliance with policies, procedures, laws andregulations, safeguarding of assets and economical andefficient use of resources. During the year under review suchcontrols were tested with reference to financial statementsand no reportable material weakness in the formulation oroperations were observed.
The Audit Committee periodically reviewed and took suitablemeasures for any observation or recommendation suggestedby the internal auditors on the efficacy and adequacy of theInternal Financial Control.
In terms of Regulation 32(1) of the SEBI (Listing Obligationsand Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, theCompany has not observed any material deviations orvariances in its operations. Additionally, the Company hasnot conducted any public issue, rights issue, or preferentialissue during the year under review.
During the year under review, the Company strategicallyinvested and deployed its surplus funds in shares andsecurities, adhering to the prescribed limits and within thepowers granted to the Board under Section 179 and Section186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
And accordingly, the Company has made investmentof 13,99,96,000/- (Three Crore Ninety Nine Lakhs Ninetysix Thousand Only) in Dollar Garments Private Limited bysubscribing its Equity Shares FV 110/- each, at an issue priceof 125/- per share including premium of 115/- per share onRights Issue basis.
All details pertaining to such loans, guarantees, andinvestments have been duly recorded in the registermaintained for this purpose and are further disclosed in thenotes to the financial statements.
There is no significant changes to the financial position of theCompany between the closure of the financial year and thedate of this report.
The Company’s Consolidated Financial Statements, asprepared and presented, encompass the financial resultsof its Joint Venture viz Pepe Jeans Innerfashion PrivateLimited (JV Co), along with its Subsidiary viz. Dollar GarmentsPrivate Limited. These statements have been compiled in fullcompliance with the relevant Accounting Standards.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134, 178, andSchedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013, as well as Regulation17 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, the Board has implemented a formalmechanism to evaluate its own performance, as wellas that of its Committees and individual Directors. Thisevaluation process has been structured to assess variousfacets of the Board's functioning, including the compositionof the Board and its Committees, the effectiveness ofBoard processes, the quality and flow of information,the experience and competencies of its members, theperformance of specific duties and obligations, and overallgovernance practices. Additionally, a separate assessmentwas conducted to evaluate the performance of individualDirectors, based on a comprehensive questionnaire. Thecriteria in this questionnaire covered aspects such as thelevel of participation, independent judgment exercised,understanding of the Company’s business, and overallcontribution to the Board's objectives.
The evaluation of the Independent Directors was conductedby the full Board, excluding the Director being evaluated.Meanwhile, the evaluation of the Non-Independent Directorswas carried out by the Independent Directors during theirseparate meeting held on 23rd May, 2026
The results of the performance evaluation, conducted inaccordance with the above-mentioned mechanism, werefound to be satisfactory. This outcome also highlightedthe strong commitment of the Board members and theirrespective Committees to the Company’s success andoverall governance.
The Company, upon the recommendation of its Nominationand Remuneration Committee, has established aNomination, Remuneration, and Evaluation Policy. Thispolicy is in line with the provisions of Section 178 of theCompanies Act, 2013, and the Rules framed thereunder,as well as Regulation 19 along with Part D of Schedule II ofthe SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, and the Listing Agreement entered intowith the Stock Exchanges (as amended from time to time).The policy outlines, among other aspects, the criteria for theappointment and remuneration of Directors, including thedetermination of qualifications, positive attributes, and theindependence of Directors, among other key factors.
This policy is formulated to provide a framework and setstandards in relation to the following and details on the sameare given in the Corporate Governance Report are providedin Annexure - ‘B’ and forms integral part of this Report:
a. Criteria for appointment and removal of Directors, KeyManagerial Personnel (KMP) and Senior ManagementExecutives of the Company;
b. Remuneration in any form payable to the Directors,KMPs and Senior Management Executives;
c. Evaluation of the performance of the Directors;
d. Criteria for determining qualifications, positiveattributes and independence of a Director
In accordance with Section 177(9) of the Companies Act,2013, and Regulation 22 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Companyhas established a Vigil Mechanism to provide a platform forDirectors and employees to report any genuine concerns tothe management. These concerns may include instances ofunethical behaviour, suspected or actual fraud, or violationsof the Company's Code of Conduct or Ethics Policy.
This policy encourages employees, as well as otherstakeholders engaged in transactions with the Company, toreport any unethical or improper practices they observe withinthe organization. The Company is committed to conductingits affairs with the highest levels of fairness, transparency,professionalism, honesty, integrity, and ethical behaviour.
In line with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013, andthe SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, the Company has implemented theWhistle Blower Policy to empower all employees andDirectors to raise concerns regarding any violations of theCode of Ethics. Under this policy, Directors and employeesare encouraged to escalate any issues or concerns thatcould potentially harm the interests of the Company or itsstakeholders to the Audit Committee.
The Company is dedicated to maintaining the higheststandards of ethical, moral, and legal business conduct,promoting open communication, and ensuring the necessarysafeguards are in place to protect Directors, employees, orany other individual utilizing the mechanism. This protectionincludes safeguarding them from retaliation or victimizationwhen reporting concerns in good faith.
Details of establishment of the Vigil Mechanism Policy isavailable on the Company’s website at www.dollarglobal.in and also set out in the Corporate Governance Reportare provided in Annexure - ‘B’ and forms integral part ofthis Report.
In accordance with Section 148(1) of the Companies Act,2013, and the Rules prescribed thereunder, the Companyis maintaining cost records as specified by the CentralGovernment. The Cost Audit report for FY 2025-26 wouldbe issued by cost auditors within prescribed time forrequisite compliance.
SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company is compliant with all the mandatory secretarialstandards as issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries ofIndia. (ICSI).
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
Industrial relations during the fiscal year 2025-26 remainedpositive and collaborative. The Directors acknowledge andappreciate the continued support of the Company’s agents,dealers, and suppliers, and commend the senior management,officers, employees, and workers for their dedication andcontributions, which have been pivotal in driving the Company’sgrowth and development.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERSPASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS ORTRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERNSTATUS AND COMPANY’S OPERATIONS INFUTURE
There has been no significant and material orders passed byregulators or courts or tribunals impacting going concern statusand Company’s operations in future.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Board sincerely express its gratitude to the Company’sstakeholders, including financial institutions, banks, governmentagencies, business partners, and shareholders, for their continuedsupport and trust. It also deeply appreciate the dedication,professionalism, and commitment of employees at all levels,whose hard work and enthusiasm have been instrumental indriving the Company’s success during the year.
Registered Office:
Om Tower, 15th floor, By order of the Board of Directors
32, J. L. Nehru Road, For Dollar Industries Limited
Kolkata - 700 071
Vinod Kumar Gupta Krishan Kumar Gupta
Date: 23rd May, 2026 Chairman & Managing Director Whole-Time Director
Place: Kolkata (DIN: 00877949) (DIN: 01982914)