Your Directors have pleasure in presenting the 10th (Tenth) Annual Report on the business and operations of your Company alongwith the Audited Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended March 31,2026.
Financial Performance
The financial performance of your Company for the Financial Year ended March 31,2026 is summarized below:
Standalone
Consolidated
Particulars
Financial Year ended
March 31, 2026
March 31, 2025 |
March 31, 2025
Revenue from Operations
101297.04
94931.44
125010.63
107986.03
Other Income
4083.26
3501.06
2076.54
2459.74
Total Income
105380.27
98432.50
127087.17
110445.78
Profit before Finance Cost, Depreciation,Impairment and Amortisation expenses
19587.05
18740.79
24529.94
20933.99
Less: Finance Cost
313.86
383.63
518.81
526.09
Profit before Depreciation, Impairment andAmortisation expenses
19273.19
18357.16
24011.13
20407.9
Depreciation, Impairment & Amortisation expenses
3455.61
3271.14
5306.09
4473.61
Profit before Taxes
15817.58
15086.02
18705.04
15934.29
Less: Provision for Current Tax
4033.63
3871.81
4534.27
4070.40
Provision for Deferred Tax
(5.82)
6.16
39.05
(41.73)
Tax adjustments for the earlier years
(1.95)
(3.22)
(2.90)
(2.81)
Profit for the year
11791.72
11211.27
14134.64
11908.43
Transfer to General Reserve
NIL
EPS (Basic and diluted)(amount in Rs.)
11.19
10.64
13.26
11.35
Consolidated Financial Statements
The Consolidated Financial Statements of your Company for theFinancial Year 2025-26 (‘FY 2025-26') ended March 31, 2026are prepared in compliance with the applicable provisions of theCompanies Act, 2013 (‘the Act'), Indian Accounting Standards(‘Ind AS') and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015[‘SEBI (LODR) Regulations'] which shall also be provided to theMembers in their forthcoming Annual General Meeting (‘AGM').
Performance and State of the Company’s Affairs
During the year under review, we continued to strengthen itsposition in the writing instruments and stationery industry throughsustained focus on product innovation, brand building, distributionexpansion, operational excellence and customer-centric initiatives.
On a Standalone basis, revenue from operations increased by6.71% to Rs 101297.04 lakhs as against Rs 94931.44 lakhs inthe previous financial year. The net profit after tax increased by5.17% to Rs 11791.72 lakhs as against Rs 11211.27 lakhs in theprevious financial year.
On a Consolidated basis, revenue from operations increased by15.77% to Rs 125010.63 lakhs as against Rs 107986.03 lakhsin the previous financial year. The consolidated net profit aftertax increased by 18.69% to Rs 14134.64 lakhs as against Rs11908.43 lakhs in the previous financial year.
Our performance during the year was supported by sustaineddemand across key product categories, expansion of ourproduct portfolio, continued strengthening of distribution reach,improved market penetration and growth in export business.The Company remains focused on delivering innovative andvalue-driven products catering to the evolving preferences ofconsumers across domestic and international markets.
In India, our products are distributed through an extensiveand well-integrated nationwide sales and distribution network,encompassing super-stockists, distributors, direct dealers,wholesalers, and retailers. In addition to conventional tradechannels, our presence extends across modern retail formatsand leading e-commerce platforms, ensuring seamless productaccessibility across diverse consumer touchpoints.
We also cater to institutional requirements by offering tailoredcorporate gifting solutions to our enterprise clients. As of March31,2026, our Company commands the largest distribution andretail footprint in the Indian writing instruments industry, withapproximately 166 super-stockists, over 8,000 distributorsand dealers, and a robust network of more than 3.30 Lakhswholesalers and retailers, covering over 6,500 pin codesnationwide. Our dedicated Flair Sporty division operates asthe super-stockist for the Mumbai Metropolitan region, furtherstrengthening our regional distribution capabilities.
We maintain a diversified product portfolio across writinginstruments, creative stationery and allied product categoriesunder well-recognised brands including Hauser, Pierre Cardinand Flair Creative, Hauser Artz, Flair Designer Houseware, FlairElectronic Calculators. The Company's integrated manufacturingfacilities, coupled with strong product design and developmentcapabilities, continue to support operational efficiencies,product innovation and consistent quality standards.
On the international front, we are India’s largest exporter of writinginstruments, with a global presence spanning 115 countries. Ourexport operations are supported by 68 international distributors,each responsible for designated territories or countries. Inaddition, we serve as an Original Equipment Manufacturer(OEM) for select global brands, producing writing instrumentsfor both international and domestic markets.
To support the future growth plans and business requirementsof your Company, the Board of Directors has decided to retainthe entire profits for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.Accordingly, no amount has been transferred to the GeneralReserve during the year.
Change in the Nature of Business, if any
During the year under review, there was no change in the natureof business of the Company.
Dividend
The Board had recommended a dividend of Rs 1/- per equityshare of Rs 5/- each (20%) for the financial year ended March31,2025, which was approved by the shareholders at the AnnualGeneral Meeting held on August 19, 2025. The said dividendresulted in a cash outflow of Rs. 10,53,95,378/- (Rupees TenCrore Fifty-Three Lakh Ninety-Five Thousand Three HundredSeventy-Eight only).
During the financial year 2025-26, the Board of Directors, at itsmeeting held on January 29, 2026, declared an Interim Dividendof Rs 0.50/- per equity share of Rs 5/- each (10%), resulting in acash outflow of Rs 5,26,97,689 (Rupees Five Crore Twenty-SixLakh Ninety-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Eighty-Nine only).
Further, the Board is pleased to recommend a Final Dividendof Rs 0.50/- per equity share of Rs 5/- each (10%) for thefinancial year ended March 31, 2026. The said dividend onequity shares is subject to the approval of the Shareholders atthe ensuing Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) scheduled to beheld on Thursday, August 27, 2026. If approved, the dividendwould result in a cash outflow of Rs 5,26,97,689 (Rupees FiveCrore Twenty-Six Lakh Ninety-Seven Thousand Six HundredEighty-Nine only).
The Board recommended the Interim Dividend and proposedFinal Dividend based on the parameters laid down in theDividend Distribution Policy and the same shall be paid out ofthe profits of the Company for the year.
Pursuant to the Finance Act, 2020, dividend income is taxable inthe hands of the Members w.e.f. April 1,2020, and the Companyis required to deduct tax at source from dividend paid to theMembers at prescribed rates as per the Income Tax Act, 1961.
The Board of Directors of the Company in their meetingheld on June 09, 2023 approved and adopted a Policy onDistribution of Dividend to comply with Regulation 43A ofSEBI (LODR) Regulations and the same is uploaded onwebsite of the Company athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/CorporatepolicyDividend Distribution Policy.pdf
Material changes and commitments, if any,affecting the financial position of the Company
No material changes and commitments have occurred from thedate of close of the financial year till the date of this IntegratedReport, which might affect the financial position of the Company.
Secretarial Standards
The Company has complied with the applicable provisionsof Secretarial Standards issued by The Institute of CompanySecretaries of India (ICSI).
Change in Share Capital
There was no change in the Authorised, Issued, Subscribedand Paid-up Share Capital of the Company during the financialyear under review.
The Authorised Share Capital of the Company stands at Rs550,000,000/- (Rupees Five Hundred Fifty Million only) dividedinto 110,000,000 (One Hundred and Ten million) Equity Sharesof face value of Rs 5/- (Rupees Five only) each.
Sub-Division/Split of Equity Shares
During the year under review, there was no sub-division or splitof the Equity Shares of the Company. Consequently, there wasno change in the face value of the issued, subscribed and paid-up Equity Share Capital of the Company, which continues to beRs. 5/- per Equity Share.
Related Party Transactions
To comply with the provisions of Sections 177 and 188 of theAct, along with relevant Rules and Regulation 23 of SEBI (LODR)Regulations, your Company obtained prior approval of the AuditCommittee before engaging in related party transactions.
During the financial year 2025-26, all Related Party Transactionsentered into by the Company, as defined under the Act and theSEBI LODR Regulations, were in the ordinary course of businessand on an arm's length basis. Further, there were no materialRelated Party Transactions entered into by the Company thatmay have had a potential conflict with the interests of theCompany. The Audit Committee had granted omnibus approvalfor Related Party Transactions of a repetitive nature and allsuch transactions were placed before the Audit Committee forperiodic review.
None of the Related Party Transactions entered into duringthe year attracted the provisions of Section 188 of the Act.Accordingly, the disclosure of Related Party Transactions inForm AOC-2 pursuant to Section 134(3)(h) read with Section188 of the Act and Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules,
2014 is not applicable and therefore does not form part of thisReport. The details of Related Party Transactions as requiredunder the applicable Indian Accounting Standards are disclosedin the Notes forming part of the Financial Statements includedin this Annual Report.
The Company has adopted a Policy on Related PartyTransactions in accordance with the provisions of the Act andthe SEBI LODR Regulations to ensure appropriate approval,reporting and disclosure of transactions between the Companyand its related parties. The Policy is available on the websiteof the Company athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/CorporatepolicyPolicy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions.pdf.
Particulars of Loans, Guarantees or Investments
Details of Loans, Guarantees or Investments covered under theprovisions of Section 186 of the Act are given in the Notes to theStandalone Financial Statements.
Particulars of Deposits
The Company has not accepted any deposit (under Rule 2(1)(c) of the Companies [Acceptance of Deposits] Rules, 2014)within the meaning of Sections 73 of the Companies Act, 2013read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014(including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment(s) forthe time being in force).
Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures
During the year under review, there was no change in thesubsidiary structure of the Company. No company wasincorporated, acquired or ceased to be a subsidiary or step-down subsidiary during the year and the existing group structureremained unchanged.
The details of the Company’s subsidiaries as on March 31,2026are provided below:
Sr.
No
Name of theCompany
Relation with thelisted entity
Percentageof holding
1.
Flair WritingEquipments PrivateLimited
Wholly-owned
Subsidiary
100%
2.
Monterosa StationeryPrivate Limited
3.
Flair CyrosilIndustries PrivateLimited
90%
4.
Flomaxe StationeryPrivate Limited(Subsidiary of FlairWriting EquipmentsPrivate Limited)
Step-down
51%
As on March 31,2026, the Company did not have any associatesand joint venture companies.
Pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Act, a separate statementcontaining salient features of Financial Statements of
Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Venture of your Company(including their performance and financial position) in prescribedForm AOC-1 forms part of this annual report as Annexure - I.
Financial Statements of the aforesaid Subsidiary companies areavailable for inspection by the Members at the Registered Officeof your Company on all days except Saturday, Sunday and PublicHoliday up to the date of AGM i.e.August 27, 2026 between 9:30am to 11:30 am (1ST) as required under Section 136 of the Act.Any member desirous of obtaining a copy of the said FinancialStatements may write to the Company at its Registered Officeor Corporate Office. The Financial Statements of the Company,including the Consolidated Financial Statements together withall documents required to be attached with this Report havebeen uploaded on website of the Company under InvestorRelations page athttps://flairworld.in/
Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 1 6(1 )(c) read withRegulation 24 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015 (“SEBI Listing Regulations”), the Board of Directors ofthe Company has adopted a Policy for Determining MaterialSubsidiaries. The said Policy is available on the websiteof the Company athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/CorporatepolicyPolicy on Determining Material Subsidiary.pdf
As on March 31, 2026, Flair Writing Equipments PrivateLimited (‘FWEPL’) continued to be a Material Subsidiary of theCompany in accordance with the provisions of the SEBI ListingRegulations and the aforesaid Policy.
FWEPL is engaged in the business of manufacturing writinginstruments. The management of FWEPL continues tofocus on enhancing operational efficiency, strengtheningmanufacturing capabilities and improving quality standards toachieve sustainable growth. The Board of Directors of FWEPLperiodically reviews its performance to ensure alignment withthe overall strategic objectives of the Company.
During the financial year 2025-26, revenue from operationsof FWEPL increased by 67.91% to Rs. 23,523.71 lakhs ascompared to Rs. 14,009.48 lakhs in the previous financial year.The Net Profit After Tax of FWEPL increased by 98.68% toRs. 2,371.09 lakhs as compared to Rs. 1,193.34 lakhs in theprevious financial year.
On a consolidated basis, FWEPL recorded revenue fromoperations of Rs. 27,094.80 lakhs and Net Profit After Tax ofRs. 14,369.18 lakhs during the financial year 2025-26.
Directors and Key Managerial Personnel
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Actand in terms of the Articles of Association of the Company,Mr. Vimalchand Jugraj Rathod (DIN: 00123007) and Mr. MohitKhubilal Rathod (DIN: 00122951) Whole-time Director(s) areliable to retire by rotation at the ensuing AGM and being eligible,offer themselves for re-appointment. The Board of Directors,on the recommendation of Nomination and RemunerationCommittee (‘NRC’), recommended their re-appointment forconsideration by the Members at the ensuing AGM.
Company has received declarations from all the IndependentDirectors of the Company confirming that they meet the criteriaof independence as prescribed both under Section 149(6) of theAct and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations andare in compliance with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointmentand Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014. Further, theIndependent Directors have also confirmed that they are notaware of any circumstance or situation, which exists or maybe reasonably anticipated, that could impair or impact theirability to discharge their duties as Independent Directorsof the Company.
In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors of theCompany possess requisite qualifications, experience andexpertise and they hold highest standards of integrity (includingthe proficiency) and fulfils the conditions specified in the Actread with Rules made thereunder and SEBI (LODR) Regulationsand are eligible & independent of the management.
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified as perthe provisions of Section 164 of the Act. The Directors of theCompany have made necessary disclosures under Section 184and other relevant provisions of the Act. Brief resume and otherdetails of the Directors being appointed/re-appointed at theensuing AGM as stipulated under Secretarial Standard-2 issuedby the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and Regulation36 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, is separately disclosed inthe Notice of ensuing AGM.
Key Managerial Personnel
During the year under review, Mr. Khubilal Jugraj Rathod-Chairman (DIN: 00122867), Mr. Vimalchand Jugraj Rathod (DIN-00123007)- Managing Director, Mr. Rajesh Khubilal Rathod (DIN- 00122907), Mr. Mohit Khubilal Rathod (DIN- 00122951) andMr. Sumit Rathod (DIN- 02987687) Whole-time Directors of theCompany, Mr. Alpesh Ambalal Porwal Chief Financial Officerand Mr. Vishal Chanda, Company Secretary and Complianceofficer of the Company, continued to be the Key ManagerialPersonnel of your Company in accordance with the provisionsof Section 203 of the Act read with the Companies (Appointmentand Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
Board Evaluation
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(p) of the Act andRules made thereunder and Regulation 17(10) of SEBI (LODR)Regulations, the Board has carried out the annual performanceevaluation of the Directors individually including the IndependentDirectors (wherein the concerned Director being evaluated didnot participate), Board as a whole and following Committees ofthe Board of Directors:
i. Audit Committee;
ii. Risk Management Committee;
iii. Nomination and Remuneration Committee;
iv. Stakeholders’ Relationship Committee; and
v. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
The manner in which the annual performance evaluation hasbeen carried out is explained in the Corporate Governance
Report which forms part of this report. Board is responsible tomonitor and review the evaluation framework.
Further, pursuant to Regulation 25(4) of the SEBI (LODR)Regulations, the Independent Directors, at their separatemeeting held on February 24, 2026, reviewed and evaluated theperformance of the Non-Independent Directors, the Chairmanand the Board as a whole.
Board and Committees of the Board
The number of meetings of the Board and various StatutoryCommittees of the Board including their composition, are setout in the Corporate Governance Report which forming partof this report. The gap between two meetings was within theperiod prescribed under the provisions of Section 173 of the Actand SEBI (LODR) Regulations.
Remuneration Policy
To comply with the provisions of Section 178 of the Act read withthe Rules made thereunder and Regulation 19 of SEBI (LODR)Regulations, the Company’s Remuneration Policy for Directors,Key Managerial Personnel (KMP), Senior Management andother employees of the Company is uploaded on websiteof the Company athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/CorporatepolicyNomination Remuneration Policy.pdf
The Policy, inter alia, includes the criteria for appointmentand remuneration of Directors, KMPs, Senior ManagementPersonnel and other employees of the Company.
Remuneration of Directors, Key ManagerialPersonnel and Particulars of Employees
The statement of disclosure of remuneration under Section197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of theCompanies (Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014 (“Rules”), is attached to this Reportas Annexure - II.
The statement containing particulars of top 10 employees andparticulars of employees as required under Section 197(12) of theAct read with Rule 5(2) and (3) of the Companies (Appointmentand Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 isavailable as a separate Annexure forming part of this report
In terms of the proviso to Section 136(1) of the Act, the Reportand Accounts are being sent to the shareholders excludingthe aforesaid Annexure. The said statement is available forinspection by the Members at the Registered Office of theCompany on all days except Saturday, Sunday and PublicHoliday up to the date of the Annual General Meeting i.e. August27, 2026 between 9:30 am to 11:30 am (IST).
Auditors and Auditor’s report
A. Statutory Auditors:
In compliance with the Section 139 of the Companies Act,2013 and Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014,
M/s. Jeswani & Rathore, Chartered Accountants, (FRN:104202W) were re-appointed as Statutory Auditors ofthe Company by the shareholders of the Company in itsSeventh Annual General Meeting held on June 26, 2023, tohold office for a period of 3 (three) consecutive years fromthe conclusion of the 7th (Seventh) Annual General Meetinguntil the conclusion of the 10th (Tenth) Annual GeneralMeeting of the Company.
Accordingly, their term of office of M/s. Jeswani &Rathore, Chartered Accountants, as Statutory Auditorsof the Company shall conclude at this Annual GeneralMeeting. The Board of Directors places on record itsappreciation for the professional services rendered bythem during their tenure.
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee,the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on March11, 2026, approved the appointment of M/s. PriceWaterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP (Firm RegistrationNo. 012754N/N500016) as the Statutory Auditors ofthe Company for a term of five (5) consecutive yearscommencing from April 1, 2026, to hold office from theconclusion of the 10th Annual General Meeting until theconclusion of the 15th Annual General Meeting of theCompany, subject to the approval of the Members at the10th Annual General Meeting.
The Statutory Auditor’s Report on the Standalone andConsolidated Financial Statements for the financial yearended March 31,2026 does not contain any qualification,reservation or adverse remark and forms part of theAnnual Report.
During the year under review, the Statutory Auditorshave not reported any instances of fraud under Section143(12) of the Act.
In terms of Section 148 of the Act and the Companies(Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, the requirement ofmaintaining cost records and conducting a Cost Audit isnot applicable to the Company for the FY 2025-26.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of theCompanies Act, 2013 read with the Rules madethereunder and Regulation 24A of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015, M/s. KPUB & Co., Company Secretaries (ICSI UINNo. P2015MH069000), were appointed as the SecretarialAuditors of the Company by the Members at the AnnualGeneral Meeting held on August 19, 2025, for a term of fiveconsecutive financial years commencing from FY 2025-26up to FY 2029-30.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the FY 2025-26 withreservation, qualification or adverse remark (if any) of theCompany and its Material Subsidiary is attached to thisreport as Annexure - III and Annexure - III(A).
As per Regulation 23(9) of SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulation, 2015 the listed
entity shall submit to the stock exchanges disclosuresof related party transactions every six months on thedate of publication of its standalone and consolidatedfinancial results. However, Disclosure of related partytransactions of the Company for the six months’ periodended September 30, 2025, was filed 1 day after the dateof publication of its standalone and consolidated financialresults for the half year ended September 30, 2025 on theStock Exchanges.
In this regard, your Company confirms that the matterwas placed before the Board, and the Company hastaken note of the delay. Necessary steps have beentaken to strengthen internal processes and ensure timelycompliance with all applicable regulatory requirementsin the future.
D. Internal Auditors:
The Board of Directors of the Company had appointedM/s. ASA & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants(Registration No. AAB- 7688) as the Internal Auditor of theCompany for the FY 2025-26.
The Internal Auditors periodically reviewed the adequacyand effectiveness of the internal financial controls,operational controls and compliance systems establishedby the management and provided recommendations forfurther strengthening of the internal control framework,wherever necessary.
The Internal Audit Reports submitted by the InternalAuditors were periodically reviewed by the AuditCommittee. During the financial year under review, nomaterial weakness or significant deficiency in the internalcontrol systems of the Company was reported by theInternal Auditors.
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee,the Board of Directors has re-appointed M/s. ASA &Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants, as the InternalAuditors of the Company for the financial year 2026-27.
The Company has in place adequate Internal FinancialControls commensurate with the nature, size andcomplexity of its business operations. The report onInternal Financial Controls over Financial Reporting issuedby M/s. Jeswani & Rathore, Chartered Accountants,Statutory Auditors of the Company, forms part of theIndependent Auditors Report. The Statutory Auditors haveconfirmed that the Company's Internal Financial Controlswere adequate and operating effectively as at March 31,2026, and have not reported any material weakness.
F. Quality Certification
The Company continues to maintain internationallyrecognized certifications, including ISO 9001:2015certification for its Quality Management System (QMS),ISO 14001:2015 certification for its EnvironmentalManagement System (EMS) and ISO 45001:2018certification for its Occupational Health and SafetyManagement System (OHSMS). These certificationsdemonstrate the Company’s commitment to maintaininghigh standards of quality, operational excellence,
workplace safety and environmental sustainability acrossits business operations.
Risk Management is integral to your Company’s strategyand for the achievement of our long-term goals. Our successas an organisation depends on our ability to identify andleverage the opportunities while managing the risks.
The Risk Management Committee of the Company hasbeen entrusted by the Board with the responsibility ofreviewing the risk management process in the Companyand ensuring that the risks are brought within acceptablelimits. There is no major risk which may threatenthe existence of the Company. Our approach to riskmanagement is designed to provide reasonable assurancethat our assets are safeguarded, the risks facing thebusiness are being assessed and mitigated and allinformation that may be required to be disclosed is reportedto Company’s Senior Management, the Audit Committee,the Risk Management Committee and the Board. YourCompany has framed and implemented a robust RiskManagement Policy for the assessment, evaluation andminimisation of risk, which may be accessed athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/Corporatepolicy Risk ManagementPolicies and Procedure.pdf
To comply with the provisions of Section 134 of the Act andRules made thereunder, your Company has complied withthe provisions relating to constitution of Internal ComplaintsCommittee under the Sexual Harassment of Women atWorkplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.During the year under review, no complaint was receivedunder the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace(Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
In compliance with the General Circular No. G.S.R. 357(E)dated May 30, 2025 issued by the Ministry of CorporateAffairs, the details of the complaints received during theFinancial Year 2025-26 by the Company are as follows:
No of Complaints
Number of complaints of sexualharassment received in the year
Nil
Number of complaints disposed offduring the year; and
Number of cases pending for morethan ninety days
The Company is in compliance with the provisions ofthe Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. The Company providesmaternity leave and other benefits, facilities andentitlements to eligible employees in accordance with theapplicable statutory requirements.
The Company is committed to promoting a fair, inclusiveand supportive workplace and does not engage in anydiscriminatory practices against women employees onaccount of maternity or childbirth. The Company continuesto foster a work environment that upholds gender equalityand supports the well-being of its employees.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 177 of the Act andRegulation 22 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, the Company hasadopted a Vigil Mechanism/Whistle Blower Policy to providea platform to the Directors and Employees of the Companyto raise concerns regarding any irregularity, misconduct orunethical matters/dealings within the Company.
The Policy provides adequate safeguards againstvictimisation of persons who use such mechanism andensures direct access to the Chairperson of the AuditCommittee in appropriate cases. Further details of the VigilMechanism / Whistle Blower Policy are provided in theCorporate Governance Report forming part of this AnnualReport as Annexure - VIII.
Annual Report on CSR activities for the FY 2025-26 asrequired under Sections 134 and 135 of the Act read withRule 8 of the Companies (Corporate Social ResponsibilityPolicy) Rules, 2014 and Rule 9 of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014 is attached to this report as Annexure - IV. YourCompany has a Corporate Social Responsibility Policywhich is uploaded on website of the Company athttps://www.flairworld.in/DataFiles/CorporateGovernance/CorporatePolicies/Corporatepolicy Corporate SocialResponsibility.pdf.
Directors’ Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(c) read with Section 134(5) of the
Act, the Directors state that:
a) in the preparation of the annual accounts for theFY 2025-26, the applicable accounting standards havebeen followed along with proper explanation relating tomaterial departures;
b) they have selected such accounting policies and applied themconsistently and made judgments and estimates that arereasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of thestate of affairs of your Company as at March 31,2026 and ofthe profits of the Company for the period ended on that date;
c) proper and sufficient care have been taken for themaintenance of adequate accounting records inaccordance with the provisions of Act for safeguarding theassets of your Company and for preventing and detectingfraud and other irregularities;
d) the annual accounts have been prepared on a goingconcern basis;
e) proper internal financial controls laid down by the Directorswere followed by the Company and that such internal financialcontrols were adequate and operating effectively; and
f) proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisionsof all applicable laws were in place and that such systemswere adequate and operating effectively.
Other Information
I. Management Discussion & Analysis Report
Management Discussion & Analysis Report for theFinancial Year 2026, as stipulated under Regulation 34(2)(e) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, forms part of the AnnualReport as Annexure - V.
II. Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for theFY 2025-26 describing the initiatives taken by the Companyfrom an Environment, Social and Governance perspectiveas stipulated under Regulation 34(2)(f) of SEBI (LODR)Regulations forms part of the Annual Report as Annexure - VI.
III. Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorptionand Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
The information on conservation of energy, technologyabsorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgoas stipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of the Act readwith Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 isattached to this report as Annexure - VII.
iv. Corporate Governance Report
Your Company is committed to maintain the higheststandards of Corporate Governance and adhere to theCorporate Governance requirements set out by Securitiesand Exchange Board of India. The report on CorporateGovernance as stipulated under the SEBI (LODR)Regulations is attached to this report as Annexure - VIII.The certificate from M/s. KPUB & Co, Practicing CompanySecretaries confirming compliance with the conditions ofcorporate governance is also attached to the CorporateGovernance Report.
v. IBC Code & One-time Settlement:
There is no proceeding pending against the Company underthe Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC Code).There has not been any instance of one-time settlement ofthe Company with any bank or financial institution.
Awards/Recognitions
Your Company has received the following award during theyear under review:
i. Prestigious Export Award in the “Writing Instruments”category for its outstanding export performance for theyears 2023-24 and 2024-25, conferred by The PlasticsExport Promotion Council (PLEXCONCIL). The award waspresented on November 16, 2025, at Mumbai. The Companyhas been consistently receiving this recognition for sevenconsecutive years.
Listing
The Equity Shares of the Company are listed on the NationalStock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited. Both thesestock exchanges have nation-wide trading terminals. Annual
listing fee for the FY 2025-26 has been paid to the NationalStock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited.
Annual Return
Pursuant to Sections 92(3) and 134(3)(a) of the Act, the AnnualReturn of the Company is uploaded on website of the Companyathttps://www.flairworld.in/investor-relation.aspx
Research and Development
During the year under review, no Research & Developmentwas carried out.
Cautionary Statement
Statements in the Board’s Report and the ManagementDiscussion & Analysis Report describing the Company’sobjectives, expectations or forecasts may be forward lookingwithin the meaning of applicable laws and regulations. Actualresults may differ from those expressed in the statements.
General
Your Directors confirm that no disclosure or reporting is requiredin respect of the following items as there was no transaction onthese items during the year under review:
1. Issue of equity shares with differential voting rights as todividend, voting or otherwise.
2. The Whole-time Directors of the Company does notreceive any remuneration or commission from any ofits subsidiaries.
3. No significant or material orders were passed by theRegulators or Courts or Tribunals which impact the goingconcern status and Company’s operations in future.
4. Issue of Sweat Equity Shares.
Acknowledgement
Your Company’s organisational culture is founded onprofessionalism, integrity and continuous improvement acrossall functions, while ensuring efficient utilisation of resources forsustainable and profitable growth.
Your Directors place on record their sincere appreciation forthe dedication, commitment and valuable contributions of theemployees at all levels. Your Directors also acknowledge withgratitude the continued support and co-operation received fromvarious Government authorities, banks, financial institutions andother stakeholders, including members, customers, suppliersand business associates.
The continued commitment and dedication of employees at alllevels have been instrumental in the Company’s growth andsuccess. Your Directors look forward to their continued supportand contribution in the years ahead.
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Date: August 03, 2026 Khubilal Jugraj Rathod
Place: Mumbai Chairman