Dear Members of Praveg Limited
The Directors take pleasure in presenting the Thirtieth (30th) Annual
Report of the Praveg Limited (the Company or Praveg) together with the Audited
Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025, and other accompanying
reports, notes, and certificates. The consolidated performance of the Company and its
subsidiaries has been referred to wherever required.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
The Audited Financial Statements of the Company as on March 31, 2025,
are prepared in accordance with the relevant applicable Ind AS and Regulation 33 of the
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 (SEBI Listing Regulations) and the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013 (Act).
The summarized financial highlight is depicted below:
(Rs.in Lakhs)
|
STANDALONE |
CONSOLIDATED |
FINANCIAL RESULTS AND
APPROPRIATIONS |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
Income |
|
|
|
|
Revenue from Operations |
13262.73 |
9141.75 |
16717.60 |
9159.67 |
Other Income |
696.83 |
295.57 |
725.41 |
295.57 |
Total Income |
13959.56 |
9437.32 |
17443.01 |
9455.24 |
Expenses |
|
|
|
|
Cost of operations and food consumed |
5813.80 |
3800.19 |
7641.85 |
3815.19 |
Employee Benefit Expenses |
2372.22 |
1600.06 |
2665.94 |
1600.06 |
Financial Costs |
670.43 |
238.89 |
805.21 |
238.92 |
Depreciation And Amortisation Expenses |
2271.29 |
1068.09 |
2784.37 |
1068.09 |
Other Expenses |
1203.39 |
833.38 |
1447.48 |
825.64 |
Total Expenses |
12331.13 |
7540.61 |
15344.85 |
7547.90 |
Profit/(Loss) before loss of Share of
Joint Venture, |
1628.43 |
1896.71 |
2098.15 |
1907.34 |
Exceptional Items & Tax Expenses |
|
|
|
|
Share of profit /(loss) from Joint Venture |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
Profit/(Loss) before Exceptional Items
& Tax Expenses |
1628.43 |
1896.71 |
2098.15 |
1907.34 |
Exceptional Items |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
Profit /(loss) before tax |
1628.43 |
1896.71 |
2098.15 |
1907.34 |
Tax Expense |
342.14 |
607.36 |
493.31 |
607.36 |
Current Tax |
61.33 |
141.83 |
190.54 |
141.83 |
Deferred Tax |
270.11 |
465.53 |
282.72 |
465.53 |
Adjustment of Tax for earlier years |
10.71 |
0.00 |
20.05 |
0.00 |
Profit/(Loss) for the
period / year from continuing operations |
1286.29 |
1289.35 |
1604.84 |
1299.98 |
Profit/(Loss) from discontinued operations |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
Tax expenses of discontinued operations |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
0.00 |
Profit for the period |
1286.29 |
1289.35 |
1604.84 |
1299.98 |
Other comprehensive income |
|
|
|
|
a. Items that will not be reclassi ed to
profit or loss: |
|
|
|
|
I) Remeasurement of defined employee benefit
plan |
11.46 |
(7.29) |
11.46 |
(7.29) |
ii) Income tax relating to item that will not
be |
(2.88) |
1.83 |
(2.88) |
1 . 8 3 |
reclassi ed to profit or loss |
|
|
|
|
Total Other Comprehensive Income (Net of
Tax) |
8.58 |
(5.46) |
8.58 |
(5.46) |
Total Comprehensive Income for the period
/ Year |
1294.87 |
1283.89 |
1613.42 |
1294.52 |
Paid up equity share capital (Face Value Rs.
10 per share) |
2614.07 |
2453.26 |
2614.07 |
2453.26 |
Earnings per Equity Share (Basic) (in Rs.) |
5.00 |
5.73 |
5.96 |
5.78 |
Earnings per Equity Share (Diluted) (in
Rs.) |
5.00 |
5.62 |
5.96 |
5.66 |
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS & STATE OF COMPANY'S AFFAIRS
The key aspects of your Company's performance during the financial
year 2024-25 are as follows:
Standalone Financial Results:
During the year, the Company's Revenue from operations increased
by 45.05%, rising from Rs. 9,141.75 lakhs in FY 2023-24 to Rs. 13,262.73 lakhs in FY
2024-25, reflecting continued growth momentum. Profit after tax for the year remained
strong at Rs 1,286.29 lakhs, maintaining stable Profitability levels.
Consolidated Financial Results:
On a consolidated basis, income from operations recorded an impressive
growth of 82.52%, increasing from Rs. 9,159.67 lakhs in FY 2023 24 to Rs.16,717.60 lakhs
in FY 2024 25, showcasing the Company's consistent expansion. Profit after tax
increased by 23.42%, rising from Rs. 1,299.98 lakhs in FY 2023 24 to Rs. 1,604.84 lakhs in
FY 2024 25, demonstrating the strength of the Company's operational performance.
Your Directors remain optimistic about sustaining this growth momentum
and creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
DIVIDEND
The Company remains committed to evaluating and managing its dividend
policy with the objective of enhancing long-term shareholder value. In line with this
approach, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 30, 2025, has recommended a
nal dividend of 10% (i.e., Rs. 1/- per equity share of face value Rs. 10/- each), subject
to the approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The Board of Directors of the Company has approved the Dividend
Distribution Policy in accordance with the provisions of Regulation 43A of the SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (SEBI
LODR). This policy is available on your Company's website at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/Dividend_Distribution_ Policy_PL.pdf.
MATERIAL DEVELOPMENTS DURING THE FINANCIAL YEAR UNDER REVIEW AND
OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR AND THE DATE OF THIS
REPORT
During the year under review and up to the date of this Report, the
following material events took place:
Major Expansion of Hospitality Portfolio:
During the financial year 2024-25, Praveg Limited significantly
expanded its hospitality footprint across India's prominent tourist destinations. The
Company grew its operational resorts from 4 (four) at the beginning of the year to over 15
(fteen) by the end of March 2025, adding more than 600 rooms to its inventory. Key
additions included the launch of premium resorts at Nagoa Beach in Diu, Praveg Caves in
Jawai, Rajasthan, and Praveg Atoll on Bangaram Island, Lakshadweep, which commenced
operations under a prestigious management tie-up with Indian Hotels Company Limited's
Taj SeleQtions brand. These developments reflect the Company's strategic focus on
strengthening its position in the eco-resort and boutique hospitality segment.
Capital Raises through Preferential Issue:
In line with its growth plans, Praveg Limited successfully mobilised
capital through preferential allotments during the year. The Company allotted 12,93,024
equity shares at Rs.955/- per share and issued 8,56,976 convertible warrants, at a price
of Rs.955/- each payable in cash ('Warrants Issue Price'), on preferential basis. The
warrant holders have paid 25% of the warrant issue price and have options to convert the
warrants within a period of 18 months, further strengthening its capital base.
During the year under review, the Company also allotted 315,058 equity
shares pursuant to the conversion of warrants on a preferential basis to the respective
allottees (warrant holders) at an issue price of Rs. 487/- (Rupees Four
Hundred Eighty-Seven only) per warrant, which includes the warrant subscription price of
Rs. 121.75/- and the warrant exercise price of Rs. 365.25/- per warrant. Further, in
accordance with Regulation 169(3) of Chapter V of the Securities and Exchange Board of
India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, the Company
forfeited 184,942 warrants due to the non-exercise of the conversion option within the
prescribed period.
The proceeds from these issuances have been deployed towards the
development of new projects, acquisitions, and working capital requirements to support the
Company's rapid expansion.
Strategic Acquisitions and Partnerships
During the year under review, the Company acquired a majority stake of
51% each in Abhik Advertising Private Limited and Bidhan Advertising & Marketing
Private Limited, thereby strengthening its presence and capabilities in the advertising
and marketing segment.
Further, in December 2024, the Company entered into a strategic
partnership with Mahindra Holidays and Resorts India Limited (MHRIL) through an inventory
arrangement for 70 rooms across prime locations in Daman, Diu, and Ayodhya, enhancing its
hospitality footprint and customer reach.
Additionally, the Company executed a Hotel Management Agreement for its
agship Praveg Atoll Resort, which will be operated under the prestigious Taj SeleQtions
brand by The Indian Hotels Company Limited, marking a significant milestone in aligning
the Company's resort portfolio with world-class hospitality standards.
Mergers / demergers / amalgamation / restructuring:
Post closure of FY 2024-25, the Board of Directors approved a Scheme of
Amalgamation for the merger of Eulogia Inn Private Limited with Praveg Limited, which was
duly approved on April 23, 2025. This strategic amalgamation is aimed at enhancing
operational ef ciencies, optimising resources, and strengthening the Company's
hospitality business.
Employee Stock Option Plan
In terms of the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration
Committee and that of the Board of Directors, shareholders, at the Extraordinary General
Meeting of the Company, have approved implementation of Employee Stock Option Plan 2024
(ESOP 2024). In terms of ESOP 2024, a total of 25,000 Options would be granted to the
eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries from time to time.
During the year under review, the Company granted new employee stock
options under ESOP 2024 to eligible employees, in accordance with the recommendations of
the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. This initiative reflects the Company's
commitment to recognising and rewarding employee contribution, while aligning their
interests with long-term shareholder value creation.
In terms of Regulation 13 of the SEBI SBEB Regulations, the Company has
obtained a certificate from the Secretarial Auditor of the Company stating that the ESOP
2024 has been implemented in accordance with these regulations read with the special
resolution passed by the shareholders of the Company on April 30, 2024, a copy of which is
available for inspection at the Registered Office and Corporate Office of the Company
during specified business hours and the same is also available on the website of the
Company www.dizcoverpraveg.com to facilitate online inspection till the conclusion of the
Meeting. Further, as required under Regulation 14 of the SEBI SBEB Regulations the details
as specified in Part F of Schedule 1 to these Regulations is available on the
Company's website of the Company at
https://www.dizcoverpraveg.com/Shareholders_Information/3_Other_Filings_with_Stock_Exchange/ESOPAnnexure_2025_P
raveg.pdf.
CAPITAL STRUCTURE OF THE COMPANY
Authorised share capital
During the year under review, there is no change in the authorised
share capital of the Company, the Authorised Capital of the Company is Rs. 40,00,00,000/-
divided into 4,00,00,000 Equity Shares as on March 31, 2025.
Paid-up share capital
During the year under review and up to the date of this report, the
Securities Allotment Committee of the Board of Directors of the Company has allotted
equity shares on May 17, 2024, the Securities Allotment Committee of the Board of
Directors of the Company approved allotment of 12,93,024 equity shares of face value of
Rs. 10/- each at a price of Rs. 955/- each payable in cash, aggregating upto Rs. 123.48
crore, on preferential basis and 8,56,976 warrants, each convertible into, or exchangeable
for, 1 (one) fully paid-up equity share of your Company of face value of Rs. 10/- each
(Warrants') at a price of Rs. 955/- each payable in cash (Warrants Issue
Price'), aggregating upto Rs. 81.84 crore, on preferential basis.
The Company has also allotted 315,058 equity shares pursuant to the
conversion of warrants on a preferential basis to the respective allottees (warrant
holders) at an issue price of Rs. 487/- (Rupees Four Hundred Eighty-Seven only) per
warrant, which includes the warrant subscription price of Rs. 121.75/- and the warrant
exercise price of Rs. 365.25/- per warrant. Further, in accordance with Regulation 169(3)
of Chapter V of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, the Company forfeited 184,942 warrants due to
the non-exercise of the conversion option within the prescribed period.
Accordingly, the Paid-up Share Capital of the Company as on March 31,
2025 is Rs. 26,14,06,950/- divided into 2,61,40,695 Equity Shares of Rs. 10 each fully
paid up.
TRANSFER TO RESERVES
The Board of Directors of the Company has not transferred any amount to
the Reserves for the period ended March 31, 2025.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial
position of the Company between the end of the financial year and the date of this report.
SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
As of March 31, 2025, the Company has seven subsidiaries. Pursuant to
the provisions of Section 129, 134 and 136 of the Act read with rules made thereunder and
Regulation 33 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, your Company has prepared Consolidated
Financial Statements of the Company and a separate statement containing the salient
features of Financial Statement of subsidiaries in the prescribed format AOC-1 is appended
as Annexure-I to the Board's report.
Further, during the year operations in the Joint Venture has been
discontinued and the Company has impaired its Investment of Rs.9.74 Lakhs in Joint Venture
namely Sardar Sarovar Tourisum Opportunities due to expiration of Joint Venture Agreement.
The Annual Financial Statements and related detailed information of the subsidiaries and
joint venture shall be made available to the shareholders of the holding and subsidiaries
and joint venture seeking such information on all working days during business hours. The
financial statements of the subsidiaries and joint venture shall also be kept for
inspection by any shareholders during working hours at your Company's registered
office and that of the respective subsidiaries and joint venture concerned. In accordance
with Section 136 of the Act, the Audited Financial Statements, including Consolidated
Financial Statements and related information of your Company and audited accounts of each
of its subsidiary joint venture, are available on website of the Company at
www.dizcoverpraveg.com under the Investor Relations' section.
The Board of Directors of your Company has approved a Policy for
determining material subsidiaries in line with the Listing Regulations. The Policy is
available on the Company's website
(https://www.dizcoverpraveg.com/code-of-conduct-and-policies).
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(a) and Section 92(3) of
the Act read with Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014,
the draft of the Annual Return of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2025
is uploaded on the website of the Company and can be accessed at www.dizcoverpraveg.com.
PARTICULARS OF LOAN, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Particulars of loan given, investments made, guarantees given and
securities provided covered under the provisions of Section
186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are provided in the notes to the
Financial Statements.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS MADE WITH RELATED PARTIES
All Related Party Transactions entered into during the financial year
were on an arm's length basis and were in the ordinary course of business. Your
Company had not entered into any transactions with the related parties which could be
considered material in terms of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013. Accordingly, the
disclosure of related party transactions as required under Section 134(3)(h) of the
Companies Act, 2013 in form AOC-2 is not applicable.
The Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions and on dealing
with Related Party Transactions is available on the Company's website and can be
accessed at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/Related_Party_Transactions_Policy.pdf.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Board of Directors af rms that the Company has complied with the
applicable Secretarial Standards (SS) issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of
India, which have mandatory application during the FY 2024-25 under review.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
Separate reports on Corporate Governance compliance and Management
Discussion and Analysis as stipulated by the SEBI Listing Regulations forms part of this
Annual Report alongwith the required Certificate from Practising Company Secretary
regarding Compliance of the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated.
In Compliance with Corporate Governance requirements as per the SEBI
Listing Regulations, your Company has formulated and implemented a Code of Business
Conduct and Ethics for all Board Members and Senior Management Personnel of the company,
who have af rmed the compliance thereto.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
In terms of Regulation 34 (2) (F) of the Listing Regulations, the
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report ("BRSR") along with Reasonable
Assurance Statement on BRSR Core Indicators as required in terms of SEBI Circular dated
July 12, 2023 has been provided in a separate section which forms part of this Annual
Report.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance
systems established and maintained by the Company, the work performed by the internal,
statutory and secretarial auditors and external consultants, including the audit of
internal financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the
reviews performed by management and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit and
Compliance Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company's internal
financial controls were adequate and effective during FY 2024-25.
As stipulated in Section 134(3) (c) read with sub-section (5) of the
Companies Act, 2013, to the best of their knowledge and ability state that:
a) In the preparation of annual accounts for the year ended March 31,
2025, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation
relating to material departures, if any;
b) The Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as
to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at March 31, 2025
and of the profit or loss of the Company for the year ended on that period;
c) The Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013, for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and
detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) The Directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis;
e) The Directors have laid down the internal financial controls to be
followed by the Company and that such Internal Financial Controls are adequate and are
operating effectively; and
f) The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with
the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating
effectively.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
A. Directorate:
As of March 31, 2025, your Company's Board had ten members
comprising of One Whole-time Director, Two Executive Director, Two Non-Executive and
Non-Independent Directors and Five Non-Executive Independent Directors. The Board has
two-woman Directors. The details of Board and Committee composition, tenure of Directors,
areas of expertise and other details are available in the Corporate Governance Report,
which forms part of this Annual Report.
The members of the Board of Directors of the Company are of proven
competence and integrity. Besides having financial literacy, experience, leadership
qualities and the ability to think strategically, the Directors have a significant degree
of commitment to the Company and devote adequate time for the meetings, preparation and
attendance.
Appointments/Re-appointments
Mr. Kalpesh Patel was appointed as Non-Executive (Non-Independent)
Director of the Company by the members at 29th Annual General Meeting held on September
30, 2024 with effect August 10, 2024.
Mr. Dilip Patel was appointed as Non-Executive Independent Director of
the Company by the members at 29th Annual General Meeting held on September 30, 2024 with
effect August 10, 2024.
Mr. Alpesh Patel was appointed as an Executive Director of the Company
by the members at 29th Annual General Meeting held on September 30, 2024 with effect
August 10, 2024 for a period of ve years.
Retirement by Rotation
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Act, read with
rules made thereunder and Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Kalpeshkumar Patel
(DIN: 02493068), retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting (AGM) and being
eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
B. Key Managerial Personnel:
As of March 31, 2025, your Company's Board had three Key
Managerial Personnel: Mr. Bhumit Patel - Wholetime Director Mr. Dharmendra Soni - Chief
Financial Officer Mr. Mukesh Chaudhary - Company Secretary
C. Independent Directors
The Company's Independent Directors have submitted requisite
declarations confirming that they continue to meet the criteria of independence as
prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing
Regulations. The Independent Directors have also con rmed that they have complied with
Schedule IV of the Act and the Company's Code of Conduct.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have con rmed that they
are not aware of any circumstance or situation, which exist or may be reasonably
anticipated, that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties with an
objective independent judgment and without any external in uence. Further, the Board after
taking these declarations/disclosures on record and acknowledging the veracity of the same
concluded that the Independent Directors are persons of integrity and possess the relevant
expertise and experience to qualify as Independent Directors of the Company and are
Independent of the Management.
The Board is of the opinion that all the Independent Directors of the
Company strictly adhere to corporate integrity, possesses requisite expertise, experience
and qualifications to discharge the assigned duties and responsibilities as mandated by
the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations diligently.
The Policy for selection of Directors and determining Directors'
independence sets out the guiding principles for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee
for identifying persons who are qualified to become Directors and to determine the
independence of Directors, in case of their appointment as Independent Directors of the
Company. The Policy also provides for the factors in evaluating the suitability of
individual Board members with diverse background and experience that are relevant for the
Company's operations. The said policy is put up on the Company's website and can
be accessed at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/T_and_C_of_Appointment_of_ID.pdf.
D. Policy on Directors' Appointment and Remuneration
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy for Directors, Key Managerial
Personnel and other employees sets out the guiding principles for the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee for recommending to the Board the remuneration of the Directors,
Key Managerial Personnel and other employees of the Company. The policy is available on
the Company's website at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/Nomination_and_Remuneration_Policy.pdf.
E. Mechanism for Evaluation of the Board
The Company has devised a Board Evaluation Framework for performance
evaluation of Independent Directors, Board, Non-Independent Directors and Chairman of the
Company. Pursuant to this framework, the Board has carried out the annual evaluation of
its own performance as well as the evaluation of the working of its committees and
individual Directors, including Chairman of the Board.
The performance of the Committees was evaluated by the Board after
seeking inputs from the Committee Members on the basis of criteria such as the composition
of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc. The above criteria are broadly
based on the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board
of India (SEBI) on January 5, 2017.
The information pertaining to the annual evaluation of the performance
of the Board, its Committees and individual directors as required to be provided in terms
of Section 134(3)(p) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8(4) of the Companies
(Accounts) Rules, 2014 has been provided in the Corporate Governance Report forming part
of this Annual Report.
BOARD DIVERSITY
The Company has over the years been fortunate to have eminent persons
from diverse elds to serve as Directors on its Board. Pursuant to the SEBI Listing
Regulations, the Nomination & Remuneration Committee of the Board has formalised a
policy on Board Diversity to ensure diversity of the Board in terms of experience,
knowledge, perspective, background, gender, age and culture. The Policy on diversity is
available on the Company's website and can be accessed at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/Policy_on_Board_Diversity.pdf.
Meetings of the Board
Eight Meetings of the Board of Directors were held during the year. The
particulars of the meetings held and attended by each Director are detailed in the
Corporate Governance Report.
Committees of the Board
Details of various committees constituted by the Board of Directors as
per the provision of the SEBI Listing Regulations and the Companies Act, 2013 are given in
the Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Annual Report.
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee comprises Mr. Ajit Panda (Chairman), Mr.
Rajendrakumar Patel and Ms. Bijal Parikh. During the year, all the recommendations made by
the Audit Committee were accepted by the Board.
AUDITORS
Statutory Auditor and Statutory Auditor's Report
At the 25th AGM of the Company held on September 28, 2020, the Members
approved the re-appointment of B. K. Patel & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm
Registration No. 112647W) as the Statutory Auditors of the Company to hold office for a
second term of ve consecutive years, from the conclusion of the 25th AGM till the
conclusion of the 30th AGM of the Company, to audit and examine the books of account of
the Company, they are retiring.
KPSJ & Associates LLP, Chartered Accountants (FRN:
124845W/W100209), have expressed their willingness to be appointed as the statutory
auditors of the Company. The Audit Committee has considered the qualifications and
experience of the proposed statutory auditors and has recommended their appointment. The
Board of Directors has also considered and recommends appointment of KPSJ & Associates
LLP, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 124845W/W100209), as statutory auditors in place of the
retiring Auditor B. K. Patel & Co., Chartered Accountants subject to approval of
shareholder of the company in ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company. Written
consent of the proposed auditors together with a certificate that the appointment, if
made, shall be in accordance with the conditions specified in Rule 4 of the Companies
(Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 has been received.
The Notes on financial statement referred to in the Auditors'
Report are self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments. The Auditors'
Report does not contain any quali cation, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer. The
Auditors' Report is enclosed with the financial statements forming part of this
Annual Report.
The Statutory Auditors of the Company have not reported any fraud as
specified under Section 143(12) of the Act during the year under review.
Disclosure of total fees paid to Statutory Auditor, on a consolidated
basis
Total fees for all services paid by the Company and its subsidiaries,
on a consolidated basis, to statutory auditors of the Company and other rms in the network
entity of which the statutory auditors are a part, during the year ended March 31, 2025,
is Rs. 10.00 lakhs.
Internal Auditor:
In terms of Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the
Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, M/s Paresh Parekh & Co., Chartered Accountants (FRN:
130194W), were appointed as an internal auditor of the Company for the FY 2024-25.
Secretarial Auditor and Secretarial Auditor's Report
In terms of Section 204 of the Act and Rules made thereunder, M/s ALAP
and Co. LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries (FRN: L2023GJ013900 and Peer Review No.
5948/2024) were appointed as Secretarial Auditors of the Company to conduct the
Secretarial Audit of records and documents of the Company for FY 2024-25 and their report
is annexed as Annexure II to this report. The Secretarial Auditor's Report does not
contain any quali cations, reservations, adverse remarks or disclaimer.
Pursuant to Regulation 24A (1) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the
secretarial audit report of Abhik Advertising private Limited, the Company's material
unlisted Indian subsidiary for FY 2024-25, is annexed to this Report as Annexure III.
Appointment of Secretarial Auditor
Pursuant to the requirements of Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing
Regulations, the Board of Directors of the Company at their meeting held on May 30, 2025,
approved the appointment of M/s ALAP and Co. LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries (FRN:
L2023GJ013900) a Peer Reviewed Practicing Company Secretary rm, as the Secretarial Auditor
of the Company for a term of ve consecutive financial years, commencing from FY 2025-26 up
to FY 2029-30, to conduct the Secretarial Audit, subject to the approval of the Members at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The necessary resolution for the appointment of M/s ALAP and Co. LLP
forms part of the Notice convening the ensuing AGM scheduled to be held on Tuesday, August
12, 2025.
ANNUAL SECRETARIAL COMPLIANCE REPORT
The Company has undertaken an audit for the Financial Year ended March
31, 2025 for all applicable compliances as per the Securities and Exchange Board of India
Regulations and Circulars/Guidelines issued there under. The Annual Secretarial Compliance
Report issued by M/s ALAP and Co. LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries has been submitted
to the Stock Exchange within 60 days of the end of the Financial Year.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO
A. Conservation of Energy
Being a responsible Company, Praveg's daily operations are not
energy-intensive. The Company follows energy efficient practices to contribute its bit in
energy conservation.
i) Steps taken or impact on conservation of energy:
The Company believes that energy conservation is a collective effort
and works towards ensuring implementation of energy efficient techniques by the staff by
providing training and conducting awareness programmes.
ii) Steps taken for utilization of alternate sources of energy:
1. The Company follows energy-ef cient techniques like limiting the use
of arti cial lights and encouraging use of natural light as much as possible.
2. The Company uses energy efficient CFL or LED lights in place of
regular bulbs to save energy.
3. The Staff has been advised to use hibernation mode on Computers when
it is not in use.
4. All the employees are trained of the energy-saving features of
appliances and other electronics like the printers and air-conditioners.
5. The company ensures to replace the outdated electronic equipment
with certified energy efficient ones. iii) Capital investment on energy conservation
equipments: No significant capital investment is made on energy consumption equipment
which can be quanti ed.
B. Technology absorption
Operations of the company do not involve any kind of special technology
and there was no expenditure on research & development during this financial year.
i) Efforts made towards technology absorption |
: Not Applicable |
ii) Bene ts derived |
: Not Applicable |
iii) Details of Technology Imported in last
three years |
|
a) Details of Technology imported |
: Not Applicable |
b) Year of import |
: Not Applicable |
c) whether the technology been fully absorbed |
: Not Applicable |
d) if not fully absorbed,
areas where absorption has not taken place, and the reasons thereof |
: Not Applicable |
iv) Expenditure incurred on Research and
Development |
: Not Applicable |
C. Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
During the Financial Year, the foreign exchange earned in terms of
actual in flows was NIL, whereas the foreign exchange in terms of actual out flows was Rs.
33.64 Crores.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND OTHER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The information required pursuant to Section 197 of the Companies Act,
2013 read with rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014 are provided separate annexure forming part of this Report as
Annexure IV.
The statement containing particulars of employees as required under
Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(2) of the Companies (Appointment
and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 will be provided upon request. In
terms of Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Report and Accounts are being sent to
the members and others entitled thereto, excluding the information on employees'
particulars which is available for inspection by the members at the Registered Office of
the Company during business hours on working days of the company up to the date of ensuing
Annual General Meeting. If any member is interested in inspecting the same, such member
may write to the company secretary in this regard.
LISTING AT STOCK EXCHANGE
The Company's equity shares are listed on the BSE Limited, Phiroze
JeeJeebhoy Towers, Dalal Street,
Mumbai - 400 001, Maharashtra, India.
The Company has paid the Annual Listing Fees to the BSE Limited for the
Financial Year 2024-25.
DISCLOSURES
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
The Company has focused on several corporate social responsibility
programs. The Company continues its endeavour to improve the lives of people and provide
opportunities for their holistic development through its different initiatives in the
areas of Education, Employment enhancing vocation skills, Arts, Culture, promotion of
traditional art and handicrafts.
The Company has constituted a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Committee and has framed a CSR Policy. The policy can be accessed at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/CSR_Policy.pdf. The brief details of CSR
Committee are provided in the Corporate Governance Report. The Annual Report on CSR
activities is annexed herewith and marked as Annexure V to this Report.
Internal Financial Controls
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance
systems established and maintained by the Company, work performed by the Statutory
Auditors and the reviews performed by Management and the relevant Board Committees,
including the Audit Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company's
internal financial controls were adequate and effective during the financial year 2024-25.
Internal Control Systems
Adequate internal control systems commensurate with the nature of the
Company's business and size and complexity of its operations are in place and have
been operating satisfactorily.
Risk Management Policy
The Board of Directors of the Company has put in place a Risk
Management Policy which aims at enhancing shareholders' value and providing an
optimum risk-reward trade off. The risk management approach is based on a clear
understanding of the variety of risks that the organisation faces, disciplined risk
monitoring and measurement and continuous risk assessment and mitigation measures.Risk
Management Policy of the Company outlines different kinds of risks and risk mitigating
measures to be adopted by the Board. The Company has adequate internal control systems and
procedures to combat risks. The said Policy is available on the website of the Company at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/ Risk_Management_Policy_PL.pdf.
Vigil Mechanism & Whistle Blower Policy
The Company has a Vigil mechanism & Whistle blower policy under
which the employees are free to report violations of applicable laws and regulations and
the Code of Conduct. The reportable matters may be reported to the Vigilance & Ethics
Officer which operates under the supervision of the Audit Committee, as protected
disclosures through an e-mail, or dedicated telephone line or a written letter. Employees
may also report directly to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. The said Policy is
available on the website of the Company at
https://praveg.com/code_of_conduct_and_policies/ Whistle_Blower_Policy.pdf.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
In accordance with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women
at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) and
Rules made thereunder, the Company has formed Internal Committee for various workplaces to
address complaints pertaining to sexual harassment in accordance with the POSH Act. The
Company has a policy for prevention of Sexual Harassment, which ensures a free and fair
enquiry process with clear timelines for resolution. There were no cases/complaints led
during the year under POSH Act.
Prevention of Insider Trading
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider
Trading with a view to regulate trading in securities by the Directors and designated
employees of the Company. The Code requires pre-clearance for dealing in the
Company's shares and prohibits the purchase or sale of Company shares by the
Directors and the designated employees while in possession of unpublished price sensitive
information in relation to the Company and during the period when the Trading Window is
closed. The Board is responsible for implementation of the Code.
INSURANCE
The assets of your Company have been adequately insured.
PROCEEDINGS INITIATED/PENDING AGAINST YOUR COMPANY UNDER THE INSOLVENCY
AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016
There are no proceedings initiated/pending against your Company under
the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 which materially impact the Business of the
Company.
WEBSITE
As per Regulation 46 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the Company has
maintained a functional website namely www.dizcoverpraveg.com containing basic
information about the Company. The website of the Company is also containing information
like Policies, Shareholding Pattern, Financial Results and information of the designated
of cials of the Company who are responsible for assisting and handling investor grievances
for the benefit of all stakeholders of the Company, etc.
GENERAL
Directors of the Company states that no disclosure or reporting is
required in respect of the following items as there were no transactions on these items,
during the year under review:
i. Details relating to deposits covered under Chapter V of the Act. ii.
Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise. iii.
Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company under any
scheme.
iv. Fraud reported by the Auditors to the Audit Committee or the Board
of Directors of the Company.
v. The Company does not have any scheme of provision of money for the
purchase of its own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees.
vi. Payment of remuneration or commission from any of its holding or
subsidiary companies to the Managing Director of the Company.
vii. Change in the nature of business of the Company.
viii. Instances of transferring the funds to the Investor Education and
Protection Fund.
ix. Under Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process under the Details of
any application led for corporate insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
x. Maintenance of Cost Records specified by the Central Government
under Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013.
xi. The requirement to disclose the details of difference between
amount of the valuation done at the time of onetime settlement and the valuation done
while taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof.
xii. There have been no significant material orders passed by the
Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which would impact the going concern status of the
Company and its future operations.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
Certain Statements in this Annual Report may constitute forward
looking statements. These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of
risks, uncertainties and other factors which could cause actual results to differ
materially from those suggested by forward looking statements. Important factors that
could influence the Company's operation can be affected by global and domestic demand
/ supply and price conditions in the domestic and overseas markets in which the Company
operates changes in government regulations, tax laws, and other factors such as litigation
and industrial relations.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Your Company express its appreciation for the sincere co-operation and
assistance of the Central and the State Governments, authorities, bankers, customers,
suppliers and business associates. Your Directors also wish to place on record their deep
sense of appreciation for the committed services by your Company's employees. Your
Directors acknowledge with gratitude, the encouragement and support extended by our valued
shareholders.
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For and on behalf of the Board of Directors |
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Date : July 15, 2025 |
Vishnukumar Patel |
Bijal Parikh |
Place : Ahmedabad |
Chairman |
Director |
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DIN 02011649 |
DIN 07027983 |