To
Dear Shareholders,
The Board is pleased to present the 21st (Twenty First) Annual Report on the
business and operations of the Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Limited ("Akums/the
Company"), together with the Audited (Standalone & Consolidated) Financial
Statements of the Company for the financial year ended on March 31, 2025 ("FY
2024-25").
As this is our first report following the successful completion of our Initial Public
Offer ("IPO") and subsequent listing of our equity shares on National Stock
Exchange of India Limited ("NSE") and BSE Limited ("BSE"), the Board
takes this opportunity to thank all stakeholders for their unwavering support and
confidence in the Company's vision. The support and confidence has been instrumental in
achieving this significant milestone and positioning the Company for future growth and
success.
Akums' remains dedicated to enhancing shareholder value and pursuing strategic
objectives with diligence and integrity. The Company is enthusiastic about the
opportunities that lie ahead and are committed to building upon the strong foundation
established.
Financial Summary
In terms of the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") and the SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("Listing
Regulations"), the Company has prepared its standalone and consolidated financial
statements in accordance with the applicable Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-As) for FY
2024-25.
A brief overview on Standalone and Consolidated Financial Performance of your Company
for the FY 2024-25 are as under:
In INR million
S. No. Particulars |
Standalone Year ended 31 March 2025 |
Year ended 31 March 2024 |
|
Audited |
Audited |
I Income |
|
|
Revenue from operations |
13,117.84 |
14,441.19 |
Other income |
1,241.92 |
941.21 |
Total income (I) |
14,359.76 |
15,382.40 |
II Expenses |
|
|
Cost of raw materials consumed |
8,110.58 |
8672.35 |
Changes in inventories of finished goods, work-in-progress |
(100.50) |
64.42 |
Employee benefits expense |
2,017.36 |
1,752.80 |
Finance costs |
153.09 |
183.13 |
Depreciation and amortisation expense |
395.45 |
326.94 |
Fair value changes on financial instruments |
(38.67) |
3577.74 |
Other expenses |
1,744.08 |
1640.46 |
Total expenses (II) |
12,281.39 |
16217.84 |
III Profit/ (Loss) before exceptional items and tax (I-II) |
2,078.37 |
(835.44) |
IV Exceptional items |
- |
(193.89) |
V Profit/ (Loss) before tax (III-IV) |
2,078.37 |
(1029.33) |
VI Tax expense |
468.39 |
625.18 |
VII Profit/ (Loss) for the period/ year (V-VI) |
1,609.98 |
(1654.51) |
VIII Other comprehensive income |
|
|
- Items that will not be reclassified to profit and loss |
(0.96) |
(29.07) |
- income-tax on items that will not be reclassified to profit and loss |
0.24 |
7.32 |
IX Total comprehensive income for the period/ year (VII+VIII) |
1,609.26 |
(1676.26) |
|
|
In INR million |
S. Particulars No. |
Standalone Year ended 31 March 2025 |
Year ended 31 March 2024 |
|
Audited |
Audited |
X Paid-up share capital (Face value of INR 2/- per share) |
306.21 |
286.13 |
XI Other equity |
22,746.26 |
1,152.65 |
XII Earnings per share (of INR 2/- each) (EPS for quarters
ended have not been annualised) (refer note 4) |
|
|
Basic and diluted |
10.76 |
(11.56) |
|
|
In INR million |
|
Consolidated |
|
Particulars |
Year ended 31 March 2025 |
Year ended 31 March 2024 |
|
Audited |
Audited |
Income |
|
|
Revenue from operations |
41,181.58 |
41,781.82 |
Other income |
521.22 |
340.25 |
Total income |
41,702.80 |
42,122.07 |
Expenses |
|
|
Cost of goods sold |
24,334.34 |
25,502.37 |
Employee benefits expense |
7,158.21 |
6,468.64 |
Finance costs |
346.00 |
506.14 |
Depreciation and amortisation expense |
1,534.46 |
1,256.40 |
Fair value changes to financial instruments |
(38.67) |
3,577.74 |
Other expenses |
5,082.90 |
5,003.22 |
Total expenses |
38,417.24 |
42,314.51 |
Profit/ (Loss) before exceptional items and tax |
3,285.56 |
(192.44) |
Exceptional items |
(166.97) |
260.34 |
Profit/ (Loss) after exceptional items and before tax |
3,452.53 |
(452.78) |
Tax expense |
14.76 |
(460.68) |
Profit/ (Loss) for the quarter/ year after tax (V-VI) |
3,437.77 |
7.90 |
Other comprehensive income |
|
|
- Items that will not be reclassified to profit and loss |
(13.62) |
(50.50) |
- income-tax on items that will not be reclassified to profit and loss |
2.67 |
13.72 |
Total comprehensive income for the quarter/ year (VII+VIII) |
3,426.82 |
(28.88) |
Profit/ (Loss) for the quarter/ year attributable to: |
|
|
Owners of the Parent |
3,381.76 |
(40.35) |
Non-controlling interest |
56.01 |
48.25 |
Other comprehensive income attributable to: |
|
|
Owners of the Parent |
(11.03) |
(36.56) |
Non-controlling interest |
0.08 |
(0.22) |
Total comprehensive income attributable to: |
|
|
Owners of the Parent |
3,370.73 |
(76.91) |
Non-controlling interest |
56.09 |
48.03 |
Paid-up share capital (Face value of INR 2/- per share) |
306.21 |
286.13 |
Other equity |
30,163.93 |
6,808.85 |
Earnings per share (of INR 2/- each) (EPS for quarters have not been
annualised): |
|
|
Basic and diluted |
22.60 |
(0.28) |
Key highlights of the Company's standalone financial performance during FY 2024-25 are
as follows:
Revenue from operations declined by 09.16%.
Total Income is also declined by 6.65%.
Key highlights of the Company's consolidated financial performance during FY 2024-25
are as follows:
Revenue from operations are stable with slight decline of 1.44%.
Total Income is also stable with slight decline of 1%.
Dividend
Akums has consistently pursued a path of expansion to drive long term growth. In line
with the need to conserve the Company's resources, the Board of Directors has not
recommended any dividend for the financial year 2024-25.
Transfer to Reserves
The total comprehensive profit of INR 1,609.26 million for the FY 2024-25 had been
transferred to previous year's other equity of INR 1,152.65 million to arrive at the
current year's other equity of INR 22,746.26 million, which includes, Securities Premium
of INR 9,567.99 million, put option adjustment of INR 8,615.12 million and put option
reserve adjustment INR 1,801.24 million, which was retained in the Balance Sheet.
Extract of Annual Returns
Pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, a copy of the annual return for
the FY 2023-24 has been placed on the website (Link:
https://www.akums.in/investors/annual-return/) of the Company. The annual return of
2024-25 will be placed post completing Annual filings.
Integrated Annual Report
In line with the SEBI circular dated February 6, 2017, Akums has voluntarily released
its Integrated Annual Report. This comprehensive report combines both financial and
non-financial information and follows the International Integrated Reporting Framework. It
highlights the Company's strategy, governance, performance and future value creation
prospects, structured around six key forms of capital: Financial Capital, Manufactured
Capital, Intellectual Capital, Human Capital, Social & Relationship Capital and
Natural Capital.
Material Event (s)
Initial Public Offer
The FY 2024-25, has marked a significant milestone in the corporate history of Akums.
During the year under review, the Company successfully completed its Initial Public Offer
(IPO), comprising both an Offer for Sale and Fresh Issue, details of which are summarized
below:
Fresh issue of 10,037,708 Equity Shares of face value of INR 2 each aggregating to INR
6,800 million
Offer for sale by Existing Shareholders of 17,330,435 Equity Shares of face value of
INR 2 each aggregating to INR 11,767.37 million
Total Offer Size 27,368,143 Equity Shares aggregating to INR 18,567.37 million
The IPO was opened to the public from July 30, 2024 and closed on August 01, 2024 (both
days inclusive). The offer witnessedsignificantinvestorinterest,withoversubscriptions
exceeding 63 times across all investor categories. On the listing day, the share price
surged significantly above the IPO price band, reflecting investor confidence in Company's
future prospects.
The equity shares of the Company were listed on the Stock Exchanges, namely NSE India
Ltd and BSE Limited on August 6, 2024.
Strategic Reduction in Subsidiary Entities
In the month of April 2024, Akums undertook a strategic review of its subsidiary
portfolio and decided to disinvest from certain subsidiaries that were either
non-operational or conducting business at a nominal scale or were transacting; and were
facing headwinds in scaling up of their business operations.
The list of such entities is mentioned below: i) Amazing Research & Laboratories
Ltd., ii) May & Baker Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and iii) Burroughs Welcome Pharmacia Pvt.
Ltd.
Therefore, during the financial year Amazing Research & Laboratories Ltd., May
& Baker Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Burroughs Welcome Pharmacia Pvt. Ltd. (Now Hygosap
Pharma Private Limited) ceased to be subsidiaries of the Company with effect from 01st
April 2024.
Incorporation of subsidiary in United Kingdom
Akums Healthcare UK Ltd. was incorporated as a foreign wholly owned subsidiary of the
Company on 18th March, 2025.
Changes in Capital Structure
During the FY 2024-25, there was no change in the Company's authorised share capital.
However, issued, subscribed and paid-up capital share capital of the Company underwent
the following changes.
S. No. Allotment details |
Date of Allotment |
Amount (Face Value) |
1 4291930 Equity Shares has been issued, subscribed and allotted to the
Akums Employee Benefits Trust |
31-May-2024 |
85,83,860 |
2 10037708 Equity Shares has been issued, subscribed and allotted to the
public as a fresh issue portion of IPO |
02-August-2024 |
2,00,75,416 |
Therefore, as on March 31, 2025 the Company's authorised share capital was INR
400,000,000/- (INR 40 crore) divided into 200,000,000 (INR 20 crore) equity shares of face
value INR 2 each and issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital was INR 31,47,87,976
divided in to 15,73,93,988 equity shares of face value INR 2 each.
Changes in Directors and Key Managerial Personnel
During the FY 2024-25, Mr. N.L. Kalra ceased to be an Independent Director, with effect
from 05.02.2025. on account of attaining the 75 years of age.
The Board places on record its sincere appreciation for his valuable contribution,
guidance and service during the tenure with the Company.
As per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Sanjeev Jain, Director, will
retire at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible, and has offered himself
for reappointment. The Board of Directors recommended his re-appointment for the approval
of the shareholders
Meetings of the Board of Directors
During the FY 2024-25, the Board of Directors duly met seven times on 04.05.2024,
31.05.2024, 24.07.2024, 01.08.2024, 24.08.2024, 09.11.2024 and 06.02.2025 in respect of
which proper notices were given and the proceedings were properly recorded and signed in
the Minutes Book' maintained for the purpose.
In cases of urgent business requirements, the Board or its Committees also passed
resolutions by circulation, in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
The details of attendance of directors at the board meetings of the company during F.Y.
2024-25 are given as under:
|
|
No. of Board Meetings |
|
Name of Director |
Category |
Eligible to attend |
Attended |
% |
Mr. Sanjeev Jain |
Managing Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Mr. Sandeep Jain |
Managing Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Mr. Sanjay Sinha |
Whole Time Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Mr. N.L. Kalra |
Independent Director |
6 |
6 |
100 |
Mr. Kewal Handa |
Independent Director |
7 |
6 |
85.71 |
Ms. Matangi Gowrishankar |
Independent Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Mr. Sunil Kumar Thakur |
Non-Executive Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Mr. Satwinder Singh |
Independent Director |
7 |
7 |
100 |
Meeting of Board Committees and General Meeting(s) during FY 2024-25
Details of meetings of various committees of the Company held during the period under
review, are given as under:
S. No. Committee |
No. of Meetings |
Date of Meetings |
1. Audit Committee |
5 |
4-May-2024, |
|
|
31-May-2024, |
|
|
24-August-2024, |
|
|
9-Nov-2024, |
|
|
6-Feb-2025 |
2. Nomination & Remuneration Committee |
5 |
4-May-2024, |
|
|
24-August-2024, |
|
|
9-Nov-2024, |
|
|
29-Jan-2025, |
|
|
6-Feb-2025 |
3. Stakeholder relationship Committee |
1 |
6-Feb-2025 |
4. Risk Management Committee |
1 |
9-Nov-2024 |
5. IPO Committee |
2 |
29-July-2024, |
|
|
02-August-2024 |
The details of attendance of members of the Audit Committee (AC), Nomination and
Remuneration Committee (NRC), Stakeholder relationship Committee (SRC), Risk Management
Committee (RMC) and IPO Committee (IPOC) of the company are given as under:
Name of |
|
ACM |
NRC |
|
|
SRC |
RMC |
IPOC |
Director |
Category |
Eligible |
Attended |
Eligible |
Attended |
Eligible |
Attended |
Eligible |
Attended |
Eligible |
Attended |
Mr. Sanjeev Jain |
Managing Director |
- |
- |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
Mr. Sandeep Jain |
Managing Director |
4 |
4 |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
2 |
2 |
Mr. Kewal Handa |
Independent |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
Mr. N.L Kalra |
Independent |
4 |
4 |
4 |
3 |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
Ms. Matangi Gowrishankar |
Independent |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
- |
- |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
Mr. Sunil Kumar Thakur |
Non-Executive |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
2 |
2 |
Mr. Satwinder Singh |
Independent |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
1 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Akums for the previous financial year, i.e.
2023-24, was held on 31.05.2024. The meeting was duly attended by all Directors and
Shareholders of the Company along with the Company Secretary, Chief Financial Officer,
representatives of the Statutory Auditor and the Secretarial Auditor of the Company.
During the FY 2024-25, the Company conducted two Postal Ballot events vide notice dated
09th November, 2024 and 06th February, 2025.
One separate meeting of the Independent Director was held on 24th July,
2024.
Directors' Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3) read with Section 134(5) of Companies Act,
2013, the Directors confirm that:
In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have
been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures.
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 at the end of the financial year and of
the profit and loss of the Company for that period.
The Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this act for safeguarding the
assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
The Directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis.
The Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the
Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating
effectively. These controls are critical for ensuring the orderly and efficient conduct of
business, including an adherence to the Company's policies, the safeguarding of its
assets, prevention and detention of frauds and errors, accuracy and completeness of
accounting records and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
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.
The Directors have established proper systems to ensure compliance with the
provisions of all applicable secretarial standards and confirm that such systems are
adequate and operating effectively.
Declarations by Independent Directors
The Company has received declarations from all the independent directors confirming
that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub-section (6) of Section 149
of the Companies Act, 2013. In the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors of the
Company fulfil the conditions specified under the act and the Regulation 16(1)(b) of the
SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. There has been
no change in the circumstances affecting their status as Independent Directors of the
Company and in the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors fulfils the conditions
specified under the Act and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 and are Independent of the management.
Audit Committee
The details pertaining to the composition of the Audit Committee are included in the
Corporate Governance Report, which forms a part of this report.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee
The details regarding the composition of the CSR committee are provided in the
Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of this report.
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The information regarding the composition of the Nomination and Remuneration committee
is included in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of this
report.
Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
The details involving the composition of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee are
included in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of this report.
Risk Management Committee
The data relating to the composition of the risk management committee are disclosed in
the Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of this report.
Auditor(s)
Statutory Auditor
Walker Chandiok & Co LLP (WCC) has been re-appointed as the statutory auditor of
the Company pursuant to members' approval obtained at the 20th Annual General
Meeting held on 31st May 2024. The re-appointment is for a term of five
consecutive years, to audit the financials of the company for the FY 2024-25 to 2028-29
(both inclusive). Accordingly, they shall hold office till the conclusion of the 25th
Annual General Meeting of the Company.
The Auditors' Report for the FY ended on 31st March 2025 on the financial
statements of the company forms part of this Annual Report.
The Auditors' Report does not contain any qualification or adverse remark or comment or
a disclaimer in its report.
Details in Respect of Frauds Reported by the Auditors under Section 143(12):
As specified under the second proviso of Section 143 (12) of the Companies Act, 2013,
the Statutory Auditors have not reported any incident of fraud on the Audit Committee
during the year under review.
Cost Auditor
As per the provisions of Section 148 the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit
& Auditors') Rules, 2014 and the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Amendments Rules,
2014, the Company is required to maintain the cost records in respect of its business and
accordingly such records are made and maintained.
The Board had appointed M/s. Balwinder & Associates, as the Cost Auditors of the
Company for the FY 2024-25.
Now that its tenure has expired, the Board has recommended to re-appointed M/s
Balwinder & Associates as the Cost Auditors to audit the cost accounts of the Company
for the FY 2025-26.
As required by the Act, the remuneration of the cost auditors must be ratified by the
members. Accordingly, the resolution relating to the cost auditors is being placed before
the members for their ratification.
Internal Auditor
As per the provisions of Section 138 read with Rule 13 of The Companies (Accounts)
Rules, 2014, with regard to internal audit, M/s Vibhor Gupta & Associates were
appointed as the Internal Auditor for the FY 2024-25. The audits are based on an internal
audit plan, which is reviewed each year by the Management and the Audit Committee. The
internal audit process is designed to review the adequacy of internal control checks in
the system and covers all significant areas of the Company's operations.
Secretarial Auditor
Section 204 (1) of the Companies Act 2013 and Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, mandate a secretarial audit for the
prescribed class of companies.
In terms of Section 204 of the Act and Rules made thereunder, M/s. A.K. Nandwani &
Associates, was appointed as secretarial auditor of the company for the FY 2024-25, and
there tenure has expired. The Board has recommended to appoint M/s SPG & Associates,
Company Secretaries (a peer reviewed firm) as secretarial auditor for next five years
starting from FY 2025-26 till FY 2029-30 (both inclusive).
In terms of sub-section (3) of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 the Secretarial Audit
Report in the Form MR-3 of the Company for the FY 2024-25 is annexed with the Board's
report as Annexure-1.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the year contain two remarks which are mentioned here
below and more specifically mentioned in the report:
S. No. Please specify unit |
Management's Comment |
1 Some of the employees (designated individuals as per Insider Trading
Code of Conduct) sold their shares within 6 months, however, the fact was apprised to the
Stock Exchanges. |
This has happened due to unawareness of law by few employees during
initial listing days of the Company. Though the same was intimated to the Audit Committee
& the exchanges. |
2 Due to cessation of Mr. Nand Lal Kalra, Independent Director effective
from February 5, 2025, the composition of the Board of Directors no longer meets the
requirements of the Regulation 17(1)(b) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations. |
The Company is in process of shortlisting & finalization of a
suitable candidate; and the position will be filled up soon. |
In terms of Regulation 24A of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015, the Secretarial Audit of four material unlisted subsidiaries of the
Company, namely Pure and Cure Healthcare Private Limited, Malik Lifesciences Private
Limited, Akumentis Healthcare Limited and Maxcure Nutravedics Limited was undertaken by
Sangeeta Chaudhary & Associates, Company Secretaries. The Secretarial Audit Reports
issued by the Auditor are annexed to this Report as Annexure- 1A, Annexure-1B,
Annexure-1C, Annexure-1D respectively. The Secretarial Audit Reports for these
material unlisted Indian Subsidiaries contain certain remarks, more specifically mentioned
in the reports.
Management Auditors
The Company has appointed Ernst & Young LLP (E&Y), Deloitte and Protiviti India
Member Private Limited as Management Auditors for 2024-25. These management auditors had
conducted audits of certain processes and functions of the Company and its subsidiaries
and have submitted its reports to the management for its perusal.
The Company has appointed Ernst & Young LLP (E&Y), Mahajan & Aibara and
Protiviti India Member Private Limited as management auditors for 2025-26 as well. The
management auditors will conduct audits of assigned processes and functions of the Company
and its subsidiaries.
Implementation and Ratification of ESOP Scheme
The Company has observed from market experience that an equity-based compensation plan
is an effective tool to motivate and reward the existing key talent based on the
performance and criticality of the profile. For the Company, this will also help attract
new talent and retain them for ensuring sustained corporate growth.
In view of this, Akums has implemented an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) called
Akums Employee Stock Option Scheme 2022 (ESOP Scheme 2022). This scheme will cover
eligible employees of the Company and employees of its subsidiary companies. During the
current year, in terms of regulation 12 of SEBI (Share Based
Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, the Company has obtained
shareholders ratification to implement the ESOP Scheme 2022 through Akums Employee
Benefits Trust'.
Change in the Nature of Business (If Any)
The Company and its subsidiaries are engaged, inter alia, in the business of
manufacturing, marketing, trading, importing, exporting, developing, testing and allied
activities of pharmaceutical formulations of drugs, ayurvedic, herbals, toiletries,
nutraceuticals, food and dietary supplements, derma and cosmetics, healthcare and hospital
products, over-the-counter (OTC) products, active pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients
and compounds.
During the period under review there has been no change in the nature of the business
of the Company.
Companies Which Became/Ceased to Be Company's Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures and
Associate Companies
As on March 31, 2025, the Company has 13 subsidiaries, including one step-down
subsidiary and one limited liability partnership (LLP) and one foreign wholly owned
subsidiary which was incorporated on 18th March, 2025.
S. No. Name of Subsidiary |
Nature of Business |
% of Shareholding |
Status WOS* / Subsidiary |
1 Pure & Cure Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. |
Manufacturing of Pharmaceutical Formulations |
100% |
WOS |
2 Maxcure Nutravedics Ltd. |
Manufacturing of Nutraceuticals & Cosmetics |
100% |
WOS |
3 Malik Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd. |
Manufacturing of Pharmaceutical Formulations |
100% |
WOS |
4 Akums Healthcare Ltd. |
Manufacturing of formulations |
100% |
WOS |
5 Qualymed Pharma Pvt. Ltd. |
Manufacturing of formulations |
100% |
WOS |
6 Akumentis Healthcare Ltd. |
Branded Marketing |
91.50% |
Subsidiary |
7 Unosource Pharma Ltd. |
Export Marketing |
100% |
WOS |
8 Sarvagunaushdhi Pvt. Ltd. |
Retail Sales |
100% |
WOS |
9 Plenteous Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
Generic Branded Marketing |
100% |
WOS |
10 Nicholas Healthcare Ltd. |
Institutional Sales |
100% |
WOS |
11 Upadhrish Reserchem LLP |
Manufacturing of formulations |
100% |
WOS |
12 Medibox Pharma Ltd. |
Generic Branded Marketing |
100% |
WOS |
13. Akums Healthcare UK Ltd |
Trading or Marketing of Pharmaceutical Formulations. |
100% |
WOS |
*WOS means Wholly Owned Subsidiary
During the period under review Amazing Research & Laboratories Ltd., May &
Baker Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Burroughs Welcome Pharmacia Pvt. Ltd. (Now Hygosap Pharma
Private Limited) ceased to be subsidiaries of the Company with effect from 01st
April 2024.
Further, Akums Healthcare UK Ltd. was incorporated as a foreign wholly owned subsidiary
of the Company on 18th March, 2025.
The statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of the
Company's subsidiaries is given in Form AOC-1, annexed as Annexure-2, which is a
part of the report.
Particulars of Loans, Guarantees and Investments
The details of loans, guarantees and investments, as contemplated under Section 186 of
the Companies Act, 2013, made by the Company and remaining outstanding as on 31.03.2025,
are annexed with this report as Annexure - 3.
Particulars of Related Party Transactions
In line with the requirements of the Act and SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has
formulated a Policy on Related Party Transactions, which is available on the website of
the Company.
All contracts, arrangements and transactions entered by the Company with related
parties during FY 2024-25 were at arm's length and in the ordinary course of business.
Omnibus approvals of the Audit Committee and the Board wherever applicable were
obtained for the transactions which are of a foreseeable and repetitive nature. In all
other cases, the approval of Board or the Audit Committee is taken for entering into a
related party transaction.
During the year, the Company did not enter into any transaction, contract or
arrangement with related parties, which could be considered material, in accordance with
the Company's Policy on dealing with Related Party Transactions ("RPT Policy").
Though Section 188 is not applicable to the transactions, yet the details of related
party transactions are provided under notes to financial statements and Form AOC-2 (as Annexure-4)
are annexed with the Board Report.
All applicable related party transactions were presented before the Audit
Committee/Board. The disclosure on related party transactions as per Ind AS-24 has been
provided under Note No. 42 of the standalone financial statements and Note No. 42 of the
consolidated financial statements.
Deposits Under Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013
During the year under review, the Company has not accepted any deposit from the public
within the meaning of Chapter V of Companies Act, 2013 and as such no amount on account of
principal or interest on public deposit was outstanding as on the date of the balance
sheet.
Management Discussion and Analysis Report
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report providing the detailed overview of the
Company's performance, industry trends, business and risks involved has been provided
separately and forms part of this report.
Directors' Appointment and Remuneration Policy
For the purpose of selection of any director, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee
identifies persons of integrity who possess relevant expertise, experience and leadership
qualities required for the position. The committee also ensures that the incumbent fulfils
such criteria with regard to qualifications, positive attributes, independence, age and
other criteria as laid down under the Act.
The Company has a remuneration policy, which is available on the website of the Company
at https://www.akums.in/investors/ corporate-governance-policies/, which provides the
basis for fixation of remuneration of directors and key managerial personnel of the
Company.
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
Conservation of Energy
Energy conservation measures taken are as under:
1. Optimum energy conservation steps are being taken to reduce per unit cost. Power
load factor is being monitored continuously as an energy conservation measure. Maintenance
of proper voltage supply, proper load distribution and replacement of traditional tube
lights with LEDs lead to regular saving of energy. Installed variable speed-based
controller on the air compressor for minimising the losses during unloading.
2. An ON/OFF-based controller was installed in the cooling tower and the
switching-based controller was monitored in the cooling tower fans, for reducing the
specific power consumption. No waste is generated in the company which can be converted
into any source of energy.
3. No other alternative source of energy is feasible.
4. Adequate additional investment is being made on energy conservation.
The average performance in terms of production units is under control. However,
electricity tariffs are beyond the control of the Company summarized as follows: -
Particulars |
FY'2024-25 |
FY 2023-24 |
Units of Electricity Purchased |
398.44 |
377.63 |
(Lakh Kwh) |
|
|
Total Amount of Electricity |
3,021.51 |
2,925.24 |
Purchased (Lakh INR) |
|
|
Rate of Electricity Per Unit (INR) |
7.58 |
7.75 |
Units (Lakh Kwh) Own |
7.08 |
5.43 |
Generation (DG. Set) |
|
|
Consumption of Diesel Oil in DG |
2.02 |
1.57 |
(Lakh Lts.) |
|
|
Units generated Per Litre of |
3.51 |
3.45 |
Diesel Oil |
|
|
Total amount of Diesel consumed (Lakh INR) |
167.6 |
125.43 |
Cost Per Unit (INR) |
23.68 |
23.08 |
Technology absorption
Efforts are continuously being made for technology absorption. Currently the Company
has implemented following technologies during this financial year:
1. CIMS (Customer Invoice Management System):
This system allows us to send digitally signed invoices to our customers.
2. EPMT (Export Product Management Tool): This tool streamlines the ENCQ
process, enabling initiators to check the current status of their ENCQ.
3. DRF (Dossier Request Form): This form streamlines our dossier filing process
and tracks the registration we are submitting to the Ministry of Healthcare.
4. CLM (Contract Life Management): Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) is a
centralized tool designed to manage all contracts executed by the Company for its business
operations. It streamlines the entire contract process, from initiation to execution, and
offering several key benefits, such as; Real-Time Tracking, Renewal Notifications,
Centralized Contract Data and Document Storage & Compliance Checks. Therefore, CLM
enhances efficiency, transparency, and control over a Company's contract management
process.
Upcoming Projects:
5. LMS (Litigation Management System): This system will allow users to enter litigation
data digitally and track it on a single page.
6. Akums Business Ethics Helpline (CoVigilance Portal): This portal will enhance our
ability to monitor and report on adverse events and ensure compliance with regulatory
requirements.
The Company has its own research and development centres that are approved by the
Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), Government of India. These
centres play a pivotal role in driving innovation, developing new formulations, and
enhancing product quality, thereby strengthening the Company's edge in pharmaceuticals
industry.
During the FY 2024-25, expenditure on research and development was J 286.92 million,
as against J 292.55 million during the previous year.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo:
During the financial year 2024-25, trade receivables and trade and other payables in
foreign currencies amounted to J 33.29 million and J 44.49 million,
respectively.
Risk Management Policy
The Company has constituted a Risk Management Committee and has an adequate risk
management process to identify and notify the Board of Directors about the risk or
opportunities that could have an adverse impact on its operations or could be exploited to
maximise the gains. The process and procedures are in place to act in a time-bound manner,
to manage the risks or opportunities. The risk management process is reviewed and
evaluated by the committee and the Board of Directors. Meeting of the Risk Management
Committee was held on 09thNovember, 2024.
Akums has also adopted a Risk Management Policy. The Company's internal control systems
are commensurate with the nature of its business and the size and complexity of its
operations. These are routinely tested and certified by statutory auditors.
Environment and Social Responsibility Policy
Akums is committed to minimizing the adverse environmental and social impacts of its
business activities. The organization pledges to:
Identify and manage environmental and social risks related to its operations.
Comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.
Align with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards.
Set and pursue targets to avoid, reduce, or mitigate negative impacts.
Integrate environmental considerations into all levels of planning and
decision-making.
Use eco-friendly, energy-efficient, and sustainable technologies.
Promote sustainable development through the conservation of resources using the 4R
approach (recovery, recycling, reuse, reduction).
Regularly review performance and allocate resources for policy implementation.
Foster continual improvement through employee and stakeholder involvement.
Maintain open communication and transparent reporting of policy adherence.
Provide training to encourage environmental and social responsibility.
Ensure any policy violations are reported up to senior leadership.
Implement the policy under leadership guidance, embedding sustainability into
operations.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
In compliance with the requirements of section 135 of the Act read with the Companies
(Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, the Board of Directors has
constituted a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committee. The details of membership
of the committee and the meeting held are given in details in the Corporate Governance
Report, which forms a part of this report.
In line with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has framed its CSR
Policy and CSR Annual Action Plan and the same has been approved by the CSR committee and
the Board of Directors. The CSR Policy of the Company provides the roadmap for its CSR
activities. The CSR policy is available on the website of the Company at
https://www.akums.in/investors/ corporate-governance-policies/.
The Company believes, considers and promotes the fact that with a dynamic CSR culture,
society will benefit; and when society benefits, corporations also benefit.
It is reflected in the Company's culture that the responsibilities of the entrepreneur
are not confined to the four walls of its business or its customers. The Company also has
a commitment and social responsibilities towards the community. The Company has complied
with the provisions of law in its true spirit.
In terms of section 135(5), the Company was required to spend at least 2% of its
average net profits as calculated in accordance of section 198 of the Companies Act, 2013,
made during three immediately preceding financial years, i.e. it was required to make such
spending during FY 2024-25 related to the financial years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24.
Net profits as per the provisions of Section 198 during the immediately preceding three
financial years had been as under:
Financial Year |
INR Million |
2021-22 |
(3349.73) |
2022-23 |
1503.17 |
2023-24 |
(1029.35) |
Average profits of the financial years 2021-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24 had been INR
(958.64 million), which was negative. Therefore, the Company was not required to spend any
amount during the financial year 2024-25.
However, during the FY 2024-25 the Company has spent an amount of INR 41.00 lakh on CSR
activities. Such spent amount will be carried forward and will be set off from the CSR
obligation of FY 2025-26.
The CSR activities undertaken during the year by the Company have been mentioned in the
CSR report annexed as Annexure-5.
Remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Particulars of Employees
The information required to be disclosed in the Board's Report pursuant to Section
197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is annexed as Annexure-6 to this report.
The Annual Report is being sent to the Shareholders of the Company excluding
information required under Section 197 (12) read with Rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014. Any Shareholder
interested in obtaining a copy of such statement may write to the Company Secretary of the
Company at cs@akums.net.
Pursuant to Section 197(14) of the Act, the Managing Director and
Whole-timeDirectoroftheCompanydonotreceiveanyremuneration or commission from any of the
subsidiaries of the Company.
Evaluation of Board Performance
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3)(p) of the Companies Act, 2013 and
Rule 8(4) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, and Regulation 34(3) of SEBI (LODR)
Regulations, 2015 read with Schedule V, the Company has carried out annual evaluation of
the performance of the Board of Directors, its Committees, and individual Directors. These
provisions are applicable to the Company as it has a paid-up share capital exceeding INR
25.00 crore.
The Company has implemented a structured procedure for evaluating the performance of
the Board, its Committees, and individual Directors. During the year under review, the
annual performance evaluation was conducted in accordance with the evaluation framework
and criteria approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. The framework is
aligned with the SEBI Guidance Note on Board Evaluation.
The Board reviewed and discussed the outcome of the performance evaluation and
expressed satisfaction with the overall functioning and effectiveness of the Board, its
Committees, and the individual Directors, including the Managing Directors.
Furthermore, the Board also evaluated the fulfilment of the independence criteria by
the Independent Directors and confirmed that all Independent Directors continue to meet
the requirements of independence as prescribed under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and remain independent of the management.
Opinion of the Board about Independent Directors
Akums has appointed the following persons as independent directors:
Mr. Kewal Handa,
Ms. Matangi Gowrishankar Mr. Satwinder Singh and
Mr. N.L Kalra (ceased w.e.f. 05.02.2025)
As per the opinion of the board all the independent directors are of integrity and have
rich experience of their domain. The Board is of the view that under their able guidance
and suggestions, the Company will achieve new milestones of success in the coming years.
Material Courts Orders
During the year, no material order was passed by any regulators, tribunals or courts
which impacts the going concern and the Company's operations in future.
Internal Control Systems and Their Adequacy
The Company has an adequate system of internal controls to safeguard and protect itself
from loss, unauthorised use or disposition of its assets. All the transactions are
properly authorised, recorded and reported to the management. The Company is following all
the applicable accounting standards for properly maintaining the books of accounts and
reporting financial statements. The management of the Company checks and verifies the
internal control and monitors them in accordance with policies adopted by the Company. The
Company continues to ensure proper and adequate systems and procedures commensurate with
its size and nature of its business.
Maintenance of Cost Records
In terms of provisions of Section 148 (1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made
thereunder, the Company is required to maintain cost records. The Company has maintained
such accounts and records in a proper manner. The same was also made available to the Cost
Auditors of the Company for their audit. M/s. Balwinder & Associates, cost
accountants, were engaged to carry out an audit of cost records of the Company during FY
2024-25.
Vigil Mechanism Policy
In terms of the provisions of Section 177(9) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company
has established a policy on vigil mechanism for the directors and key managerial personnel
and the employees, to report its genuine concerns relating to actual or suspected fraud,
unethical behaviour, violation of the Company's code of conduct or any other event which
would adversely affect its business interests.
Human Resources
Akums takes immense pride in the commitment, competence and dedication demonstrated by
its employees in all areas of business. The Company is deeply committed to nurturing,
enhancing and retaining talent through superior learning and organisational development.
The Company believes that people are its biggest assets. Hence, it invests in
productive training programs for the employees. The Company encourages individuals to
explore opportunities aligned with natural talent and provides an environment that
nurtures growth.
The Company embeds a sense of inclusion and equality in its people. This means
fostering a conducive work environment that enhances professional and personal growth. A
strong culture of mutual trust, oneness, learning, care and concern is a key inspiration
to meet tomorrow's challenges.
Disclosure Under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition
and Redressal) Act 2013
The Company believes in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for each and
every individual working for it through various interventions and practices. It is the
continuous endeavour of the management to create and provide an environment to all its
employees that is free from discrimination and harassment including sexual harassment.
The Company has in place an anti-sexual harassment policy in line with the requirement
of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition &
Redressal) Act, 2013. Two separate Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) have been set up at
Delhi & Haridwar locations to redress complaints received regarding sexual harassment.
All employees are covered under this policy.
A mechanism has been established to report such matters to the ICCs. During the period
under review, on group level, 12 complaints were received in this regard, on which proper
action has been taken i.e. nine Termination, one Counselling, one Conciliation and one
Nullified. All such complaints were dealt with care and closed properly.
Consolidated Accounts
The consolidated financial statements for the year ended on March 31st, 2025
have been prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (IND AS) notified
under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015.
Credit Rating
The Company has a rating agreement with ICRA Limited. ICRA is required to review the
rating on an annual basis and as an when the circumstances warrant such a review. During
the month of October 2024, credit ratings were assessed and the rating committee of ICRA
has provided the following ratings to the Company:
S. No. Particulars |
Rating Action |
1 Long term-fund based working capital facilities |
[ICRA]AA(Stable); Upgraded from [ICRA]AA-(Stable) |
2 Unallocated limits |
[ICRA]AA (Stable)/ [ICRA]A1+; LT rating upgraded from [ICRA]AA-
(Stable) & ST rating reaffirmed |
3 Short term-non fund based working capital limits |
[ICRA]A1+; Reaffirmed |
4 Long term / short term-fund based/non fund-based limits |
[ICRA]AA (Stable)/ [ICRA]A1+; LT rating upgraded from [ICRA]AA-
(Stable) & ST rating reaffirmed |
Secretarial Standards
During the year under review, the Company has complied with all applicable secretarial
standards issued by the Institute of Companies Secretaries of India (ICSI).
Other Reports Forming Part of Board's Report
The following reports forming part of the Board's Report are enclosed:
Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) Report
Secretarial Audit Report of Akums & its Material Subsidiaries
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report
Corporate Governance Report
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR)
Acknowledgements
The Directors wish to convey their appreciation to business associates for their
support and contribution during the year. The Directors would also like to thank the
employees, customers, suppliers, alliance partners, bankers and all other stakeholders for
the continued support given by them to the Company and for the confidence they have
reposed in the management.