To the Members of the
Shiva Global Agro Industries Limited
Notice is hereby given that the 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of
the Members of Shiva Global Agro Industries Limited will be held on Saturday, September
21, 2024 at 1.00 P.M. through Video Conferencing (VC)/ Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM), to
transact the following business:
1. FINANCAIL HIGHLIGHTS:
Particulars |
Consolidated |
Standalone |
2023-24 |
2022-23 |
2023-24 |
2022-23 |
Income
from Operations |
36427.35 |
54020.49 |
8042.41 |
17955.77 |
Other
Income |
115.12 |
125.21 |
48.28 |
32.04 |
Total
Income |
36542.48 |
54145.70 |
8090.69 |
17987.81 |
Profit
Before Interest, Depreciation & Taxation |
-1824.02 |
2118.77 |
-734.78 |
1226.22 |
Less:
Interest |
1251.18 |
1057.87 |
423.48 |
424.30 |
Less:
Depreciation |
277.97 |
286.02 |
120.62 |
122.01 |
Profit
Before Tax |
-3353.17 |
774.88 |
-1278.88 |
679.92 |
Less:
Provision for Tax
(Including Deferred Tax and MAT Credit Entitlement, if any) |
-822.74 |
204.72 |
-306.23 |
176.58 |
Profit
After Tax |
-2530.43 |
570.16 |
-972.65 |
503.34 |
REVIEW OF OPERATIONS
Standalone Numbers:
Your Company's Revenue from Operations for the year was Rs.8042.41 Lacs
as against Rs.17955.77 Lacs in previous financial year. The profit before Interest,
Depreciation and Tax was Rs.-734.78 Lacs as compared to Rs.1226.22 Lacs in the previous
financial year and the profit before tax for the year stood at Rs.-1278.88 Lacs as against
Rs.679.92 Lacs in the previous financial year.
During the financial year 2023-24, Profit after tax stood at Rs.-972.65
Lacs as against Rs.503.34 Lacs in previous financial year.
Transfer to Reserves:
During the financial year 2023-24, there is no profit transfer to the
General Reserve.
Consolidated Numbers:
The company's consolidated revenue from Operations were recorded at Rs.
36427.35 Lacs as against Rs.54020.49 Lacs in previous financial year. The Net Profit
Before Tax was Rs.-3353.17 Lacs for the year under review as against the previous year's
consolidated Net Profit Before Tax of Rs.774.88 Lacs. The Profit after Tax was Rs.-2530.43
Lacs as against Rs.-570.16 Lacs in the previous year.
2. BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT:
GLOBAL & INDIAN ECONOMY
Despite geopolitical instability, conflicts, inflationary concerns, and
unprecedented monetary tightening, the global economy has remained resilient. According to
the IMF, global GDP is estimated to grow by 3.2% in 2023, with headline inflation
normalizing across major countries. The US and several major emerging market economies
(EMEs) have experienced better-than-expected growth. However, recent flare-ups in the
Middle East and marine route disturbances in the Red Sea area have impacted trade flow,
which may affect growth prospects in the coming periods. Prior to these disruptions,
supply chains and trade activities had improved post-Covid, leading to a softening trend
in major commodity prices, including food, metal, energy, and fertilizer.
India, once again, has emerged as the fastest-growing major economy,
with the RBI projecting a 7.6% GDP growth in FY24, driven by strong investment activity.
On the supply side, gross value added (GVA) expanded by 6.9% in 2023-24, led by the
manufacturing and services sectors. Despite a challenging agricultural environment,
including a below-normal monsoon (94% of Long Period Average), the economy showed
resilience. Monetary policy tightening during the year successfully arrested inflation,
which declined to 4.85% in March 2024. Robust economic activity and improved tax
compliance were reflected in strong direct (18%) and indirect tax (12%) collections, with
record receipts of income tax, corporate tax, and GST. Additionally, India's foreign
exchange reserves reached an all-time high of $646 billion as of March 29, 2024, with the
Indian Currency emerging as one of the most stable emerging market currencies.
AGRICULTURE
India faced a challenging agricultural environment due to a
below-normal monsoon (94% of Long Period Average), resulting in lower crop sowings and
reservoir levels, impacting rabi plantings. This affected Company's primary markets,
leading to a decline in agri-inputs consumption. The 2nd Advance Estimates suggest a 1.3%
decrease in food grain production (309 million tonnes) compared to the previous year, with
significant drops in pulses and coarse cereal output. Despite this, the Real Gross Value
Added growth in Agriculture & allied sectors remained steady, with a marginal 0.1%
increase.
To support the farming community, the Government continued its focus on
farmer welfare initiatives. Direct income support schemes like PM-Kisan and Rythu Bandhu
helped improve cash availability and enabled agri-input purchases. The PM-Pranam scheme
was approved to promote sustainable farming practices, incentivizing states to adopt
balanced fertilizer use and alternate fertilizers. Additionally, the Namo Drone Didi
scheme was launched to equip 15,000 women-led Self-Help Groups with agricultural drones
for crop monitoring, fertilization, and sowing seeds, aiming to improve resource use
efficiency and drive technology in agriculture. These initiatives demonstrate the
Government's commitment to supporting the agricultural sector and promoting sustainable
growth.
3. PERFORMANCE REVIEW:
The agricultural sector in the region faced significant challenges in
the year 2023-24, marked by deficient rainfall during the monsoon season, leading to
reduced agricultural production, decreased demand for fertilizers and adding high channel
inventories in the primary market impacting overall business performance.
The second half of the year brought another blow, as a drastic
correction in fertilizer subsidy rates further exacerbated the crisis. The deficient
monsoon in the region had a devastating impact on the agricultural sector, leading to
significant decline in crop production, subsequent reduction in fertilizer demand, low
volume of fertilizer consumption, accumulation of fertilizer stocks, resulting in
increased inventory levels and impact on cash flow and working capital. This highlights
the vulnerability of the agricultural industry to climate- related factors and the need
for sustainable solutions to mitigate these risks.
Despite the adverse situation, the Company has shown a resilient
performance and has taken progressive steps to strengthen its operations during the year.
During the year, plants operating at under capacity and achieved the production volume of
44,884 MT of Single Super Phosphate (SSP), NPK Mix & other fertilizers combined
together. The primary sales volume of SSP was 40,684 MTs and that of NPK Mix fertilizers
was 7,996 MTs. P.D.M. Granules (Potash Derived from Molasses) and the secondary fertiliser
'Ca:M:S-Virat' Granules (Calcium, Magnesium and Sulphur) saw a sales volume of 890 MT and
900 MT respectively.
By implementing an optimal buying strategy and diversifying sources,
the sourcing team overcame prevailing pricing pressures in the market and ensured the
on-time availability of critical raw materials.
Regular maintenance activities were being performed in a phased manner
at both Plants ensuring that all infrastructure, including machinery, equipment, and
facilities, were properly maintained and upgraded in a sequential and organized manner, to
minimize downtime and optimize efficiency.
4. FINANCE & CREDIT RATINGS
In the year 2023-24, the state of Maharashtra, particularly the
Marathwada region, experienced deficient rainfall, leading to a challenging year for the
fertilizer business in the region. This resulted in decreased sales, which extended the
inventory holding period and increased inventory carrying costs. Consequently, the company
fully utilized its financing facilities, adding pressure on its financial performance.
Despite this, the outflow towards finance remained stable, with a marginal decrease from
Rs. 424.30 Lacs in FY 2022-23 to Rs. 423.48 Lacs in FY 2023-24. Thanks to efficient cash
management, the company maintained adequate liquidity, backed by reliable lines of credit,
ensuring financial stability and security.
RATINGS
As on March 31, 2024, the company had rating of 'IND B+/Stable /IND A4'
for Fund Based Working Capital limit and 'IND A4' for Non-Fund based Working Capital Limit
from India Rating & Research.
5. DIVIDEND :
The Board of Directors of your company, after considering holistically
the relevant circumstances and keeping in view the company's dividend distribution policy,
has decided that it would be prudent, not to recommend any Dividend for the year under
review. The Dividend Distribution Policy is available on the website of the Company at
https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
6. CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL RESULTS :
The consolidated financial statements, which are prepared in accordance
with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the relevant accounting standards,
forms part of this Annual Report. As required under the provisions of the Companies Act,
2013, a statement showing the salient features of the financial statements of the
subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures are enclosed as Annexure A to this Report.
The financial statements of the subsidiary companies will be made
available to the members of the Company on request and will also be kept for inspection at
the Registered Office of the Company.
7. SUBSIDIARY/JOINT VENTURE/ASSOCIATE COMPANY :
The details of the performance of the subsidiaries of the Company are
given below :
a. Shiva Parvati Poultry Feed Private Limited:
The Company (a 51% subsidiary) achieved a total turnover of Rs.
8,078.38 Lacs and recorded Rs.-381.42 Lacs as profit After Tax.
b. Ghatprabha Fertilizers Private Limited
The Company (a 61.53% subsidiary) achieved a total turnover of
Rs.2920.45 Lacs and earned Rs.-13.10 Lacs of Profits After Tax.
c. Shrinivasa Agro Foods Private Limited
The Company (a 51.01% subsidiary) achieved a total turnover of
Rs.17469.40 Lacs and earned Rs.-409.34 Lacs of Profits After Tax. During the year under
review, the company had no Joint Venture/s or any Associate Company.
8. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY :
The Company has formulated a Risk Management Policy, under which
various risks associated with the business operations are identified and risk mitigation
plans have been put in place, details of which are set out in the Management Discussion
and Analysis Report. The Company has in place a Risk Management framework to identify,
evaluate business risks and challenges across the Company both at corporate level as also
separately for each business division.
9. ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS AND COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS :
The Company, during the year has reviewed its Internal Financial
Control systems and has continually contributed to establishment of more robust and
effective internal financial control framework, prescribed under the ambit of Section
134(5) of the Act. The Company has adequate internal controls consistent with the nature
of business and size of the operations, to effectively provide for safety of its assets,
reliability of financial transactions with adequate checks and balances, adherence to
applicable statues, accounting policies, approval procedures and to ensure optimum use of
available resources. These systems are reviewed and improved on a regular basis. It has a
comprehensive budgetary control system to monitor revenue and expenditure against approved
budget on an ongoing basis.
The Company has its own internal audit function to monitor and assess
the adequacy and effectiveness of the Internal Controls and System across all key
processes areas. Deviations are reviewed periodically, and due compliance ensured. Summary
of Significant Audit Observations along with recommendations and its implementations are
reviewed by the Audit Committee and concerns, if any, are reported to the Board.
Based on the assessment carried out by the Management and the
evaluation of the results of the assessment, the Board of Directors are of the opinion
that the Company has adequate Internal Financial Controls system that is operating
effectively as at 31st March 2024.
There were no instances of fraud which necessitates reporting of
material misstatement to the Company's operations.
There has been no communication from regulatory agencies concerning
non-compliance with or deficiencies in financial reporting practices.
10. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS :
There are no materially significant Related Party Transactions made by
the Company with Promoters, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel which may have a potential
conflict with the interests of the Company at large.
All related party transactions were placed before the Audit Committee
for approval. Prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee was obtained for the
transactions which are foreseen and are repetitive in nature. The related party
transactions entered into by the Company are reviewed by independent chartered accountants
to confirm that they were in the ordinary course of business and at arm's length basis.
Related party transactions entered during the financial year under review are disclosed in
Notes to the financial statements of the Company for the financial year ended March 31,
2024. The Policy on Related Party Transaction is available on the Company's website at
https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
None of the Directors had any pecuniary relationship or transactions
with the Company, except the payments made to non-executive independent directors in the
form of sitting fee.
11. AUDITORS:
i. STATUTORY AUDITORS
M/s. Falor Jhavar Khatod & Co (Firm Regn. No. 104223W) were
appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for the period of five years commencing
from the conclusion of 29th Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of the 34th Annual
General Meeting of the shareholders of the Company. As required under the provisions of
Section 139 of the Act, a resolution for the yearly ratification of their appointment is
being placed before the shareholders for their approval.
As required under Regulation 33 of the Listing Regulations, Falor
Jhavar Khatod & Co., have confirmed that they hold a valid certificate issued by the
Peer Review Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
The Auditor's Report given by Falor Jhavar Khatod & Co., on the
financial statements of the Company for the year ended March 31, 2024 forms part of the
Annual Report. The Auditor's Report does not contain any qualification, reservation or
adverse remark. During the year under review, the Auditors had not reported any matter
under Section 143(12) of the Act. Therefore no disclosure is required in terms of Section
134(3)(ca) of the Act.
ii. COST AUDITORS
Pursuant to Section 148 of the Act read with the Companies (Cost
Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 and amendments thereof, the Company is required to maintain
cost accounting records in respect of its certain products and accordingly such accounts
and records are made and maintained in the prescribed manner. Further, the cost accounting
records maintained by the Company are required to be audited.
For the financial year 2023-24, Mr. Jayant B. Galande was appointed as
Cost Auditors. On the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board has re-appointed
Mr. Jayant B. Galande, Cost Accountants as the Cost Auditors for auditing the cost records
of the Company for the financial year 2024-25.
The Act mandates that the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor is
ratified by the shareholders. Accordingly, a resolution seeking the shareholders'
ratification of the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors for the FY 2024-26 is
included in the Notice convening the 32nd Annual General Meeting. During the year, the
Company filed the Cost Audit Report for the financial year 2022-23 with the Ministry of
Corporate Affairs within the prescribed time limit.
iii. SECRETARIAL AUDITOR
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules 2014, the Board had appointed
M/S V&V Co. LLP, Company Secretaries, to undertake the secretarial audit of the
Company for the financial year 2023-24. The report of the Secretarial Auditor is enclosed
as Annexure B and forms part of this report. The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain
any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
In terms of Regulation 24A of the Listing Regulations, every listed
entity and its material unlisted subsidiaries incorporated in India shall undertake
secretarial audit and shall annex a secretarial audit report given by a company secretary
in practice, in such form as specified, with the annual report of the listed entity.
Hence, the Secretarial Audit Report of all the material subsidiaries are also enclosed as
Annexure C and forms part of this report. The Secretarial Audit Reports of the unlisted
material subsidiaries does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark.
12. BOARD, COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD AND OTHER INFORMATION :
i. DIRECTORS
Your Company is managed and controlled by a Board comprising an optimum
blend of Directors. As on March 31, 2024, the Board of Directors comprised of seven
Directors consisting of Executive and Non-executive Directors. Out of seven, three are
Independent Directors including one Woman Director.
The composition of the Board is in conformity with Regulation 17 of
Listing Regulations and the relevant provisions of the Act. The Directors possess
requisite qualifications and experience in general corporate management, strategy,
finance, engineering, information technology and other allied fields which enable them to
contribute effectively to the Company in their capacity as Directors of the Company.
In accordance with the Section 152 of the Companies Act 2013,
Mr.Narayanlal P. Kalantri (DIN: 00486333) retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual
General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has recommended the name of
Mrs.Jayashree Lakshmikant Maniyar (DIN 10721349) as Additional Director (Non-Executive,
Independent) and the same has been accepted by board in their Board meeting held on August
06, 2024. The appointment of Mrs.Maniyar is subject to approval of shareholders in the
ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Mr.Arunkumar Ramgopal Toshniwal (DIN 01689971) have resigned from his
office with effect from the close of business hours on August 06, 2024 due to personal
reasons. Mrs.Sandhya Satish Maheshwari will be completing her term of office as an
independent Director in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Consequent to the changes in the Board composition, the Committees of
Board were also reviewed and re-constituted, as applicable, the details of which are in
the Corporate Governance section of the Report.
ii. NUMBER OF BOARD MEETINGS
A calendar of meetings is prepared and circulated in advance to the
Directors. During the year 2023-24, Four Board Meetings were held, the details of which
are given in the Report on Corporate Governance.
iii. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS & THEIR DECLAIRATION OF INDEPENDENCE
As on March 31, 2024, the Independent Directors of the Company included
Mrs. Sandhya Maheshwari, Mr.Rajesh Agrawal and Mr.Prakash Nihalani. All the Independent
Directors of the Company have furnished the necessary declaration in terms of Section
149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 and under Regulation 25(8) the Listing Regulations,
affirming that they meet the criteria of Independence as stipulated thereunder.
In the opinion of the Board, all the Independent Directors have the
integrity, expertise and experience, including the proficiency required to effectively
discharge their roles and responsibilities in directing and guiding the affairs of the
Company.
iv. FAMILIARISATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Company has an ongoing familiarization programme for all
Independent Directors with regard to their roles, duties, rights, responsibilities in the
Company, nature of the industry in which the Company operates, the business model of the
Company, etc.
On their appointment, Independent Directors are familiarized about the
Company's operations and businesses. Interaction with the Business Heads and key
executives of the Company is also facilitated. Detailed presentations on the business of
each of the division are also made to the directors. Direct meetings with the chairman and
the managing director are further facilitated for the new appointee to familiarize him/her
about the Company/its businesses and the group practices.
The role, rights, duties and responsibilities of Independent Directors
have been incorporated in the Letters of Appointment issued to them. The amendments /
updates in statutory provisions are informed from time to time. The details of
familiarisation programme as above are also disclosed on the Company's website at
https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
v. REMUNERATION POLICY:
On the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the
Board has, framed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Senior Management
and their remuneration. Salient features of the Remuneration Policy are set out in the
Corporate Governance Report. The Remuneration Policy is available on the Company's website
at https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
vi. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF BOARD, ITS COMMITTES AND DIRECTORS:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134 of the Act and
Regulation 17 of the Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out evaluation of its own
performance, the performance of Committees of the Board, namely, Audit Committee,
Stakeholders Relationship Committee, and Nomination & Remuneration Committee and also
the Directors individually. The manner of evaluation of performance and the process
adopted for this purpose are explained in the Corporate Governance Report.
vii. AUDIT COMMITTEE
As on March, 2024, the Audit committee comprised of Mr.Rajesh Agrawal,
Chairperson, Mrs. Sandhya Maheshwari, Member and Mr.Deepak Maliwal, Member. During the
year, Four Audit Committee Meetings were held, the details of which are provided in the
Corporate Governance Report, which is a part of this Annual Report. During the year, all
the recommendations made by the Audit Committee were accepted by the Board.
viii. DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
As required pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(c) and 134(5)
of the Act, the Directors' Responsibility Statement is enclosed as Annexure D to this
Report and forms part of the Report.
13. KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL :
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 203 of the Act read with the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, Mr.
Omprakash K. Gilda, Managing Director, Mr. Umesh O. Bang, Chief Financial Officer and Mrs.
Rashmi G. Agrawal, Company Secretary are the Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the
Company.
14. POLICY ON PREVENTION, PROHIBITION & REDRESSAL OF SEXUAL
HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE :
In line with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at
Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, the Company has in place
Prevention of Sexual Harassment Policy. An Internal Compliance Committee has been set up
to redress complaints received regarding sexual harassment. All employees are covered
under this Policy. During the financial year 2023-24, no incidents of sexual harassment
was reported.
15. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY :
The Company believes in the conduct of the affairs of its constituents
in a fair and transparent manner by adopting the highest standards of professionalism,
honesty, integrity and ethical conduct. The Company has a Whistle Blower Policy under
which the employees are free to report violations of the applicable laws and regulations
and the Code of Conduct.
The Audit Committee has reviewed the functioning of whistle blower
mechanism of the Company and found the same satisfactory. A copy of the Whistle Blower
Policy is available on the website of the Company https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
16. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE :
The Company is committed to maintain the highest standards of Corporate
Governance. As stipulated under the Listing Regulations, the Report on Corporate
Governance is appended as Annexure F to this Report. The requisite certificate from the
Auditor confirming compliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance by the Company
is also attached to the Report on Corporate Governance.
17. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS :
A report on Management Discussion and Analysis, highlighting the
industry structure and developments, opportunities and threats, future outlook, risks and
concerns, etc., is provided separately and forms part of the Directors' Report.
18. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY :
The Shiva Group, guided by its long-standing tradition of patronage and
community service, is committed to supporting marginalized individuals in the community,
with a focus on education and healthcare. As part of its social responsibility
initiatives, the Company has designated a specific amount of funds to carry out various
activities and programs aimed at making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.
The Company has put in place a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) policy, which is
available on the website of the Company at https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html.
As per the provisions of section 135 (9) of the companies Act, 2013,
where the amount to be spent by a company under sub-section (5) of section 135, does not
exceed fifty lakh rupees, the requirement under sub-section (1) of section 135, for
constitution of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee shall not be
applicable and the functions of such Committee provided under this section shall, in such
cases, be discharged by the Board of Directors of such company. And accordingly, all the
functions and responsibilities of the CSR Committee are placed with Board of Directors of
the Company.
As per the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act and the Rules
made thereunder, the Company is required to spend Rs.18.79 Lac for the financial year
2023-24, (i.e. least 2% of the average net profits of the Company made during the three
immediately preceding financial years) in pursuance of its Corporate Social Responsibility
Policy. Accordingly, the company has spent Rs.19.00 Lacs in the F.Y. 2023-24 towards CSR
activities as specified in provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and applicable the rules.
19. HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT :
Company's focus on Health, Safety and Environment continued during the
year under review across all locations with all manufacturing plants maintaining high
safety standards. Your Company maintained high standards of environmental performances
with all facilities operating well within norms. The overall safety environment continued
to improve during the year under review.
20. BANKS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS:
Your Company is prompt in paying interest and repayment of loans to the
financial institutions/banks. Banks and Financial Institutions continue their unstinted
support in all aspects, and the Board had placed its appreciation for the same on record.
21. NATURE OF BUSINESS
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the
financial year.
22. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS
There were 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.
23. DECLAIRATION AND AFFIRMATIONS :
During the year under review
o There are no significant material orders passed by the Regulators or
Courts that would impact the Company's going concern status and future operations.
o There are no applications made or any proceedings pending under the
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
o The Company has not made any one-time settlement with any Bank or
Financial Institution as such disclosure or reporting requirements in respect of the
details of difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of one-time
settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the Banks or Financial
Institutions is not required.
24. OTHER DISCLOSURES:
i. SHARE CAPITAL
The paid-up equity share capital of the Company as on March 31, 2024,
was Rs.999.30Lacs i.e. 99,93,000 Equity Shares of Face value Rs.10/- each fully paid.
No equity shares were allotted during the year.
ii. MATERIAL SUBSIDIARY POLICY
The Company has adopted a policy for determining material subsidiary,
in line with the requirements of the Listing Regulations. The Policy on Material
Subsidiary is available on the website of the Company i.e. at
https://www.shivaagro.org/a_gp.html
iii. ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the
Act, the Annual Return as on March 31, 2024, is available on the website of the Company
viz. https://www.shivaagro.org/inv_f_areturn.html.
iv. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS & OUTGO ? CONSERVATION OF ENERGY :
Energy conservation is an ongoing process at the company. In 2023-24,
we implemented various measures to reduce energy consumption, including:
Conducting annual energy assessments
Continuously monitoring power usage, especially for critical
equipment and machinery
Identifying and replacing outdated, high-power equipment with
modern, energy-efficient alternatives
Eliminating power leakages
Discarding obsolete equipment
These efforts demonstrate our commitment to continuous improvement in
energy conservation.
Following is the illustrative list of measures taken by the company for
conservation of energy during the year under review:
a. Conducting energy audits and assessments to identify areas of
improvement.
b. Implementing energy-efficient lighting systems, such as LED
lighting.
c. Replacing old equipment and machinery with energy-efficient
alternatives.
d. Installing power-saving devices, like voltage optimizers and energy
savers.
e. Implementing smart building technologies to optimize energy usage.
f. Conducting regular maintenance to ensure equipment is running
efficiently.
g. Using energy-efficient AC systems and optimizing temperature
control.
h. Implementing energy-efficient manufacturing processes and
technologies.
i. Educating employees on energy conservation practices and encouraging
their participation.
j. Installing motion sensors and timers to control lighting and
equipment usage.
k. Upgrading to energy-efficient motors and drives.
l. Improving insulation and reducing heat loss in buildings.
m. Implementing energy-efficient water management systems.
n. Monitoring energy usage and tracking progress towards energy
reduction goals.
Steps taken for utilising alternate sources of energy:
As part of its long-term sustainability plan, the Company has taken
several key initiatives to utilize alternate and renewable sources of energy, including:
¦ Renewable Energy Assessment: Conduct a feasibility study to
identify suitable alternative energy sources (e.g., solar, wind, geothermal, biomass).
¦ Energy Audit: Analyze energy consumption patterns to determine
the potential for alternative energy sources.
¦ Technology Evaluation: Research and evaluate various
technologies and systems for harnessing alternative energy (e.g., solar panels, wind
turbines, fuel cells).
¦ System Design: Design a customized system to meet the
company's energy needs.
¦ Installation and Implementation: Install and integrate the
alternative energy system into existing infrastructure.
¦ Monitoring and Maintenance: Regularly monitor performance,
maintain equipment, and perform repairs as needed.
¦ Energy Storage Integration: Consider incorporating energy
storage solutions (e.g., batteries) to optimize energy usage and reduce grid dependence.
¦ Policy and Incentive Review: Explore government incentives,
tax credits, and policies supporting alternative energy adoption.
¦ Employee Training and Education: Educate employees on the
benefits and operation of alternative energy systems.
¦ Continuous Improvement: Regularly assess and optimize
alternative energy systems to ensure maximum efficiency and cost savings
Apart from above, company is using indigenously produced Briquettes
made from agricultural waste instead of using traditional Coal in the furnace. Plans are
also in progress for installation of solar system in order to meet the energy requirements
of the plant.
? TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION:
Technology absorption is one of the critical area in the present
business scenario. During the year under review, lots of efforts were made for technology
absorption. Following is the illustrative list of the measures taken by the company:
a. Research and Development (R&D) Investments: Allocating funds to
develop new technologies or improve existing ones.
b. Technology Scouting: Identifying and acquiring new technologies from
external sources, such as startups or research institutions.
c. Employee Training and Development: Providing training programs to
enhance employees' skills and knowledge in new technologies.
d. Proof-of-Concept (POC) Development: Creating prototypes or testing
new technologies to assess their feasibility and potential.
e. Industry-Academia Partnerships: Collaborating with educational
institutions to leverage their research expertise and resources.
f. Technology Road-mapping: Developing strategic plans to identify,
evaluate, and implement new technologies.
g. Intellectual Property (IP) Management: Protecting and managing
patents, trademarks, and copyrights related to new technologies.
h. Digital Transformation Initiatives: Implementing new technologies to
drive business process improvements and innovation.
i. Innovation Centers or Labs: Establishing dedicated facilities to
foster innovation, experimentation, and prototyping.
Apart from this, digitalization of infrastructure facilities at plants
and office, introduction of unity power factor based high efficiency UPS system instead of
traditional UPS, Upgrading Air Quality Monitoring Systems & Emission monitoring
systems across Plants, Operating plant at its full efficiency level i.e. 400 TPD are some
measures taken by the company.
These measures demonstrate a company's commitment to technology
absorption, enabling them to stay competitive, innovative, and future-ready.
? FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
The Foreign Exchange outgo during the FY-2023-24 is Rs.1189.93 Lacs as
against Rs. 4513.15 Lacs in previous financial year 2022-23. There were no foreign
exchange earnings during the year.
v. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND REMUNERATION
The disclosure with respect to remuneration as required under Section
197 of the Act read with rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is appended as Annexure E to this report.
The statement containing names of top ten employees in terms of
remuneration drawn and the particulars of employees as required under Section 197(12) of
the Act read with Rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, is provided in a separate Annexure forming part of this
report.
However, the annual report is being sent to the Members, excluding the
aforesaid Annexure. In terms of Section 136 of the Act, the said Annexure is open for
inspection. Any member interested in obtaining such information may address their email to
the company secretary at admin@shivaagro.org
vi. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
Details of loans and guarantees given and investments made under
Section 186 of the Act are given in the Notes to the Financial Statements.
vii. PUBLIC FIXED DEPOSIT
Your Company is eligible to accept deposit from public pursuant to
Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") and the Companies (Acceptance
of Deposits) Rules, 2014 ("the Rules"). Pursuant to the Special Resolution
passed by the members at the Annual General
Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on September 30, 2014, the Board of
Directors of the Company, approved the Fixed Deposit Scheme for acceptance of deposits
from Members in accordance with the requirements of the Act and the Rules.
The Company has accepted/renewed deposits of Rs.73.00 Lacs during the
year under review and total Rs.269.00 Lacs were outstanding as on March 31, 2024. There
were no defaults in respect of repayment of any deposits or payment of interest thereon
during the year under review.
The Company has not accepted any deposits which are not in compliance
with the requirements of the Act. The Company has no overdue deposits as at the end of the
year under review.
viii. COMPLIANCE OF SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the Secretarial Standards issued by The
Institute of Company Secretaries of India and approved by the Central Government.
ix. REPORTING OF FRAUDS
There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which
required the Auditors to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12)
of the Act and the Rules made thereunder.
25. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Directors wish to express their grateful appreciation for the
valuable support and cooperation received from bankers, business associates, lenders,
financial institutions, shareholders, various departments of the Government of India, as
well as the State Governments, the farming community and all our other stakeholders.
The Directors acknowledge and would like to place on record the
commitment and dedication on the part of the employees of your Company for their continued
efforts in achieving good results.
ANNEXURES TO BOARD'S REPORT ANNEXURE - A
Statement showing salient features of the financial statements of
subsidiaries and joint ventures and associates as per the
Companies Act, 2013
Subsidiaries : in Lacs)
Particulars |
Ghatprabha
Fertilizers Private Limited |
Shiva
Parvati Poultry Feed Private Limited |
Shrinivasa
Agro Foods Private Limited |
Date on
which Subsidy was acquired |
March 31,
2010 |
March 31,
2010 |
March 31,
2010 |
Share
Capital |
278.33 |
450.00 |
923.10 |
Reserves
and Surplus |
1,523.16 |
509.09 |
3,189.57 |
Total
Assets |
2,528.15 |
5,949.08 |
7,801.14 |
Total
Liabilities |
726.66 |
4,990.00 |
3,688.47 |
Details
of Investments : |
|
|
|
-
Investments in Equity Shares |
- |
2.17 |
- |
Turnover |
2,920.45 |
8,078.38 |
17,469.40 |
Profit/(Loss)
Before Taxation |
-18.09 |
-1,516.89 |
-539.41 |
Tax
Expense (Including Deffered Tax) |
-4.99 |
-1,135.47 |
-130.08 |
Profit
After Taxation |
-13.10 |
-381.42 |
-409.34 |
Proposed
Dividend |
- |
- |
- |
% of
shareholding |
61.53% |
51.00% |
51.00% |
Reporting
Period |
March 31,
2024 |
March 31,
2024 |
March 31,
2024 |
Reporting
Currency |
Indian
Rupees |
Indian
Rupees |
Indian
Rupees |
Notes :
1. There are no subsidiaries which are yet to commence operations.
2. There are no subsidiaries which have been liquidated or sold during
the year.
3. There are no joint ventures/ associates during the year.
FORM NO. MR-3 SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH, 2024 [Pursuant
to section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule No.9 of the Companies (Appointment
and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014]
To,
The Members
SHIVA GLOBAL AGRO INDUSTRIES LIMITED
We have conducted the Secretarial Audit of the compliance of applicable
statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by M/s. Shiva Global
Agro Industries Limited (CIN:L24120MH1993PLC070334) (hereinafter called the
"Company"). Secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that provided us a
reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conduct/statutory compliances and expressing
our opinion thereon.
Based on our verification of the Company's books, papers, minute books,
forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company and also the
information provided by the Company, its officers, agents and authorized representatives
during the conduct of secretarial audit, we hereby report that in our opinion, the Company
has, during the audit period covering the financial year ended on 31st March,
2024, complied with the statutory provisions listed hereunder and also that the Company
has proper Board processes and compliance mechanism in place to the extent, in the manner
and subject to the reporting made hereinafter.
We have examined the books, papers, minute books, forms and returns
filed and other records maintained by the Company for the financial year ended on 31st
March, 2024 according to the provisions of:
i. The Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) and the rules made there under;
ii. The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 ('SCRA') and the
rules made there under;
iii. The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and Bye-laws framed
there under;
iv. The Company has complied with the applicable provisions of Foreign
Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and regulations made thereunder to the extent
of Overseas Direct Investment. There were no External Commercial Borrowings and Foreign
DirectInvestment during the year under review;
v. The following Regulations and Guidelines prescribed under the
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 ('SEBI Act'):-
a) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition
of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011;
b) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider
Trading) Regulations, 2015;
c) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018 (there were no events requiring compliance
during the review period);
d) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee
Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 (there were no events requiring compliance
during the review period);
e) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of
Debt Securities) Regulations, 2008 (there were no events requiring compliance during the
review period);
f) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrars to an Issue
and Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding the Companies Act and dealing with
client;
g) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity
Shares) Regulations, 2021 (there were no events requiring compliance during the review
period);
h) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities)
Regulations, 2018 (there were no events requiring compliance during the review period);
i) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015;
vi. Following significant laws specifically applicable to the Company
in view of the management:
1) Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985;
2) The Hazardous Wastes (Management andHandling) Rules, 1989
3) The Legal Metrology Act, 2009;
We have also examined compliance with the applicable clauses of the
following:
i. Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries
of India.
During the period under review, the Company has complied with the
provisions of the Acts, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines, and Standards as mentioned above.
We further report thatthe Board of Directors of the Company is duly
constituted with proper balance of Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and
Independent Directors. The changes in the composition of the Board of Directors that took
place during the period under review were carried out in compliance with provisions of the
Act.
Adequate notice was given to all Directors at least seven days in
advance to schedule the Board Meetings. Agenda and detailed notes on agenda were sent in
advance, and a system exists for seeking and obtaining further information and
clarifications on the agenda items before the meeting and for meaningful participation at
the meeting.
All decisions at Board Meetings and Committee Meetings are carried out
unanimously as recorded in the minutes of the meetings of the Board of Directors or
Committee of the Board, as the case may be.
We further report that there are adequate systems and processes in the
company commensurate size and operations of the company to monitor and ensure compliance
with applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
We further report that during the audit period the Company does not
have specific actions having major bearing on the Company's affairs in pursuance of the
above referred laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, standards referred to above.
"ANNEXURE -B (i)"
To,
The Members
SHIVA GLOBAL AGRO INDUSTRIES LIMITED
Our report of even date is to be read along with this letter:
1. Maintenance of secretarial records is the responsibility of the
management of the Company. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these
secretarial records based on our audit.
2. We have followed the audit practices and processes as were
appropriate to obtain reasonable assurance about the correctness of the contents of the
Secretarial records. The verification was done on test basis to ensure that correct facts
are reflected in secretarial records. We believe that the processes and practices, we
followed provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
3. We have not verified the correctness and appropriateness of
financial records and Books of Accounts of the Company.
4. Wherever required, we have obtained the Management representation
about the compliance of laws, rules and regulations and happening of events etc.
5. The compliance of the provisions of Corporate and other applicable
laws, rules, regulations, standards is the responsibility of management. Our examination
was limited to the verification of procedures on test basis.
6. The Secretarial Audit report is neither an assurance as to the
future viability of the Company nor of the efficacy or effectiveness with which the
management has conducted the affairs of the Company.
ANNEXURES TO BOARD'S REPORT ANNEXURE - C
Secretarial Audit report of Material Subsidiaries
Form No. MR-3 SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
[Pursuant to Section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule No. 9
of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration Personnel) Rules, 2014]
To the Members,
M/s GHATPRABHA FERTILIZERS PRIVATE LIMITED
NEW MONDHA, NEAR STATE BANK OF INDIA,
NANDED - 431602. (MH) IN
I have conducted the secretarial audit of the compliance of applicable
statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by M/s GHATPRABHA
FERTILIZERS PRIVATE LIMITED [CIN: U24129MH2005PTC156501] (hereinafter called "the
Company") a Material Subsidiary of M/s SHIVA GLOBAL AGRO INDUSTRIES LIMITED, a BSE
listed Company (hereinafter called "the Holding Company").
The secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that provided me with a
reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conducts/statutory compliances and
expressing my opinion thereon.
Based on my verification of the Company's books, papers, minute books,
forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company and also information
provided by the Company, its officers, agents and Authorised representatives during the
conduct of the secretarial audit, the explanations and clarifications given to me and the
representations made by the management, 1st
hereby report that in my opinion, the company has, during the audit
period covering the financial year ended on 31 March 2024, generally complied with
the statutory provisions listed hereunder and also that the Company has proper Board
processes and compliance mechanismin place to the extent, in the manner and subject to the
reporting made hereinafter:
I. I have examined the books, papers, minute books, forms and returns
filed and other records maintained by the Company for the financial year that ended on 31
March, 2024 and made available to me according to the provisions of:
(i) The Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") and the rules made
there under as applicable;
(ii) The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 ('SCRA) and the
rules made there under;
(iii) The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and Bye-laws
framed there under; (Not applicable to the Company for the financial year ended March 31,
2024);
(iv) Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and
regulations made there under to the extent of Foreign Direct Investment, Overseas Direct
Investment and External Commercial Borrowings (Not applicable to the Company during the
audit period);
(v) The following Regulations and Guidelines prescribed under the
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 ('SEBI Act'):
(a) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition
of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 as amended from time to time (Not applicable to
the Company during the audit period);
(b) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider
Trading) Regulations, 1992 and 2015, as amended from time to time (Not applicable to the
Company during the audit period);
(c) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(d) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee
Benefits) Regulations, 2014 (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(e) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of
Debt Securities) Regulations. 2008; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrars to an Issue and
Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding the Companies Act and dealing with
clients (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(f) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity
Shares) Regulations, 2009; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(g) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities)
Regulations, 1998; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
Form No. MR-3 SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
[Pursuant to Section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule No. 9
of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration Personnel) Rules, 2014]
To the Members,
M/s SHIVA-PARVATI POULTRY FEED PRIVATE LIMITED
NEW MONDHA, NEAR STATE BANK OF INDIA,
NANDED - 431602. (MH) IN
I have conducted the secretarial audit of the compliance of applicable
statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by M/s. SHIVA-PARVATI
POULTRY FEED PRIVATE LIMITED [CIN: U01222MH2004PTC145045] (hereinafter called
"the Company") a Material Subsidiary of M/s SHIVA GLOBAL AGRO INDUSTRIES
LIMITED, a BSE listed Company (hereinafter called "the Holding Company").
The secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that provided me with a
reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conducts/statutory compliances and
expressing my opinion thereon.
Based on my verification of the Company's books, papers, minute books,
forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company and also information
provided by the Company, its officers, agents and Authorised representatives during the
conduct of the secretarial audit, the explanations and clarifications given to me and the
representations made by the management, I
hereby report that in my opinion, the company has, during the audit
period covering the financial year ended on 31 March 2024, generally complied with
the statutory provisions listed hereunder and also that the Company has proper Board
processes and compliance mechanismin place to the extent, in the manner and subject to the
reporting made hereinafter:
I have examined the books, papers, minute books, forms and returns
filed and other records maintained by the Company for the
financial year that ended on 31 March, 2024 and made available to me
according to the provisions of:
(i) The Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") and the rules made
there under as applicable;
(ii) The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 ('SCRA) and the
rules made there under;
(iii) The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and Bye-laws
framed there under; (Not applicable to the Company for the financial year ended March 31,
2024);
(iv) Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and
regulations made there under to the extent of Foreign Direct Investment, Overseas Direct
Investment and External Commercial Borrowings (Not applicable to the Company during the
audit period);
(v) The following Regulations and Guidelines prescribed under the
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 ('SEBI Act'):
(a) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition
of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 as amended from time to time (Not applicable to
the Company during the audit period);
(b) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider
Trading) Regulations, 1992 and 2015, as amended from time to time (Not applicable to the
Company during the audit period);
(c) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(d) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee
Benefits) Regulations, 2014 (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(e) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of
Debt Securities) Regulations. 2008; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(f) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrars to an Issue
and Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding the Companies Act and dealing with
clients (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(g) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity
Shares) Regulations, 2009; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(h) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities)
Regulations, 1998; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(vi) The other laws, as informed and certified by the management of the
Company which are specifically applicable to the Company are:
(a) Business/Trade Related Laws/Regulations:
i. Competition Act, 2002
ii. The Maharashtra Industrial Policy 2013.
(b) Employment and Labour Laws:
i. The Employees' Provident Funds and [Miscellaneous Provisions] Act,
1952, the Employees'
ii. Provident Fund Scheme, 1952, Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995
iii. The Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948; the Employees State
Insurance (General)
iv. The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 and the State Rules made there
under;
v. The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 and the Minimum Wages (Central) Rules,
1950;
vi. The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965 and the Payment of Bonus Rules,
1975;
vii. The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 & the Payment of Gratuity
(Central) Rules, 1972;
viii. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013;
(c) Other Laws:
i. The Factories Act, 1948 ("Factories Act")
ii. Trademarks Act, 1999
iii. The Environment Protection Act, 1986 ("Environment Protection
Act")
iv. Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989
("Hazardous Waste
(d) General Laws applicable to the Company:
i. Indian Contract Act 1872
ii. Information Technology Act, 2000
iii. Sale of Goods Act 1930
iv. Consumer Protection Act 1986
I have also examined compliance with the applicable clauses of the
following to the extent applicable:
(i) Secretarial Standards issued by The Institute of Company
Secretaries of India.
(ii) The Listing Agreements entered into by the Company with the Stock
Exchange. (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
During the period under review the Company has generally complied with
all material aspects of applicable provisions of the Acts, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines,
Standards, etc. mentioned above:
I further report that:
a) The Compliance by the Company with applicable financial laws, like
direct and indirect tax laws, has not been reviewed in this Audit since the same has been
subject to review by the statutory financial auditor and other designated professionals.
b) The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted with
proper balance of Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and Independent Directors.
The changes if any in the composition of the Board of Directors that took place during the
period under review were carried out in compliance with the provisions of the Act.
c) Adequate notice is given to all directors to schedule the Board
Meetings, agenda and detailed notes on agenda were generally sent in advance, and a system
exists for seeking and obtaining further information and clarifications on the agenda
items before the meeting and for meaningful participation at the meeting.
d) Majority decision is carried through while the dissenting members'
views are captured and recorded as part of the minutes.
I further report that there are adequate systems and processes in the
company commensurate with the size and operations of the company to monitor and ensure
compliance with applicablelaws, rules regulations and guidelines.
Form No. MR-3 SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT
[Pursuant to Section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule No. 9
of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration Personnel) Rules, 2014]
To the Members,
M/s. SHRINIVASA AGRO FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED
NEW MONDHA, NEAR STATE BANK OF INDIA,
NANDED - 431602. (MH) IN
I have conducted the secretarial audit of the compliance of applicable
statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by M/s. SHRINIVASA
AGRO FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED [CIN: U99999MH2005PTC157949] (hereinafter called "the
Company") a Material Subsidiary of M/s SHIVA GLOBAL AGRO INDUSTRIES LIMITED, a BSE
listed Company (hereinafter called "the Holding Company").
The secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that provided me with a
reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conducts/statutory compliances and
expressing my opinion thereon.
Based on my verification of the Company's books, papers, minute books,
forms and returns filed and other records maintained by the Company and also information
provided by the Company, its officers, agents and Authorised representatives during the
conduct of the secretarial audit, the explanations and clarifications given to me and the
representations made by the management, I
hereby report that in my opinion, the company has, during the audit
period covering the financial year ended on 31 March 2024, generally complied with
the statutory provisions listed hereunder and also that the Company has proper Board
processes and compliance mechanismin place to the extent, in the manner and subject to the
reporting made hereinafter:
I. I have examined the books, papers, minute books, forms and returns
filed and other records maintained by the Company for
the financial year that ended on 31 March, 2024 and made availableto me
according to the provisions of:
(i) The Companies Act, 2013 ("the Act") and the rules made
there under as applicable;
(ii) The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 ('SCRA) and the
rules made there under;
(iii) The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and Bye-laws
framed there under; (Not applicable to the Company for the financial year ended March 31,
2024);
(iv) Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and
regulations made there under to the extent of Foreign Direct Investment, Overseas Direct
Investment and External Commercial Borrowings (Not applicable to the Company during the
audit period);
(v) The following Regulations and Guidelines prescribed under the
Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 ('SEBI Act'):
(a) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition
of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 as amended from time to time (Not applicable to
the Company during the audit period);
(b) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider
Trading) Regulations, 1992 and 2015, as amended from time to time (Not applicable to the
Company during the audit period);
(c) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(d) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee
Benefits) Regulations, 2014 (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(e) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of
Debt Securities) Regulations. 2008; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit
period);
(f) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrars to an Issue
and Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding the companies Act and dealing with
clients. (Not applicable to the company during the audit period)
(g) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity
Shares) Regulations, 2009; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(h) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities)
Regulations, 1998; (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
(vi) The other laws, as informed and certified by the management of the
Company which are specifically applicable to the Company are:
(a) Business/Trade Related Laws/Regulations:
i. Competition Act, 2002
ii. The Maharashtra Industrial Policy 2013.
(b) Employment and Labour Laws:
i. The Employees' Provident Funds and [Miscellaneous Provisions] Act,
1952, the Employees'
ii. Provident Fund Scheme, 1952, Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995
iii. The Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948; the Employees State
Insurance (General)
iv. The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 and the State Rules made there
under;
v. The Minimum Wages Act, 1948 and the Minimum Wages (Central) Rules,
1950;
vi. The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965 and the Payment of Bonus Rules,
1975;
vii. The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 & the Payment of Gratuity
(Central) Rules, 1972;
viii. The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013;
ix. The Legal Metrology Act, 2009
(c) Other Laws:
i. The Factories Act, 1948 ("Factories Act")
ii. Trademarks Act, 1999
iii. Shops and establishments laws
iv. The Environment Protection Act, 1986 ("Environment Protection
Act")
v. Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1989
("Hazardous Waste
(d) General Laws applicable to the Company:
i. Indian Contract Act 1872
ii. Information Technology Act, 2000
iii. Sale of Goods Act 1930
iv. Consumer Protection Act 1986
I have also examined compliance with the applicable clauses of the
following to the extent applicable:
(i) Secretarial Standards issued by The Institute of Company
Secretaries of India.
(j) (ii) The Listing Agreements entered into by the Company with the
Stock Exchange. (Not applicable to the Company during the audit period);
During the period under review the Company has generally complied with
all material aspects of applicable provisions of the Acts, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines,
Standards, etc. mentioned above:
I further report that:
a) The Compliance by the Company with applicable financial laws, like
direct and indirect tax laws, has not been reviewed in this Audit since the same has been
subject to review by the statutory financial auditor and other designated professionals.
b) The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted with
proper balance of Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors and Independent Directors.
The changes if any in the composition of the Board of Directors that took place during the
period under review were carried out in compliance with the provisions of the Act.
c) Adequate notice is given to all directors to schedule the Board
Meetings, agenda and detailed notes on agenda were generally sent in advance, and a system
exists for seeking and obtaining further information and clarifications on the agenda
items before the meeting and for meaningful participation at the meeting.
d) Majority decision is carried through while the dissenting members'
views are captured and recorded as part of the minutes.
I further report that there are adequate systems and processes in the
company commensurate with the size and operations of the company to monitor and ensure
compliance with applicablelaws, rules regulations and guidelines.
ANNEXURES TO BOARD'S REPORT ANNEXURE-E
Disclosure of Remuneration under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act,
2013 read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014
The details of remuneration during the year 2023-24 as per Rule 5(1) of
the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are as
follows:
i) The ratio of remuneration of each Director to the median
remuneration of the employees of the Company and the percentage increase in remuneration
of each Director, Chief Financial Officer, Company Secretary in the financial year
2023-24:
Sr. No.
Name of the Director |
Designation |
Ratio |
Percentage
increase in the Remuneration in FY 2023-24 |
Directors: |
|
|
|
1 Mr.
Omprakash K. Gilda |
Managing
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
2 Mr.
Arunkumar R. Toshniwal |
Non-Executive
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
3 Mr. Deepak
S. Maliwal |
Non-Executive
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
4 Mr.
Narayanlal P. Kalantri |
Non-Executive
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
6 Mr. Rajesh
K. Agrawal |
Independent
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
7 Mr.
Prakash N. Nihalani |
Independent
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
8 Mrs.
Sandhya S. Maheshwari |
Independent
Director |
Nil |
Nil |
Key
Managerial Personnel : |
|
|
|
9 Mr. Umesh
O. Bang |
Chief
Finan cial Officer |
5.54 |
-0.26% |
10 Mrs.
Rashmi G. Agrawal |
Company
Secretary & Compliance Officer |
1.78 |
0.00% |
A
Number of times to the median remuneration of employees
ii) Percentage increase or (decrease) in the median remuneration of
employees in the financial year 2023-24 : 1.42%
iii) Number of permanent employees on the rolls of the company as on
March 31, 2024: 111
iv) Average percentile increase already made in the salaries of
employees other than the managerial personnel in the last financial year and its
comparison with the percentile increase in the managerial remuneration and justification
thereof and point out if there are any exceptional circumstances for increase in the
managerial remuneration:
During the year 2023-24, the average annual decrease in salaries of
employees was around 2.60%. The company has not paid any managerial remuneration to
directors including Managing director. However, sitting fees is paid to the independent
directors.
v) Affirmation that the remuneration is as per the remuneration
policy of the Company:
It is affirmed that the remuneration paid to Directors and Key
Managerial Personnel during the financial year 2023-24 is as per the Remuneration Policy
of the Company.
Note:
There has been no change in payment criteria for remuneration payable
to Directors. During the year 2023-24, the company has not paid any managerial
remuneration to directors including Managing director. The remuneration payable to Key
Managerial Persons mentioned above is in accordance with remuneration policy of the
company.