(Pursuant to the provisions of Sub Section (3) of Section 134 of the
Companies Act, 2013)
To,
The Members of
SHRI BAJRANG ALLIANCE LIMITED
Your Directors take pleasure in presenting the 34th Annual
Report on the business and operations of your Company along with Audited Standalone and
Consolidated Financial Statements and Auditors' Report thereon for the financial year
ended on 31st March, 2024. The summarized financial results and state of the
Company's affairs for the year ended on 31st March, 2024 are as under:
1. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS:
(Amount in Lakhs)
|
STANDALONE |
CONSOLIDATED |
PARTICULARS |
Financial |
Financial |
Financial |
Financial |
|
Year ended |
Year ended |
Year ended |
Year ended |
|
31.03.2024 |
31.03.2023 |
31.03.2024 |
31.03.2023 |
Total Turnover & Other
Receipts |
57424.41 |
52498.82 |
57426.41 |
52519.72 |
Operating expenses |
56537.84 |
51305.05 |
56539.28 |
51306.43 |
Profit before Interest,
Depreciation, Tax and Amortization |
886.57 |
1193.77 |
887.13 |
1213.29 |
(EBIDTA) |
|
|
|
|
Finance Cost |
94.90 |
223.97 |
94.90 |
225.02 |
Depreciation and amortization
expenses |
305.08 |
278.48 |
305.08 |
278.48 |
Profit/(Loss) Before Taxation |
486.59 |
691.32 |
487.15 |
709.79 |
Add: Share of Profit/(Loss) of
Associates & Joint Ventures |
- |
- |
3773.41 |
2852.36 |
(after tax) |
|
|
|
|
Taxation (including deferred Tax) |
174.03 |
140.25 |
174.30 |
145.04 |
Profit/(Loss) after Taxation
(PAT) |
312.56 |
551.07 |
4086.26 |
3417.10 |
Other Comprehensive Income |
83.13 |
1.74 |
83.13 |
1.74 |
Total Comprehensive Income for
the period (Comprising |
395.69 |
552.81 |
4169.39 |
3418.84 |
Profit/Loss) and Other
Comprehensive Period for the period |
|
|
|
|
2. REVIEW OF PERFORMANCE:
On a Consolidated basis the Revenue for the current financial year
stood at Rs. 57,426.41 Lakhs as compared to Rs. 52,519.41 Lakhs in the previous year and
Profit after Tax stood at Rs. 4,086.26 Lakhs during the current financial year as compared
to Rs. 3,417.10 Lakhs in the previous year. On a Standalone basis the Revenue for the
current financial year stood at Rs. 57,424.41 Lakhs as compared to Rs 52,498.82 Lakhs in
the previous year and Profit after Tax stood at Rs. 312.56 Lakhs during the current
financial year as compared to Rs. 551.07 Lakhs in the previous year.
3. SHARE CAPITAL:
As on 31st March, 2024, the Paid-up Equity Share Capital of
the Company was Rs. 900.00 Lakhs divided into 90,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each.
During the year under review, the Company has not issued any shares
with differential voting rights nor granted stock option nor sweat equity. As on 31st
March, 2024, the Company has not issued any convertible instruments.
The equity shares of the Company representing 97.31% of the share
capital are dematerialized as on 31st March, 2024. The dematerialized facility
is available to all the shareholders of the company from both the depositories namely
National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CDSL).
4. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL
POSITION BETWEEN THE E ND OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR D THE DATE OF THE REPORT: AN
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial
position of the Company occurred between the end of the financial year to which the
financial statements relate and the date of this Report
5. CHANGES IN THE NATURE OF THE BUSINESS:
There is no change in the nature of the business of the Company.
6. DIVIDEND:
In order to conserve the resources for the better working of the
Company, the board of directors has not recommended any dividend for the year ended 31st
March, 2024.
7. R ESERVES:
The Board of Directors of your company has decided not to transfer any
amount to the Reserves for the year under review.
8. S UBSIDIARY AND ASSOCIATE COMPANY:
Your Company has two wholly owned subsidiaries i.e. "Popular
Mercantile Private Limited" and "Shri Bajrang Agro Processing Limited".
There is one associate i.e. "Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited" and no joint
venture Company as defined under the Companies Act, 2013.
Pursuant to provisions of Section 129 (3) of the Companies Act, 2013, a
statement containing salient features of the financial statements of "Popular
Mercantile Private Limited", "Shri Bajrang Agro Processing Limited" and
"Shri Bajrang Power and Ispat Limited" in FORM AOC-1 is annexed as (Annexure
"1").
Pursuant to the provision of Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013,
the audited financial statements, including consolidated financial statements and related
information of the Company and audited accounts of the Subsidiaries Popular Mercantile
Private Limited and Shri Bajrang Agro Processing Limited are available on our website: http://www.sbal.co.in.
The company has formulated a policy for determining 'material'
subsidiaries and the policy is available on the website of company and can be accessed
through the following link- https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/9/9_3515.pdf
9. PARTICULARS OF LOANS GIVEN, INVESTMENTS MADE, GUARANTEES
GIVEN AND SECURITIES P ROVIDED:
Details of loans, guarantees, and investments covered under the
provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 form part of the notes to the
Financial Statements.
10. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS MADE WITH RELATED PARTIES:
Particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred
to in Section 188(2) of the Companies Act, 2013, in the prescribed FORM AOC-2, is appended
as (Annexure "2") to the Board's Report. During the year 2023-24,
pursuant to section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and regulation 23 of SEBI Listing
Regulations, 2015, all Related Party Transactions were placed before the Audit Committee
for its approval. A statement showing the disclosure of transactions with related parties
as required is set out separately in this Annual Report. The Policy on Related Party
Transactions as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Company's website https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/9/9_3955.pdf
11. DEPOSITS:
We have not accepted any deposits and as such, no amount of principal
or nt i erest was outstanding as on the Balance Sheet date.
12 . DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
The Board of Directors of the Company provide entrepreneurial
leadership and plays a crucial role in providing strategic supervision, overseeing the
management performance, and long-term success of the Company while ensuring sustainable
shareholder value. Driven by its guiding principles of Corporate Governance, the
Board's actions endeavor to work in the best interest of the Company. The Directors
hold a fiduciary position, exercises independent judgement, and plays a vital role in the
oversight of the Company's affairs. Our Board represents a tapestry of complementary
skills, attributes, perspectives and includes individuals with financial experience and a
diverse background. In line with the recommendation of SEBI and our relentless endeavor to
adhere to the global best practices, the Company is chaired by Mr. Narendra Goel,
Executive Director effective from 11th February, 2020. During the Financial
Year 2023-24, following changes has been occurred in the Board;
Mr. John Cherian (DIN: 10530786) was appointed as Additional
Non-Executive Non- Independent Director with effect from 4th March, 2024.
Mr. Nishant Agrawal (M. No.: ACS 40900) was resign from the office of
Company Secretary of the Company with effect from 16th June, 2023.
Mr. Yash Shah (M. No.: ACS 70502) was appointed as the Whole-time
Company Secretary of the Company with effect from 7th July, 2023.
Changes in Board composition of the Company occurred between the end of
the financial year dated 31st March, 2024 and the date of this Report;
Mr. John Cherian (DIN: 10530786) was appointed as Non-Executive
Non-Independent Director on the Extra Ordinary General Meeting ("EGM") held on 1st
June, 2024.
Mr. Yash Shah (M. No.: ACS 70502) has tender his resignation from the
office of Company Secretary of the Company with effect from 20th April, 2024.
Mr. Ravinder Singh Rajput was appointed as the Additional Non-Executive
Independent Director on 3rd May, 2024. In the EGM dated 1st June,
2024, his position was regularized as Non- Executive Independent Director of the Company
w.e.f. 3rd May, 2024.
Ms. Anshu Dubey (M. No. ACS 62867) appointed as Whole-time Company
Secretary of the Company w.e.f. 13th May, 2024.
The Directors and Key Managerial Personnel of the Company as on 31st
March, 2024 and as on the date of this Report stands as:
S.NO. |
DIRECTORS/KMP |
POSITION HELD |
POSITION HELD |
|
|
As on 31st
March, 2024 |
As on date of
this Report |
1. |
Mr. Narendra
Goel |
Chairman and
Director |
Chairman and
Director |
2. |
Mr. Anand Goel |
Managing
Director |
Managing
Director |
3. |
Mr. Archit Goel |
Whole-Time
Director And CFO |
Whole-Time
Director And CFO |
4. |
Mr. Yash Shah |
Company
Secretary |
- |
5. |
Mr. Rakesh Kumar
Mehra |
Independent
Director |
Independent
Director |
6. |
Mr.
Anshul Dave |
Independent
Director |
Independent
Director |
7. |
Ms.
Niyati Dipak Thaker |
Independent
Director |
Independent
Director |
8. |
Mr.
John Cherian |
Additional
Non-Executive Director |
Non-Executive
Non-Independent Director |
9. |
Mr.
Ravindra Singh Rajput |
- |
Independent
Director |
10. |
Ms.
Anshu Dubey |
- |
Company
Secretary |
Mr. Anand Goel and Mr. Narendra Goel are biological siblings and sons
of Late Mr. Hariram Goel. Mr. Narendra Goel is the father of Mr. Archit Goel establishing
a familial connection between them. All other Directors are unrelated to each other. In
accordance with the provisions of Section 152(6)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. John
Cherian (DIN: 10530786), Director of the Company, will retire by rotation at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting and, being eligible, offers himself for reappointment.
13. DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR:
The Company has received necessary declaration from all Independent
Directors as per Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013, stating that they meet the
criteria of independence laid down in Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and
Regulation 25 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulation, 2015.
The Independent Directors have also confirmed that they have complied with Schedule IV of
the Act and the Company's Code of Conduct. Further, the Independent Directors have
also submitted their declaration in compliance with the provision of Rule 6(3) of
Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, which mandated the
inclusion of an Independent Director's name in the data bank of Indian Institute of
Corporate Affairs ("IICA") for a period of one year or five years or lifetime
till they continue to hold the office of an independent director.
14. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
Your Directors make the following statements in terms of Section
134(3)(c) & 134(5) of the Companies Act,2013 based on the representations received
from the operating management and Chief Financial Officer of the Company: i. in the
preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March,
2024, the applicable accounting standards had been followed. There are no material
departures in the adoption of prescribed accounting standards; ii. the Directors had
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 iii. the Company at the end of the financial year and of the Profit and Loss
of the Company for that period;
iv. the Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013, for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and
detecting fraud and other irregularities; v. they have prepared the annual accounts on a
going concern basis; vi. the Directors had laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were
operating effectively; vii. the Directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance
with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and
operating effectively.
15. NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD:
The Board met 16 (Sixteen) times during the financial year 2023-2024,
the details of which are given in the Corporate Governance Report that forms part of this
Annual Report. The maximum interval between any two meetings did not exceed 120 days, as
prescribed in the Companies Act, 2013.
16. COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD:
The Board has 3 (Three) Committees the Audit Committee, Nomination and
Remuneration Committee, and the Stakeholders Relationship Committee. All committees
consist of a majority of Independent Directors. The Composition and terms of reference,
details of meetings, and other matters have been mentioned in the Corporate Governance
Report of this Annual Report.
17. HUMAN RESOURCES:
The Company places emphasis on recruitment, training, and development
of human resources, which assumes utmost significance in the achievement of corporate
objectives. Your Company integrates industrial and organizational capabilities in a
seamless manner through empowerment and by offering a challenging workplace, aimed towards
the realization of organizational goals. Your Company draws its strength from a highly
engaged and motivated workforce whose collective passion and commitment have helped the
organization reach new heights. The Company is committed to providing a safe and healthy
working environment and therefore recognizes safety and health as a key part of our
operations.
18. DISCLOSURE UNDER SEXUAL HARASSMENT ACT:
All employees (Permanent, Contractual, and Temporary, Training) are
covered under this policy. There were no cases that required to be filed with the District
Officer by the Internal Complaints Committee under this Act.
19. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES:
During the period under review, no employee employed throughout the
period or part of the period was in receipt of remuneration in excess of the limits
prescribed under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5 (2) & (3) of
the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
Disclosures pertaining to remuneration and other details as required 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 is appended as (Annexure
"3") to the Boards' Report.
20. POLICY ON DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION:
The Company's current policy is to have an appropriate mix of Executive
and Independent Directors to maintain the independence of the Board and separate its
functions of governance and management. 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 fulfills such criteria with regard to qualifications,
positive attributes, independence, age, and other criteria as laid down under the Act,
Listing Regulations, or other applicable laws. The Board has, on the recommendation of the
Nomination and Remuneration Committee framed a policy on the remuneration of Directors,
Key Managerial Personnel, and other Employees as required under sub-section (3) of Section
178 of the Companies Act, 2013. The policy of the Company on director's appointment and
remuneration is uploaded onto the Company's website and available at https://www.sbal.co.in/home/investors/codes-policies-others/5.
21. EVALUATION OF THE PERFORMANCE OF THE BOARDS, ITS COMMITTEES AND
INDIVIDUAL
DIRECTORS:
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has defined the evaluation
criteria for Performance Evaluation of the Board, its Committee, and Individual Directors.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 19 of SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, a structured questionnaire was
prepared after taking into consideration the various aspects of the Board functioning,
thecomposition of the Board an d its committees, culture, execution and performance of
specific duties, obligation, and governance. The performance evaluation of the Independent
Directors was completed. The performance evaluation of the Chairman and Non-Independent
Directors was carried out by the Independent Directors. The Board of Directors expressed
their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
22 . INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR
(i) Declaration from Independent Directors
The Board has received a declaration from all the Independent Directors
of the Company confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed both
under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015.
(ii) Criteria for Performance Evaluation
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has laid down various
criteria for performance evaluation of Independent Directors which, inter-alia, includes
preparedness and attendance at the meetings, understanding of the Company's operations and
business, and contribution at Board Meetings
(iii) Details of Familiarization Program
The details of the Program for familiarization of Independent Directors
with the Company, their roles, rights, responsibilities in the Company, the nature of the
industry in which the Company operates, the business model of the Company, and related
matters are put up on the website of the Company at the link https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/9/9_7658.pdf
23. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
The Company has formulated a comprehensive Code of Conduct for the
Prevention of Insider Trading for its designated persons, in compliance with the
Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015,
as amended from time to time. The Directors, officers, designated persons, and other
connected persons of the Company are governed by the Code.
The Code is also posted on the website of the company at https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/10/10_6423.pdf
24. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
We acknowledge our sincere duty towards the community and the
environment, from which any organization including Shri Bajrang Alliance takes a lot. Your
Company had taken the responsibility to pay back to the society.
We focus on our social and environmental responsibilities to fulfil the
needs and expectations of the communities around us. Our CSR Policy aims to provide a
dedicated approach to community development in the areas of education, healthcare and
environmental sustainability. We contribute to serve the development of people by shaping
their future with meaningful opportunities, thereby accelerating the sustainable
development of society while preserving the environment, and making our planet a better
place today and for future generations. The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy
of the Company is aligned with its overall commitment to maintaining the highest standards
of business performance. We recognize that our business activities have direct and
indirect impact on the society. The Company strives to integrate its business values and
operations in an ethical and transparent manner to demonstrate its commitment to
sustainable development and to meet the interests of its stakeholders. The CSR policy of
the Company is available on the website of the Company at
https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/9/9_427.pdf The annual report on the CSR
activities is annexed as (Annexure -4) to this report.
25. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT:
As required by Regulation 34 read with Schedule V of the Listing
Regulations, a separate Report on Corporate Governance forms part of the Annual Report.
The Report on Corporate Governance also contains certain disclosure required under the
Companies Act, 2013.
26. AUDITORS' CERTIFICATE ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
A certificate from the Statutory Auditor of the Company regarding
compliance with the condition of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Clause E of the
Schedule V of the Listing Regulation is enclosed in the Board Report. The auditors'
certificate for the financial year 2023-2024 does not contain any qualification,
reservation, or adverse remark.
27. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS:
In details of the operating performance of the Company for the year,
the state of affairs and the key changes in the operating environment have been analyzed
in the Management's Discussion and Analysis section which form part of this Annual Report.
28. RISK MANAGEMENT:
The Company has developed and implemented a risk management framework
that includes the identification of elements of risk, if any, which in the opinion of the
Board may threaten the existence of the Company. During the year there are no elements of
risk found which in the opinion of the Board may threaten the existence of the Company.
29. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND
OUTGO: he information on the conservation of energy and technology
absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo as required under Section 134(3) (m) of
the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is set
out in (Annexure "5"), forming part of this Report.
30. AUDITORS AND AUDITOR'S REPORT:
STATUTORY AUDITOR
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139 of the Act and rules framed
thereafter, M/s. SSSD & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm registration number: 020203C)
were appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of five consecutive
Financial Years from the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting held on 27.09.2022 till
the conclusion of Annual General
Meeting of the Company to be held in the year 2027.
There are no qualifications, reservations, adverse remarks, or
disclaimers in the statutory Auditor's Report on the financial statements of the Company
for the Financial Year 2023-24 and hence does not require any explanations or comments by
the Board.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR
M/s. Anand Kumar Sahu & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries,
Raipur was appointed to conduct the secretarial audit of the Company for the financial
year 2023-24, as required under Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made
thereunder. The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year 2023-24 forms part of the
Annual Report as (Annexure "6") to the Boards' report and there are no
qualification remarks made by the Secretarial Auditors in their report, hence no
explanation is required in this regard.
COST AUDITOR
Pursuant to the provision of Section 148 of the Companies Act,2013 read
with the Companies (Cost Record and Audit) Amendment Rules,2014 M/s Sanat Joshi &
Associates, Raipur, Cost Accountants were appointed as Cost Auditor of the Company for the
financial year 2023-24 and they had offered themselves for re-appointment for the
financial year 2024-25.
31. DETAILS IN RESPECT OF FRAUDS REPORTED BY AUDITORS UNDER SECTION 143
(12):
During the year under review, there were no frauds reportedby the
auditors to the Audit Committee or the Board under section
14 3(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
32. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS:
There are no significant or material orders passed by the regulators or
courts or t ribunals impacting the going concern status and Company's operations in
the future.
33. VIGIL MECHANISM:
Your Company believes in promoting a fair, transparent, ethical, and
professional work environment. The Board of Directors of the Company pursuant to the
provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, has framed "Whistle Blower Policy"
for Directors and employees of the Company for reporting the genuine concerns or
grievances or cases of actual or suspected, fraud or violation of the Company's code of
conduct and ethics policy. The Whistle Blower Policy of the Company is available on the
Company's website https://www.sbal.co.in/uploads/investor/9/9_2382.pdf
34. DETAILS OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS WITH REFERENCE TO THE
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
The Company has in place adequate internal & financial controls
with reference to financial statements. During h t e year, such controls were tested and
no reportable material weakness in the design or operations were observed.
35. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
The provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made
thereunder relatingt o Corporate Social Responsibility are not a pplicable to the Company.
36. GREEN INITIATIVES:
Your Company provides an e-voting facility to all its members to enable
them to cast their votes electronically on all resolutions set forth in the Notice. This
is pursuant to Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013, and Rule 20 of the Companies
(Management and Administration) Amendment Rules, 2015. The instructions for e-voting are
provided in the Notice.
37. CEO & CFO CERTIFICATION:
The MD and CFO have certified to the Board with regard to the financial
statements and other matters as required under regulation 17(8), read with Part B of
Schedule II to the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015.
38. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board accords their undying gratitude for the assistance, support,
and guidance provided by Banks, Customers, Suppliers, Regulatory & Government
Authorities, Business Associates, and all other Stakeholders. Your Directors also
appreciate and value the contribution and commitment of every employee toward your
Company's performance, growth, and sustainability. Your Directors look forward to your
continuing and valuable support.
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FOR AND ON
BEHALF OF THE BOARD |
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sd/- |
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NARENDRA GOEL |
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(CHAIRMAN) |
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DIN: 00115883 |
DATE: 13.08.2024 |
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PLACE: RAIPUR, (CG) |
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