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To the Members of Modern Insulators Limited
Your Directors are pleased to present the 40th Annual Report
on the business and operations of the Company together with the Audited Financial
Statements for the year ended 31st March, 2025.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
| Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
|
Year ended 31.03.2025 |
Year ended 31.03.2024 |
Year ended 31.03.2025 |
Year ended 31.03.2024 |
| Revenue from Operations |
503.25 |
443.29 |
503.27 |
443.30 |
| Other income |
13.82 |
11.83 |
13.58 |
11.43 |
| Total revenue |
517.07 |
455.12 |
516.85 |
454.73 |
| Profit before finance cost and depreciation |
51.04 |
47.11 |
50.91 |
46.69 |
| Finance cost |
4.15 |
3.41 |
4.29 |
3.41 |
| Depreciation |
8.52 |
8.62 |
8.73 |
8.62 |
| Profit before exceptional items and tax |
38.37 |
35.08 |
37.89 |
34.66 |
| Exceptional Items |
6.92 |
- |
6.92 |
- |
| Profit before tax |
45.29 |
35.08 |
44.81 |
34.66 |
| Tax expense (Current) |
7.63 |
- |
7.63 |
|
| Deferred Tax |
(1.56) |
(1.41) |
(1.40) |
(1.38) |
| Profit after tax |
39.22 |
36.49 |
38.58 |
36.04 |
| Other comprehensive income (Net of tax) |
(0.08) |
(0.04) |
(0.08) |
(0.04) |
| Total comprehensive income |
39.14 |
36.45 |
38.50 |
36.00 |
| Retained earnings at the beginning of the year |
337.78 |
301.33 |
335.70 |
299.56 |
| Retained earnings at the end of the year |
376.92 |
337.78 |
374.21 |
335.70 |
OPERATIONS
The Standalone revenue from operations for the year has been ? 503.25
crores as against ? 443.29 crores in previous year and net profit for the year stood at ?
39.14 crores as against ? 36.45 crores in previous year.
The consolidated revenue from operations for the year has been ? 503.27
crores as against ? 443.30 crores in previous year and net profit for the year stood at ?
38.50 crores as against ? 36.00 crores in previous year.
SHARE CAPITAL
The paid-up Equity Share Capital as at March 31, 2025 stood at Rs.
47.14 crore. There was no change in the paid-up share capital during the year under
review. The Company does not have any outstanding paid-up preference share capital as on
the date of this Report.
DIVIDEND AND RESERVES
Considering the business environment, ongoing investments in growth
initiatives and the need to conserve resources, the Board of Directors has, after due
deliberation, decided not to propose any dividend for the financial year under review.
The Company confirms that no dividend remains unpaid or unclaimed
requiring transfer to the IEPF. Further, no amount has been appropriated to the General
Reserve from the profits of the year.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS In accordance with the
Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, Listing Regulations
and Ind AS 110 - Consolidated Financial Statements (CFS)/and Ind AS 28 - Investment in
Joint Ventures, the Audited Consolidated Financial Statements forms an integral part of
this Annual Report.
Performance of Subsidiary/ Joint Venture Modern Composites Private
Limited
The Company has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary in the name of
Modern Composites Private Limited for manufacturing of Composite Insulators. The
subsidiary reported a loss of ? 93.77 lakhs during the financial year as against a loss of
? 1.90 lakhs in the previous year. The operations are at an initial stage and the Company
is focusing on developing
its market presence and stabilizing production.
Shriji Design - MIL (JV)
The company has entered into Joint Venture Agreement with Shriji
Designs to participate in railways EPC tender. The Joint Venture reported a profit of ?
31.92 lakhs during the year under review, as compared to a loss of? 36.09 lakhs in the
previous financial year, reflecting a significant improvement in its operational
performance.
SEC - MIL JV & Akhandlamani - MIL JV
The company has entered into Joint Venture Agreement with Sikka
Engineering Company and Akhandlamani. These Joint Ventures has not commenced any business
operations during the year under review. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Your Company has consistently applied the applicable accounting
policies during the year under review. The Management continuously evaluates all recently
issued or revised accounting standards to ensure appropriate implementation in the
financial reporting process.
The Company prepares and discloses its consolidated and standalone
financial results on a quarterly basis, which are subjected to a limited review by the
Statutory Auditors, and publishes the consolidated and standalone audited financial
results on an annual basis. There were no revisions made to the financial statements
during the year under review.
The Financial Statements of the Company have been prepared in
accordance with the applicable Indian Accounting Standards ("Ind AS") as
prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the relevant rules
issued thereunder. These financial statements form an integral part of this Report.
Further, pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with Rule 5 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a statement containing the salient
features of the financial statements of the Company's Subsidiaries, Associate Companies
and Joint Ventures in the prescribed Form AOC-1 is annexed to this Report and forms an
integral part thereof.
ALLOTMENT OF SHARES BY MODERN POLYTEX LIMITED (MPL) PURSUANT TO
DEMERGER OF YARN DIVISION OF THE COMPANY
Pursuant to the approved Scheme of Arrangement involving the demerger
of the Yarn Division of the Company into Modern Polytex Limited (MPL), the shareholders of
the Company are entitled to receive equity shares of MPL in accordance with the share
entitlement ratio approved under the Scheme.
In this regard, your Company had received the requisite approval from
BSE Limited for fixation of the record date for the purpose of determining the
shareholders entitled to such allotment. Both the Companies have been engaged in
completing the procedural and regulatory formalities connected with the allotment of
shares of MPL.
The Board is conscious of the delay in this matter and assures the
Members that the Company, together with MPL, is making all efforts to expedite the
completion of allotment and listing formalities at the earliest.
SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT FOR THE MERGER OF MODERN DENIM LIMITED INTO THE
COMPANY
Members would recall that the Board of Directors had earlier approved
the merger/amalgamation of Modern Denim Limited with the Company under the ambit of the
erstwhile Board for Industrial & Financial Reconstruction (BIFR). However, upon the
repeal of the Sick Industrial Companies (Special Provisions) Act, 1985 and consequent
dissolution of BIFR, the process was transitioned to the provisions of Sections 230-232 of
the Companies Act, 2013.
Pursuant to this, the Board of Directors approved a fresh Scheme of
Compromise, Arrangement and Amalgamation of Modern Denim Limited with the Company. The
Scheme has already been approved by the shareholders and creditors of the Company at their
respective meetings held on 23rd July 2022, thereby reflecting broad stakeholder support.
Subsequently, the Company filed the Second Motion Petition before the Hon'ble National
Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Jaipur Bench, for sanction of the Scheme. The Hon'ble NCLT,
vide its order dated 31st July 2023, directed the concerned statutory authorities and
stakeholders to file their observations/objections. In compliance with these directions,
the BSE,
the Regional Director, and the ROC-cum-Official Liquidator have
submitted their observations.
The matter is presently under active consideration of the Hon'ble NCLT,
Jaipur Bench, with the next hearing scheduled for 16th October 2025. While the process has
taken longer than initially anticipated, the Company continues to pursue the matter
diligently, and the Board remains confident of securing the necessary approval for
completing the merger in due course.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT Pursuant to
Regulation 34(2) of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015, a Management Discussion and Analysis Report
is given in Annexure -A.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) of Securities and Exchange Board of India
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015, (SEBI (LODR)
Regulations, 2015) a report on Corporate Governance along with a Certificate from the
Company Secretary in Practice towards compliance of the provisions of Corporate
Governance, forms an integral part of this Annual Report and are given in Annexure - B.
The Executive Director and the Chief Financial Officer have certified
to the Board with regard to financial statements and other matters as required under
Regulation 17(8) read with Schedule II to the SEBI (lOdR) Regulations, 2015.
SUBSIDIARY, ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES
As on March 31, 2025, your Company has one wholly-owned subsidiary
company and three joint venture firms. The company does not have any associate company.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, read
with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a report on the performance and financial
position of the subsidiary and joint venture Companies is provided, in the prescribed Form
AOC-1, in Annexure 'C'
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 136 of the Companies
Act, 2013, the audited financial statements along with other relevant documents, in
respect of the subsidiary, are available on the website of the Company, in the link https://www.moderninsulators.com/financial-information/.
The policy for determining material subsidiaries of the Company has
been provided in the following link: https://www.moderninsulators.com/policies.
PARTICULAR OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENT BY THE COMPANY
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013
and schedule V of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, disclosures on particulars relating to
loans, guarantees and investments are provided as part of the financial statements.
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to Section 134(3) (a) of the Act, the draft annual return as
on March 31, 2025 prepared in accordance with Section 92(3) of the Act is made available
on the website of the Company and can be assessed using the link https://www.moderninsulators.com/financial-information/.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
During the year under review, all contracts, arrangements, and
transactions entered into by the Company with Related Parties were in the ordinary course
of business and on an arm's length basis. There were no material transactions with any
Related Party, as defined under Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the
Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014.
In compliance with the requirements of the Act and the amendments to
the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
("Listing Regulations"), all Related Party Transactions were placed before the
Audit Committee for approval. Certain transactions, which were repetitive in nature, were
approved through the omnibus approval route and were reviewed on a quarterly basis by the
Audit Committee.
As all transactions with Related Parties during the year were on an
arm's length basis and not material in nature, disclosure in Form AOC-2 pursuant to
Section 134 of the Act is not applicable. The details of Related Party Transactions for
the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 are disclosed
in Note No. 38 to the Standalone Financial Statements forming part of
this Annual Report.
The Company has also formulated a comprehensive Policy on Related Party
Transactions, which lays down the framework for identification, review, approval, and
disclosure of transactions with Related Parties, thereby ensuring transparency and
compliance with applicable laws. The Policy is available on the Company's website at: https://www.moderninsulators.
com/ policies/.
DIRECTORS
Appointment/Re-appointment of Directors
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the
Articles of Association of the Company, Shri Shreyans Ranka, Whole-time director of your
Company, is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing AGM and, being eligible, has
offered himself for re-appointment. His appointment is placed for approval of the members
and forms part of the notice of the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The information about the Director seeking his reappointment as per
Secretarial Standards-2 has been given in the notice convening the ensuing 40th Annual
General Meeting.
Cessation of Directors
The Board regrets to inform that Shri P.K. Gokhroo (DIN: 06810797),
Executive Director of the Company, ceased to hold office with effect from 20th February,
2025 due to his sudden and untimely demise.
Shri Gokhroo had been associated with the Company for several years and
played a significant role in guiding its business operations with his rich experience,
vision, and leadership.
The Board of Directors, on behalf of the Company and all its
stakeholders, places on record its deep appreciation and gratitude for the invaluable
services rendered by Shri Gokhroo during his tenure. The Board also expresses its profound
sorrow at his demise and conveys its heartfelt condolences to the members of his family.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
In terms of the provisions of Sections 2(51) and 203 of the Companies
Act, 2013 ("the Act"), read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the following persons have been designated as Key
Managerial Personnel (KMP) of the Company:
Shri Sachin Ranka, Chairman & Managing Director
Shri Shreyans Ranka, Whole-Time Director
Shri P. Sridharan, Executive Director
Shri Animesh Banerjee, Executive Director
Shri Alok Jain, Chief Financial Officer
Ms. Harshita Hetawal, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
The Board affirms that the appointment, terms of employment, and remuneration of the
Directors and Key Managerial Personnel are in line with the Company's duly approved
Nomination and Remuneration Policy, which is formulated in accordance with the provisions
of the Act and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015.
DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
All Independent Directors of the Company have given declarations that
they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Act and
Regulation 16(1) (b) of the Listing Regulations. In the opinion of the Board, the
Independent Directors, fulfil the conditions of independence specified in Section 149(6)
of the Act and Regulation 16(1)
(b) of the Listing Regulations. The Independent Directors have also
confirmed that they have complied with the Company's Code of Business Conduct &
Ethics.
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs ('MCA') vide Notification No. G.S.R.
804(E) dated October 22, 2019 and effective from December 01, 2019 has introduced the
provision relating to inclusion of names of Independent Directors in the Data Bank
maintained by Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs ('IICA'). All Independent Directors of
your Company are registered with IICA.
In the opinion of the Board, independent directors possess the
requisite integrity, experience, expertise, proficiency and qualifications.
ANNUAL EVALUATION OF THE BOARD, ITS COMMITTEES AND INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORS
Your Company recognises that a structured process of performance
evaluation is essential to enhance the effectiveness of the Board and its Committees and
to strengthen individual Director engagement. In line with the provisions of the Companies
Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015, the Board of Directors undertook the annual evaluation of its own performance, that
of its Committees, the Chairman, Executive Director, Non-Executive Directors and
Independent Directors.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee (NRC) has established a
well-defined framework for this evaluation process. The methodology included circulation
of structured questionnaires covering key areas such as Board composition and diversity,
quality of discussions, decision-making processes, governance practices, contribution of
Directors, and the effectiveness of the Committees. Separate evaluation formats were used
for the Board, its Committees, the Chairman, and individual Directors.
A meeting of Independent Directors was held to evaluate the performance
of Non-Independent Directors, the Board as a whole and its Committees. At the same
meeting, the Independent Directors also assessed the performance of the Chairman of the
Company, after considering the views of the Executive and Non-Executive Directors. The
evaluation carried out by the Independent Directors was placed before the NRC and
subsequently discussed at the Board level.
The Board, after due consideration of the feedback received, expressed
its overall satisfaction with the performance of the Board, its Committees and individual
Directors. The evaluation reflected a high level of engagement, active participation, and
contribution by each Director, thereby reinforcing the Board's collective commitment to
the Company's strategic objectives and governance standards.
MEETING OF THE BOARD
During the year 2024-25, Eleven Board Meetings were held, on 30th May,
2024, 24th June, 2024, 24th July, 2024, 10th August 2024, 14th August 2024, 17th
September, 2024, 13th November, 2024,10th January, 2025, 13th February, 2025, 20th
February, 2025, 22nd March, 2025. Further details on the Board Meetings are provided in
the Corporate Governance Report, forming part of this Annual Report. The intervening gap
between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Act and the Listing
Regulations.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
The Board of Directors has the following Committees:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination & Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
The details of the Committees along with their composition, number of
meetings held, and attendance at the meetings are provided in the Corporate Governance
Report.
INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS' MEETING
The Independent Directors met on 13th February 2025, without the
attendance ofNon-Independent Directors and members of the management. The Independent
Directors reviewed the performance of Non-Independent Directors, the Committees and the
Board as a whole along with the performance of the Chairman of the Company, taking into
account the views of Executive Directors and Non-Executive Directors and assessed the
quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the management and the
Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably perform their duties.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Based on the framework of internal financial controls and compliance
systems established and maintained by the Company, work performed by the internal,
statutory, cost and secretarial auditors and external agencies including audit of internal
financial controls over financial reporting by the statutory auditors and the reviews
performed by the management and the relevant Board Committees, including the Audit
Committee, the Board is of the opinion that the Company's internal financial controls were
adequate and operating effectively during the financial year 2024-25.
To the best of knowledge and belief and according to the information
and explanations obtained by them, your Directors make the following statement in terms of
Section 134(3)(c) read with section 134 (5) of the Companies Act, 2013:
(a) in the preparation of the Annual Accounts for the year ended 31st
March, 2025, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper
explanation relating to material departures;
(b) they have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the end of the
financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
(c) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding
the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
(e) they have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by
the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating
effectively;
(f) they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the
provisions of all applicable laws and that such system was adequate and operating
effectively.
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS' REPORT Statutory Auditors
M/s R. B. Verma & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Jaipur (ICAI
Firm Registration No. 012650C), were appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company
for a period of five consecutive years at the 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the
Members held on 30th September, 2022, to hold office from the conclusion of the said AGM
until the conclusion of the 42nd AGM of the Company. Their remuneration is being
determined by the Board of Directors in consultation with the Statutory Auditors.
The Board has carefully reviewed the Auditors' Report for the financial
year under review. The observations and remarks made therein, read together with the
relevant notes to the financial statements, are self-explanatory and do not require any
further comments under Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Statutory Auditors have not reported any instance of fraud by the
Company or on the Company by its officers or employees under Section 143(12) of the
Companies Act, 2013.
Secretarial Auditor
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013
("the Act"), read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed M/s Anshika & Associates, Company
Secretaries, Jaipur as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the financial year
2024-25.
The Secretarial Audit Report issued by M/s Anshika & Associates,
Practicing Company Secretaries, for the financial year 2024-25 forms an integral part of
this Report and is annexed herewith as Annexure-D.
The observations made in the Secretarial Audit Report are
self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments under Section 134 of the Act.
The Company has also put in place appropriate systems and processes to ensure timely and
effective compliance with all applicable statutory requirements and to further strengthen
the governance framework.
Cost Auditors
In terms of Section 148 of the Act, the Company is required to maintain
cost records and have the audit of its cost records conducted by a Cost Accountant. Cost
records are prepared and maintained by the Company as required under Section 148(1) of the
Act.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the Act, read with the
Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time, the Board at
its meeting held on 28th May, 2025, has appointed M/s Rajesh & Company, Cost
Accountants, Jaipur (Firm Registration No. 000031), as the Cost Auditors to conduct the
audit of the cost records of the Company for the financial year 2024-25. As required under
the Companies Act, 2013 a resolution seeking Members approval for ratification of
remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors forms part of the Notice convening the Annual
General Meeting.
The Cost Audit Report for the financial year 2024-25 does not contain
any qualifications, reservations, adverse remarks, or disclaimers. The said report was
filed with the Central Government within the prescribed time. Internal Auditors
In accordance with the provisions of Section 138 of the Companies Act,
2013 ("the Act"), the Board of Directors has appointed M/s S. Garg & Co.,
Chartered Accountants, as the Internal Auditor of the Company.
The Internal Auditor independently reviews and evaluates the adequacy
and effectiveness of the Company's internal control systems, risk management practices,
and governance processes. The scope of the Internal Audit includes a comprehensive
examination of business operations, financial transactions, statutory compliances, and
adherence to policies and procedures, with the objective of strengthening operational
efficiency and safeguarding the Company's assets.
The Internal Audit Reports, along with significant observations,
findings, and recommendations, are placed before the Audit Committee on a quarterly basis.
The Audit Committee reviews these reports in detail and monitors the corrective actions
taken by the management in response to the audit observations. This structured process
ensures that appropriate risk-mitigation measures are implemented and that the internal
control framework of the Company remains robust and effective.
REMUNERATION AND NOMINATION POLICY The Board of Directors have
framed a policy which lays down a framework in relation to remuneration of Directors, Key
Managerial Personnel and Senior Management of the Company. The Policy broadly lays down
the guiding principles, philosophy and the basis for payment of remuneration to Executive
and Non-executive Directors (by way of sitting fees and commission), Key Managerial
Personnel, Senior Management and other employees. The policy also provides the criteria
for determining qualifications, positive attributes and Independence of Director and
criteria for appointment of Key Managerial Personnel/Senior Management and performance
evaluation which are considered by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board
of Directors while making selection of the candidates. The above policy has been posted on
the website of the Company at https://www.moderninsulators. com/policies/.
VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY Your Company has in
place a Vigil Mechanism / Whistle-Blower Policy in compliance with the provisions of
Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Meetings of
Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
This mechanism provides a secure and transparent framework for
Directors and employees to report concerns relating to unethical behaviour, actual or
suspected fraud, or violation of the Company's Code of Conduct. The policy ensures
adequate safeguards against victimisation of employees who report such concerns and also
provides for direct access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee in exceptional cases.
During the year under review, no employee or individual was denied
access to the Audit Committee under the Vigil Mechanism.
Further details of the Vigil Mechanism are provided in the Corporate
Governance Report, forming part of this Annual Report. The Vigil Mechanism /
Whistle-Blower Policy is also available on the Company's website at: https://www.moderninsulators.
com/policies/.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Your Company has adopted a comprehensive and structured approach to
risk management, recognising it as an integral part of business planning and
decision-making. The framework seeks to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate
potential risks that could impact the achievement of strategic and operational objectives.
The Risk Management Policy, approved by the Board, lays down the
guiding principles for risk identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and
reporting across various levels of the organisation. The policy aims to enhance
transparency, reduce the likelihood of adverse outcomes, and strengthen the Company's
ability to respond effectively to emerging challenges in a dynamic business environment.
The Board of Directors and the Audit Committee periodically review the
risk management framework, including the key risks and the mitigation measures adopted by
the management. This oversight ensures that risk exposures are kept within acceptable
levels and aligned with the Company's risk appetite.
During the year under review, no risks were identified that, in the
opinion of the Board, could threaten the going concern status or the Company's long-term
sustainability. However, certain industry and business-related risks, along with the
Company's strategies to mitigate them, have been discussed in detail in the Management
Discussion and Analysis Report, forming part of this Annual Report.
The Company's Risk Management Policy is available on its website at: https://www.moderninsulators.
com/policies/
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
Internal Financial Controls and Risk Management form an integral part
of the Company's overall governance and strategy framework. The Company continuously
reviews and strengthens its systems through revised standard operating procedures to
ensure effective risk mitigation and operational efficiency.
The Company's internal control system is commensurate with the size,
scale, and complexity of its operations. The internal and operational audit function,
entrusted to M/s S. Garg & Co., Chartered Accountants, focuses on evaluating the
adequacy of controls, identifying and assessing risks, reviewing business processes, and
benchmarking practices with industry standards.
The Audit Committee of the Board provides active oversight by
periodically reviewing the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk
management processes. The Company has a robust Management Information System (MIS), which
forms an integral part of the internal control mechanism, enabling timely monitoring of
key business risks and mitigation measures.
Significant audit observations, risk assessments, and management's
corrective actions are regularly presented to the Audit Committee, which, in turn,
suggests measures for further strengthening controls. To ensure independence and
objectivity, the Internal Audit function reports directly to the Chairman of the Audit
Committee.
The Audit Committee, Statutory Auditors, and senior management remain
continuously engaged in ensuring that the Company's internal financial control framework
remains effective, reliable, and aligned with best governance practices.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
Your Company continues to uphold its commitment towards inclusive
growth and sustainable development through well-structured CSR initiatives in line with
the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (CSR Policy)
Rules, 2014.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company spent ^52.86 lakh on CSR
activities, as approved by the CSR Committee and the Board of Directors from time to time.
The CSR initiatives were focused on the Company's identified thrust areas, namely:
Promoting education and healthcare to improve access and quality
of life in communities,
Women empowerment through initiatives aimed at skill development
and livelihood enhancement, and
Conservation of natural resources to promote sustainability and
environmental protection.
The Executive Director of the Company has certified that the CSR
expenditure for the year has been utilized fully, and in the manner approved by the Board.
In accordance with the statutory requirements, the Annual Report on CSR
activities, including a brief outline of the CSR Policy and details of the initiatives
undertaken, is annexed to this Report as Annexure-E and forms an integral part of it. The
Company's detailed CSR Policy is also available on its website at: https://www.moderninsulators.
com/policies/.
For details regarding the composition, meetings, and terms of reference
of the CSR Committee, kindly refer to the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of
this Annual Report.
Your Board firmly believes that CSR initiatives are not only a
statutory responsibility but also a reflection of the Company's ethos of giving back to
society and creating a meaningful impact on the communities it serves.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY
Your Company remains fully conscious of its responsibility towards
ensuring environmentally sustainable and safe operations. The Company's policy mandates
that all activities be carried out in a manner that not only ensures the health and safety
of employees, contractors, and all stakeholders, but also promotes compliance with
applicable environmental laws and regulations.
The Company places strong emphasis on energy efficiency, waste
management, reduction of emissions, and conservation of natural resources across its
operations. Regular training and awareness programs are conducted to instill a culture of
safety and environmental consciousness at all levels of the organization.
Periodic safety audits and risk assessments are undertaken to
strengthen preparedness, while continuous monitoring mechanisms are in place to ensure
adherence to statutory requirements and industry best practices.
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE In compliance with
the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and
Redressal) Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder, your Company has adopted a Policy on
Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace. The
policy aims to provide a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment and covers all
women employees of the Company, whether permanent, temporary, contractual, or trainees.
The policy is available on the Company's website at: https://www.moderninsulators.com/policies/.
An Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), duly constituted in line with the requirements
of the Act, has been entrusted with the responsibility of receiving and addressing
complaints, creating awareness, and ensuring strict implementation of the policy.
During the year under review, the Company has not received any
complaints relating to sexual harassment. The Board reaffirms the Company's strong
commitment to fostering a workplace culture built on dignity, equality, safety, and mutual
respect for all employees and associates.
PARTICULAR OF EMPLOYEES
The information required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with
Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014, is attached as Annexure-F. In accordance with the provisions of Section 197(12) of
the Act read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the names and other particulars of employees drawing
remuneration in excess of the limits, set out in the aforesaid rules, forms part of this
Report.
In line with the provisions of Section 136(1) of the Act, the Report
and Accounts, as set out therein, are being sent to all the Members of your Company,
excluding the aforesaid information about the employees. Any Member, who is interested in
obtaining these particulars about employees, may write to the Company Secretary at
compliance@moderninsulators. com.The aforesaid addendum is also available for inspection
by the members at the Registered Office of the Company from 21 days before the AGM till
the date of the ensuing AGM, during business hours on working days.
HUMAN RESOURCES AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS Your Company
acknowledges that its people are the cornerstone of its success. The commitment,
competence, and dedication demonstrated by employees across all functions continue to
drive business performance and growth. The Company strives to create a workplace culture
that fosters collaboration, innovation, and accountability, while ensuring alignment with
the organisation's vision and values.
In order to build capability and sustain long-term performance, the
Company places strong emphasis on learning and development. Periodic technical,
functional, and safety training programmes are conducted to enhance skills and ensure a
safe working environment. For senior management and leadership roles, performance is
assessed through a structured Key Result Area (KRA)-based appraisal system, ensuring
objectivity and transparency. The Human Resources function acts as a strategic partner,
enabling the business to respond effectively to changing industry dynamics. With the
Company's vision of scaling operations in the coming years, HR
initiatives are directed towards building an agile, future-ready, and engaged workforce.
Your Company is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talent by offering
meaningful career opportunities, a culture of continuous learning, and initiatives that
support employee well-being. This approach ensures not only sustained business growth but
also long-term organisational resilience.
STATUTORY INFORMATION AND OTHER DISCLOSURES
(a) The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption
and foreign exchange earnings and outgo pursuant to Section 134(3)(m) of the Act, read
with the Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is annexed as Annexure 'G' and
forms an integral part of this Report.
(b) The Company has not accepted any deposits, within the meaning of
Section 73 of the Act, read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 as
amended.
(c) No application has been made under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Code. The requirement to disclose the details of application made or any proceeding
pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016) during the year along
with their status as at the end of the financial year is not applicable.
(d) The requirement to disclose 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 along with the reasons thereof,
is not applicable.
(e) Company has taken appropriate insurance for all assets against
foreseeable perils.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS EFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF
THE COMPANY
Except as stated specifically in this Report, there have been no
material changes or commitments affecting the financial position of the Company that have
occurred between the close of the financial year and the date of this Report.
SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards
issued by the institute of Company Secretaries of India.
GENERAL
Your Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in
respect of the following items as there were no transactions on these items during the
year under review:
Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend,
voting or otherwise;
Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of
the Company under any Scheme;
No significant or material orders were passed by the Regulators
or Courts or Tribunals which impact the going concern status and the Company's operations
in the future.
APPRECIATION
Your Directors place on record their sincere appreciation for the
continued guidance, cooperation, and support received from the Company's bankers, business
partners, stakeholders, Central and State Governments, and regulatory authorities during
the year under review. Their trust and encouragement remain vital to the Company's growth
journey.
The Board also conveys its heartfelt appreciation to all employees of
the Company for their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment. Their
collective efforts, teamwork, and resilience have been instrumental in driving the
Company's performance and strengthening its foundation for future growth.
Your Directors look forward to the continued support of all
stakeholders as the Company pursues its vision of sustainable growth and value creation.
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For and on behalf of the Board of Directors |
| Place : Abu Road |
Sachin Ranka |
| Date : 14th August, 2025 |
Chairman & Managing Director |
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DIN: 00335534 |
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