gujarat raffia industries ltd Management discussions

a. Economic and Business Overview:

Despite the tumultuous global economic environment, the INR suffered in the wake of the crude price, and conditions exacerbated as recovery in some advanced economies caused faster investment outflows. Despite softer growth, the Indian economy remained one of the fastest growing and possibly the least affected by global turmoil. In fact, the effects of such external shocks were contained in part by our countrys strong macroeconomic fundamentals and responsive policy changes.

The Indian textiles industry is expected to reach US$ 240 billion by 2021. The Indian Textile Industry contributes approximately 2 per cent to Indias Gross Domestic Product (GDP), 10 per cent of manufacturing production and 14 per cent to overall Index of Industrial Production (IIP).

According to The IMF, "In India, growth is projected to pick up to 7.3% in 2019 (2019-20) and 7.5% in 2020, due to COVID-19 the growth rate is uncertain supported by the continued recovery of investment and robust consumption amid a more expansionary stance of monetary policy and some expected impetus from fiscal policy,

b. Industry Structure and Developments:

Indias textiles sector is one of the oldest industries in Indian economy dating back several centuries. Even today, textiles sector is one of the largest contributors to Indias exports. The textiles industry is also labour intensive and is one of the largest employers. The textile industry has two broad segments. First, the unorganized sector consists of handloom, handicrafts and sericulture, which are operated on a small scale and through traditional tools and methods. The second is the organized sector consisting of spinning, apparel and garments segment which apply modern machinery and techniques such as economies of scale.

The Indian textiles industry is extremely varied, with the hand-spun and hand-woven textiles sectors at one end of the spectrum, while the capital intensive sophisticated mills sector at the other end of the spectrum. The decentralized power looms/ hosiery and knitting sector form the largest component of the textiles sector. The close linkage of the textile industry to agriculture (for raw materials such as cotton) and the ancient culture and traditions of the country in terms of textiles make the Indian textiles sector unique in comparison to the industries of other countries. The Indian textile industry has the capacity to produce a wide variety of products suitable to different market segments, both within India and across the world.

c. Opportunities and Threats:

The HDPE/PP woven Sacks/ Bags industry as a whole will be benefited by relaxation of Jute Mandatory and Packaging order subject to which will be enable Food Corporation of India and other agencies to pack of food grains in HDPE/PP Bags. HDPE/ PP Bags sector is the biggest sector in India for packaging. The Company has successfully initiated its efforts for increasing exports and has set a target of exporting more than 40% of its production.

d. Segment wise Performance:

The Company is operating only in one segment. The turnover/performance of the Company has been disclosed in the Directors report under the Head "Review of Operations, sales and working results."

e. Recent Trend and Future Outlook:

In spite of economic slowdown, the company is quite positive of better results as the Company has sizable presence in fertilizer and agriculture sector. The opening up of food grains sector will enable the woven sacks industry to see better tsimes again. We had done expansion work of our plant it is completed at the end of this year so, our production capacity also increased. We are expecting growth in Domestic market for Tarpaulin, fabric and sacks also. f. Risks and Concerns:

The industry is plagued by intense competition due to major petrochemical manufacturers making available raw material abundantly. g. Internal Control Systems and their Adequacy:

The Company has adequate internal audit and control systems. Internal auditors comprising of Chartered Accountants have been entrusted the job to conduct regular internal audits at all units and report the lapses, if any, to the management. Both Internal auditors and Statutory auditors independently evaluate the adequacy of internal control system. Based on the audit observations and suggestions, follow up and remedial measures are being taken including review and increase in the scope of coverage, wherever necessary. The Audit Committee of Directors in its periodical meetings, review the adequacy of internal control systems and procedures and suggest areas of improvements.

The Company has undertaken a detailed exercise to revisit its control systems in technical and other non financial areas to align them properly with Management Information Systems (MIS) to make MIS more efficient and result oriented. Information technology base created by the Company over the period is providing a very useful helping hand in the process. Needless to mention that ensuring maintenance of proper accounting records, safeguarding assets against loss and misappropriation, compliance of applicable laws, rules and regulations and providing reasonable assurance against fraud and errors will continue to remain the central point of the entire control system.

h. Financial Performance with respect to Operational Performance:

The financial performance of the company for the year 2021-2022 is described in the Directors report under the head "Review of Operations, sales and working results."

i. Material Developments in Human Resources and Industrial Relations Front:

The Company has continued to give special attention to Human Resources/ Industrial relations development. Industrial relations remained cordial throughout the year and there was no incidence of strike, lock out etc.

j. Cautionary Statement:

Statement in this Management Discussion and Analysis Report, Describing the Companys objectives, estimated and expectations may constitute "Forwarding Looking Statements" within the meaning of applicable laws or regulations. Actual results might differ materially from those either expressed or implied.

	For and on behalf of the Board,
Date : 29th August, 2023	Gujarat Raffia Industries Limited
Place : Santej
	Sd/-
	Pradeep Bhutoria
	Chairman & Managing Director
	DIN:-00284808