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Creative Graphics Solutions India Ltd Directors Report

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To,

The Members of

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited

(Formerly known as Creative Graphics Solutions Pvt Ltd)

Your Directors take pleasure in presenting the 11th Annual Report together with the annual audited financial statements for the year ended March 31,2025.

1. Financial summary or highlights/Performance of the Company

The highlights of financial results on Standalone and Consolidated basis for the financial year ended on March 31, 2025 are as follows:

(INR in Lakhs)

Standalone Consolidated
FY 2025 FY 2024 FY 2025 FY 2024

Income from Business Operations

11,146 9,221 25,108 13,159

Other Income

405 331 541 389

Total Income

11,551 9,552 25,649 13,548

Less: Expenditure except Depreciation

9,377 7,814 22,350 11,641

Profit/Loss before Depreciation and Tax

2,174 1,738 3,299 1,907

Less: Depreciation

313 311 515 444

Profit/Loss before Tax

1,861 1,427 2,784 1,463

Less: Tax Expense

479 431 643 431

Add: Deferred Tax Asset

12 -57 37 -49

Less: Prior Period Taxes

27 0 28 0

Net Profit/Loss aftertax

1,342 1,053 2,077 1,081

Add: Other Comprehensive income

0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

Net Profit/Loss for the period

1,342 1,053 2,077 1,081

Earnings per share

Basic

6 12 9 13

Diluted

6 12 9 13

2. Result Of Operations

During the financial year under review, your Company demonstrated a strong and consistent performance, both on a standalone and consolidated basis, reflecting operational efficiency, market responsiveness, and strategic execution.

On a standalone basis, the total income for the year stood at INR 11,551 Lakhs, representing a significant increase from INR 9,552 Lakhs in the previous financial year. This growth underscores the Companys focused business development efforts and improved capacity utilization.

The Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the year increased to INR 1,861 Lakhs, as compared to INR 1,427 Lakhs in the previous year. The Profit After Tax (PAT) stood at INR 1,342 Lakhs, registering a rise from INR 1,053 Lakhs recorded in the last fiscal year.

The Earnings Per Share (EPS) of the Company is INR 6.00 per share, as compared to INR 12.00 per share in the previous financial year.

On a consolidated basis, the total income for the year was INR 25,649 Lakhs, compared to INR 13,548 Lakhs in the previous year, marking a robust year-on-year growth. The consolidated performance reflects the contributions from all subsidiaries and the strategic alignment across group companies.

The above results demonstrate the Companys strong financial foundation and its commitment to sustainable growth through operational excellence, innovation, and a customer-centric approach.

3. Indian Accounting Standards

As per the requirements of notification dated 16th February, 2015 issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Financial Statements of the Company for the Financial Year 2024- 2025 have been prepared as per Indian Accounting Standard (IND-AS) specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the Act), Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, and other relevant provisions of the Act.

4. Dividend

To conserve the resources for any future requirement, your directors do not recommend any dividend for the year ended 31st March, 2025.

5. Transfer To Reserves

For the financial year ended 31st March, 2025, the Company does not propose to carry any amount to General Reserve Account.

6. Capital Structure

On April 09, 2024, an Initial Public Offer (IPO) boosted the number of equity shares to

2.42.86.000. Each equity share has a face value of Rs. 10/-

As on 31st March, 2025, the Authorized Equity Share Capital of the Company stands at

25.00. 00.000/- divided into 2,50,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10A each.

Issued, Subscribed And Paid-up Share Capital

As on 31st March, 2025, the issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital of the Company stand at 24,28,60,000/- divided into 2,42,86,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each.

During the year under review as the Company has not issued any Shares with Differential Voting Rights, Stock Options, Sweat Equity, etc. The Company has not bought back any equity shares during the year 2024-2025.

7. Transfer Of Unclaimed Dividend To Investor Education And Protection Fund

Since there was no unpaid/unclaimed Dividend declared or paid by the Company, the provisions of Section 125 of the Companies Act, 2013 do not apply on the Company for the period under review.

8. Dematerialisation Of Equity Shares

As on 31 st March, 2025, all the equity shares of the Company are in dematerialized form with either of the Depositories viz. NSDL and CDSL. The ISIN No. allotted to the Company is INE0R7401 011.

9. Details Of Subsidiary / Joint Ventures / Associate Companies

The Company has two Wholly Owned Subsidiary Companies i.e. Wahren India Private Limited and Creative Graphics Premedia Private Limited within the meaning of Section 2(87) of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") and there are no associates or joint venture companies within the meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Act"). Pursuant to the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act, a statement containing the salient features of financial statements of the Companys subsidiary is mentioned in Form AOC-1 is marked as "Annexure-A" and form part of this report.

10. Change In The Nature Of Business

During the year under review, there is no change in the nature of business of Company.

11. Public Deposits

During the year under review, your Company has not accepted/renewed any public deposits under Section 73 of the Act read with Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and as such, no amount of principal or interest was outstanding as of the Balance Sheet date. There were no unclaimed deposits at the end of Financial Year i.e. 31st March, 2025.

12. Revision Of Financial Statement

There was no revision of the financial statements of the company, for the year under review.

13. Management Discussion & Analysis Report

Management Discussion and Analysis Report for the year under review, as stipulated under Regulation 34 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is presented in a separate section of this Board Report.

14. Directors And Key Managerial Personnel

Composition of the Board:

The Company, being a SME Listed Entity, has proper constitution of Board of Directors. As on 31st March, 2025, our Board comprised of 5 members, consisting of 2 Executive Directors (Promoters) including, 1 Non-Executive & Non- Independent Director and 2 Independent Directors and none of the directors are disqualified under Section 164 of the Companies Act, 2013.

The Independent Directors constitute 1 /3rd of the total Boards strength. 1 out of 5 members is a women Director. The Company complied with the requirement for a woman director on the Board of Directors as is stipulated under Section 149(1) of the Companies Act, 2013.

The following is the Board and Key Managerial Personnel Composition as on 31st March, 2025:

DIN

Name of Directors Designation Date of Appointment

03118826

Mr.

Deepanshu

Goel

Managing

Director

24.01.2014

06777690

Mrs. Sarika Goel Executive

Director

24.01.2014

10342805

Mr. Gaurav Arora Non- Executive Non-

Independent

Director

06.10.2023

08142779

Mr. Nikhil Rungta Independent

Director

16.10.2023

10342806

Mr. Puneet Sharma Independent

Director

16.10.2023
Mr. Sanjay sakalley Chief

Executive

Officer

28.09.2023
Mr. Pulkit Agrawal Chief Finance officer 24.05.2024
Mrs. Puja Arora Mehrotra Company

Secretary

06.03.2024

Change In Directors / Key Managerial Personnel During The Year

During the year, there was no change in the composition of the Board of Directors of the Company. However, Mr. Pulkit Agarwal, Key Managerial Personnel (KMP), was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Company with effect from May 24, 2024. Further, Mr. Hemant Upadhya has been redesignated from the position of CFO to Senior Finance Manager w.e.f May 24, 2024.

15. Retirement By Rotation

Pursuant to Section 149(13) of the Companies Act, 2013, the independent directors are not liable to retire by rotation. Further Section 152(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 stipulates that 2/3rd of the total number of directors of the public company should be liable to retire by rotation and out of such directors, 1 /3rd should retire by rotation at every Annual General Meeting of the company.

To meet the requirement of provisions of Section 152(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 Mr. Gaurav Arora (DIN: 10342805) Non- Executive Non-Independent Director will be retiring by rotation at the ensuing 11th Annual General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself for reappointment. The Board recommends his reappointment to the Board of Directors of the Company at the ensuing 11th Annual General Meeting.

A resolution seeking Shareholders approval for his re-appointment along with other required details forms part of the Notice.

16.Statement On Declaration Given By Independent Directors

All Independent Directors have given declarations under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 that they meet the criteria of Independence as laid down under section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made thereunder to be read with SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015. Further, in the opinion of the Board, the Independent Directors also possess the attributes of integrity, expertise and experience as required to be disclosed under Rule 8(5) (iiia), of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.

17.0pinion Of The Board With Regard To Integrity, Expertise And Experience (Including The

Proficiency) Of Independent

Directors:

The Board of Directors of our Company are of the opinion that the Independent Directors of the Company are persons of integrity and possess the relevant expertise, appropriate skills, experience and knowledge in one or more fields like accounts, finance, audit, information technology, general administration, business strategy, investment banking and Company Law.

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 150 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rules 6(1), 6(2) & 6(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, all the Independent Directors of the Company have registered their names in the Data Bank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Manesar ("MCA") and will comply with Rule 6(4) of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 regarding passing of online proficiency self- assessment test conducted by IICA within the prescribed time.

18. Familiarization Programme For

Independent Directors

Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 25(7) of Listing Regulations, 2015, the Board has framed a policy to familiarize Independent Directors about the Company. The same can be assessed at

https://creativearaphics.net.in/home/wp- content/loads/2024/03/7.-Policv-for- Familiarisation-Prociramme-for-Independent- Directors.pdf

19.Independent Directors Meeting

As per Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder read with Regulation 25 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Independent Directors of the Company shall hold at least one meeting in a year, without the attendance of Non- Independent Directors. At such meetings, the Independent Directors shall (i) review the performance of Non-Independent Directors and the Board as a whole, (ii) review the performance of Chairman of the Company after taking into account views of Executives and Non-Executive Directors and (iii) assess the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the Companys management and the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably perform their duties.

During the year under review, meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company was held on 29th March, 2025. All the Independent Directors were present at the said meeting.

20. Annual Return

The information reguired pursuant to the provisions of Section 134 (3) (a) and Section 92 (3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 12 of Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014. The Annual Return for the financial year ended on March 31st, 2025 will be available on the website of the Company after Conclusion of the AGM at below mentioned link:

(https://creativeciraphics.net.in/home/annual- return/ 1

21. Number Of Meetings Of The Board Of Directors

During the year 2024-2025, The Board of Directors duly met 7 (Seven) times in respect of which proper notices were given and the proceedings were properly recorded and signed in the Minutes Book maintained for the purpose. However, the Board has not passed any circular resolution.

The Board met 7 (Seven) times in the Financial Year 2024-2025 viz.05.04.2024, 05.04.2024,

24.05.2024, 28.08.2024, 04.10.2024,

08.11.2024 and 10.02.2025. The intervening gap between the meetings was within the period prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013, Secretarial Standards-1 issued by Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) on Meeting of the Board of Directors.

22. Number Of Meetings Of The Shareholders

a) Annual General Meeting: The 10th AGM of the Company was held on September 27,

2024 for the FY 2024-2025.

b) Postal Ballot during the financial year 2024-2025: During the year under review, the Board of Directors had sought approval of the Shareholders of the Company through Postal Ballot process pursuant to the provisions of Sections 108 & 110 of the Act read with Rule 20 & 22 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014 (as amended) and Regulation 44 of the Listing Regulations, w.r.t. Variation in the objects of the Initial Public Issue (IPO) as stated in the Prospectus of the Company dated April 5, 2024 and such resolution moved by the Company had been approved with reguisite majority by the members as on November 7, 2024. Detailed voting results along with scrutinizer report has already been uploaded on the website of the company at httpsV/creativegraphics. group/

23.Secretarial Standards

The Company is in with the applicable Secretarial Standards i.e. SS-1 and SS-2, relating to Meetings of the Board of Directors and General Meetings, respectively issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and approved by the Central Government under Section 118 (10) of the Act for the Financial Year ended 2024-2025.

24.Annual Secretarial Compliance Report

The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report, as reguired under Regulation 24A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Reguirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations") read with SEBI Circular No.: CIR/CFD/CMD1/27/2019 dated 8th February, 2019, is not applicable to our Company due to the exemption provided under Regulation 15(2) of SEBI Listing Regulations. The shares of the Company are listed on SME Emerge Platform of National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

25. Corporate Governance Report

The Corporate Governance Report, as required under Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations”) is not applicable to our Company due to the exemption provided under Regulation 15(2) of SEBI Listing Regulations. The shares of the Company are listed on SME Emerge Platform of National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

26. Audit Committee

The Audit Committee of the Company is constituted inline with the provisions of section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Regulation 18 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015.

Composition of Audit Committee as on 31st March, 2025 as follows:

Name of the Director

Position held in the Committee Category of Director

Mr. Nikhil Rungta

Chairperson independent Director

Mr. Puneet Sharma

Member independent Director

Mrs. Sarika Goel

Member Executive Director

Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee

Meetings of Audit Committee

During the financial year ended 31st March, 2025, the Audit Committee met Five (05) times i.e. on 24.05.2024, 20.07.2024, 04.10.2024,

08.11.2024 and 10.02.2025. The maximum gap between two meetings was not more than 120 days. The requisite quorum was present at all the Meetings.

27.Nomination & Remuneration

Committee

The Nomination & Remuneration Committee of the Company is constituted in line with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Regulation 19 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation &Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015.

The Composition of Nomination and

Remuneration Committee as on 31st March, 2025 as follows:

Name of the Director

Position held in the Committee Category of Director

Mr. Puneet Sharma

Chairperson Independent Director

Mr. Nikhil Rungta

Member Independent Director

Mr. Gaurav Arora

Member Non-Executive

Director

Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.

Meetings of Nomination and Remuneration Committee

During the financial year ended 31st March, 2025, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee met two (02) times i.e. on

24.05.2024 and 28.08.2024. The maximum gap between two meetings was not more than 120 days. The requisite quorum was present at all the Meetings.

28.Stakeholders Relationship

Committee

The Stakeholders Relationship Committee of the Company is constituted in line with the provisions of section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Regulation 20 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015.

The Composition of Stakeholders Relationship Committee as on 31st March, 2025 as follows:

Name of the Director

Position held in the Committee Category of Director

Mr. Puneet Sharma

Chairperson independent Director

Mr. Nikhil Rungta

Member independent Director

Mr. Gaurav Arora

Member Non-Executive

Director

Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of the Company acts as Secretary to the Committee.

Meetings of Stakeholders Relationship Committee

During the financial year ended 31st March, 2025, the Stakeholders Relationship Committee met four (04) times i.e. on

24.05.2024, 20.07.2024, 08.11.2024 and

10.02.2025. The maximum gap between two meetings was not more than 120 days. The reguisite guorurn was present at all the Meetings.

29. Vigil Mechanism

The Vigil Mechanism is part of Audit Committee of the Company, which is constituted in line with the provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Regulation 18 & 22 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015.

30. Board Annual Evaluation

The provisions of Section 134(3)(p) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 mandate that a Formal Annual Evaluation is to be made by the Board of its own performance and that of its Committee and individual Directors. Schedule IV of the Companies Act, 2013 states that performance evaluation of the Independent Director shall be done by Directors excluding the Director being evaluated.

The Board carried out a formal annual performance evaluation as per the criteria/ framework laid down by the Nomination & Remuneration Committee of the company and adopted by the Board. The evaluation was carried out through a structured evaluation process to judge the performance of individual Directors including the Chairperson of the Board. They were evaluated on parameters such as their education, knowledge, experience, expertise, skills, behavior, leadership qualities, level of engagement & contribution, independence of judgment, decision making ability for safeguarding the interest of the Company, stakeholders and its shareholders.

The performance evaluation of the Independent Directors was carried out by the entire Board except the participation of concerned Independent Director whose evaluation was to be done. The performance evaluation of the Chairperson and the Non-Independent Directors was carried out by the Independent Directors. The Board was satisfied with the evaluation process and approved the evaluation results thereof.

31 .Statutory Auditor

The term of the statutory auditor, M/s. Yogesh Kansal & Company, Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 507135C), completed their second term of five consecutive years as the Statutory Auditors of the company at the conclusion of 11thAGM of the Company to be held for financial year ending March 2025. However, they have finalized and signed the financial statements for the year ended 31st March 2025.

Further, M/s RCA AND CO. LLP Chartered Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 011602N/N500350), recommended by Board and audit committee and subject to the approval of members in the ensuring AGM for a term of five consecutive years.

This appointment will be effective from the conclusion of the 11th Annual General Meeting and will continue until the conclusion of the 16th Annual General Meeting of the

Company, which is scheduled to be held in the financial year ending 31 st March 2030.

The Statutory Auditors have confirmed their eligibility and gualifications reguired under Sections 139, 141 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder (including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment(s) thereof for the time being in force).

32. Explanation Or Comments By The Board On Every Qualification Or Adverse Remark By Auditors In Audit Report

The Auditors Report for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025 does not contain any gualification, reservations or adverse remark. As regards the comments made in the Auditors Report, the Board is of the opinion that they are self-explanatory and does not reguire further clarification.

33.Secretarial Auditor

Pursuant to the provision of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rule, 2014, the Company has appointed M/s. L R & Associates, Company Secretaries to undertake Secretarial Audit of the Company for the Financial Year 2024-2025. The Secretarial Audit was conducted by Ms. CS Riya Luthra, Company Secretary, and the report thereon is annexed herewith as "Annexure-B and form part of this report."

34.Internal Audit & Controls

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, On 28th May, 2025 the Board of Directors of the Company has appointed M/s. Gupta Sudhir Kumar & Co. Chartered Accountant as the Internal Auditors of the Company for the financial year 2025- 2026.

During the year, the Company implemented their suggestions and recommendations to improve the control environment. Their scope of work includes review of processes for safeguarding the assets of the Company, review of operational efficiency, effectiveness of systems and processes, and assessing the internal control strengths in all areas.

35. Cost Auditor

Your directors hereby inform you that the Company does not fall under the criteria as specified under Section 148 (1) of Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Cost Record and Audit) Rules, 2018 for maintenance of cost accounts. Therefore, the Company is not reguired to maintain the cost records in respect of its products/service. Therefore, no requirement of Appointment of Cost Auditor arises.

36. Reporting Of Frauds

There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which required the Statutory Auditors, Secretarial auditor or Internal auditor to report to the Audit Committee and / or Board under Section 143 (12) of the Act and Rules framed thereunder.

37. Particular Of Loans, Guarantees Or Investments Under Section 186 Of The Companies Act, 2013

Details of Loans, Guarantees and Investments covered under the provisions of Section 186 of the Act are given in the notes to Financial Statements forming part of the Annual Report.

38. Particular Of Contracts Or Arrangements With Related Parties

Disclosures for the related party transactions as per the Section 188 Companies Act, 2013 and relevant provisions and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 during the financial year ended March 31, 2025 isnt required, being no material related party transactions. Suitable disclosure as required by the Indian Accounting Standards has been made in the notes to the Financial Statements.

During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has not entered into any contracts/arrangements/transactions with related parties which could be considered material in accordance with the Companys Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions. All the transactions made on arms length basis are being reported in Form No.AOC-2 in terms of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is annexed as "Annexure-C" and form part of this report.

39. Policy For Determining Material Subsidiary

The Company has a Policy for determining Material Subsidiary in line with the requirements of Regulations 16(1 )(c) and 24 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,2015. The said policy is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at https://creativegraphics . group/

40.Details Of Material Changes And Commitments Affecting The Financial Position Of The Company Which Have Occurred Between The End Of The Financial Year Of The Company To Which The Financial Statements Relate And The Date Of The Report, If Any

No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company occurred between the end of financial year to which this financial statement relates and the date of this Report.

41.Significant And Material Orders Passed By Regulators Or Courts Or Tribunals Impacting The Going Concern Status And Companys Operations In Future

To the best of the Managements knowledge, there has been no material order passed by any regulator or Court or Tribunal impacting the Going Concern status of the Companys operations.

42. 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

During the year under review, there has been no one time settlement of loan taken from Bank & Financial Institution.

43.Conservation Of Energy, Technology Absorption & Foreign Exchange Earnings And Out-go

The requisite information with regard to conservation of energy, technology absorption, and foreign exchange earnings and outgo, in terms of Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is given below:

Conservation of energy

1. the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy

We have undertaken several measures to conserve energy, including adopting energy-efficient technologies and optimizing production processes to reduce our carbon footprint. Investments in UV LED lighting and automation have significantly improved energy efficiency across our facilities. As part of the flexographic printing industry, which supports sustainability, we use technology that allows printing on recyclable mono-layer substrates. Additionally, aligned with circular economy principles, we recycle 80% of solvents and treat chemicals in-house, minimizing waste and environmental impact.

^ the steps taken by the company for utilizing alternate sources of energy

The company is actively exploring alternative energy sources to improve energy efficiency and reduce dependence on conventional power. This includes conducting feasibility studies for solar installations, evaluating renewable energy options, and considering third-party qreen enerqy procurement.

0 the capital investment on energy conservation equipment

The company has allocated capital for the installation of energy- efficient equipment, including new air conditioners and HVAC systems. We are also evaluating further investments in advanced lighting systems and planning energy audits to identify additional opportunities for energy conservation. Additionally, funds are being considered for renewable energy installations and green energy procurement.

 

Technology absorption

1. the efforts made towards technology absorption

The company has taken steps to enhance technology absorption by introducing Shine LED lamp kits to improve energy efficiency. The Automation Engine has been introduced to streamline and automate flexographic prepress workflows, enhancing productivity and consistency. Additionally, SAP has been rolled out in our subsidiary to streamline operations and strengthen data management. We continue to evaluate and adopt modern technologies that support operational excellence and sustainability.

the benefits derived like product improvement, cost 2. reduction, product development or import substitution

The company has derived multiple benefits through its initiatives, including improved product consistency and higher throughput. Energy-efficient upgrades have led to significant energy savings and reduced use of replacement parts and consumables. Retrofitting into existing machines has optimized costs, while automated quality checks have minimized errors. Additionally, manpower utilization has improved, and printing and cutting processes have been optimized for better efficiency and output.

in case of imported technology (imported during the 3. last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year)

The company has been consistently expanding its integration of high- quality imported technologies, adding a new machine or product almost every year. Recently, the Kodak Flexcel NX Wide 5080 System was imported to strengthen our flexographic capabilities. This advanced system supports high-quality printing, enhances production efficiency, and aligns with our focus on innovation and performance improvement.

4.

the details of technology imported

The imported technology offers a 10% increase in production capacity and the ability to handle larger plate sizes, enabling greater operational flexibility. It also reduces material wastage and consumes 20% less power compared to previous-generation technology, contributing to both cost savings and sustainability.

5.

the year of import

2024

6.

whether the technology been fully absorbed

Yes

7.

if not fully absorbed, areas where absorption has not taken place, and the reasons thereof; and

NA

8.

the expenditure incurred on Research and Development

The company continues to invest in research and development to drive innovation in energy conservation and technology absorption.

 

Foreign exchange earnings and Outgo

1.

The Foreign Exchange earned in terms of actual inflows during the year 99,462 USD

2.

The Foreign Exchange outgo during the year in terms of actual outflows 4,00,180 USD

44. Risk Management

The provisions of SEBI Regulations for formation of Risk Management Committee are not applicable to the Company. However, as per section 134 (3) (n) of Companies Act 2013, the company regularly maintains a proper check in normal course of its business regarding risk management. Currently, the company does not identify any element of risk which may threaten the existence of the company

45. Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives

The Company has framed a Policy on Corporate Social Responsibility pursuant to Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 and can be accessed at https://creativegraphics.group/

The Annual Report on Companys CSR activities of the Company as per the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 is annexed as "Annexure-D" and forms part of this report.

46.Vigil Mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy

The Vigil Mechanism Policy of the Company is constituted in line with the provisions of section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Regulation 22 of the SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation, 2015. The Company promotes ethical behavior in all its business activities. Towards this, the Company has adopted a Policy on Vigil Mechanism and whistle blower policy. Protected disclosures can be made by a whistle blower through an e- mail or a letter to the Compliance Officer or the Senior HR Manager orto the Chairperson of the Audit Committee.

The Audit Committee also reviews complaints/issues (if any) raised through Vigil Mechanism or by any Whistle blower on a quarterly basis. The whistle blower policy is uploaded on the website of the Company and can be accessed at

httpsy/creativeciraphics. group/

During the year under review, no protected disclosure concerning any reportable matter in accordance with the Vigil Mechanism and Whistle Blower Policy of the Company was received by the Company.

47. Prevention Of Sexual Harassment At Workplace

The Company has complied with the provision relating to the constitution of Internal Committee under POSH, 2013. In the Board Meeting held on 28th December, 2024 the Company had reconstituted the Internal Committee.

During the year under review, no complaint pertaining to sexual harassment at work place has been received by the Company.

48. Compliance With The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961

The Company has complied with the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, including all applicable amendments and rules framed thereunder. The Company is committed to ensuring a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace for women employees. All eligible women employees are provided with maternity benefits as prescribed under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, including paid maternity leave, nursing breaks, and protection from dismissal during maternity leave.

The Company also ensures that no discrimination is made in recruitment or service conditions on the grounds of maternity. Necessary internal systems and HR policies are in place to uphold the spirit and letter of the legislation.

49. Gender-wise Composition Of Employees

In alignment with the principles of diversity, eguity, and inclusion (DEI), the Company discloses below the gender composition of its workforce as on the March 31, 2025.

Male Employees: 374 employees Female Employees: 45 employees Transgender Employees: NIL

This disclosure reinforces the Companys efforts to promote an inclusive workplace culture and egual opportunity for all individuals, regardless of gender.

50. Dividend Distribution Policy

The requirements of formulation of Dividend Distribution Policy as mentioned under Regulation 43A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is not applicable to our Company as our Company does not fall under top 1000 listed Companies based on market capitalization as of 31st March, 2025.

51. Business Responsibility And Sustainability Report:

The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report, as per Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, is not applicable to our Company as our Company does not fall under top 1000 listed Companies on the basis of market capitalization as of 31st March, 2025.

52.Internal Control Systems And Their Adequacy

The Company has a robust and comprehensive Internal Financial Control system commensurate with the size, scale and complexity of its operation. The system encompasses the major processes to ensure reliability of financial reporting, compliance with policies, procedures, laws, and regulations, safeguarding of assets and economical and efficient use of resources.

The Company has performed an evaluation and made an assessment of the adequacy and the effectiveness of the Companys Internal Financial Control System. The Statutory Auditors of the Company have also reviewed the Internal Financial Control system implemented by the Company on the financial reporting and in their opinion, the Company has, in all material respects, adequate Internal Financial Control system over Financial Reporting and such Controls over Financial Reporting were operating effectively as on 31st March, 2025 based on the internal control over financial reporting criteria established by the Company.

The policies and procedures adopted by the Company ensures the orderly and efficient conduct of its business and adherence to the companys policies, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, accuracy & completeness of the records and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.

The Internal auditors continuously monitor the efficacy of internal controls with the objective of providing to the Audit Committee and the Board, an independent, objective and reasonable assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the organisations risk management with regard to the internal control framework.

Audit committee meets regularly to review reports submitted by the Internal Auditors. The Audit Committee also meet the Companys Statutory Auditors to ascertain their views on the financial statements, including the financial reporting system and compliance to accounting policies and procedures followed by the Company.

53. Personnel Relations

Your Directors hereby place on record their appreciation for the services rendered by executives, staff and other workers of the Company for their hard work, dedication and commitment.

During the year under review, relations between the Employees and the Management continued to remain cordial.

54. Particulars Of Employees

The Particulars of remuneration of Employees during the year 2023-24 pursuant to the provisions of Section 197 of Companies Act,2013 read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is disclosed as an "Annexure-E" and forms part of this Report.

Disclosure as per Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 Disclosure of Top Ten Employees in terms of remuneration drawn and the name of every employee is given in “Annexure-F" and forms part of this Report.

The remuneration paid to all Key Managerial Personnel was in accordance with the remuneration policy as adopted by the company.

55. Remuneration Policy Of Directors And Key Managerial Personnel

The Board on the recommendation of Nomination &Remuneration Committee framed a policy for selection and appointment of Directors, Senior Management Personnel and fixation of their remuneration thereof. The Policy contains, inter-alia, directors appointment and remuneration including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a Director, etc. The same can be accessed at https://creativegraphics . group/

56. Annual Listing Fees / Charges

The shares of the Company are presently listed at NSE Emerge. All statutory dues including Annual Listing Fees for the Financial Year 2025- 2026 has been paid by the Company.

57. Code Of Conduct As Per SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015

The Board of Directors has framed a Code of Conduct for all Board Members and Senior Management Personnel as per Regulation 17(5) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015. Additionally, all Independent Directors of the company shall be bound by duties of Independent Directors as set out in Companies Act, 2013 to be read with SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015.

58. Code Of Conduct As Per SEBI (Prevention Of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015

The Board of Directors has laid down the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosures of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information as per Regulation 8(1) of SEBI (Prevention of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 & Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor and Report trading by the Designated Persons as per Regulation 9(1) of SEBI (Prevention of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.

All Board Members, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with the Code of Conduct.

59. Disclosure Of Credit Rating

Disclosure of Credit Rating is not applicable on the company during the year 2024-2025.

60. Scores

SEBI processes investor complaints in a centralized web-based complaints redressal system i.e. SCORES. Through this system a shareholder can lodge complaint against a company for his grievance. The company uploads the action taken on the complaint which can be viewed by the shareholder. The company and shareholder can seek and provide Clarifications online through SEBI.

61.Investor Grievance Redressal

During the financial year 2024-2025, there were no complaints received from the investors. The designated email id for Investor complaints is cs@creativegraphics.net . in.

62. Disclosure Of Statement Of Deviation(s) Or Variation(s) Under Regulation 32 Of SEBI (Listing Obligations And Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015

The Company raised funds through an Initial Public Offer (IPO) on April 9, 2024, with the equity shares listed on the NSE EMERGE Platform of the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. The proceeds from the aforesaid issue are being utilized for the purposes for which they were raised, in accordance with the terms of the issue.

The objects of the issue and the utilization of the net proceeds are as follows:

fINR in Lakhs)

S.No

Particulars of Object Proposed Utilization of Proceeds as per Prospectus Amount Actually Utilized by the Company Balance Amount Available for Utilization

1

To meet out the working capital requirements of our company "Creative graphics”; 1,500.00 500.00 1,000.00

2

Repayment/prepayment, in part or full, of certain of our borrowings; 1,100.00 1,079.86 20.14

3

To meet out the capital expenditure of our company "Creative graphics”; 1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00

4

To meet out the inorganic growth through unidentified acquisition for company; 500.00 0.00 500.00

5

General Corporate Expenses 860.35 849.27 11.08

6

Fund utilized for meetinq IPO Expenses 479.65 479.65 0.00
Total 5,440.00 2,908.78 2,531.22

However, the Board of Directors proposes to deploy the unutilized amount for the working capital requirements of a wholly owned subsidiary, Wahren India, which is growing at a much higher rate compared to the holding company. The company proposes to deploy the remaining net proceeds as follows:

(INR in Lakhs)

Particular

Amount to funded from

Estimated Deployment

Net Proceeds FY 2025 FY 2026

To meet out the working capital requirements of our company "Wahren”

2,531.22 2,531.22 0.00

Further, the Board of Directors sought the approval of the shareholders of the Company through a Postal Ballot process. The notice, dated October 4, 2024, proposed the following resolution:

• Variation in the objects of the Initial Public Offer (IPO) as stated in the Prospectus of the Company dated April 5, 2024.

The resolution was passed with the requisite majority by the shareholders as on November 7, 2024.

63.Directors Responsibility

Statement

In terms of Section 134(5) of the Companies

Act 2013, the Directors, would like to state as

follows:

a) In the preparation of the Annual Accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;

b) the Directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments & estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true & fair view of the state of affairs of the company at the end of the financial year and of the profit & loss of the Company for that period;

c) The Directors had taken proper & 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 & detecting fraud & other irregularities;

d) The Directors had prepared the Annual Accounts on a going concern basis;

e) The Directors had laid down Internal Financial Controls to be followed by the Company and such controls are adequate and are operating effectively;

f) 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.

64. General

The Board of Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following matters as there were no transactions or applicability pertaining to these matters during the year under review:

a) Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise.

b) Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares and Employees Stock Options Schemes) to employees of the Company under any scheme.

c) Fraud reported by the Auditors to the Audit Committee or the Board of Directors of the Company.

d) Scheme of provision of money for the purchase of its own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees.

e) Payment of remuneration or commission from any of its holding or subsidiary companies to the Managing Director of the Company.

65. Green Initiatives

In commitment to keeping in line with the Green Initiative and going beyond it to create new green initiations, an electronic copy of the Notice of the 11th Annual General Meeting of the Company along with a copy of the Annual Report is being sent to all Members whose email addresses are registered with the Company/ Depository Participant(s) and will is also available at the Companys website at httpsV/creativeoraphics. group/

66. Acknowledgement

It is our strong belief that caring for our business constituents has ensured our success in the past and will do so in future. The Board acknowledges with gratitude the co-operation and assistance provided to the company by its bankers, financial institutions, and government as well as non-government agencies. The Board wishes to place on record its appreciation to the contribution made by employees of the company during the year under review.

The Company has achieved impressive growth through the competence, hard work, solidarity, cooperation and support of employees at all levels. Your directors give their sincere gratitude to the customers, clients, vendors and other business associates for their continued support in the Companys growth.

The Board also takes this opportunity to express its deep gratitude for the continued co-operation and support received from its valued shareholders.

Annexure - A

Form AOC - 1

(Pursuant to first proviso to sub-section (3) of section 129 read with rule 5 of Companies (Accounts)

Rules, 2014)

Part “A": Subsidiaries

(Information in respect of each subsidiary to be presented with amounts in Lakhs)

Particulars

Details

s.

No.

Name of the subsidiary Wahren India Private Limited Creative Graphics Premedia Private Limited

1.

Reporting period for the subsidiary concerned, if different from the holding companys reporting period Nil Nil

2.

Reporting currency and Exchange rate as on the last date of the relevant financial year in the case of foreign subsidiaries Nil Nil

3.

Share capital 1 1

4.

Reserves & surplus 701 23

5.

Total assets 11,592 86

6.

Total Liabilities 11,592 86

7.

investments NIL NIL

8.

Turnover 14,896 193

9.

Profit before taxation 915 7

10.

Provision for taxation 187 2

11.

Profit after taxation 729 5

12.

Proposed Dividend NIL NIL

13.

% Of shareholding 100% 100%

14.

Names of subsidiaries which are yet to commence operations NIL NIL

15.

Names of subsidiaries which have been liquidated or sold during the year NIL NIL
Names of subsidiaries which are yet to commence operations NIL NIL
Names of subsidiaries which have been liquidated or sold during the year NIL NIL

Part “B": Associates and Joint Ventures

Statement pursuant to Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 related to Associate Companies and Joint

ventures

S.No.

Name of Associates/Joint Venture Details

1.

Latest audited Balance Sheet Date NIL

2.

Shares of Associate/Joint Venture held by the company on the year end NIL

3.

Amount of Investment in Associate/Joint Venture NIL

4.

Extend of Holding% NIL

5.

Description of how there is significant influence NIL

6.

Reason why the associate/joint venture is not consolidated NIL

7.

Net worth attributable to shareholding as per latest audited Balance Sheet NIL

8.

Profit/Loss for the year NIL

9.

Considered in Consolidation NIL

10.

Not Considered in Consolidation NIL
Names of Associate Companies/Joint Ventures which are yet to commence operations NIL
Names of Associate Companies/Joint Ventures which have been liquidated or sold during the year NIL

Form MR - 3

Secretarial Audit Report For The Financial Year Ended 31st March, 2025

[Pursuant to section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014]

To

The Members

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited

(formerly known as Creative Graphics Solutions India Private Limited)

Regd Address: 3F-305,3rd Floor, SSG East Plaza, Plot No. 1 & 2,

Mamrarn Complex, Mayur Vihar Phase-Ill, Near SFS Flats, Pocket-C, East Delhi, Delhi, India, 1 10096

We have conducted the secretarial audit of the compliance of applicable statutory provisions and the adherence to good corporate practices by Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited (hereinafter called the Company) for the financial year ended March 31, 2025. The Secretarial Audit was conducted in a manner that provided us a reasonable basis for evaluating the corporate conducts/ statutory compliances and expressing our opinion thereon.

Based on our verification of the Companys 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 March 31, 2025, 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 March 31, 2025, according to the provisions of the following, as amended from time to time, and to the extent applicable:

i. The Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) and the rules made thereunder;

ii. The Securities Contracts (Regulation) Act, 1956 (SCRA) and the rules made thereunder to the extent of its applicability to the Company;

iii. The Depositories Act, 1996 and the Regulations and Bye-laws framed thereunder.

iv. Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and regulations made thereunder to the extent of Foreign Direct Investment, Overseas Direct Investment and External Commercial Borrowings. [Not Applicable to the Company during the period 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 Acguisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 including the provisions with regard to disclosures and maintenance of records reguired under the said Regulations.

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.

d. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue and Listing of Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, 2021. [Not Applicable to the Company during the Audit period under review];

e. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. [Not Applicable to the Company during the Audit period under review];

f. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Registrars to an Issue and Share Transfer Agents) Regulations, 1993 regarding the Companies Act, 2013 and dealing with client to the extent of the securities issued.

g. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity Shares) Regulations, 2021 [Not Applicable to the Company during the Audit period under review]; and

h. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Buyback of Securities) Regulations, 2018. [Not Applicable to the Company during the Audit period under review];

i. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

vi. Other laws applicable specifically to the Company namely:

a. Labour and Social Security Laws - such as Employees State Insurance Act, 1948; Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972; Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970; Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, The Equal Remuneration Act 1976; Employees Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.

b. IT Related Laws - Information Technology Act, 2000.

c. Miscellaneous Laws - Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

We have also examined compliance with the applicable clauses of Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India w.r.t. Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS - 1) and General Meeting (SS - 2).

During the period under review the Company has complied with the provisions of the Act, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines, Standards, etc. mentioned above. However, as per section 96 (2) of the Companies Act, 2013 the Annual General Meeting of the company is required to be held at a place that falls within the city, town or village in which the registered office of the company is situated. The 10th Annual General Meeting of the company was held at Noida.

We further report that during the Audit period:

• The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted with proper balance of Executive Directors, Non-Executive Directors. The changes in the composition of the Key Managerial Personnel that took place during the period under review, were carried out in compliance with the provisions of the Act. Further, there was no changes in the composition of Board of Directors of the Company during the period under review.

• In compliance with applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder and Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, adequate notices were given to all directors to schedule the Board/ Committee Meetings, and the agenda and detailed notes on agenda were sent, in compliance with the provisions of the Act read with Secretarial Standard-1.

• 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 of the Board and Committees were carried with requisite majority.

• As per the records, the Company has duly filed all the returns, documents and resolutions, forms, as were required to be filed with the Registrar of Companies and other authorities and all the formalities relating to the same are in compliance with the Act.

We have not examined Compliance with respect to applicable financial laws, like direct and indirect tax laws, since the same have been subject to review by statutory financial audit and other designated professionals.

We 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 applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. The Company has introduced compliance alert system for applicability of all applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.

We further report that, the equity shares of the Company have been listed on the SME Platform of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) with effect from April 09, 2024, pursuant to the requisite approvals obtained and in compliance with the applicable provisions of law and all necessary formalities relating to the said listing were duly complied with.

Annexure - A

To

The Members

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited

(formerly known as Creative Graphics Solutions India Private Limited)

3F-305, 3rd Floor, SSG East Plaza, Plot No. 1 & 2,

Mamrarn Complex, Mayur Vihar Phase-Ill, Near

SFS Flats, Pocket-C, East Delhi, Delhi, India, 110096

Our report of even date is to be read along with this letter.

1. Maintenance of secretarial record 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 my opinion.

3. We have not verified the correctness and appropriateness of financial records and Books of Accounts of the Company.

4. Where ever reguired, 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 efficiency or effectiveness with which the management as conducted the affairs of the Company.

7. The maximum liability of our firm under the secretarial audit in respect of the aggregate of all claims shall not exceed the fee charged by us.

Annexure -C

Form AOC - 2

(Pursuant to clause (h) of sub-section (3) of section 134 of the Act and Rule 8(2) of the Companies

(Accounts) Rules, 2014)

Form for disclosure of particulars of contracts/arrangements entered into by the company with related parties referred to in sub-section (1) of section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 including certain arms length transactions under third proviso thereto

S.No.

Details of contracts or arrangements or transactions not at Arms Length basis

1.

Name(s) of the related party and nature of relationship None

2.

Nature of contracts/arrangements/ transactions Not Applicable

3.

Duration of the contracts/ arrangements/ transactions Not Applicable

4.

Salient terms of the contracts or arrangements or transactions including the value, if any Not Applicable

5.

Justification for entering into such contracts or arrangements or transactions. Not Applicable

6.

Date(s) of approval by the Board Not Applicable

7.

Amount paid as advances, if any Not Applicable

8.

Date on which the special resolution was passed in General Meeting as required under first proviso to section 188. Not Applicable

 

S.No.

Detail of material contracts or arrangement or transactions at Arms Length basis

1.

Name(s) of the related party and nature of relationship

2.

Nature of contracts/arrangements /transactions

3.

Duration of the contracts/arrangements/ transactions

4.

Salient terms of the contracts or arrangements or transactions including the value, if any: As per Table Below

5.

Date(s) of approval by the Board, if any

6.

Amount paid as advances, if any

Transactions with the related parties

Particulars

Nature Of Transaction Amount Relation

Creative Graphics Premedia Pvt Ltd

Advance/ Loan given 39 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

Advance/ Loan given 5,521 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Creative Graphics Premedia Pvt Ltd

Advance/ Loan Repaid 16 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

Advance/ Loan Repaid 779 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Nyloplate Creative Engravers LLP

investment (Capital Returned By) (3) Associate

Nyloplate Creative Engravers LLP

Share of Profit 17 Associate

Deepanshu Goel

Remuneration 72 Managing Director

Sarika

Remuneration 96 Executive Director

Deepak Goel

Remuneration 14 Relative of Director

SanjayS Sakai ley

Remuneration 17 Chief Executive Officer

Neha Sakalley

Remuneration 12 Relative of CEO

Pul kit Agrawal

Remuneration 45 Chief Financial Officer

Nishu Choudhari

Remuneration 3 Relative of CFO

Puja Arora Mehrotra

Remuneration 6 Company Secretary

Creative Graphics Proprietorship

Rent Paid 96 Entities in which Directors are interested

Deepanshu Goel

Loan Repaid 74 Managing Director

Creative Premedia Pvt. Ltd.

Sale 1 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Nyloplate Creative Engravers LLP

Sale 5 Associate

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

Sale 987 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

Purchase 1 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Creative Premedia Pvt. Ltd.

Loan taken 1 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Creative Premedia Pvt. Ltd.

Loan repaid back 1 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Creative Premedia Pvt. Ltd.

Advances/Loans balance 23 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

Advances/Loans balance 5,924 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Nyloplate Creative Engravers LLP

investment 99 Associate

Creative Premedia Pvt. Ltd.

investment 13 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Wahren India Pvt. Ltd.

investment 1 Wholly owned Subsidiary Company

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

[Pursuant to clause (o) of sub-section (3) of section 134 of the Act and Rule 9 of the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility) Rules, 2014]

Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility) Rules, 2014]

1. A brief outline of the Companys CSR policy, including overview of projects or programmes proposed to be undertaken and a reference to the web-link to the CSR policy and projects or programmes

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited believes that the growth of its business is closely linked to the well-being and development of the communities it serves. The Company is committed to fostering inclusive and sustainable growth by contributing to the betterment of society through focused CSR initiatives, in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder.

Guided by empathy and responsibility, the Companys CSR philosophy is built around enabling access to essential services and creating long-term value in the lives of its stakeholders. At Creative, we recognize that corporate responsibility forms the cornerstone of sustainable business practices and long-term success.

The Companys CSR efforts are primarily focused on the areas of education and healthcare, where it believes it can create the maximum positive impact. The CSR initiatives are implemented in a manner that aligns with the Companys values and the activities specified in Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013.

The CSR Committee confirms that the implementation and monitoring of CSR projects during the year were in accordance with the objectives set out in the Companys CSR Policy. The Company continues to drive social change through its programmes, ensuring that its contributions are economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable.

2. The Composition of the CSR Committee: Applicable

(The constitution of Corporate Social Responsibility Committee of the Company is constituted in line with the provisions of section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 to be read with Rule 5 of The Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014.}

S.No. Name of Director

Designation / Nature of Directorship Number of meetings of CSR Committee held during the year Number of meetings of CSR Committee attended during the year

1 Mr. Gaurav Arora

Chairperson 2 2

2 Mr. Nikhil Rungta

Member 2 2

3 Mr. Puneet Sharma

Member 2 2

3. Provide the web-link where Composition of CSR committee, CSR Policy and CSR projects approved by the board are disclosed on the website of the company: www.creativegraphics.net.in

4. Provide the details of Impact assessment of CSR projects carried out in pursuance of sub-rule (3) of rule 8 of the Companies (Corporate Social responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014-

Not Applicable - There is no project undertaken or completed during the year for which impact assessment report is applicable in F.Y 2024-2025.

5. Details of the amount available for set off in pursuance of sub-rule (3) of rule 7 of the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 and amount reguired for set off for the financial year, if any - Not Applicable

6. a) Average net profit of the company as per section 135(5): Rs. 10,85,72,724.65/-

FY 2024 :

Rs. 14,26,50,558.07/-

FY 2023 :

Rs. 11,98,10,899.88/-

FY 2022 :

Rs. 6,32,56,716/-

Total

Rs. 32,57,18,173.95/-

Average

Rs. 10,85,72,724.65/- (Rs. 32,57,18,173.95/3)

b) Two percent of average net profit of the company as per section 135(5): Rs. 21,71,454.49/- (Rs. 10,85,72,724.65*02)

c) Surplus arising out of the CSR projects or programmes or activities of the previous financial years: NIL

d) Amount reguired to be set off for the financial year, if any: NIL

e) Total CSR obligation for the financial year [(b)+(c)-(d)]: Rs. 21,71,454.49/-

7. a) Amount spent on CSR Projects (both ongoing project and other than ongoing Projects): Rs. 21,71,454.49/-

b) Amount spent in Administrative Overheads: NIL

c) Amount spent on Impact Assessment, if applicable: NIL

d) Total amount spent for the Financial Year [(a)+(b)+(c)j: NIL

e) CSR amount spent or unspent for the financial year:

Amount Unspent

Total Amount Spent for the Financial Year

Total Amount transferred to Unspent CSR Account as per sub-section (6)

Amount transferred to any fund specified under Schedule VII as per second proviso to sub-section (5) of section 135.

Amount Date of transfer Name of the Fund Amount Date of transfer

Rs. 21,71,454.49/-

Nil

f) Excess amount for set off, if any: NIL

S. No. Particular Amount (in Rs.)

(i) Two percent of average net profit of the company as per section 135(5)
00 Total amount spent for the Financial Year
(F) Excess amount spent for the financial year [(ii)-(i)]
(iv) Surplus arising out of the CSR projects or programmes or activities of the previous financial years, if any
(V) Amount available for set off in succeeding financial years [(iii)-(iv)]

8. Details of Unspent CSR amount for the preceding three financial years: NIL

S.No. Preceding Financial Year

Amount transferred to Amount spent

Amount transferred to any fund specified under Schedule VII as per section 135(6), if any

remaining to be
Unspent CSR Account under section 135 (6) in the reporting Financial Year Name of the Fund Amount Date of transfer spent in succeeding financial years

Total

9. Whether any Capital assets have been created or acquired through corporate Social Responsibility amount spent in the financial year: No

If Yes, enter the number of Capital assets created/acquired: No, NIL

Furnish the details relating to such assets(s) so created or acquired through Corporate Social Responsibility amount spent in the Financial Year:

S.No. Short Particulars of the Property orasset(s) [including complete address and location of the Property]

Pincode of the property or assets Date of Creation Amount of CSR amount spent

Details of entity/Authority/beneficiary of the registered owner

(2)

(3) (4) (5) (6)
CSR Registration Number, if applicable ,, Registered Name Address

10. Specify the reason(s), if the company has failed to spend two per cent of the average net profit as per section 135(5): Not Applicable

Particulars Of Employees

[Pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5 of Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014]

Directors Name

Ratio of Remuneration of director to the Median remuneration

Mr. Deepanshu Goel (Managing Director)

27.23x

i) The ratio of the remuneration of each director to " the median remuneration of the employees of the

Mr. Sarika Goel (Executive Director)

36.7x

Mr. Gaurav Arora (Non-Executive Director)

O.Ox

Mr. Deepanshu Goel (Managing Director)

0%

Mr. Sarika Goel (Executive Director)

0%

ii) The percentage increase in the median remuneration of each director, Chief Financial

Mr. Gaurav Arora (Non-Executive Director)

0%

Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Company Secretary or Manager, if any, in the financial year

Mr. Sanjay Sakalley (Chief Executive Officer)

0%

Mr. Pul kit Agrawal (Chief Finance officer)

0%

Ms. Puja Arora Mehrotra (Company Secretary & Compliance Officer)

10%

iii) The percentage increase in the median remuneration of employees in the financial year 2024-2025

There is increase of 5 % in the median remuneration of employees in the financial year 2024-2025 as compared to previous year.

iv) The number of permanent employees on the rolls of company;

There are 425 employees on the pay roll of the Company as on 31st March, 2025.

v) (a) average percentile increase already made in the salaries of employees other than the managerial personnel in the last financial year and

(b) 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

There was a 5% increase in the median salary of the employees other than managerial personnel.

Managerial personnel renumeration increase is not more than the percentage increase of non-managerial employees.

(vi) affirmation that the remuneration is as per remuneration policy of the Company

It is hereby affirmed that the remuneration paid during the year is as per the Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company.

s.

No.

Name of Employee Designati on of Employee Remuner

ation

received

Nature of employment, whether contractual or otherwise

qualifications

and

experience of the employee

Date of

commencement of employment

Age

the last employment held by such employee before joining the company

the percentage of equity shares held by the employee in the company within the meaning of clause (in) of sub-rule(2) above whether any such employee is a relative of any director or manager of the company and

if so, name of such director or manager

Deepanshu Goel Managing

Director

7200000

Full Time

Graduate /27 Years From

incorporation

51

NA

64.29 % Husband Of Sarika Goel (Executive Director")

2

Sarika Goel Executive

Director

9600000

Full Time

Graduate /27 Years From

incorporation

46

NA

3.53% Wife of Mr Deepanshu Goel (Managing Director)

3

Pul kit Aggarwal CFO 4851600

Full Time

B Tech, MBA LLB .CFA/14 Years 20/11/2023 39

Calpro Specialities Pvt Ltd

Nil NA

4

Sandeep Mandal GM 1380000

Full Time

Diploma in Multimedia/10 Yers 11/04/2024 35

Afflatus Gravures P Ltd.

Nil NA

5

Arvind Kaithal Manager 1216331

Full Time

Diploma in Printing/17 Years 01/08/2019 38

KYMC CO . Ltd

Nil NA

6

Hemant Upadhyay Sr.

Manager

1326000

Full Time

PGDBF, IFRS/11 Years 01/08/2019 37

Creative

Graphics

Nil NA

7

Uttam Singh Ravvat Manager 1760653

Full Time

Graduate/30

Yers

01/08/2019 55

Creative

Graphics

Nil NA

8

Vivek Kumar Tiwari Manager 1149752

Full Time

Graduate / 22 Years 22/02/2021 55

Print Panache

Nil NA

9

Sunil Bajaj Manager 1830810

Full Time

Diploma in Printing/24 Years 01/08/2019 47

Creative

Graphics

Nil NA

10

Rajeev Sharma Manager 1305000

Full Time

12th /24 Years 01/08/2019 44

Creative

Graphics

Nil NA

11

P Namachivayam Sr. GM 1841420

Full Time

Diploma in Computer/24 Years 11/12/2023 45

RSFlexo India P Ltd

Nil NA

12

Rahul Kumar Prepress

Head

905000

Full Time

Graduate/ 12 Years 01/08/2019 35

Creative

Graphics

Nil NA

B. No employee of the Company has drawn remuneration aggregating to Rs. 1.02 Cr per annum during the year under report.

C. No employee of the Company, employed for the part of the year, has drawn salary more than Rs. Eight lakh fifty thousand per month.

Certificate Of Non-disqualification Of Directors

(Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V Para C clause (10)(i) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015)

To

The Members

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited

Add: 3F-305, 3rd Floor, SSG East Plaza, Plot No. 1 & 2,

Mamram Complex, Mayur Vihar Phase-Ill,

Near SFS Flats, Pocket-C, East Delhi - 110096,

We have examined the relevant registers, records, forms, returns and disclosures received from the Directors of Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited (CIN: L22219DL2014PLC263964) and having registered office at 3F-305, 3rd Floor, SSG East Plaza, Plot No. 1 & 2, Mamram Complex, Mayur Vihar Phase-Ill, Near SFS Flats, Pocket-C, East Delhi - 110096, (hereinafter referred to as the Company), produced before us by the Company for the purpose of issuing this Certificate, in accordance with Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V Para-C Sub clause I0(i) of the Securities Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the verifications (including Directors Identification Number (DIN) status at the portal (www.mca.gov.in ) as considered necessary and explanations furnished to us by the Company & its officers, We hereby certify that none of the Directors on the Board of the Company as stated below for the Financial Year ending on 31st March, 2025 have been debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as Directors of companies by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs, or any such other Statutory Authority.

S.No.

Name DIN Date of Original Appointment Date of Reappointment Date of Resignation

1

Mr. Deepanshu Goel 03118826 24.01.2014 30.09.2023

2

Mrs. Sarika Goel 06777690 24.01.2014

3

Mr. Gaurav Arora 10342805 06.10.2023

4

Mr. Puneet Sharma 10342806 16.10.2023

5

Mr. Nikhil Rungta 08142779 16.10.2023

Ensuring the eligibility for the appointment / continuity of every Director on the Board is the responsibility of the management of the Company. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these based on our verification.

This certificate is neither an assurance as to the future viability of the Company nor of the efficiency or effectiveness with which the management has conducted the affairs of the Company.

Auditors Certificate On Corporate Governance

(In terms of Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V (E) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015)

To

The Members

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited

Add: 3F-305, 3rd Floor, SSG East Plaza, Plot No. 1 & 2,

Mamram Complex, Mayur Vihar Phase-Ill,

Near SFS Flats, Pocket-C, East Delhi - 110096,

We have examined the compliance of conditions of Corporate Governance by Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited (CIN: L22219DL2014PLC263964) for the year ended March 31,2025 stipulated in Regulation 34(3) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 of the said Company with Stock Exchanges.

The Compliance of condition of Corporate Governance is the responsibility of the Management. Our examination was limited to the procedures and implementation thereof, adopted by the Company to ensure Compliance with the condition of Corporate Governance. It is neither an audit nor an expression of an opinion on the financial statements of the Company.

In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, we certify that the Company has fully complied with all the mandatory conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated in Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

CEO / CFO Certification

Mr. Pulkit Agrawal, being Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Sanjay Sakalley, Chief Executive Officer of

Creative Graphics Solutions India Limited do hereby confirm and certify that:

1. We, have reviewed the financial statements and the cash flow statement for the financial year March 31,2025 and that to the best of our knowledge and belief:

a) these statements do not contain any materially untrue statement or omit any material fact or contain statements that might be misleading;

b) these statements together present a true and fair view of the Companys affairs and are in compliance with existing accounting standards, applicable laws and regulations.

2. There are, to the best of my knowledge and belief, no transactions entered into by the Company during the year which are fraudulent, illegal or violate the Companys code of conduct.

3. We, accept responsibility for establishing and maintaining internal control for financial reporting and have evaluated the effectiveness of internal control system of the Company pertaining to financial reporting and have disclosed to the auditor along with the audit committee, deficiencies in the design or operation of such internal control(s), if any, of which we are aware and the steps I have taken or proposed to take to rectify these deficiencies.

4. During the year under reference:

a) there were no significant changes in internal control system over financial reporting;

b) there were no significant changes in accounting policies and that the same have been disclosed in the notes to the financial statements; and

c) there were no instance(s) of significant fraud involved therein, if any, of which the management or an employee having a significant role in the Companys internal control system over financial reporting.

Declaration For Compliance Of Code Of Conduct

I, Deepanshu Goel, being Managing Director of the Company do hereby declare that all the Directors and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with the code of the conduct of the company for the financial year ended on March 31,2025.

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