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ANNEXURE - C

Infrastructure sector is a key driver for the Indian economy. The sector is highly responsible for propelling Indias overall development and enjoys intense focus from Government for initiating policies that would ensure time-bound creation of world class infrastructure in the country. Infrastructure sector includes power, bridges, dams, roads, and urban infrastructure development.

MARKET SIZE

India plans to spend US$ 1.4 trillion on infrastructure through ‘National Infrastructure Pipeline in the next five years. In FY21, infrastructure activities accounted for 13% share of the total FDI inflows of US$ 81.72 billion. India will need to construct 43,000 houses every day until 2022 to achieve the vision of Housing for All by 2022.

Hundreds of new cities need to be developed over the next decade. Over the next 10 years, demand for urban freight is predicted to increase by 140%. Final-mile freight transit in Indian cities accounts for 50% of the total logistics expenditures in the countrys increasing e- commerce supply chains. India is expected to become the third-largest construction market globally by 2022. Indian logistics market is estimated to touch US$ 320 billion by 2025.

GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE AND INVESTMENT

Some of the recent government initiatives and investments in the infrastructure sector are as follows:

In Union Budget 2022-23:

• The government has given a massive push to the infrastructure sector by allocating Rs. 10 lakh crore (US$ 130.57 billion) to enhance the infrastructure sector.

• The government allocated Rs. 134,015 crore (US$ 17.24 billion) to National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).

• The government announced an outlay of Rs. 60,000 crore (US$ 7.72 billion) for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

• The government announced Rs. 76,549 crore (US$ 9.85 billion) to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

• The government allocated Rs. 84,587 crore (US$ 10.87 billion) to the Department of Telecommunications to create and augment telecom infrastructure in the country.

• The total revenue expenditure by Railways is projected to be Rs. 234,640 crore (US$ 30.48 billion)

• 100 PM-Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals for multimodal logistics facilities will be developed over next three years.

• Focus was on the PM Gati Shakti - National Master Plan for multimodal connectivity to economic zones. Everything, from roads to trains, from aviation to agriculture, as well as many ministries and departments, will be integrated under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan.

• In June 2022 Mr. Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways inaugurated 15 National Highway projects in Patna and Hajipur in Bihar worth Rs. 13,585 crore (US$ 1.75 billion) • According to the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), FDIs in the construction development sector (townships, housing, built up infrastructure and construction development projects) and construction (infrastructure) activities stood at US$ 26.20 billion and US$ 27.92 billion, respectively, between April 2000 - March 2022.

• In March 2022, Mr. Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highway inaugurated 19 National Highway projects in Haryana and Rajasthan totaling Rs. 1,407 crore (US$ 183.9 million).

• The government expanded the ‘National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) to 9,335 projects. 217 projects worth Rs. 1.10 lakh crore (US$ 15.09 billion) were completed as of 2020.

• In November 2021, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a US$ 250-million loan to support development of the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme (NICDP). This is a part of the US$ 500-million loan to build 11 industrial corridors bridging 17 states.

• In November 2021, India, the US, Israel and the UAE established a new quadrilateral economic forum to focus on infrastructure development projects in the region and strengthen bilateral co-operation.

• The initiative ‘Infrastructure for Resilient Island States (launched in November 2021) will give India a huge opportunity to contribute to the betterment of other vulnerable countries in the world.

• In October 2021, the Union Cabinet of India approved the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan including implementation, monitoring and support mechanism for providing multi-modal connectivity.

• In October 2021, the Dubai government and India, inked an agreement to develop infrastructure such as industrial parks, IT towers, multipurpose towers, logistics centres, a medical college and a specialised hospital in Jammu & Kashmir.

• In FY22, government initiatives such the National Infrastructure Pipeline, National Monetisation Pipeline, BharatmalaPariyojana, changes in the Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) and fast pace of asset monetization to boost road construction.

• As of October 2021, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways constructed national highways extending 4,450 kms compared with 4,956 kms, as of October 2020.

• To encourage rooftop solar (RTS) throughout the country, notably in rural regions, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is undertaking Rooftop Solar Programme Phase II, which aims to install RTS capacity of 4,000 MW in the residential sector by 2022 with a provision of subsidy.

• In May 2021, Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Mr. Nitin Gadkari stated that the government is giving utmost priority to infrastructure development and has set a target of road construction of worth Rs.15 lakh crore (US$ 206 billion) in the next two years.

• The Ministry of Railways plans to monetise assets including Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors after commissioning, induction of 150 modern rakes through PPP, station redevelopment through PPP, railway land parcels, multifunctional complexes (MFC), railway colonies, hill railways and stadiums.

• Mega Investment Textiles Parks (MITRA) scheme was launched to establish world-class infrastructure in the textile sector and establish seven textile parks over three years.

• The government announced Rs. 305,984 crore (US$ 42 billion) over the next five years for a revamped, reforms-based and result-linked new power distribution sector scheme.

INDUSTRY STRUCTURE:

The construction industry makes up for a major part of Indias GDP. Being a significant contributor to the GDP of India, the industry acts as a gateway for more opportunities. Investment in the construction industry in India, therefore, directly leads to the countrys economic development. The Construction industry in India consists of the real estate as well as the urban development segment. The Real estate segment covers residential, office, retail, hotels and leisure parks, among others, while urban development segment broadly consists of sub-segments such as Water supply, Sanitation, Urban transport, Schools, and Healthcare.

By 2025, Construction market in the country is expected to emerge as the 3rd largest globally and the construction output is expected to grow on an average of 7.1% each year. An enhancement in the construction industry will directly have a positive effect on other industries like cement, technology, steel, etc. The development of a nation is recognized through its infrastructure. FDI in the construction department in North India will bring with it new possibilities to uplift the construction industry.

100% FDI in construction development sector under automatic route is permitted in completed projects for operations and management of townships, malls/shopping complexes, and business constructions.

100% FDI in real estate in India is allowed under the automatic route for urban infrastructures such as urban transport, water supply and sewerage and sewage treatment.

OPPORTUNITIES:

The word "potential" is a much over used phrase when looking at India. As we have seen earlier the infrastructure statistics are of such mind boggling proportions that it could be said that there is a massive potential for the growth of ready mixed concrete industry. However, realizing that potential will take a considerable time as companies come to terms with the unique obstacles presented in the Indian market.

The infrastructure sector has become the biggest focus area for the Government of India. India plans to spend US$ 1.4 trillion on infrastructure during 2019-23 to have a sustainable development of the country. The Government has suggested investment of Rs. 5,000,000 crore (US$ 750 billion) for railways infrastructure from 2018-30. Favorable valuations make the sector an attractive opportunity. Only 24% of the National Highway network in India is four lanes. Therefore, presents an immense scope for improvement. The regional connectivity scheme (RCS) gives opportunity for development of airports.

India and Japan have joined hands for infrastructure development in Indias Northeast states and are also setting up an India-Japan Coordination Forum for Development of Northeast to undertake strategic infrastructure projects for the region.

Our vision is to achieve leadership position in India and explore the opportunities out of India. We committed to building long term relationships based on integrity, performance and value, as well as client satisfaction. To be one of the premier infrastructure companies in India by 2022 executing various vertical of construction activities with the help of its in-house raw material production.

CHALLENGES RISKS & CONCERNS:

Industry/ policy risk:

The Companys business is highly dependent on road and bridge projects in India undertaken or awarded by governmental authorities and other entities funded by governments. Any change in government policies resulting in a decrease in the amount of road and bridge projects undertaken or a decrease in private sector participation in road and bridge projects adversely affects our business and results of operations. Our business may be affected by changes in interest rates, changes in Government policy, taxation, exchange rates and controls, social and civil unrest and political, economic or other developments in or affecting India.

Project risk:

Infrastructure projects involve agreements that are long-term in nature (as much as three years in EPC contracts and around 25 years in Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) road projects). All long-term projects have inherent risks associated with them and involve variables that may not necessarily be within our control. These include inflation, interest rates movements, liquidity, commodity and oil prices, governance, construction delays, material shortages, unanticipated cost increases, cost overruns, inability to negotiate satisfactory arrangements with joint venture partners, and disagreements with our joint venture partners.

We are increasingly bidding for large-scale infrastructure projects. There are various risks associated with the execution of large-scale projects. Managing large-scale integrated projects may also increase the potential relative size of cost overruns and negatively affect our operating margins. In addition, we may need to execute large-scale projects through joint ventures with other companies, which expose us to the risk of default by our Joint Venture Partners.

Adherence To Safety & Quality Norms

Sustainable & Continual Growth

Teamwork And Healthy Competition

Concern Towards The Stakeholders

Deliver Best Service.

Strong Willingness to Learn.

Adherence To Values & Ethics

Companys Diversified Activities

Drainage Work:

Company has been awarded by Gujarat Urban Development Corporation (GUDC) for Drainage Work at Anand Town amounting to Rs. 90 Cr which is completed satisfactorily.

Company has been awarded by Gujarat Urban Development Corporation (GUDC) for Drainage Work at Borsad Town amounting to Rs. 23 Cr. which is completed satisfactorily.

Company has been awarded by Gujarat Water Sewerage & Supply Board (GWSSB) for Drainage Work at Kapadwanj Town amounting to Rs. 24 Cr. which is running satisfactorily.

Company has been recently awarded an order of Rs. 211.00 Cr by Bhopal Municipal Corporation for Sewage Treatment Project at Kolar Town & outside upper and lower lake catchment area south & south east zone in the name of Joint Venture.

We have equipped ourselves with all the resources required to venture into the new field.

Manpower:

We have recruited best talent available in the market for executing this new project viz. Project Management, Project Execution, Finance, HR, Legal, IT.

Money:

We are financially self-sustained however capable of raising funds easily due to our reputation and contacts with the Banks like Union Bank, HDFC, Axis etc.

Method:

We have developed the best SOPs so that the project taken is completed well within time / before time without compromising quality of work.

Material:

We preserve an extensive database for local vendors and others so that no work delays due to material unavailability.

Management:

We are a professionally managed company wherein we follow the best solutions to our business aspects in the most strategic way.

As mentioned,

• We are professionally managed company.

• We are financially self-reliant and enjoy very robust relationship with Banks. • Our core strength lies in Infrastructural Development. • We are equipped with the best machines / resources. • Our Project Team is highly qualified and carries rich experience. • We believe in sustainable growth without compromising Quality & Safety.

FUTURE OUTLOOK:

With the concern over liquidity there has been a general slowdown in both real estate and infrastructure projects. Many of the high-end residential projects, especially in metro cities, have been delayed.

India is in fast-forward mode and time is of essence. Players like BPOs often want to start operations straight away and have no time to wait. All this is tipping the scales in favor of infrastructure project, and mechanized construction equipment at sites. So, we conclude that the coming years will be moving from the recession to the boom in such a way that infrastructure industry will get booster without compromise.

SEGMENT WISE PERFORMANCE:

The Company is operating only in one sector i.e. Infrastructure Project Activity therefore the segment reporting and performance standard is not applicable to the Company.

QUALITY CONTROL:

The Management and the Employees of Navkar Builders Ltd. are committed to operate every aspect of the Construction adhering to the standards that offers quality service to all clients by adopting and implementing effecting Quality Management System & Procedures.

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:

The Company has diversified its business activities and at the verge of achieving better financial performance. The Company has successfully implemented various operational excellence programs designed with the help of external consultants so as to optimize on cost and delivery commitments. The Companys cash flow position as at the yearend continues to remain strong. Increased liquidity has strengthened the Companys confidence for launching new growth initiatives for the existing and emerging businesses of construction.

Details of significant changes (i.e. change of 25% or more as compared to the immediately previous financial year) in key financial ratios, along with detailed explanations thereof, including:

Sr. No. Financial Ratio Year ended
31.03.2023 31.03.2022
1. Debtors Turnover 0.57 0.84
2. Inventory Turnover 0.31 1.07
3. Interest Coverage Ratio 12.51 1.73
4. Current Ratio 3.27 3.65
5. Debt Equity Ratio 11.51 0.59
6. Operating Profit Margin (%) 0.12 0.21
7. Net Profit Margin (%) 11.00 6.72

Notes:

1. Debtors Turnover is decrease due to bifurcation of Trade Receivables and Advance received from customers.

2. Inventory Turnover ratio is decreased Due to change in Purchase during the year.

3. Interest Coverage Ratio increase Due to repayment of loan in F.Y 2021-22

4. Current Ratio is increased due to change in Loans and advances in the current financial year

5. Debt equity ratio increase due to repayment of loan in F.Y 2021-22

6. Operating Profit Margin (%) is decrease due to increase in purchase / expenses in Current Financial year.

7. Net Profit Margin (%) is increase Due to Proportionate change in Expense to Income.

INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM:

The Companys employees and projects have been and are exposed to risks and threats to life, liberty, and property while operating in risky geographical areas. The Company however takes pride in executing prestigious works in the nation building task. The Company has taken measures with the help of the Government to provide adequate security, facilities, and also insurance coverage in such places. The Company has a formal Enterprise Risk Management framework in place which will be reviewed periodically.

Date: 07/07/2023 By Order of the Board of Directors
Place: Ahmedabad For Navkar Urbanstructure Limited
(Formerly Known as Navkar Builders Limited)

 

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Harsh Shah Pinki Sagar Ami Kankaria
Managing Director Director& CFO Company Secretary
DIN: 01662085 DIN: 08113318