Dear Stakeholders,
We have the pleasure in presenting to you the (32nd] Board Report of the
company together with
the Audited Financial Statements for the period ended as on 31st March 2025;
1. HIGHLIGHTS OF FINANCIAL RESULTS:
The summarized financial results for the year ended as on 31st March 2025 are as under:
(Amount in Lakhs)
Particulars |
As on 31st March 2025 |
As on 31st March 2024 |
Revenue from Operations |
270.48 | 283.65 |
Other Income |
0.56 | 1.88 |
Total Income |
271.04 | 285.53 |
Total Expenditure |
258.94 | 410.32 |
Profit/(Loss) before tax |
12.09 | (124.80) |
Total Tax Expenses |
- | 0.43 |
Net Profit/(Loss) |
12.09 | (125.23) |
Earnings Per Share (in Rs) |
||
Basic |
0.36 | (46.07) |
Diluted |
0.36 | (46.07) |
2. STATE OF THE COMPANYS AFFAIRS:
During the year under review, your company has made total turnover of Rs. 270.48 Lakhs
as compared
to previous year of Rs. 283.65 Lakhs decreased by 4.65% and Other Income of Rs. 0.56 Lakhs
as
compared to previous year of Rs. 1.88 Lakhs decreased by 70.21%. Further, the Profit
Before Tax of Rs.
12.09 Lakhs as compared to previous year of Rs. (124.80) Lakhs has been increased
slightly.
The Financial Statements for the year ended March 31, 2025 have been prepared in
accordance with
Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS) notified under the Companies (Indian Accounting
Standards)
Rules, 2015 read with Section 133 of Companies Act, 2013, (the Act) and other relevant
provisions of
the Act. There are no material departures from the prescribed norms stipulated by the
accounting
standards in preparation of the annual accounts.
Management evaluates all recently issued or revised accounting standards on an on-going
concern
basis. The Company discloses Financial Results on a quarterly basis, which are subject to
Limited
Review and publishes Audited Financial Results on an annual basis.
3. TRANSFER TO RESERVES:-
During the year under review, no amount has been transferred to the general reserve of
the
Company.
4. DIVIDEND:-
For the Financial Year 2024-25, based on the Companys performance, the Board of
Directors does
not recommended any dividend.
5. CHANGE IN THE NATURE OF BUSINESS. IF ANY:
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the year. The
company is
mainly into the business of Plant Protein and Plants nutrition based products.
6. INCREASE IN ISSUED. SUBSCRIBED AND PAID UP EQUITY SHARE CAPITAL :
During the financial year under review, there was no change in Authorized Share
Capital. Further there
was increasing in Paid up capital by 97,28,220 Equity Shares by way of Preferential Issue.
At the beginning of the year:
Authorize Share Capital of 1,40,00,000 (in words One Crore Forty Lakhs) Equity Shares
of Rs. 10/- each
amounting to 14,00,00,000/- (Fourteen Crores) and Paid Up Capital 2,71,780 (in words Two
Lakhs
Seventy One Thousand Seven Hundred and Eighty Rupees only) Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each
amounting to Rs. 27,17,800/- (Twenty Seven Lakhs Seventeen Thousand Eight Hundred only)
At the End of the Year:
Authorize Share Capital of 1,40,00,000 (in words One Crore Forty Lakhs) Equity Shares
of Rs. 10/- each
amounting to 14,00,00,000/- (Fourteen Crores) and Paid Up Capital 1,00,00,000 (One Crore)
Equity
Shares of Rs. 10/- each amounting to Rs. 10,00,00,000 (Ten Crore only)
*During the year under review the Company has issued and allot 97,28,220 equity shares
to promoter
and Directors (including PACs) and public and 11,00,000 convertible warrants into equity
shares of
face value of Rs. 10/- each at an issue price of Rs. 10 /- each and received In-principal
approval on 2nd
December, 2024. The company has allotted 97,28,220 Equity shares on 5th
December, 2024 and
received Listing approval on 13th January, 2025. The trading approval for these
shares was granted on
dated 25th February, 2025 and these shares were under lock -in till 31st
July, 2025.
7. LISTING OF EQUITY SHARES :
The Companys equity shares are listed the BSE Stock Exchange;
"BSE Limited, Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Dalai Street, Mumbai - 400001, Maharashtra, India."
8. SUBSIDIARIES. ASSOCIATES AND IOINT VENTURE COMPANIES :
The Company does not have any Subsidiary, Associates or Joint Venture Companies. Hence,
clause is not
applicable.
9. CHANGE IN NAME OF THE COMPANY:
During the Financial Year under review, the Company has not changed its name.
10. BOARD OF DIRECTORS & KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL fKMPI:
Composition:
The Company recognizes that a diverse and well-balanced Board is fundamental to its
sustained success
and effective governance. In alignment with the provisions of Section 149 of the Companies
Act, 2013
and Regulation 17 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, the
composition of the Board reflects an optimal mix of Executive and Non-Executive Directors.
The Board comprises individuals with a wide spectrum of expertise, including industry
knowledge,
financial acumen, legal insight, and operational experience. The Directors also bring in
diverse regional,
cultural, and geographical perspectives, which contribute meaningfully to informed
decision-making
and help maintain the Companys strategic edge in a competitive environment.
As of March 31, 2025, the Board consisted of Five (5) Directors, following are as follow;
Sr. No Name and DIN |
Designation |
01. Mr. Hitesh Mohanlal Patel (DIN: 02080625] |
Executive Managing Director |
02. Mr. Chandra Sheker Jadhav (DIN: 01495009] |
Whole Time Director |
03. Mrs. Sushama Anuj Yadav (DIN: 07910845] |
Independent Director |
04 Mr. Nitin Arvin Oza (DIN: 03198502] |
Independent Director |
05. Mrs. Sanghamitra Sarangi (DIN: 08536750] |
Independent Director |
Change in Directorship during the year;
1. Mr. Chandra Sheker Jadhav (DIN: 01495009] appointed as an Additional Director
(Executive
Wholetime Director] on board as on 13th June 2024. Further, he was
appointed/regularized as director
as well as Whole Time Director in the 31st Annual general Meeting held on 10th
September 2024 for the
period of three years ended on 12th June, 2027.
2. Mrs. Sanghamitra Sarangi (DIN: 08536750] appointed as an Additional Independent
Director on
board on 14th August, 2024. Further, she was appointed/regularized as
Independent Director in the 31st
Annual general Meeting held on 10th September 2024 for the period of Five
years ended on 13th August,
2029.
3. Mr. Nitin Arvin Oza (DIN: 03198502] appointed as an Additional Director
(Non-Executive
Independent Director] of the Company as on 13th February 2025. Further, He was
appointed/regularized as Independent Director in Extra-Ordinary General Meeting held on 29th
April
2025 for the period of five years i.e. till 12th February, 2030.
Directors retiring by rotation
Pursuant to section 152 of the Companies Act 2013 and Regulation 36 SEBI (LODR]
Regulations 2015
read with Secretarial Standard-2 on General Meetings the relevant rules made thereunder,
Mr. Chandra
Sheker Jadhav (DIN: 01495009], Whole Time Director is liable to retire by rotation at the
ensuing
Annual General Meeting ("AGM"] and being eligible, and has sought
re-appointment.
Based on recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board of
Directors has
recommended their re-appointment and the matter is being placed for seeking approval of
members at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company.
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified for being appointed as Directors
as specified in
Section 164(2] of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 14(1] of the Companies (Appointment and
Qualification of Directors] Rules, 2014.
Key Managerial Personnel
There has no change in Key Managerial Personnel. Mrs. Daljeet Kaur, Company secretary
and Mr. Sunil
Kumar Agarwal, Chief Financial Officer.
11. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:-
Statement on Declaration given by Independent Directors:
The Company has Three Independent Directors, namely Mrs. Sushama Anuj Yadav, Mr. Nitin
Arvin Oza,
Mrs. Sanghamitra Sarangi. Each of them has submitted the requisite declarations under
Section 149(7)
of the Act, affirming that they meet the criteria of independence as outlined in Section
149(6) of the Act
and Regulation 16(1) (b) of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
In accordance with Regulation 25(8) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, all Independent
Directors have
further confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstances or situations that could
impair their
independence or affect their ability to exercise objective judgment free from external
influence.
The Board of Directors has reviewed and duly noted these declarations and confirmations
after
conducting a thorough assessment of their accuracy. The Independent Directors have also
affirmed
compliance with the provisions of Schedule IV of the Act (Code for Independent Directors)
and the
Companys Code of Conduct. There has been no change in the status or circumstances that
would affect
their designation as Independent Directors during the reporting period.
Additionally, the Company has received confirmation from all Independent Directors
regarding their
registration in the Independent Directors databank, maintained by the Indian Institute of
Corporate
Affairs, in accordance with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of
Directors) Rules,
2014.
The terms and conditions of appointment of the Independent Directors are placed on the
website of the
Company i.e. https://nutricircle.in/
Familiarization Programme for Independent Directors:-
Your Company has adopted a formal Familiarization Programme for Independent Directors
to support
their effective participation on the Board. As part of the familiarization process, the
Company provides
detailed insights into its business operations, industry dynamics, organizational
structure, and group-
level businesses. Independent Directors are also informed about the regulatory and
compliance
obligations under the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI Listing Regulations.
12. DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITIES STATEMENT:
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134 (5) of Companies Act, 2013, with respect
to Directors
Responsibility Statement, it is hereby confirmed that:
(i) In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standard had
been followed
along with proper explanation relating to material departures
(ii) The Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently
and made
judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view
of the
state of affairs of the company at the end of the financial year and of the Profit or Loss
of the
Company for that period.
(iii) The Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting
records in accordance with the provision of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the
Company
and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
(iv) The Directors have prepared the Annual accounts on a going concern basis.
(v) The directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the
company and that
such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(vi) The directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions
of all
applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating.
13. NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE HOARD :
During the year under review, the Board has demonstrated a high level of involvement in
guiding the
Company, supported by detailed discussions and timely decisions. During the financial
year, Seven (7]
meetings of the Board of Directors were held, the details of which are given in the
Corporate
Governance Report of the Company, which forms a part of the Annual Report. The intervening
gap
between the meetings was within the prescribed period under the Act and the SEBI Listing
Regulations.
14. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS MEETING:
During the year under review, the Independent Directors of the Company met 1 (one] time
on February
13,2025.
15. ANNUAL BOARD EVALUATION:
The Company has established a comprehensive framework for evaluating the performance of
the Board
of Directors, its Committees, and Individual Directors, in line with the requirements of
Sections 134 and
178 of the Act, Regulation 17(10] of the SEBI Listing Regulations, and the Companys
Nomination and
Remuneration Policy.
As part of this evaluation process, structured and confidential questionnaires were
circulated to all
Directors to obtain feedback on various aspects of the Boards functioning, the
effectiveness of its
Committees, and the performance of each Director. The observations and responses received
were
compiled, analyzed, and subsequently presented to the Chairman of the Board for review and
discussion.
The Evaluation of Directors covered several aspects, including their attendance and
participation in
meetings, understanding of the Companys operations and business environment, application
of
knowledge and expertise, quality of contributions to discussions, maintenance of
confidentiality,
integrity, and independent judgment. Directors were also evaluated on their alignment with
the
Companys core values, commitment to fiduciary responsibilities, and adherence to the Code
of Conduct.
The Boards performance was assessed based on criteria such as the effectiveness of its
oversight on
compliance and governance matters, clarity in the roles of the Chairman and
Executive/Non-Executive
Directors, the diversity and mix of skills and expertise, strategic involvement, and
overall guidance in
areas such as risk management, financial reporting, ethics, and succession planning.
Particular emphasis
was placed on the Boards ability to provide strategic foresight and review the
implementation of key
initiatives and policies.
The evaluation of Committees considered their structure, independence, frequency of
meetings,
adherence to defined procedures, effectiveness in fulfilling their responsibilities, and
the extent of their
contribution to Board decisions. The Committees were also assessed on their ability to
engage
meaningfully with internal and external auditors, and their role in supporting oversight
functions.
Based on the outcome, the Board concluded that the overall performance of the Board,
its Committees,
and individual Directors, including Independent Directors, was found to be satisfactory.
16- COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD:
As on 31st March 2025, the Board has constituted the following committees:
Audit Committee;
Nomination and Remuneration Committee;
Stakeholders Relationship Committee.
Risk Management Committee.
During the year, all recommendations made by the committees were approved by the Board.
Details of all the Committees such as terms of reference, composition and meetings held
during the
year under review are disclosed in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of
this
Annual Report.
17. PERFORMANCE OF THE BOARD AND COMMITTEES:
During the year under review, the performance of the Board & Committees and
Individual
Director(s) based on the below parameters was satisfactory:
(0 All Directors had attended the Board meetings;
(ii) The remunerations paid to Executive Directors are strictly as per the Company and
industry policy.
(jii) The Independent Directors only received sitting fees.
(iv) The Independent Directors contributed significantly in the Board and committee
deliberation and business and operations of the Company and subsidiaries based on their
experience and knowledge and Independent views.
(v) The compliances were reviewed periodically;
(vi) Risk Management Policy was implemented at all critical levels and monitored by the
Internal Audit team who places report with the Board and Audit committee.
18. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Since the provisions of section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 is not applicable to the
Company as
the limits are not breached; a report on CSR activities is not required to be annexed with
this
report.
19. MATERIAL DEVELOPMENTS IN HUMAN RESQURCES/INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS FRONT:
The HR function is strategically integrated with the Companys long-term vision and is
geared
towards enhancing employee experience, performance, and future readiness. This year, our
company "Nutricircle Limited" remained committed to nurturing an inclusive and
collaborative
workplace culture that encourages transparency, creativity, and mutual respect. The
Company
actively promotes a learning oriented environment by investing in skill-building,
leadership
development, and cross-functional exposure, ensuring employees continue to grow and thrive
within the organization.
In addition to professional growth, the Company places great value on employee
well-being and
work-life balance, striving to create a healthy, engaging, and performance-driven culture.
Through
various initiatives and feedback mechanisms, the Company ensures continuous dialogue with
its
workforce, reinforcing its commitment to building long-term, fulfilling relationships with
employees.
To enhance team spirit and cultivate a welcoming environment, the Company also
organized
various interactive sessions and team-building activities, which encouraged open
communication,
collaboration, and relationship-building across departments. These initiatives played a
significant
role in reinforcing team spirit and enhancing organizational cohesion.
20. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY:
The Company has established a comprehensive Policy on Director Appointment and
Remuneration,
which also encompasses Key Managerial Personnel and other employees. This policy serves as
a
framework for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee to identify and recommend
individuals who possess the necessary qualifications, skills, and experience to serve as
Directors. It
also lays down clear criteria for assessing the independence of Directors in accordance
with
regulatory requirements and the Companys governance standards.
Furthermore, the policy ensures that the Companys remuneration strategy is aligned
with its
overarching business objectives. Remuneration packages are designed to reward individual
contributions as well as overall organizational performance, while remaining
competitive and in
line with industry benchmarks. This approach not only motivates Directors and employees to
deliver sustainable value but also supports the retention of high-caliber talent.
In addition to fixed and variable pay components, the policy emphasizes transparency,
fairness,
and alignment with shareholder interests. The Committee regularly reviews the policy to
adapt to
changing regulatory landscapes and evolving best practices in corporate governance. This
enables
the Company to maintain a balanced and performance-driven reward system that fosters long
term
growth and accountability.
The remuneration policy approved by the board of Directors is available on the website
of the
Company i.e. https://nutricircle.in/
21. BOARD POLICIES:
The Company has the following policies which are applicable as per the Companies Act,
2013 and
SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 which are placed on the website of the Company i.e.
https: //nutricircle.in/
(i) Code of Conduct for Directors and Senior Management
(ii) Nomination and Remuneration Policy
(iii) Policy on Disclosure of Material Events
(iv) Policy on preservation of Documents
(y) Policy on archival of data
(vi) Whistle Blower Policy
(vii) Policy on Related Party Transactions
(viii) POSH Policy
(ix) Dividend Distribution Policy
(x) Policy on Material Subsidiary
22. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION
OF THE COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH THIS
FINANCIAL STATEMENT RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT:
There was no material changes and commitments have occurred between the end of the
Companys financial year of the Company to which the financial statements relate and the
date of
the report which may affect the financial position of the Company or its status as a
"Going
Concern".
23. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL & INTERNAL AUDIT:
The Company has in place a robust internal control system, commensurate with the size,
scale, and
complexity of its operations. These controls are supported by well-documented policies and
standard operating procedures that govern key business processes. The internal control
framework is designed to ensure the orderly and efficient conduct of business, including
adherence
to internal policies, safeguarding of assets, prevention and detection of frauds and
errors, accuracy
and completeness of accounting records, and timely preparation of reliable financial
information.
In compliance with Section 138 of the Act and the applicable provisions of the SEBI
Listing
Regulations, the Company has established a structured Internal Audit function. The scope,
authority, and functioning of the internal audit are defined and reviewed periodically by
the Audit
Committee. Internal audits are conducted at regular intervals to assess the effectiveness
of
operational and financial controls and to provide assurance on the design and operating
effectiveness of internal systems.
The internal audits during the year focused on key functional areas such as inventory
management,
stock, Human Resources, IT systems, and operational efficiency. The audit findings were
presented
to the Audit Committee on a quarterly basis, along with managements responses and
action plans.
Follow-up mechanisms are in place to ensure the timely implementation of corrective
measures.
The internal and operational audit responsibilities are assigned to Mr. Manas Dash,
Chartered
Accountant who function independently and report directly to the Audit Committee to ensure
objectivity and transparency in the audit process. The primary focus of their audit
activities is to
conduct a comprehensive assessment of business risks, evaluate the effectiveness of
internal
controls, and review core business processes for efficiency, compliance, and alignment
with
industry best practices.
24. INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND flEPFU
There is no amount due to be transferred to the IEPF account. Hence, Clause is not applicable.
25. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS:
During the year under review. The Company has entered into any transactions with
related parties
therefore, Form AOC-2 has been annexed as "Annexure I" required to furnish
pursuant to 188(1)
of the Companies Act 2013 read with Rule 8(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
Your Company has in place a Policy on Related Party Transactions for purpose of
identification and
monitoring of Related Party Transactions and is published on the Companys website i.e.
https: //nutricircle.in/
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, the SEBI (Listing
Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and the Companys Policy on Materiality and
Dealing
with Related Party Transactions, all relevant information pertaining to proposed RPTs
including
transaction details, nature of the relationship, commercial rationale, and pricing
justification is
submitted for prior review and approval of the Audit Committee.
Additionally, the Company periodically updates its Related Party Transaction policy to
incorporate
changes in law and evolving governance best practices.
26. PARTICULARS OF LOANS. GUARANTEES. SECURITIES OR INVESTMENTS:
The company has neither given any loans or guarantees nor made any investments as
covered
under the provisions of section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 during the financial year
2024-25.
27. DEPOSITS U/S 73 TO 76A OF COMPANIES ACT 2013:
During the financial year, The Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning
of
Section 73 to 76A of the Companies Act, 2013 of the Act, read with the Rules made
thereunder.
Hence, Clause is not applicable.
28. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR
COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANYS
OPERATIONS IN FUTURE:
During the year under review, the Company has received the email dated 13th
December, 2024 from
BSE for payment of SOP Fine for Late submission with requirement of Regulation 33 of SEBI
(LODR)
Regulation, 2015 for the Quarter ended September 2024 and the company has paid the fine of
Rs.
53,100/- on 13th December, 2024.
During the year under review, the Company has received the email dated 1st
October, 2024 from BSE
for payment of SOP Fine for Late submission with requirement of Regulation 31 of SEBI
(LODR)
Regulation, 2015 for the Quarter ended March 2016 and the company has paid the fine of Rs.
2360/- on
1st October, 2024.
There are no significant material orders passed by the Regulators / Courts which would
impact the
going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
29. DETAILS OF APPLICATIONS MADE OR PROCEEDINGS UNDER INSOLVENCY AND
BANKRUPTCY CODE. 2016:-
During the year under review, there is no application made or proceedings in the name
of the
company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
30. ENVIRONMENT. HEALTH AND SAFETY :
Your Company remains fully committed to upholding the highest standards of legal
compliance and
operational excellence in all aspects of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
management.
During the year under review, the Company continued to focus on energy and water
conservation,
enhanced utilization of renewable energy sources, and efforts to minimize waste generation
across
operations. These initiatives are in alignment with the Companys broader goals of
sustainable
development and environmental stewardship.
The Company recognizes that safety is not a one-time initiative but an ongoing journey
of
continuous improvement. Accordingly, it has outlined future plans aimed at further
enhancing the
overall workforce well-being, promoting a proactive approach to health and safety, and
embedding
a strong safety-first culture throughout all operational sites.
Additionally, your Company reaffirms its commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and
secure
working environment across all manufacturing units and office, thereby ensuring a
responsible and
people-centric approach to organizational growth.
30. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY:
Your Company is committed to fostering a work environment that upholds the highest
standards of
safety, ethics, and legal compliance across all levels of its operations. To this end, a
structured Vigil
Mechanism / Whistle blower Policy have been implemented in line with the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015.
These mechanisms are designed to enable employees and other stakeholders to
confidentially
report concerns regarding actual or suspected misconduct, including unethical behavior,
violations
of legal or regulatory requirements, and breaches of the Companys Code of Conduct. The
system
ensures that disclosures are handled in a fair, transparent, and secure manner, without
fear of
retaliation. Comprehensive information on the Companys Vigil Mechanism and Whistle blower
Policy is provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of
this
Integrated Annual Report. The Policy is also available on the Companys official website
i.e.
https: //nutricircle.in/
There were no Complaints received for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025.
31. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY:
The Company continues to have an effective Risk Management process in place. The
Company has
in place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate various risks to key
business
objectives. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically
addressed also
discussed at the meetings of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of the
Company.
Major risks, if any, identified by the business and functions are systematically addressed
through
mitigating action on a continuous basis.
32. AUDITORS & THEIR QUALIFICATION OR REMARKS OR OBSERVATION:
STATUTORY AUDITORS:
As per section 139(2] of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules made thereunder, it is
mandatory
to rotate the statutory auditors on completion of two terms of five consecutive years and
each such
term would require approval of the Members. In line with the requirements of the Companies
Act,
2013, Statutory Auditors M/s NSVR & Asscoiates., LLP Chartered Accountants (ICAI Firm
Registration: 008801S/S200060] were appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a
period of five consecutive years at the till the Conclusion of 35th Annual General Meeting
of the
Company to be held in the year 2028.
*The Auditors Report on the Financial Statements for the year ended 31st
March 2025 has given
the qualification; that an unsecured loan of Rs. 50.00 lakhs is outstanding from Mr. K.
Veersham to
Nutricircle Limited.
Boards Reply:
During the Year 2017-18 Nutricircle limited has paid Rs 50 Lakhs for Crop Organizer
farmer K
Veersham for cultivating certain verities of Crop Quinoa , Jowar and chick pea due to
adverse
climate conditions the crops completely damaged with out yield and Mr K Veersham promised
to
cultivate further breeds for company in future in compensation to loss but almost company
has
negotiating for years and he is not responding and due to sensitivity of the matter of
farmers
company is unable to take rigors steps to perform the commitment.
The company has tried to communicate him for confirmation of the receipt but K Veersham
is
failed to respond and also company is not in position to recover the advance in any other
means .
The company has provided the Auditor the same information but due to lack for confirmation
the
auditor qualified the opinion. Company also confirms the same that recovery is certainly
not
possible.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR & REPORT:
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 204 [1] of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 9
of
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel] Rules, 2014, Mrs. Mayuri
Jain from M/s. Jain Mayuri & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries (Membership
No. A41413
and COP. 15664] was appointed to conduct secretarial audit for term of 3 financial years
2025-26
to 2027-28.
The Secretarial Audit Report, provided by the Secretarial Auditor, is annexed as
"Annexure-IV"
and forms an integral part of this Report. The observations made in the Report are
self-explanatory
and do not warrant any further comments or explanations from the Board. Furthermore, the
Secretarial Auditor has not reported any instances of fraud under Section 143(12] of the
Companies Act, 2013. Accordingly, there are no disclosures required under Section
134(3](ca] of
the Act.
33. REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS:
During the year under review, neither the Statutory Auditors nor the Secretarial
Auditor has
reported to the Audit Committee under Section 143(12] of the Companies Act, 2013, any
instances
of fraud committed against the Company by its officers or employees, the details of which
would
need to be mentioned in the Boards Report.
34. ACCOUNTING STANDARDS:
The Company has followed Indian Accounting Standards (IND AS] issued by the Ministry of
Corporate Affairs in the preparation of its financial statements.
35. ANNUAL RETURN:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 92(3] of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule
12 of the
Companies (Management and Administration] Rules, 2014, the Annual Return of the Company
has
been made available on the Companys official website i.e. https://nutricircle.in/
36. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE:
The Company remains steadfast in its commitment to upholding the highest standards of
Corporate Governance, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and ethical business
practices in
all aspects of its operations. In accordance with Regulation 34 read with Schedule V of
the SEBI
Listing Regulations, a separate report on Corporate Governance has been included as part
of this
Integrated Annual Report as Annexure-II.
As on March 31, 2025 the paid up capital of the company is Rs 10,00,00,000 and Net
worth is
Rs.5,79,80,599. Since the company falls in the threshold limits prescribed under
Regulation 15(2],
the provision relating to Corporate Governance are applicable to company.
""Pursuant to the Regulation 15(2] of the SEBI (LODR], 2015 the provision
relating to Corporate
Governance as specified in Regulation 17 to 27 and other applicable clauses are applicable
to the
company from the Quarter ended December 30, 2024.
Additionally, a certificate issued by Mrs. Mayuri Jain from M/s. Jain Mayuri &
Associates, Practicing
Company Secretaries (Membership No. A41413 and COP. 15664], Secretarial Auditor of the
Company, confirming compliance with the Corporate Governance requirements as prescribed
under the Listing Regulations is annexed as Annexure- II.
37. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT :
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report for the year under review, as stipulated
under
the Regulation 34 read with Schedule V of SEBI Listing Regulations, forms part of this
Annual
Report and is annexed as Annexure-III.
The states of the affairs of the business along with the financial and operational
developments have
been discussed in detail in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report.
38. DISCLOSURE UNDER SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE fPREVENTION.
PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAI.1 ACT. 2013:
The Company is firmly committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive
workplace and
maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of discrimination or harassment. In
alignment
with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition and
Redressal] Act, 2013, the Company has implemented a comprehensive Anti-Harassment and
Grievance Redressal Policy.
To ensure proper handling of such matters, an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC] is
constituted
at the Group level to address and resolve complaints related to sexual harassment in a
timely and
fair manner. The policy clearly outlines the procedures, roles, and responsibilities
involved in
addressing such concerns and aims to offer guidance and support to employees across all
offices of
the Company. The policy covers all women employees, including those who are permanent,
temporary, or contractual. It is introduced to all employees during their induction.
During the financial year under review, the Company has not received any complaints
pertaining to
sexual harassment.
The details of complaints reported under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
(Prevention,
Prohibition and Redressal] Act, 2013 during F.Y 2024-25 are as follows:
1. Number of complaints at the beginning of the financial year |
-Nil |
2. Number of complaints filed and resolved during the financial year-Nil |
|
3. Number of complaints pending at the end of the financial year |
-Nil |
39. PARTICULARS OF CONSERVATION OF ENERGY. TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND
FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNING AND OUTGO:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3](m] of the Companies Act, 2013, read
with Rule
8(3] of the Companies (Accounts] Rules, 2014, the relevant information pertaining to
conservation
of energy, technology absorption, and foreign exchange earnings and outgo is as follows:
Conservation of energy: -
The steps taken or impact on conservation of energy: N.A.
The steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate sources of energy: N.A.
The capital investment on energy conservation equipment: N.A.
Technology absorption:-
The efforts made towards technology absorption: N.A.
The benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction product development or
import
substitution: N.A.
In case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning
of the financial year] -
The details of technology imported: N.A.
The year of import: N.A.
Whether the technology been fully absorbed. N.A.
If not fully absorbed, areas where absorption has not taken place and the reasons
thereof; and: N.A.
The expenditure incurred on Research and Development. N.A.
Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo: N.A.
40. SECRETARIAL STANDARDS COMPLIANCES:
Your Company has complied with the Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of
Company
Secretaries of India on Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS-1] and General Meetings
(SS-2].
41. 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:
The Company has not required to do Valuation Report and not required to do any
settlement with
the bank
42. COMPLIANCE WITH THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT. 1961:
The Company affirms that it has duly complied with all provisions of the Maternity
Benefit Act,
1961, and has extended all statutory benefits to eligible women employees during the year.
43. LISTING WITH STOCK EXCHANGES:
Shares of the Company are listed on BSE Limited and the Company confirms that it has
paid the
annual Listing Fees for the year 2024-25.
44. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR DIRECTORS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT:
The Board of Directors has adopted a policy and procedure on Code of Conduct for the
Board
Members and employees of the Company in accordance with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insiders
Trading] Regulations, 2015. This Code helps the Company to maintain the Standard of
Business
Ethics and ensure compliance with the legal requirements of the Company.
The Code is aimed at preventing any wrong doing and promoting ethical conduct at the
Board and
by employees. The Compliance Officer is responsible to ensure adherence to the Code by all
concerned. The Code lays down the standard of Conduct which is expected to be followed
by the
Directors and the designated employees in their business dealings and in particular on
matters
relating to integrity in the workplace, in business practices and in dealing with
stakeholders.
All the Board Members and the Senior Management Personnel have confirmed Compliance
with
the Code. Declaration of Code of Conduct is annexed as Annexure- VI.
45. DISCLOSURE REOUIREMENTS:-
The Company has devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all
applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
and is of
the view that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
46. MAINTAINANCF OF COST RECORDS:-
The Company is not required to maintain cost records as specified by the Central
Government
under sub-section (1] of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013.
47. CAUTIONARY STATEMENT:-
Certain statements made in this Report, including those under Management Discussion and
Analysis, Corporate Governance, the Notice to Shareholders, and other sections of the
Annual
Report, may constitute "forward-looking statements" as per applicable laws and
regulations. These
statements reflect the Companys current intentions, expectations, projections, or
forecasts
regarding future performance.
However, actual outcomes may vary materially from those expressed or implied, owing to
changes
in market conditions, economic developments, or unforeseen circumstances. The Company does
not assume any obligation or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such
forward-
looking statements, which may be subject to revision based on future events, developments,
or the
availability of new information.
47. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The Directors acknowledge and sincerely appreciate the dedication, perseverance, and
hard work
demonstrated by all employees across the Company. They also extend their heartfelt thanks
to the
shareholders, government bodies, regulatory authorities, banks, stock exchanges,
depositories,
auditors, customers, vendors, business associates, suppliers, distributors, and the
communities
surrounding the Companys operations. The Directors are grateful for their continued
support,
trust, and confidence in the Companys Management.
For and on behalf of Nutricirde Limited
Sd/- |
Sd/- |
Hitesh Mohanlal Patel |
Chandra Sheker Jadhav |
Managing Director |
Whole Time Director |
DIN: 02080625 |
DIN:01495009 |
Date: 06th August 2025 |
Place: Hyderabad |
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