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Market Cap. (Rs.) 20.48 Cr. P/BV 2.79 Book Value (Rs.) 6.81
52 Week High/Low (Rs.) 39/15 FV/ML 10/1 P/E(X) 0.00
Bookclosure 22/08/2024 EPS (Rs.) 0.00 Div Yield (%) 0.00
Year End :2025-03 

It is our privilege to present the 31st Annual Report of the Company for the financial year 2024¬
25, along with the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March 2025. The year
under review has been one of remarkable progress and strategic milestones that will shape the
long-term trajectory of our business. Despite a dynamic and often challenging operating
environment, we remained committed to our core values of excellence, innovation, and integrity,
reinforcing our leadership position in the Cattle Feed industry.

GLOBAL ECONOMY

The global economy exhibited cautious resilience in FY 2024-25, navigating through continued
geopolitical uncertainties, elevated public debt levels, trade tensions due to tariff escalations, and
moderate inflation. Global GDP growth slowed to an estimated 2.4% to 2.9% during the year,
reflecting the impact of subdued global trade and weak momentum in major economies including
China. Despite these challenges, structural reforms and policy-driven investments in productivity
and sustainability helped maintain a steady growth trajectory. Against this backdrop, India
continued to stand out as the world's fastest-growing major economy, registering a robust GDP
growth of approximately 6.4-6.5% in FY 2024-25.

The performance was largely driven by strong domestic consumption, increased capital
formation, and continued government focus on infrastructure and rural development. The
agriculture and allied sectors remained a crucial pillar, supported by favourable monsoons and
increased rural spending, while the construction and services sectors also witnessed strong
growth. India's economic momentum and policy stability once again reinforced its position as a
resilient and forward-looking economy amid global headwinds.

OUTLOOK FOR THE INDIAN ECONOMY

Despite the ongoing global economic volatility, the Indian economy enters FY 2024-25 with a
strong sense of optimism and resilience. Backed by stable political leadership, a sharp focus on
infrastructure-led growth, increasing private sector participation, and healthy consumer
sentiment, India continues to chart a steady growth trajectory. The government's sustained push
on public capital expenditure, coupled with improved credit availability and healthy corporate
balance sheets, has strengthened the foundation for long-term expansion. Monetary policy has
remained balanced and supportive, ensuring liquidity while keeping inflation in check. With
strong domestic demand, rising capacity utilization across key sectors, and a thriving
consumption base, India is well-positioned to navigate global headwinds and sustain its role as
one of the fastest-growing major economies.

India's outlook remains upbeat, with growth forecasts holding firmly in the 6.3-6.7% range for
FY 2025-26 despite global uncertainties. The ADB expects GDP growth of 6.7% in FY2025
(ending March 2026), Deloitte and OECD both predict 6.3-6.5% growth for FY 2024-25 and 6.3¬
6.7% next year S&P and ICRA also forecast over 6.5% growth, driven by resilient domestic
demand and tax relief.

The agricultural sector which is critical for rural incomes continues to support this momentum,
with FICCI projecting farm growth of 3.6% in FY 2024-25 and Q4 of year 2024-25 agricultural
GVA hitting 5.8%, aided by bumper crop output, including a 6.8% increase in foodgrain
production. Boosted by a robust monsoon (105% of long-term average) and continued
government investment such as the six-year Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana aimed
at 1.7 crore farmers, the agrarian economy not only underpins rural demand and inflation control
but also fuels ongoing expansion. Overall, India at 6.5-6.7% growth, with a healthy agricultural

performance, remains on track to accelerate towards the $5 trillion milestone and the vision of
becoming the world's 3rd-largest economy.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Prima Industries Ltd, a prominent member of the Prima Group of Companies, stands out as a
diversified industrial group deeply rooted in the Agro & FMCG sectors. Headquartered in Kochi,
the company maintains a robust presence throughout Kerala, supported by manufacturing
facilities strategically located in Cochin, Trivandrum, Palakkad, Aluva, and Koratty.

Since its inception on 17th November 1994 as a publicly listed entity, Prima Industries Ltd has
made significant strides in the industrial landscape. Located across 18 acres in the New Industrial
Development Area on Menon Para Road, Kanjikode, Palakkad-678621, the company operates
three crucial production units: a Solvent Extraction Plant, an Edible Oil Refinery, and a
Compounded Animal Feed Plant.

Prima Industries Ltd has earned a reputation for its unwavering commitment to quality and
reliability, key pillars that underpin its steady growth trajectory. The company has established
itself as a trusted partner in contract manufacturing for KSE Limited, distinguishing itself in a
competitive market landscape. Notably, in the realm of edible oil refining, Prima Industries Ltd
faces competition from industry stalwarts like Kerafed, Periyar Oil Mills, Chakkiyath Oil Mills, and
Vallukkaran Oil Mills, among others.

Through its dedication to excellence and a customer-centric approach, Prima Industries Ltd
continues to strengthen its position as a leader in the agro-industrial sector, setting benchmarks
for quality and customer satisfaction.

1. STATE OF COMPANY'S AFFAIRS AND FUTURE OUTLOOK

The Prima Group of Companies has been built on a solid foundation of trust that we have
established with all stakeholders over the last three decades. The year gone by is representative
of the value Prima Industries Limited continues to create for all its stakeholders. The overall
performance of the Company has witnessed a slight decline in sales. The total turnover of the
Company is Rs. 75.48 Million during the Financial Year 2024-25 as against Rs. 79.37 Million
during the previous year.

The Animal Feed Division of Prima Industries Limited functions towards backward integration as
major portion of de-oiled cake produced in its plant would be consumed for its Animal Feed Unit
by the Job contractor. Hygienically prepared and packed Cattle Feed in pellets form is being
produced in this plant with modern technology and skill. This unit, as presently structured, is
poised to produce a variety of Animal Feeds. The Company has installed the most modern plant
with computerized controls. By adopting sophisticated techniques and evolving recipes with
appropriate ingredients to meet the nutritional and energy requirements of cattle, poultry and
goats, Prima has been able to supply cattle feeds of high quality to the domestic market.

The Solvent Extraction Division at Prima Industries Ltd is a sophisticated unit capable of
processing diverse oil cakes, rice bran, and various oil-bearing materials. This versatility allows
the division to capitalize on seasonal price variations of raw materials, thereby optimizing
operational efficiencies. The Solvent Extraction Division has been honored with the Second Best
Solvent Extractor Award (India) for the preceding four consecutive years.

Your company is currently revamping its Edible Oil Refinery following necessary repairs and has
entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an oil supplier to refine 500 MT of
crude oil per month.

Looking ahead, Prima Industries Ltd is poised for strong growth, committed to delivering
unparalleled value to its customers. Supported by government initiatives aimed at enhancing
economic conditions, including fostering new employment opportunities and business prospects,

the company remains optimistic about the future. As a socially responsible entity, Prima
Industries Ltd is dedicated to contributing positively to the national economy, ensuring sustained
development and prosperity for the nation.

2. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

The Audited Financial Statements of your Company as on 31st March, 2025 are prepared in
accordance with the relevant applicable Ind AS and Regulation 33 of the Securities and Exchange
Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“SEBI
Listing Regulations”) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Act”).

The financial year 2024-25 was marked by significant macroeconomic and operational
challenges, resulting in a net loss of ^2.96 Millions compared to profit of ^4.54 Millions during the
previous year. This was largely due to elevated input costs, subdued demand in key markets, and
strategic investments in marketing and new product lines. The management has already initiated
a comprehensive turnaround strategy focused on cost optimization, digital transformation, and
margin enhancement. We remain optimistic that these actions will position the Company for
sustainable growth in the coming financial years.

KEY FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

The financial performance of your Company during the Financial Year 2024-2025 is produced
below:

Financial Hiehliehts (Statement of Profit and Loss) (figures in million)

Particulars

Standalone

Consolidated

FY 2024-25

FY 2023-24

FY 2024-25

FY 2023¬
24

Revenue from operation

75.48

79.37

75.48

79.37

Other Income

08.75

18.08

08.75

18.08

Total Income

84.23

97.45

84.23

97.45

Less: Depreciation and
amortization expense

02.55

06.18

02.55

06.18

Less: Other expenses

80.80

78.87

80.80

78.87

Profit before Exceptional Items

00.88

12.39

00.88

12.39

Add/(Less): Exceptional items and
Prior Period item

00.00

00.00

00.00

00.00

Profit Before Tax

00.88

12.39

00.88

12.39

Less: Tax expense

03.84

07.85

03.84

07.85

Net Profit for the Year

-02.96

04.54

-02.96

04.54

Paid up equity share capital (No. of
shares) (Face value per share
Rs.10 each)

10.79

10.79

10.79

10.79

Earnings per equity share from
continuing operations (Basic)

-0.27

0.42

-0.27

0.42

Earnings per equity share from
continuing operations (Diluted)

-0.27

0.42

-0.27

0.42

3. CHANGE IN NATURE OF BUSINESS

There is no 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.

4. CHANGES IN SHARE CAPITAL

There were no changes in the share Capital during the year. Further report that:

a. The Company has not bought back any of its securities during the year under review.

b. The Company has not issued any Sweat Equity Shares during the year under review.

c. No Bonus Shares were issued during the year under review.

d. The Company has not provided any Stock Option Scheme to the employees.

e. The Company has not issued any Equity shares with Differential Rights.

f. The Company, with the written consent of the sole Preference Shareholder, Ayyappa Roller
Flour Mills Ltd holding 100% of the Preference Shares, has extended the redemption period
of its 2nd lot of 60,00,000 Redeemable Preference Shares from 3 years to 13 years. These
shares were originally issued on 27th March 2013 and are due for redemption on 26th March
2026. In accordance with Section 55(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, which permits preference
shares to be redeemed within a period of up to 20 years, it is now proposed to further extend
the redemption period by an additional 7 years, up to 26th March 2033. This proposal is being
placed before the members for approval at the 31st Annual General Meeting, as detailed in the
Notice forming part of this Annual Report.

g. The Company has obtained shareholders' approval at its 30th Annual General Meeting for filing
an application with the Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) seeking approval for
the redemption of 1st lot of 51,97,403 Cumulative Preference Shares. These shares were
originally issued on 24th July 2002 and became due for redemption on 23rd July 2022. The
matter is currently under consideration before the NCLT, and the proceedings are ongoing.

5. DEPOSITS

Your Company has not invited any deposits from public and shareholders in accordance with the
provisions of Section 73 and 74 of the Companies Act, 2013.

6. DIVIDEND

With a view to conserve the resources of the Company, the Directors are not recommending any
dividend on Equity Shares or Redeemable Preference Shares for the year under review.

Your Company does not have a Dividend Distribution Policy in place as your Company does not
fall under the threshold mentioned under Regulation 43A of the SEBI (Listing Obligation and
Disclosure Requirements) 2015.

7. TRANSFER TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND(IEPF)

During the period under review, your Company has not declared any dividend on its Equity
Shares or Redeemable Preference Shares.

As on March 31, 2025, there are no unclaimed or unpaid dividends, thus eliminating the need for
any transfer of funds to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).

8. AMOUNTS TRANSFERRED TO RESERVES

Your Directors do not propose to transfer any amount to General Reserve.

9. PARTICULARS OF LOAN, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS UNDER SECTION 185 & 186 OF
THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013.

Your company has not given directly or indirectly any loan to any person or other body corporate
or has given any guarantee or provided security in connection with a loan to any other body
corporate or person; and has not acquired by way of subscription, purchase or otherwise, the
securities of any other body corporate, exceeding sixty per cent of its paid-up share capital, free
reserves and securities premium account or one hundred per cent of its free reserves and
securities premium account, whichever is more during the Financial year 2024-25.

The Company had previously taken an approval from the shareholders for a limit upto 5 crores
at the 28th AGM of the Company. Your Company is proposing to raise the threshold to 10 crores
and the same is proposed under Item No. 5 of the Notice of the 31st AGM which forms part of this
Annual Report.

10. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENT WITH RELATED PARTIES

The Related Party Transactions that were entered during the Financial Year under review were
in the ordinary course of business. There were no materially significant Related Party
Transactions entered into by the Company during the year under review other than those
reported in the accounts. The Company has a process in place to periodically review and monitor
Related Party Transactions. All the related party transactions were in the ordinary course of
business and at arm's length as prescribed under Section 188(1) of the Companies Act, 2013. The
Audit Committee has approved all related party transactions for the FY 2024-25 and estimated
transactions for FY 2025-26.

As your Company has not entered into any transactions with related parties which could be
considered material in terms of Section 188 of the Act, the disclosure of related party transactions
as required under Section 134(3)(h) of the Act, in Form AOC 2, is not applicable. The information
required under Regulation 23 of the SEBI Listing Regulations read with SEBI Circular dated 22nd
November, 2021 is provided as
Appendix 2 and 3 of the Notice of the 31st Annual General
Meeting.

11. SUBSIDIARY/ ASSOCIATE/ JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES

Your Company does not have any subsidiaries, joint ventures or associate companies.

12. ANNUAL RETURN

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3) (a) of the Act, the draft Annual Return as on 31st
March, 2025 prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 92(3) of the Act is made
available on the website of your Company at
www.primaindustries.in.

13. INTERNAL AUDITORS

Your Company has in place adequate internal financial controls with reference to the Financial
Statements. Your Company has appointed M/s Grand Mark and Associates, Chartered
Accountants (FRN 011317N) as the Internal Auditor for the Financial Year 2024-2025. The Audit
Committee had considered and approved its Internal Audit Report for the FY 2024-25 and the
same was reviewed by the Statutory Auditors of the Company and adopted by the Board of
Directors at its meeting held on 27th May 2025. Further, M/s Grand Mark and Associates,
Chartered Accountants (FRN 011317N) were also appointed as the Internal Auditor for the
Financial Year 2025-26.

14. STATUTORY AUDITORS

M/s. G. Joseph & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 006310S) were
appointed as the Statutory Auditors for the term of five consecutive years, from the conclusion of
the 28th Annual General Meeting held on 15th September, 2022 till the conclusion of the 33rd
Annual General Meeting to be held in the year 2027 to examine and audit the accounts of the
Company during the said period. Your Company has received confirmation from the Statutory
Auditors to the effect that their appointment, is in accordance with the limits specified under the
Act and the firm satisfies the criteria specified in Section 141 of the Act read with Rule 4 of the
Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014. In accordance with the provisions of the Act, the
appointment of Statutory Auditors is not required to be ratified at every Annual General Meeting.

The Statutory Auditor's report for Financial Year 2024-25 does not contain any qualifications,
reservations, adverse remarks or disclaimers, which would be required to be dealt with in the
Boards' Report, except for the remarks and the corresponding management explanations
provided in Note 18 of the Board's report. Also, the Notes to the Financial Statements referred in
the Auditors Report are self-explanatory.

15. SECRETARIAL AUDITORS

Your Company has appointed M/s M/s. BVR & Associates Company Secretaries LLP as the
Secretarial Auditor for the Financial Year 2024-2025. In line with the recent amendment to the

Listing Regulations, the Secretarial Auditors are required to be rotated every ten years.
Accordingly, in terms of provisions of Section 204 of the Act, read with the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board of Directors
(the Board), on recommendation of the Audit Committee, at its meeting held on 27th May 2025
appointed M/s. BVR & Associates Company Secretaries LLP (FRN. AAE-7079), Practicing
Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for first term of five years from 01st
April 2025 to 31st March 2030 subject to approval by Shareholders in the ensuing 31st Annual
General Meeting to hold office till the conclusion of the 36th AGM of the Company to be held in the
year 2030 and to carry out Secretarial Audit under the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies
Act, 2013 throughout the said Financial years. M/s. BVR & Associates Company Secretaries LLP
have confirmed they are not disqualified from being appointed as the Secretarial Auditors of the
Company and satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria.

The report of the Secretarial Auditor for the Financial Year 2024-25 in Form MR-3 is annexed to
this report as
Annexure I. The Secretarial Audit Report and Secretarial Compliance Report for
the Financial year 2024-25, does not contain any qualification, reservation, or adverse remark,
except for an observation and the corresponding management explanations provided in Note
18(b) of the Board's report. During the year under review, the Secretarial Auditors have not
reported any instances of fraud under Section 143(12) of the Act and therefore disclosure of
details under Section 134(3) (ca) of the Act is not applicable.

16. COST AUDITORS

Your Company does not fall within the purview of the eligibility criteria prescribed under the
Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 for the appointment of a Cost Auditor for the
Financial Year 2024-25. Accordingly, a cost audit was not conducted for the said year. However,
the Company continues to maintain adequate cost records in compliance with the requirements
of the aforementioned rules.

17. BOARD MEETINGS

During the Financial Year 2024-25, your Company convened five Board Meetings on the
following dates: 30th May 2024, 25th July 2024, 11th September 2024, 6th November 2024, and 5th
February 2025. Detailed disclosures regarding Board Meetings are provided in the Corporate
Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report.

18. EXPLANATION TO AUDITOR'S REMARKS
A) STATUTORY AUDIT REPORT

The Statutory Auditors have issued an unqualified Audit Report for the financial year 2024¬
25, with certain observations pertaining to related party transactions and the redemption of
preference shares. With respect to the related party transactions, the observations relate to
loans which are well within the limits prescribed under Sections 185 and 186 of the
Companies Act, 2013. The Management clarifies that a threshold approval limit of ^5 crores
was duly approved by the shareholders at the 28th Annual General Meeting of the Company
held in the year 2022. Additionally, the observations concerning the redemption of
preference shares and transactions under Section 185 have been duly addressed. The
Management Representation detailing these matters has been submitted to the Auditors.

The specific remarks of the Auditors and corresponding Management explanations are
disclosed in the Notes to the Financial Statements forming part of the Balance Sheet as at 31st
March, 2025. These notes are self-explanatory and, accordingly, no further comments are
required under Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013.

B) SECRETARIAL AUDIT REPORT

The Secretarial Auditors also had submitted an unqualified Audit Report for the Financial
Year 2024-25 except for the following observations:

Observation. 1.

The Company has complied with the provisions of Equity listing Agreements and SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) entered into with Bombay Stock
Exchange.

However, it is noted that dematerialization of promoter shareholding is less than 100%
(98.62% of the total promoter shareholding has been dematerialized and the rest 1.38% is
in the process of dematerialization and the company is in the process of such conversion.

As per the Management representation it is stated that the company has already requested
the promoter share holder to dematerialize their physical holding. One such Promoter
informed that the corresponding share certificate which was misplaced has been traced out
and shall take steps apply for dematerialization of the same.

19. MATERIAL CHANGES AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY

During the reporting year there were no material changes or events occurred affecting the
financial position of the Company.

20. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS
AND OUTGO

The information of Conservation of Energy as required under Section 134(3)(m) of the
Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is not applicable to the
business segments in which your Company operates. However, the initiatives by the Company is
detailed out in
Annexure-II.

During the year, your Company has not earned any Foreign Exchange and there is no outgo in
Foreign Exchange.

21. DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY

The Board of Directors has adopted a Risk Management Policy which sets out the framework for
the management of risks faced by the Company in the conduct of its business to ensure that all
business risks are identified, managed and monitored.

Your company has voluntarily constituted a Risk Management Committee and the composition is
detailed under Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Report. The Committee on
timely basis informs the Board of Directors about risk assessment and minimization procedures
which in the opinion of the Committee may threaten the existence of the Company, if any. The
details of Risk Management Committee and its frequency of meetings are included in the
Corporate Governance Report. Your Company had insured all its fixed assets to cover all financial
risks. The Audit Committee has additional oversight in the area of financial risks and controls.

22. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NAME

CATEGORY

Mr. S.K Gupta

Chairman & Managing Director

Mrs. Swati Gupta

Non-Executive Director

Mr. Kushagra Gupta

Non-Executive Director & CFO

Mrs. Sarita Jindal

Non-Executive Director

Mrs. Neethu Subramoniyan

Independent Non-Executive Director

Mrs. Arya Surendran

Independent Non-Executive Director

Ms. Mayuri Sinha

Independent Non-Executive Director

Mrs. Hemalatha.G

Independent Non-Executive Director

KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL

NAME

CATEGORY

Mr. S.K Gupta

Chairman & Managing Director

Mr. Kushagra Gupta

Chief Financial Officer

Mrs. Malavika. S Kumar

Company Secretary (as on 31st March 2025)

Ms. Nayana V B

Company Secretary (w.e.f 01 August, 2025)

During the year under review the following were the changes in the composition of Board
and KMP
:

Ms. Mayuri Sinha (DIN: 08915515) was appointed with effect from 17.05.2024 and Mr. Kushagra
Gupta (DIN: 08477477), Mrs. Neethu Subramoniyan (DIN: 08788544), Mrs. Arya Surendran
(DIN: 10625534) and Mrs. Hemalatha. G (DIN: 10705286) were appointed with effect from
25.07.2024.

Pursuant to Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the Board of Directors hereby states
that, in its opinion, the independent directors appointed during the financial year possess the
requisite integrity, expertise, experience, and proficiency as required for effectively discharging
their duties.

Except for the above, there were no other changes in the Board of the Company during the
Financial Year 2024-25.

Mrs. Sandhya Gopi, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, resigned with effect from 30th
May, 2024 due to personal reasons as stated in her resignation letter. Following her resignation,
Mrs. Malavika S. Kumar was appointed as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer with
effect from 01st June, 2024. Except for the above, there were no other changes in the Key
Managerial Personnel of the Company during the Financial Year 2024-25.

After the year under review, Mrs. Malavika S. Kumar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer,
resigned with effect from 30th July, 2025 due to personal reasons as stated in her resignation
letter. Following her resignation, Ms. Nayana V B was appointed as the Company Secretary and
Compliance Officer with effect from 01st August 2025.

Mr. Kushgra Gupta (DIN: 08477477), Director, retires by rotation at the ensuing 31st Annual
General Meeting and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment. The Board recommends his
re-appointment on recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

Brief details of Directors proposed to be appointed/re-appointed, as required under Regulation
36 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, are provided in the Notice of the 31st Annual General Meeting
as
Appendix 1.

The Composition of the Board and Committees are made available on the website of the Company.

23. COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD

The details of various committees constituted by the Board, including the committees mandated
pursuant to the applicable provisions of the Act and SEBI Listing Regulations, are given in the
Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.

24. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT & MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
OR TRIBUNAL

No orders were passed by the authorities which impacts the going concern status and Company's
operations in future.

25. INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM AND THEIR ADEQUACY

The Company has a proper and adequate internal control system to ensure that all assets are
safeguarded and protected against loss from unauthorized use or disposition and those
transactions are authorised, recorded and reported correctly. The internal control is exercised
through documented policies, guidelines and procedures. This is periodically reviewed by the
Audit committee to ensure effectiveness of the internal control system. The internal control is
designed to ensure that the financial and other records are reliable for preparing financial
statements and other data, and for maintaining accountability of persons. The adequacy of
internal financial controls is included in Management Discussion and Analysis Report (MDAR)
which is annexed to the Board's Report as
Annexure III.

26. DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS

The Company has four Independent Directors on Board. The Company has received the necessary
declaration from each Independent Director in accordance with Section 149(7) of the Companies
Act, 2013, that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down in sub section (6) of Section
149 of the Companies Act, 2013 and subsequently the same was place at the Board Meeting held
on 27th May 2025.

The Company has received the necessary declaration from each Independent Director in
accordance with Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013, that they meet the criteria of
Independence as laid down in sub section (6) of Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 and
subsequently the same was place at the Board Meeting held on the same date. The Board is of the
opinion that the Independent Directors of the Company possess requisite qualifications,
experience and expertise and they hold highest standards of integrity.

27. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) POLICY

As per the Companies Act, 2013, every company having net worth of 500 crore or more, or
turnover of 1000 crore or more or net profit of 5 crore or more during the immediately preceding
financial year are required to constitute a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the
Board of Directors comprising three or more directors, at least one of whom should be an
independent director and such company shall spend at least 2% of the average net profits of the
company's three immediately preceding financial years. None of the above criteria become
applicable to your Company during the year under review.

28. AUDIT COMMITTEE

The Audit Committee comprises of Mrs. Neethu Subramoniyan (DIN-08788544) Non-Executive
Independent Director as Chairperson, Mr. Kushagra Gupta (DIN-08477477) Non-Executive Non
Independent Director and Mrs. Arya Surendran (DIN: 10625534), Non-Executive Independent
Director as members.

The Committee had convened four meetings during the period under review. The details are given
in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.

29. STATEMENT INDICATING THE MANNER IN WHICH FORMAL ANNUAL EVALUATION HAS
BEEN MADE BY THE BOARD OF ITS OWN PERFORMANCE, ITS DIRECTORS, AND THAT OF
ITS COMMITTEES

The overall effectiveness of the Board shall be measured on the basis of the ratings obtained by
each Director and accordingly the Board shall decide the Appointments, Re-appointments and
Removal of the non-performing Directors of the Company. The Board review the various
strategies of the Company and accordingly set the performance objectives for directors,
consistent with the varying nature and requirements of Company's business. The Board as a
whole shall discuss and analyze its own performance during the year together with suggestions
for improvement thereon, pursuant to the performance objectives.

30. INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR'S MEETING

The Independent Directors met on 30th May, 2024, without the attendance of the Non¬
Independent Directors. The Independent Directors reviewed the performance of the Non¬
Independent Directors, the Committees and the Board as a whole along with the performance of
the Chairman of your Company, taking into account the views of Company's Executive Director
and Non- Executive Directors and assessed the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of
information between the management and the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively
and reasonably perform its duties.

31. SELECTION OF NEW DIRECTORS AND BOARD MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA

The Nomination and Remuneration Committee works with the Board to determine the
appropriate characteristics, qualification, skills and experience for the Board as a whole and its
individual members with the objective of having a Board with diverse backgrounds and
experience.

As per the provisions of Section 178(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee has formulated a "Policy on Remuneration of Director, Key Managerial
Personnel & Senior Employees''. The web link is disclosed in
Annexure IV to this report.

32. EVALUATION OF BOARD'S PERFORMANCE

The Board has annually evaluated the performance of the Board, its committees and individual
Directors including the Chairman of the Board. The Board evaluated the performance of Non¬
Executive and Independent Directors and their core skills, expertise and competencies.

The overall effectiveness of the Board shall be measured on the basis of the ratings obtained by
each Director and accordingly the Board shall decide the appointments, re-appointments and
removal of the non-performing Directors of the Company. The Company has accordingly, set the
performance objectives for directors, consistent with the varying nature and requirements of
Company's business. The Board as a whole shall discuss and analyze its own performance during
the year together with suggestions for improvement thereon, pursuant to the performance
objectives.

33. FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS

The Company proactively keep its Independent Directors informed of the activities of the
Company, its management and operations and provides an overall industry perspective as well
as issues being faced by the industry. The web link is disclosed in
Annexure IV to this Report.

34. VIGIL MECHANISM & WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY

The Company has put in place a Vigil Mechanism and Whistle Blower Policy in place pursuant to
the provisions of Sec 177(9) & (10) of the Companies Act, 2013 and as per Regulation 4(2) (d)(iv)
and 34 (3) read with para 10 of part C of Schedule (V) of SEBI (LODR) Regulation 2015. The
mechanism also provides for adequate safeguards against victimization of Directors and
Employees who avail the mechanism also provides for direct access to the Chairman of the Audit
Committee in special cases. Employees are free to report violations of laws, rules, regulations or
unethical conduct to their immediate supervisor/notified persons. The reports received from any
employee will be reviewed by the Audit committee. The Directors and senior management are to
maintain confidentiality of such reporting and ensure that the whistle blowers are not subjected
to any discriminatory practice. The weblink of the policy is available under the list of policies
disclosed as
Annexure IV to the Boards Report.

35. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

The Company is committed to maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance and
has put in place an effective corporate governance system. In terms of Regulation 34 of the
Securities Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015, a Report on Corporate Governance along with Compliance Certificate issued
by Practicing Company Secretary of the Company is attached to the Annual Report and forms an

integral part of this Report. This certificate will also be sent to the Stock Exchanges, where the
shares of the Company are listed, BSE Ltd. along with the Annual report to be filed by the
company.

Declaration by CEO/CFO that the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have
complied with the Code of Conduct, [Clause 49 II E (2) of LA] is annexed and also forming part of
this report.

36. MANAGERIAL REMUNERATION

The Remuneration Policy for selection of Directors and determining their Independence sets out
the guiding principles for the Nomination and Remuneration Committee for identifying the
persons who are qualified to become the Directors. Your Company's Remuneration Policy is
directed towards rewarding performance based on review of achievements.

None of the employees employed throughout the Financial year 2024-25 are in receipt of
remuneration of Rupees One Crore and Two lakhs or more in aggregate and none of the
employees employed for part of the year are in receipt of Rupees Eight Lakhs and Fifty Thousand
per month as specified in Rule 5(2) of The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.

The statement of Disclosure of Remuneration under Section 197 of the Act and Rule 5(1) of the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (“Rules”)
forms part of the Corporate Governance Report and is annexed to this Report as
Annexure V.

The statement containing names of top ten employees in terms of remuneration drawn and the
particulars of employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Act read with Rule 5(2) and
5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, is
provided in a separate Annexure forming part of this Report.

Further, the report and the accounts are being sent to the Members excluding the aforesaid
annexure. In terms of Section 136 of the Act, the said annexure is open for inspection and any
Member interested in obtaining a copy of the same may write to the Company Secretary. Your
Company's policy on directors' appointment and remuneration and other matters
(“Remuneration Policy”) pursuant to the provisions of Section 178(3) of the Act is available on
the website of your Company at:
https://primaindustries.in/policies/docs/Remuneration-
Policy-Directors.pdf

37. DISCLOSURES UNDER SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION,
PROHIBITION & REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013

Your Company believes in providing a safe and harassment free workplace for every individual
working in the company premises through various interventions and practices. The Company
endeavors to create and provide an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
including sexual harassment. In this light, the company has framed a well-defined policy on
Prevention of Sexual Harassment for an employee.

Your Company has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) in line and in compliance
with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder, to consider and resolve any
complaints related to sexual harassment.

During the year under review, the details of cases (if any) filed pursuant to The Sexual Harassment
of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013 is as follows:

• Number of complaints of sexual harassment received in the year: Nil

• Number of complaints disposed off during the year: Nil

• Number of cases pending for more than ninety days: Nil

38. REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS

During the year under review, the Statutory Auditors and Secretarial Auditor of your Company
have not reported any instances of fraud committed in your Company by its officers or employees,
to the Audit Committee under Section 143(12) of the Act.

39. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT (MDAR)

As required under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with Stock Exchanges, the Management
Discussion and Analysis Report is enclosed as a part of this report as
Annexure- III.

40. BOARD POLICIES

The details of various policies approved and adopted by the Board as required under the Act and
the SEBI Listing Regulations are provided in
Annexure - IV to this report.

41. DIRECTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act 2013, your Directors
confirm that:

a) in the preparation of the Annual accounts for the financial year ended 31st March, 2025, the
applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to
material departures;

b) 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 as at 31st March, 2025 and of the profit/loss of the Company
for that period;

c) the directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act 2013 for
safeguarding the assets of the company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other
irregularities;

d) the directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;

e) the directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all
applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.

f) the directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and
that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively.

42. GENERAL DISCLOSURES

Your Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items
as there were no transactions on these items during the year under review:

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

2. Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company under any
scheme.

3. Application made or any proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code,
2016.

4. One time settlement of loan obtained from the Banks or Financial Institutions

5. Revision of financial statements and Directors' Report of your Company.

6. Neither the Managing Director(s) nor the Whole-time Director(s) of the Company receive any
remuneration or commission from any of its subsidiaries as it is not having any its subsidiaries.

7. No significant or material orders were passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which
impact the going concern status and Company's operations in future.

8. Compliance with the provisions relating to the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.

43. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT

In terms of Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Annual Report of top one
thousand listed entities based on market capitalization, shall contain the Business Responsibility
and Sustainability Report ('BRSR') describing the initiatives taken by the entity from an
environmental, social and governance('ESG') perspective. As your company does not fall under
the above threshold, it is not required to annex Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report.

44. FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE

The financial statements have been prepared in compliance with the requirements of the
Companies Act, 2013 and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India as detailed out in the
financial highlights under Director's Report.

45. INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

The Company maintained healthy, cordial and harmonious industrial relations at all levels.
Despite severe competition, the enthusiasm and unstinting efforts of the employees have enabled
the Company to remain at the forefront of the industry. It has taken various steps to improve
productivity across organization.

Your Company continued to receive co-operation and unstinted support from the distributors,
retailers, stockiest, suppliers and others associated with the Company as its trading partners. The
Directors wish to place on record their appreciation for the same and your Company will continue
in its endeavor to build and nurture strong links with trade, based on mutuality, respect and co¬
operation with each other and consistent with consumer interest.

46. HUMAN RESOURCES

The Company's HR philosophy is to establish and build a high performing organization, where
each individual is motivated to perform to the fullest capacity to contribute to developing and
achieving individual excellence and departmental objectives and continuously improve
performance to realize the full potential of our personnel. The Company is giving direct
employment to about 61 employees as per the payroll as on 31st March 2025 out of which 31 are
permanent staff and 30 are laborers.

47. APPRECIATION

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 your 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 thank the customers, clients, vendors and other business
associates for their continued support in the Company's growth. The Board also takes this
opportunity to express its deep gratitude for the continued co-operation and support received
from its valued shareholders.

For and on behalf of the Board
For Prima Industries Limited

Sd/-

S.K.Gupta

Place: Cochin Chairman and Managing Director

Date : 04.08.2025 (DIN: 00248760)


 
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