Your Directors have pleasure to present their Fifteenth (15th) Annual Report on the business and operations of the Company along with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended on 31st March, 2024 and Auditor’s Report thereon.
1. FINANCIAL SUMMARY / HIGHLIGHTS
The financial performance of the Company for the year ended on 31st March, 2024 is summarized below:
Particulars
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Year ended 31.03.2024
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Year ended 31.03.2023
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Sales
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Domestic
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2151.26
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2179.77
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Other Revenue
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2.13
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7.50
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Total Revenue
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2153.39
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2187.27
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Total Expenses
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2115.93
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2168.65
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Profit Before Interest, Depreciation & Tax
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159.03
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124.05
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Less: Financial Cost
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43.00
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39.18
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Profit Before depreciation & Tax
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116.03
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84.87
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Less: Depreciation
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78.57
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66.25
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Profit/(loss) Before exceptional item
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37.46
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18.62
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Exceptional item
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-
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-
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Profit after Exceptional item but Before Tax
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37.46
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18.62
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Less: Tax Liability (including deferred tax)
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8.01
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6.92
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Profit After Tax
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29.45
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11.70
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2. OPERATIONAL REVIEW
Financial information is presented in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind- AS). Our reporting currency is Indian Rupees (INR).
The financial year 2023-24 was one of the significant year in terms of growth and sustainability. Your Company has successfully completed 14 years of journey and entering into another magnificent/ splendid year with the Mission and Vision of the Company. Your Company believes in growth of Company as well as society with commitment to serve the customer and shareholders to their satisfaction and better experience. Vinayak Polycon International Limited (“VPIL”) is being one of the market leaders of PET Products. Your Company has persistent thrive and work towards expansion of our business with its capacities,
updated technology with modem innovations, development of new processes, widened its product range and expanding the marketing network and research & development.
There is no change in the nature of business of the Company for the year under review.
Briefly, during the year under review, Financial Profit before depreciation and taxation was Rs 116.03/- Lakhs against Rs. 84.87/- Lakhs in the previous year. After providing for depreciation and taxation company earned net profit in this year of Rs. 29.45/- Lakhs against the Profit of Rs. 11.70/- Lakhs last year. During the financial year increase in the Profit After Tax (PAT) is due to implementation of effective cost and savings plans and_due to change in demand of buyers there is slight dip in revenue of the company however it picked up in later quarters.
3. DIVIDEND
Company is re-investing its resources in upgradation of technology and moulds So, Board of Directors does not recommend any dividend for the year ended on 31st March, 2024.
4. RESERVES
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The Board has not proposed transfer of any amount to General Reserve. Profit of the Company during the year i.e., Rs. 29.45/- Lakhs is transferred to the Profit & Loss A/C for the Financial Year 2023-24, in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
5. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Company’s net worth is below Rs. 500 Crore, Turnover is less than Rs. 1000 Crore and Net profit (Before Tax) is less than Rs. 5 Crore, hence provisions of section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, are not applicable on the Company.
6. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS. IF ANY. AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY WHICH HAVE OCCURRED RETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
No material changes and commitments have occurred after the closure of the financial year to which the financial statements relate till the date of this report, affecting the financial position of the Company
7. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY’S OPERATIONS IN FUTURE
No significant or material orders were passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals impacting the going concern status and Company’s operations in future.
8. FIXED DEPOSITS
During the financial year under review, your Company has neither invited nor accepted or renewed any fixed deposit in terms of provisions of Section 73 to 76 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
During the year under review No amount of principal or interest was outstanding as on March 31, 2024. Hence, the requirement of providing details relating to deposits is not applicable.
9. AUDITORS AND AUDITORS’ REPORT
A. Statutory Auditors
M/s Tambi Ashok & Associates, Chartered Accountants, Jaipur (FRN: 005301C)) the Statutory Auditor of the Company were appointed at 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company held on 26th September 2019 to hold office for a period of five years from the conclusion of 10th AGM till the conclusion of the ensuing 15th AGM.
M/s Tambi Ashok & Associates, Chartered Accountants have provided Audit Report on the Financial Statements for the FY 2023-24. The Audit Report does not contain any qualification(s), reservation(s) or adverse remarks.
Further, the term of M/s Tambi Ashok & Associates, Chartered Accountants, the Statutory Auditor of the Company would expire at the ensuing Annual General Meeting of the Company. In accordance with the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors in their meeting held on August 09, 2024 proposed to appoint M/s A Natani & Co., Chartered Accountants, Jaipur (FRN:007347C) as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a period of five years commencing from the conclusion of ensuing 15th AGM till the conclusion of 20th AGM of the Company to be held in the calendar year 2029 subject to the approval of shareholder in the ensuing AGM of the Company.
The Company has received a consent letter and eligibility certificate, from M/s A Natani & Co. Chartered Accountants to the effect that their appointment, if made, would be in accordance with the provisions of Section 141 of the Act. M/s A Natani & Co., Chartered Accountants have also confirmed that they hold a valid certificate issued by the Peer Review Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Necessary resolution regarding the appointment of Statutory Auditors for the approval of the members of the Company has been taken in the notice convening 15th AGM of the Company.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which required the Statutory Auditors to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder.
B. Secretarial Auditor
As per the provisions of Section 204 of Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, every listed company is required to annex with its Board’s Report, a Secretarial Audit Report given by a Company Secretary in practice. The Board had appointed M/s V.M. & Associates, Company Secretaries, Jaipur (FRN: P1984RJ039200) as “Secretarial Auditor” to conduct Secretarial Audit for the financial year 2023-24.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year 2023-24 in Form MR-3 is attached herewith as Annexure 1. There is no reservation, qualification or adverse remark contained in the Secretarial Auditor Report. Information referred in Secretarial Auditor Report are self- explanatory and do not call for any further comments.
The Company has received consent and certificate of eligibility from M/s V. M. & Associates, Company Secretaries, Jaipur for the financial year 2024-25 to act as Secretarial Auditors. The Board in their meeting held on 09th August, 2024 based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has re-appointed M/s V. M. & Associates, Company Secretaries, Jaipur (FRN: P1984RJ039200) as Secretarial Auditor of the Company to carry out secretarial audit for the financial year 2024-25.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which required the Secretarial Auditors to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder.
C. Internal Auditor
Mr. Praveen Maharwal, was appointed as Internal Auditor of the Company for conducting Internal Audit for financial year 2023-24.
Mr. Praveen Maharwal, Internal Auditor of the company has resigned w.e.f. 31st July 2024 due to his pre-occupation in other work.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 138 of the Act and rules made thereunder, the Board of Directors of the Company based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has appointed Ms. Deepa Garg Company Secretary, (M.No.: ACS 58784) as an Internal Auditor of the Company w.e.f. 09th August, 2024 to conduct Internal Audit for the FY 2024- 25.
Her scope of work includes review of operational efficiency, effectiveness of systems & processes, compliances and assessing the internal control strengths in all areas.
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
There was no instance of fraud during the year under review, which required the Internal Auditor to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder.
10. CAPITAF STRUCTURE
During the Financial Year 2023-24 there was no change in capital structure of the Company. Authorized share capital of the company stands at Rs. 3,25,00,000/- (Rupees three crore twenty-five lakhs only) and the issued, subscribed and paid-up share capital of the Company stands at Rs. 3,08,12,950/- (Rupees three crore eight lakhs twelve thousand nine hundred and fifty only).
11. ANNUAF RETURN
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Sectionl34(3) of the Companies Act 2013, the Annual Return as on March 31, 2024 is available on the Company’s website on
http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/reports
12. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY. TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information related to Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption, Foreign Exchange Earning and Outgo as required under Section 134 (3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 (3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is included in the Report as Annexure 2.
13. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
A. Changes in Directors and Key Managerial Personnel
Your Company’s Board is duly constituted and is in compliance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013, the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (‘Listing Regulations’) and provisions of the Articles of Association of the Company. Your Board has been constituted with requisite diversity, wisdom and experience commensurate to the scale of operations of your Company.
During the year under review, the following changes occurred in the Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel:
Board of Directors
• Mrs. Samta Baid (DIN: 08104727), Non-Executive Director of the Company who retired by rotation and being eligible, was reappointed at the 14th AGM of the Company.
• Mr. Tarun Dugar (DIN: 06615184), due to term completion of existing Independent Director was appointed as an Additional Director (Independent Director) of the Company, by the Board in its meeting held on August 28, 2023 for the first term of 5 consecutive years and his appointment was approved by the members through AGM with requisite majority on September 30, 2023. He will hold office as Independent Director of the Company for a period of five consecutive years, commencing from 28th August 2023 to 27th August 2028.
• Mr. Mahendra Singh Bhandari (DIN: 03622017), due to term completion of existing Independent Director was appointed as an Additional Director (Independent Director) of the Company, by the Board in its meeting held on August 28, 2023 for the first term of 5 consecutive years and his appointment was approved by the members through AGM with requisite majority on September 30, 2023. He will hold office as Independent Director of the Company for a period of five consecutive years, commencing from 28th August 2023 to 27th August 2028.
• Mr. Abhishek Laxmipat Nahata (DIN: 10286323), due to term completion of existing Independent Director was appointed as an Additional Director (Independent Director) of the Company, by the Board in its meeting held on August 28, 2023 for the first term of 5 consecutive years and his appointment was approved by the members through AGM with requisite majority on September 30, 2023. He will hold office as
Independent Director of the Company for a period of five consecutive years, commencing from 28th August 2023 to 27th August 2028.
• Further Mrs. Anima Bordia, Mr. Niraj Narendrakumar Nahata and Mr. Pawan Brijendrasingh Nahata were relieved from office of Independent Directors on expiry of their Second term of appointment on the close of business hours of 31st March, 2024.
• In accordance with the provisions of the Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Vikram Baid (DIN: 00217347), Whole- Time Director of the Company is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing 15th AGM and being eligible, has offered himself for re-appointment. The Board of Directors on the recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee has recommended his re-appointment in the ensuing AGM.
• Mr. Bharat Kumar Baid was re- appointed as Managing Director with effect from April 01, 2022 and it is proposed to reappoint him as Managing Director at ensuing 15th AGM for a period of 3 (Three) years commencing from April 01, 2025.
• Mr. Vikram Baid was re- appointed as Executive Director with effect from April 01, 2022 and it is proposed to reappoint him as Executive Director at ensuing 15th AGM for a period of 3 (Three) years commencing from April 01, 2025.
Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)
During the financial year 2023-24, there was no change in the KMPs of the Company.
Necessary resolutions for the appointment/ reappointment of aforesaid Director, wherever applicable, have been incorporated in the notice convening the ensuing AGM. As required under the listing regulations and Secretarial Standards on General Meetings issued by ICSI, the relevant details of Directors retiring by rotation, re-appointment of Managing Director and Executive Director at the ensuing AGM are furnished in the notice of AGM
B. Declaration by Independent Directors
The Company has received the declarations from all Independent Directors of the Company viz., Mrs. Anima Bordia, Mr. Niraj Narendrakumar Nahata, Mr. Pawan Brijendrasingh Nahata, Mr. Tarun Dugar, Mr. Mahendra Singh Bhandari and Mr. Abhishek Laxmipat Nahata as required under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 stating that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 16( 1 )(b) of the Listing Regulations. All Independent Directors of the Company are registered with IICA.
All the Independent Directors have complied with the Code for Independent Directors prescribed in Schedule IV to the Act. Further, it is confirmed that in the opinion of the board, the independent directors fulfill the conditions specified in Listing Regulations and the Companies Act, 2013 and are independent of the management. The terms & conditions for the appointment of Independent Directors are available on the website of the Company, http://www.vinavakpolycon.com/node/29.
C. FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
On appointment, the concerned Director is issued a Letter of Appointment setting out in detail, the terms of appointment, duties, responsibilities and expected time commitments. Each newly appointed Independent Director is taken through a formal induction program on the Company’s manufacturing, marketing, finance and other important aspects. The Company Secretary briefs the Director about their legal and regulatory responsibilities as a director.
Further, the Directors are regularly updated with amendments in the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Listing Regulations, other applicable SEBI Regulations etc. Besides these, Directors are updated on continuous basis in respect of Related Party Transactions, Audit and Auditors and they are periodically meeting with the senior management of the Company.
The details of familiarization programme for Independent Directors is available at the website of the Company under the link
https://www.vinayakpolycon.com/sites/default/files/Details%20of%20Familiarization%20pr ogramme.pdf
D. Formal Annual Evaluation
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulation, performance evaluation has been carried out by the Board, Nomination Remuneration Committee (NRC) and by the Independent Directors. The Board has carried out an annual performance evaluation of its own, individual Directors including Independent Directors (without the presence of the director being evaluated) and its committees on the basis of a questionnaire.
Board evaluation covered various aspects revealing the efficiency of the Board’s functioning such as Development of suitable strategies and business plans, size, structure and expertise of the Board and their efforts to learn about the Company and its business, obligations and governance.
The performance of Committees was evaluated on parameters such as whether the Committees of the Board are appropriately constituted, Committees has an appropriate number of meetings each year to accomplish all of its responsibilities, Committees maintain the confidentiality of its discussions and decisions.
Performance evaluation of every Director was carried out by Board and Nomination & Remuneration Committee on parameters such as appropriateness of qualification, knowledge, skills and experience, time devoted to Board deliberations and participation in Board functioning, extent of diversity in the knowledge and related industry expertise, attendance and participations in the meetings and workings thereof and initiative to maintain high level of integrity & ethics.
Independent Director’s performance evaluation was carried out on parameters such as Director upholds ethical standards of integrity, the ability of the director to exercise objective and independent judgment in the best interest of Company, the level of confidentiality maintained. The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
In their separate meeting, the Independent Directors had carried out performance evaluation of Non-Independent Directors and the Board as a whole. The Independent Directors also carried out the performance evaluation of the Chairman, taking into account the views of Executive and Non-Executive Directors.
The Board found the evaluation satisfactory and no observations were raised during the said evaluation in current year as well as in previous year
14. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
To comply with the provisions of Section 177 of the Act and Listing Regulation, your Company has adopted a Vigil Mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy for Directors and Employees of the Company. Under the Vigil Mechanism Policy, the protected disclosures can be made by a victim through an e-mail or a letter to the Chairperson of the Audit Committee. The Policy provides for adequate safeguards against victimization of Directors and Employees who avail of the vigil mechanism.
The main objective of this policy is to provide a platform to Directors and Employees to raise concerns regarding any irregularity, misconduct or unethical matters / dealings within the Company, which may have a negative bearing on the organization either financially or otherwise. The policy is available on the Company’s website at the weblink i.e. http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/policies.
During the financial year, no whistle blower event was reported and mechanism is functioning well. No personnel have been denied access to the Audit Committee.
15. LOANS. GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 186 of the Act, investments made are provided as part of the financial statements. Further, there are no loans granted, guarantees given or issued or securities provided by your Company in terms of Section 186 of the Act, read with the rules issued there under.
16. COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
The Board has 3 (three) committees: Audit committee, Nomination and Remuneration committee and Stakeholders’ Relationship committee.
Committee Members met five times during the financial year 2023-24 on 30th May, 2023, 12th August, 2023, 28th August, 2023, 07th November, 2023, 12th February, 2024 for audit committee Meetings. They met three times 30th May, 2023, 28th August, 2023, 12th February, 2024 for Nomination and remuneration committee meetings and for Stakeholder Relationship committee meeting met one time on 28th August, 2023.
The intervening gap between the meetings, frequency and quorum at these meetings were in conformity with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Listing Regulations and Secretarial Standards.
All committees consist entirely of independent directors. During the year under review, there were no change in the composition of the any of the committees of the Company.
The composition of the committees and compliances, as per the applicable provisions of the Act and Rules, are as follows:
Name of the Committee
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Compositio n of the Committee
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Highlights of duties, responsibilities and activities
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Audit Committee
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Mrs. Anima
Bordia,
Chairperson
Mr. Niraj Nahata
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The Committee is governed by Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations. The primary objective of the Committee is to monitor and provide an effective supervision of the management’s financial reporting process, to ensure accurate and timely disclosures, with the highest level of transparency, integrity and quality of financial reporting. The terms of reference of the Audit Committee, inter aha, include the following:
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Mr. Pawan Nahata
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1. Oversight of the Company’s financial reporting process and the disclosure of its financial information to ensure that the financial statements are correct, sufficient and credible.
2. Recommendation for appointment, remuneration and terms of appointment of auditors of the Company.
3. Approval of payment to Statutory Auditors for any other services rendered by the Statutory Auditors.
4. Reviewing the annual financial statements and auditor’s report thereon before submission to the Board for approval, with particular reference to:
5. Matters required to be included in the Director’s Responsibility Statement to be included in the Board’s report in terms of clause (c) of subsection 3 of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013.
6. Changes, if any, in accounting policies and practices and reasons for the same.
7. Major accounting entries involving estimates based on the exercise of judgement by management.
8. Significant adjustments made in the financial statements arising out of audit findings.
9. Reviewing the quarterly financial statements before submission to the Board for approval.
10. Review and monitor the auditor’s independence and performance, and effectiveness of audit process.
11. Reviewing performance of Statutory and Internal Auditors, and adequacy of the internal control systems.
12. Audit committee performed all of its duties during the year.
13. All recommendations made by the audit committee during the year were accepted by the Board.
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Nomination
and
Remuneration
Committee
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Mrs. Anima
Bordia,
Chairperson
Mr. Niraj Nahata
Mr. Pawan Nahata
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Ý The Nomination and Remuneration Committee determines the appointment and remuneration of the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management as required by the Section 178 of the Act.
• The Committee’s constitution and terms of reference are in compliance with provisions of the Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Ý The terms of reference of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, inter alia, include the following:
1, Formulation of the criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence of a director and recommend to the Board a policy relating to the remuneration for the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and other employees;
2, Formulation of criteria for evaluation of Independent Directors and the Board of Directors.
3, Identifying persons who are qualified to become Directors and who may be appointed in Senior Management in accordance with the criteria laid down, and recommend to the Board of Directors their appointment and removal;
4, Whether to extend or continue the term of appointment of the Independent Director, on the basis of the report of performance evaluation of Independent Directors;
5, The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has framed the Nomination and Remuneration Policy which is available on the website of the Comnanv, httn://www. vinavakDolvcon.com/Dolicies
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Stakeholders
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Mrs. Anima
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• The terms of reference and the ambit of powers of Stakeholders
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Relationship
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Bordia,
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Relationship are as per the governing provisions of Section 178 of
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Committee
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Chairperson
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the Companies Act, 2013. The status of shareholder
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Mr. Niraj Nahata
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correspondences, queries, grievances etc. are endeavoured to be
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addressed instantaneously by the secretarial department of the Company and status thereof is also placed before the Stakeholders
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Mr. Pawan
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Relationship.
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Nahata
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• The terms of reference of the Stakeholders Relationship Committee, inter alia, include the following:
1, Resolving the grievances of the security holders of the listed entity including complaints related to transfer/transmission of shares, non¬ receipt of annual report, non-receipt of declared dividends, issue of new/duplicate share certificates, general meetings etc
2, Review of adherence to the service standards adopted by the listed entity in respect of various services being rendered by the Registrar & Share Transfer Agent.
3, The committee considers, specifically look into the various aspects of interest and resolve the grievances of the shareholders of the listed entity including complaints related to transfer of shares, non¬ receipt of annual report.
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*As Mrs. Anima Bordia, Mr. Niraj Narendrakumar Nahata and Mr. Pawan Brijendrasingh Nahata were relieved from office of Independent Directors on expiry of their Second term of appointment on the close of business hours of 31 st March, 2024. They were also ceased to be director of the company and Chairperson/Members of the Nomination and Remuneration committee, Stakeholder Relationship Committee and Audit Committee.
^Further Mr. Mahendra Singh Bhandari, Mr. Tarun Dugar, Mr. Abhishek Laxmipat Nahata appointed as Independent Director in the Company w.e.f. 28th August, 2023 and become members of the Nomination and Remuneration committee, Stakeholder Relationship Committee and Audit Committee w.e.f. 01st April 2024.
17. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors met 5 (five) times during the financial year 2023-24 on 30th May, 2023, 12th August, 2023, 28th August, 2023, 07thNovember, 2023 and 12th February, 2024 the intervening gap between the meetings, frequency and quorum at these meetings were in conformity with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Listing Regulations and Secretarial Standards.
The names and categories of the Directors on the Board, their attendance at Board meetings during the year and at last Annual General Meeting, as also the number of Directorships and Committee memberships held by them in other companies are shown in the table:
Name & Designation of Director
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Category
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No. of Meetings Held during tenure
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No. of Meetings Attended
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Whether Attended Last AGM
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No. of Outside Directorships of Other Companies
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No. of Committee Memberships
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No. of Committee Chainnans hips
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Mr. Bharat Kumar Baid, Managing Director
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Executive Director & Promoter
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5
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5
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Yes
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|
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Mr. Vikram Baid, Whole¬ time Director
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Executive Director & Promoter
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5
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5
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Yes
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1
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Mrs Samta Baid, Director
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Non- Executive Director & Promoter
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5
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5
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Yes
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1
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Mr. Pawan Nahata, Director
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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5
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5
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Yes
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3
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Mr. Niraj Nahata, Director
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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5
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5
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Yes
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3
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Mrs. Anima Bordia, Director
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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5
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2
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Yes
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3
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3
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|
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Mr. Abhishek Laxmipat Nahata, Director w.e.f 28th August, 2023
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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2
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2
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Yes
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Mr.
Mahendra
Singh
Bhandari,
Director,
w.e.f 28th August, 2023
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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2
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2
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Yes
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Mr. Tarun Dugar, Director,
w.e.f 28th August, 2023
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Non-
Executive
Independent
Director
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2
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2
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Yes
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1
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The draft of the minutes prepared by the Company is circulated among the Directors for their comment / suggestion and finally after incorporating their views, final minutes are recorded in the minute’s books. Post meeting, important decisions taken were communicated to the concerned officials and departments for the effective implementation of the same.
18. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
VPIL has historically adopted the practice of undertaking related party transactions only in the ordinary and normal course of business and at arm’s length as part of its philosophy of adhering to highest ethical standards, transparency and accountability. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 188 of the Act read with rules issued there under the listing regulations all contracts / transactions / arrangements entered by the Company during the financial year with the related parties were in ordinary course of business and on an arm’s length basis.
The Company has framed the policy on related party transaction and Audit Committee has reviewed the related party transaction in every meeting. There are no material significant related party transactions made by the Company with Promoters, Directors, KMP or other designated persons and their relatives which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large. Particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to Section 188(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 in the form AOC 2 is annexed herewith as Annexure 3.
During the financial year 2023-24, all transactions with related parties were reviewed and approved by the Audit Committee. Prior omnibus approval of the Audit Committee has been obtained for the transactions which are of repetitive nature. The transactions entered into pursuant to the omnibus approval so granted along with a statement giving details of all related party transactions was placed before the Audit Committee on quarterly basis, specifying the nature, value and terms and conditions of the same. The Company has made transactions with related parties pursuant to Section 188 of the Act.
The policy on related party transactions is available on Company’s website i.e. http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/policies.
19. PARTICULAR OF EMPLOYEES
Your Company firmly believes that a well-planned human resource management programme that is tailored to your organization and staff can actually improve your business’s bottom line. Our teams are integral to our business. We have embraced a culture of excellence to nurture our people. We believe in selecting the right talent, training them and instilling in them the spirit of VPIL. We focus on developing the most superior workforce so that the organization and individual employees can accomplish their work goals in service to customers. We also aim at achieving advance flexibility, innovation, competitive advantage and improved business performance
The statement of disclosure of remuneration under Section 197 of the Act read with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (‘Rules’), is attached to this report as Annexure 4.
20. NOMINATION & REMUNERATION POLICY
To comply with the provisions of Section 178 of the Act read with Rule 6 of Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 the Company has formulated a Nomination and Remuneration Policy for Directors, Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) and Senior Management of the Company. This policy formulates the criteria for determining qualifications competencies, positive attributes and independence for the appointment of a director and it also provides guidelines to the Nomination and Remuneration Committee relating to the Appointment, Removal & Remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management of the Company.
It also provides the manner for effective evaluation of performance of Board, its committees and individual directors. The said policy of the Company is uploaded on website of the Company at http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/policies.
21. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS’ MEETING
Abiding the highest norms of Corporate Governance, separate Meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company is held every year in terms of the Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013.
In respect of the financial year 2023-24, the Independent Directors met separately on May 30, 2023 without the presence of any Non-Independent Director or representatives of management.
The Independent Directors at their Meeting inter aha, reviewed the performance of Non- Independent Directors and the Board of Directors as a whole and the performance of the Chairman, considering the views of Executive Directors and Non-Executive Directors. They also assessed the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the Management and the Board of Directors that helps the Board to effectively and reasonably perform their duties.
The Independent Directors expressed satisfaction over the performance of Non-Independent Directors, Chairperson and Board of Directors as a whole.
22. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL
The Company has well defined mechanisms in place to establish and maintain adequate internal controls over all operational and financial functions considering the nature, size and complexity of its business. The Company maintains adequate internal control systems that provide, among other things, reasonable assurance of recording the transactions of its operations in all material respects and of providing protection against significant misuse or loss of Company’s assets. The Company is following all the applicable Indian Accounting Standards as issued by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India for properly maintaining the books of accounts and reporting financial statements.
Mr. Praveen Maharwal, Internal Auditor of the Company independently evaluate adequacy of internal controls and audit the majority of the transactions undertaken by the Company. Post audit reviews are carried out to ensure that audit recommendations have been implemented.
The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors which comprises of Independent Directors, inter alia, reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of internal Control and monitors implementation of Internal Audit observations.
During the financial year under review, the Statutory Auditor in their Report on the Internal Financial Control with reference to financial statements for the financial year 2023-24 has given unmodified report.
23. CODE OF CONDUCT
The code of conduct has been circulated to all the members of the Board and Senior Management Personnel and they have affirmed their compliance with the said code of conduct for the financial year ended on March 31, 2024. The code of conduct has been posted on the Company’s website:, http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/codeofconduct.
24. PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE
Your Company is fully committed to uphold and maintain the dignity of women working in the Company. In terms of the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, the Company adopted a policy for prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at workplace and also set up an Internal Complaints Committee to look into complaints relating to sexual harassment at work place of any women employee.
During the financial year 2023-24, no new complaint has been received. The policy is available on the Company’s website at the link http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/policies.
25. RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Company has framed and implemented a Risk Management Policy to identify the various business risks. This framework seeks to create transparency, minimize adverse impact on the business objectives and enhance the Company’s competitive advantage. The Risk Management Policy defines the risk management approach across the enterprise at various levels including documentation and reporting.
A systematic risk review process to identify, assess, monitor, manage and report risks supported this. The framework provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to identify and mitigate risks by embedding risk management as integral to planning at strategic and operational levels. This helped monitor, report and review identified risks in addition to considering emerging risks.
There are various elements of risk which, in the opinion of the Board, may threaten the existence of the company some of which are as follows:
Competition risk
The dynamic nature of the market threatens growth and margins. The Company widened its product offerings and visibility, enhancing long-term client relationships.
Technological disruption risk
Rapid technology transformation redefines businesses and any delay in adaptation could affect revenues.
Manpower risk
Inadequate / under-skilled resources could result in a loss of business opportunities. The Company’s talent acquisition function attracts qualified and skilled professionals. The Company also trains manpower for a minimum of 30 hours/year. It is more at middle/senior levels.
Supply chain disruption risk
VPIL is successfully able to mitigate this risk owing to a strong network of suppliers and owned manufacturing facilities.
The policy is available on the Company’s website at the link http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/policies.
26. LISTING ON STOCK EXCHANGE
The Company is listed on the following stock exchange:
BSE Limited (BSE)
Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers, Dalai Street, Mumbai 400 001;
Scrip Code: 534639
The Company has paid the listing fees to the aforesaid Stock Exchanges for the FY 2023-24.
27. DEPOSITORY SYSTEM
The ISIN allotted to the Company is INE581M01016. The Company has also established the required connectivity with both the NSDL & CDSL through its registrar and share transfer agent MAS Services Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi for both physical and demat segments.
The equity shares of the Company can be held in electronic form with any depository participant with whom the Members/Investors have their depository account.
The process for getting the shares dematerialized is as follows:
1. Shareholder shall submit the shares certificate along with Dematerialization Request Form (DRF) to Depository Participant (DP).
2. DP processes the DRF and generates a unique Dematerialization Request No.
3. DP forwards DRF and Share Certificates to Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA).
4. RTA after processing the DRF confirms or rejects the request of Depositories.
5. If confirmed by the RTA, depositories give credit to shareholder in his account maintained with DP.
6. Physical shares received for dematerialization are processed and dematerialized within the stipulated period, provided the same are in order in all respect. Bad deliveries are immediately returned to the DP
28. PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
Pursuant to the provisions of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 and amendments thereto, the Board has formulated and implemented a Code of Conduct to regulate, monitor and report trading by its designated persons and other connected persons and Code of Practices and Procedures for fair disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information. The trading window is closed during the time of declaration of results and occurrence of any material events as per the code.
The Code of Practices & Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information is available on the website of the Company, http://www.vinavakpolvcon.com/codeofconduct.
29. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
As per Regulation 15(2) of the Listing Regulation, the compliance with the Corporate Governance provisions shall not apply in respect of the following class of companies:
a. Listed Entity having paid up equity share capital not exceeding Rs. 10 crore and Net Worth not exceeding Rs.25 crore, as on the last day of the previous financial year;
b. Listed Entity which has listed its specified securities on the SME Exchange.
Since, the Company falls in the ambit of aforesaid exemption (a); hence compliance with the provisions of Corporate Governance shall not apply to the Company and it also does not form part of the Annual Report for the Financial Year 2023-24
However, our Company has complied with all the disclosures and requirements which are applicable under all the rules, regulations for the time being in force.
30. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
Management Discussion and Analysis Report popularly known as MDAR is the communication straight from the management to their valued shareholders giving them insights into the present business conditions of the company and its future potential. It gives a bird’s eye view about the Company’s objective, predictions and forward-looking statements.
This report is an integral part of the Boards’ Report. Aspects on industry structure and developments, opportunities and threats, outlook, risks, internal control systems and their adequacy, material developments in human resources and industrial relations have been covered in this Report. Company’s financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) under the historical cost convention on the accrual basis except for certain financial instruments which are measured at fair values, the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”) and guidelines issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The Ind AS are prescribed under Section 133 of the Act, read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, and relevant amendments Rules issued thereafter.
Our values and guiding principle have been woven around seven major aspects which are evidently visible in all the activities performed by the Company i.e. Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, Quality Product and Service, Employee Growth, Culture, Being Sensitive towards Society and Environment Protection. This guiding principle is now the culture of the organization and ensures that both internal and external customers are satisfied.
A. Industry Structure & Development
The Indian plastics industry has made a significant progress since beginning of 1957 with the production of polystyrene. Thereafter, the industry has grown and diversified rapidly. The industry spans the country and hosts more than 2,000 exporters. It employs about 4 million people and comprises of more than 30,000 processing units, 85-90 percent of which are small and medium sized enterprises.
Plastic bottles have become way of life and are in all sectors such as food and beverages, oil, pharma, drinking water and all other sectors. They do not fall into single use plastic as, they are environment-friendly and can be recycled repeatedly which further reduces their manufacturing cost. Hence their volume has reached around 20 million tons/pa globally Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) refers to a thermoplastic polymer resin of the polyester family which is widely used for manufacturing plastic bottles. In comparison with PP, HDPE and PVC bottles, PET bottles are more durable, transparent, lightweight, non-reactive, cost-effective and thermally stable.
During the period under review, there is significant increase in the use of plastic including PET Containers throughout the country. Clear Visibility of packed product in primary and secondary packaging has gained importance. The buyer wants to clearly see the inner contents before buying and wants the container to be unbreakable, child safe and durable. This led to great increase in manufacturing of plastic wares in the country especially PET.
Your company is on its way to capitalize on this trend, through improved production of plastic products and through alliances with the suppliers who have specific expertise in the related field.
B. Opportunity
The consumption of plastic is increasing at the rapid speed as it is easy and convenient to use and can easily be recycled. It paves a path to the companies to make new development for the better positioning in the market. The ability to see the contents off the shelves before buying in a transparent container is always preferred over others.
Vinayak Polycon International Limited is continuously striving to increase its production and aims to provide better quality products to its consumers along with making strong position in domestic market.
C. Threats
• Temporary decline in the economic activity
• Increased competition in the plastic industry due to entry of new players
• Introduction of new technologies
• Introduction of new taxes
• Any unfavourable change in Government Policies may affect the profitability of the company.
• Threat of substitutes
• Rising cases of Takeovers or stressed companies where by Creditors have to agree to the plan offered by the buyer / Resolution professional.
D. Segment wise or Product wise Performance
The Company deals only in one segment i.e. Plastic Containers and Closures, accordingly, there is only single reportable segment.
E. Outlook
The Outlook of your Company is promising, in light of its refreshed mission and vision and clear strategic framework. Vinayak Poly con International Limited leadership team and employees at all levels are in line with the strategy and working towards making it a success. The Company’s product development team has developed an exciting range of plastic items which will fuel our growth in future. We will keep true to our core of being a deep value manufacturer while maintaining a lean cost structure and an eye on the Balance Sheet.
F. Risks and Concerns
We believe that great things never come from comfort zonesand so, we are constantly working on way to do things better every single moment. The Company is impacted by the change in the business environment both within the Country and globally and this necessitates continuous valuation. In the current scenario of competitive business environment and open economy across the world, no Company can imagine risk free business environment. Your Company is proactively taking steps to identify and monitor the risk and make efforts to mitigate significant risks that may affected.
The Board of Directors is continuously and carefully monitoring the risks and concerns related to the business for example: macroeconomic factors, geographical concentration, change in the Government policies and legislation, increase in the raw material prices etc.
Competition is increasing day-by-day in all fields of business. Similarly, there is competition in plastic industries too. The company is facing various risks and obstacles which includes inflation risk, credit risk, interest rate risk, non-availability of raw- material, high prices etc.
In order to overcome such situations company is fully aware towards the preparation of appropriate programs, adoption of suitable policies and to take corrective and precautionary measures for safeguarding the company’s market position and further to strengthening it.
The financial and related risks have been comprehensively covered in the Annual Accounts of the company together with the mitigation strategy of the same. The present and anticipated future risks are reviewed by the management of the company at regular intervals. The management takes suitable preventive steps and measures to adequately safeguard the company’s resources of tangible and intangible assets.
G. Adequacy of Internal Control System
VPIL effective internal controls across business processes and systems, the Company has established a robust framework that is designed to provide reliable and quality assurance related to the Company’s financial and operational information so that it can comply with applicable laws and safeguard its assets. The framework comprises both entity-level controls and business process controls.
Commensurate with the size and nature of operations, the Company has adequate systems of internal control comprising authorization levels, supervision, checks and balances and procedures through documented guidelines which provide that all transactions are authorized, recorded and reported correctly and compliance with policies and statutes are ensured.
The Audit Committee comprising of Independent Directors, regularly reviews the audit plans, significant audit findings, implementations of internal audit recommendations, adequacy of internal controls, compliance with accounting standards as well as reasons for changes in accounting policies and practices, if any.
Anti-fraud programmes including whistle blower mechanisms are operative across the company.
H. Discussion on Financial Performance with respect to Operational Performance
The financial year 2023-24 was one of the significant years in terms of growth and sustainability. The Management at the operational level, with the extensive support of the employees, made it possible to achieve the organizational activities at the desired levels / targets and the cumulative efforts turned the budgets into achievements while taking full care of its Human Capital. During the financial year 2023-24, your Company has achieved total revenue amounting to Rs. 2153.39 Lakhs as compared to Rs. 2187.27 Lakhs in previous financial year and Net Profit after tax (PAT) has increased to Rs. 29.45 Lakhs from a Profit of Rs. 11.70 Lakhs in financial year 2022-23. During the financial year increase in the Profit After Tax (PAT) is due to implementation of effective cost and savings plans and due to change in demand of buyers there is slight dip in revenue of the company however it picked up in later quarters.
The overview of financial performance with respect to operational performance of the Company can be obtained from the various following ratio analysis:
Particulars of Ratio
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F.Y.
2023-
24
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F.Y.
2022-
23
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Change in %
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Reason (if change is more than 25%)
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Debtors Turnover Ratio
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5.60
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4.06
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37.93
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Consequent to better realisation of debtors, the company has a higher ratio compared to last year.
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Inventory Turnover Ratio
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9.22
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11.70
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-21.19
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N.A.
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Interest
Coverage Ratio
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1.87
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1.47
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27.21
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The increase in Net profit and better realisation from Debtors led to better Interest Coverage Ratio in current year.
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Current Ratio
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1.56
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1.30
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20
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N.A.
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Debt Equity Ratio
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0.68
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1.02
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-33.33
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Fall in Cash Credit due to better realisation of debtors and higher profits led to improvement in the Debt Equity Ratio
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Operating Profit Margin
%
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1.75
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0.85
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105%
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Higher operating profit due to better efficiency and better technology utilised by the company.
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Net Profit Margin %
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1.38
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0.536
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157%
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Efficiencies resulting from constant improvements and optimum utilisation of resources led to better Net Profit Margin
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Details of any change in Return on Net Worth as compared to the immediately previous financial vear:
Particulars
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F.Y. 2023-24
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F.Y. 2022-23
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Share Capital
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308.13
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308.13
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Reserve & Surplus
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170.35
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140.90
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Net Worth
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478.48
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449.03
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Profit After Tax
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29.45
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11.70
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Return on Net Worth
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6.15
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2.60
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The economies and efficiencies resulting from constant innovation and technological upgradations led to higher profits and improved return on net worth.
I. Human Resources Development/Training
Human resources are an essential asset for a company to achieve long-term success. To recruit, maintain, and grow its talent pool, the Company has constantly recognized talent, provided training, and rewarded performance. In addition, it is dedicated to promoting employee safety and well-being, and it takes pride in luring in the talent required for its further expansion.
At the core of our success are our employees. We look our employees as our most valuable assets and have been working towards keeping them motivated and enthused. We believe the motivated and enthused employees are more satisfied with their jobs and tasks, and more productive and committed. We focus on the workplace of tomorrow that prompt a collaborative, transparent and participative organization culture, encourage new ideas, development and rewards of employee’s individual contribution. We have also invested significantly in building strong knowledge resources within the organization.
As on 31st March, 2024, the Company employed a total of 44 employees of which 10 were Officers and 34 belong to non-executive cadre.
J. Trade Relations
Vinayak Polycon International Ltd. believes in building teams across the business and functions with the aim to share knowledge and experience. Cross functional teams work with clear objectives to solve the issues and create value for the company. The company fosters open dialogue among the employees with the brief that the people, who communicate continuously and openly, build trust and mutual respect.
The Company maintained healthy, cordial and harmonious Industrial relations at all levels. The Directors wish to place on record their appreciation for the valuable contribution by the employees of the Company.
K. Cautionary Statement
The Management Discussion and Analysis may contain certain statements that might be considered forward looking. These statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in the Statement as important factors could influence the Company’s operations such as Government policies, local, political and economic development, industrial relations, and risks inherent to the Company’s growth and such other factors. Market data and product analysis contained herein has been taken from internal Company reports, Industry & Research publications, but their accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed and their reliability cannot be assured.
31. DISCLOSURE ON SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The company complies with all applicable secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable Secretarial Standards and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
32. DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Act, the Board of Directors, to the best of its knowledge and ability, confirm that
a) In the preparation of the annual accounts for the year ended 31st March, 2024, the applicable accounting standards have been followed and there are no material departures from the same;
b) The Directors had 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 March 31, 2024 and of the profit and loss of the Company for the year ended on March 31, 2024;
c) The Directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act 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 laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively; and
f) The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
33. DFTATTN OF APPLICATION MADE OR ANY PROCEEDING PENDING UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE. 2016 131 of 20161
No application has been made under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code; hence the requirement to disclose the details of application made or any proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016) during the year along with their status as at the end of the financial year is not applicable.
34. OTHER DISCLOSURES
• The Company has complied with Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India on Meetings of the Board of Directors and General Meetings.
• There was no revision of financial statements and Board’s Report of the Company during the year under review.
• Company has not issued equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise.
• The Company has not issued any sweat equity shares to its directors or employees.
• There was no instance of one-time settlement with any Bank or Financial Institution.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your directors place on records their deep appreciation to employees at all levels for their hard work, dedication and commitment. The enthusiasm and unstinting efforts of the employees have enabled the Company to provide higher levels of consumer delight through continuous improvement in existing products and introduction of new products.
Your directors acknowledge wise counsel received from Statutory, Internal and Secretarial Auditors, and are grateful for their consistent support and cooperation.
The Board places on record its appreciation for the support and co-operation, your Company has been receiving from its suppliers, customers, shareholders, and others associates.
The Directors also take this opportunity to thank all Investors, Clients, Banks, Government and Regulatory Authorities and Stock Exchanges for their continued support.
Date: 09.08.2024 Place: Jaipur
Registered Office: 312, Navjeevan For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Complex, 29, Station Road, For Vinayak Polycon International Limited
Jaipur-302006 (Rajasthan)
Tel: 0141-2377007
BHARAT KUMAR BAID VIKRAM BAID
investor@,vinavakpolvcon.com MANAGING DIRECTOR WHOLE TIME DIRECTOR
www.vinavakpolvcon.com DIN: 00212506 & CFO
DIN: 00217347
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