Your directors have pleasure in presenting here the Twentieth (20th) Annual Report of the Company along with the Audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements and the Auditor's Report thereon for the financial year ended March 31,2026.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (H in Millions)
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Standalone
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Consolidated
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Particulars
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Year ended
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Year ended
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Year ended
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Year ended
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March 31, 2026
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March 31, 2025
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March 31, 2026
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March 31, 2025
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Revenue from Operations
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8,605.66
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7,130.97
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68,924.66
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61,360.53
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Other Income
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107.66
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89.35
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713.24
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486.16
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Profit before Depreciation, Finance Costs, Exceptional Items and Taxation
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1178.73
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867.34
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6786.91
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5357.18
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Less: Depreciation and Amortization Expenses
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263.86
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269.37
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2828.68
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2,498.43
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Profit before Finance Costs, Exceptional Items and Taxation
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914.87
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597.97
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3958.23
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2858.75
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Less: Finance Costs
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83.14
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86.25
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1,204.93
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1,025.86
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Profit before Exceptional Items and taxation
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831.73
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511.72
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2753.30
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1832.89
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Add: Exceptional Items
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-
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-
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-
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-
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Profit before taxation
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831.73
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511.72
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2753.30
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1,832.89
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Less: Tax Expenses/(Benefit)
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207.61
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108.37
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557.24
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330.56
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Profit for the year
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624.12
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403.35
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2,196.06
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1,502.33
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Other Comprehensive Income/(loss) for the year
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3.75
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2.00
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21.71
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1.46
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Total Comprehensive Income for the year
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627.87
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405.35
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2,217.77
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1,503.79
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PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY
Your Company is the leading retail pharmacy Company. During the year the total income was C69,637.90 million and on standalone basis, your Company's revenue stood at C8,605.66 million in the FY 2025-26 as against C7,130.97 million in the corresponding previous year with a growth of 20.68% from the previous year and on consolidated basis, the revenue stood at C68,924.66 million in the FY 2025-26 as against C61,360.53 million in the corresponding previous year with a growth of 12.33% During the year, 618 stores (net) were added to the cluster store network of the Company as compared to 305 stores (net) in the corresponding previous year.
As on March 31,2026, the Company's total fleet of stores is 5330 as compared to 4712 stores in the corresponding previous year.
The Diagnostics business is complementary to our Pharmacy business. The Company now has 12 Diagnostics Centers in Hyderabad. These are supported by over hundred sample collection centers. As on March 31, 2026, there were over 2 lakhs active plans
TRANSFER TO GENERAL RESERVES
The Company has transferred the amount of C4.40 million From Employee Stock Option Plan outstanding to General Reserve
for options which were lapsed during the year ended March 31, 2026.
SHARE CAPITAL
As on March 31, 2026, the paid-up Equity Share Capital of the Company is H240.11 million, consisting of 120,054,642 equity shares of C2 each, there has been no change in paid up capital except change upto H99.30 million due to issuance of ESOP during the year under review on May 27, 2025, August 02, 2025 and January 30, 2026.
DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits from the public within the meaning of Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder during the financial year 2025-26.
Accordingly:
(a) Deposits accepted during the year: Nil;
(b) Deposits remaining unpaid or unclaimed as at the end of the year: Nil; and
(c) There was no default in repayment of deposits or payment of interest thereon during the year.
Further, there were no deposits which were not in compliance with the requirements of Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES, INVESTMENTS
During the year, the Company has not made any investments. The loans, guarantees and investments covered under Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 forms part of the notes to the financial statements provided in this Annual Report.
CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
There were no contracts, arrangements or transactions during the year that fall under Section 188(1) of the Companies Act, 2013. As required under Companies Act, 2013, the prescribed Form AOC-2 is appended as Annexure-A to the Board Report. All Related Party Transactions entered during the year were in the ordinary course of business and on arm's length basis. In line with the requirement of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations the Company has amended the Policy on Materiality of and dealing with Related Party Transactions. In accordance with Section 134(3)(h) of the Act, and Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the particulars of the contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to in Section 188(1) of the Act, in Form AOC2 is attached as Annexure A to this Board's Report. All related party transactions and subsequent modifications are placed before the Audit Committee for review and approval. Prior omnibus approval is obtained for related party transactions on a annual basis for transactions which are of repetitive nature and/ or entered in the ordinary course of business and are at arm's length. All contracts and arrangements with related parties were at arm's length and in the ordinary course of business of the Company. Details of related party disclosures form part of the notes to the financial statements provided in the Annual Report. The Policy on Materiality of and dealing with Related Party Transactions is available on the Company's website: https://www.medplusindia.com/pdf/Policy-on-Materiality-of- and-Dealing-with-Related-Party-Transactions.pdf .
DIVIDEND
Your directors have not recommended any dividend for the financial year 2025-26.
DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
The Dividend Distribution Policy contains the requirements mentioned in Regulation 43A of the SEBI Listing Regulations and the same is available on the Company's website on https://www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/Policy-on- Dividend-Distribution.pdf .
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
Pursuant to Regulation 34 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations"), the Management Discussion and Analysis Report is set out in this Annual Report.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Consolidated Financial Statements of the Company and its subsidiaries are prepared in accordance with Section 129(3) of Companies Act, 2013 and IND AS 110 and 111 as specified
in Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 along with all relevant documents and the Auditors' Report which forms part of this Annual Report. Pursuant to Section 136 of the Act, the audited financial statements, including the Consolidated Financial Statement and related information of the Company and the separate financial statements of each of the subsidiary companies, are available on the Company's website athttps://www.medplusindia.com/ .
BOARD POLICIES
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI Listing Regulations, the Board of Directors has approved and adopted the policies and the same is provided in Annexure B of the Board's report which forms part of this Annual Report.
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY
In accordance with Section 134(3)(e) and Section 178(3) and (4) of the Act read with Regulation 19(4) and Part D of Schedule II to the Listing Regulations, the Board has adopted a Nomination and Remuneration Policy (NRC Policy) on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
The NRC Policy provides the framework for:
Criteria for identifying persons who are qualified to become Directors and who may be appointed to senior management positions;
Criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence of a Director;
Policy on remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and senior management; and
Criteria for evaluation of the performance of the Board, its Committees and individual Directors.
The salient features of the NRC Policy are disclosed in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report. The NRC Policy is available on the Company's website at:https://www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/ Nomination-and-Remuneration-Policy.pdf
POLICY ON PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARRASMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, (POSH) the Company has framed a policy on Prevention and Resolution of Sexual Harassment at workplace. The Company's goal has always been to create an open and safe workplace for every employee to feel empowered, irrespective of gender, sexual preferences, and other factors, and contribute to the best of their abilities. Towards this, the Company has set up the Internal Complaints Committees ("ICC") to redress complaints received regarding sexual harassment and the Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution of ICC under the Act. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered under this Policy. The details of the Complaints received, resolved are provided in the Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Annual Report.
The status of POSH durina the year is as under:
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No. Of Complaints as on
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No. Of Complaints Received
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No. Of Complaints Resolved
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No. Of Cases pending as on
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01/04/2025
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during the year
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during the year
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31/03/2026
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NIL
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NIL
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NIL
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NIL
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S.no
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Name of Director
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Designation
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DIN
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5
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Mr. Murali Sivaraman*
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Non-Executive Independent Director
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01461231
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6
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Mr. Madhavan Ganesan*
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Non-Executive Independent Director
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01674529
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7
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Mr. Mohan Krishna Reddy
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Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director)
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00093185
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8
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Mr. Ajit Pandurang Rangnekar
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Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director)
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01676516
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As on the date of this Report, the Board consists of Mr. Gangadi Madhukar Reddy, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Cherukupalli Bhaskar Reddy, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Aparna Surabhi, Non-Executive Independent Director, Mr. Thyagarajan Muralidharan, Non¬ Executive Independent Director, Mr. Mohan Krishna Reddy, Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director), and Mr. Ajit Pandurang Rangnekar, Additional Director (Non¬ Executive Independent Director).
Mr. Murali Sivaraman and Mr. Madhavan Ganesan completed their respective terms as Non-Executive Independent Directors and ceased to be Directors of the Company with effect from June 10, 2026, upon completion of their tenure. The Board places on record its sincere appreciation for their invaluable contributions, guidance, and support during their association with the Company.
Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 20, 2026, appointed Mr. Mohan Krishna Reddy and Mr. Ajit Pandurang Rangnekar as Additional Directors (Non¬ Executive Independent Directors) of the Company pursuant to the provisions of Section 161 of the Companies Act, 2013 and applicable provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, to hold office up to the date of the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Dr. Cherukupalli Bhaskar Reddy (DIN: 00926550), Whole Time Director of the Company is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing AGM and being eligible, seeks re-appointment. Brief profile of Dr. Cherukupalli Bhaskar Reddy given in the notice convening in the 20th AGM forming part of this report. The Board recommends Dr. Bhaskar's re-appointment as Whole Time Director of the Company to the shareholders.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Mr. Gangadi Madhukar Reddy, Managing Director and CEO, Dr. Cherukupalli Bhaskar Reddy, Whole Time Director, Mr. Sujit Kumar Mahato, Chief Financial Officer and Mr. Manoj Kumar Srivastava, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company are the Key Managerial Personnel ('KMP') of the Company pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Mr. Manoj Kumar Srivastava, the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the company ceases to act as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer w.e.f May 20, 2026.
EMPLOYEES STOCK OPTION SCHEME
The Company grants share-based benefits to eligible employees with a view to attract and retain the best talent, encouraging employees to align individual performances with Company objectives, and promoting increased participation by them in the growth of the Company. The Company is having MedPlus Employees Stock Option and Shares Plan 2009('ESOP, 2009') and MedPlus Employees Stock Option and Shares Plan 2021 ('ESOP, 2021') in line with the SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 ("SBEB&SE Regulations). Upon the recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee and Board of Directors, the Members of the Company by way of Postal Ballot, approved the extending benefits of ESOP, 2021 to the employee of the subsidiary companies on June 18, 2023 a statement containing details of ESOP grant during the year is annexed to this Board's Report as Annexure-C.
SUBSIDIARIES
As on March 31,2026, the Company has the following Subsidiaries:
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DIRECT
SUBSIDIARIES:
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STEP - DOWN SUBSIDIARIES:
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Optival Health Solutions Private Limited ("OHSPL")
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Deccan Medisales Private Limited, ("DMPL")
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Wynclark Pharmaceuticals Private Limited ("WPPL")
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Sai Sridhar Pharma Private Limited ("SSPPL")
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Kalyani Meditimes Private Limited ("KMPL")
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Shri Banashankari Pharma Private Limited ("SBPPL")
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Clearancekart Private Limited ("CPL")
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Sidson Pharma Distributors Private Limited ("SPDPL")
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Nova Sud Pharmaceuticals Private Limited ("NSPPL")
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Venkata Krishna Enterprises Private Limited ("VKEPL)
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MedPlus Insurance Brokers Private Limited ("MIBPL")
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No company(ies) have become or ceased to become the Subsidiaries, joint ventures or associate companies during the year. There are no associates or joint venture companies within the meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act")
The statement containing the financial position of the subsidiary companies forms part of the Annual Report. The Board of Directors reviewed the affairs of the subsidiaries. In accordance with Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has prepared the consolidated financial statements, which form part of this Annual Report. The statement also provides details of the performance and financial position of each of the subsidiaries, along with the changes that occurred during the year under review. In accordance with Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013, the audited financial statements, including the consolidated financial statements and related information of the Company and audited accounts of its subsidiaries. The Policy for determining Material Subsidiaries is available on the Company's website:https://www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/Policy-on-Material- Subsidiary.pdf . Further, a statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of subsidiaries in the prescribed format AOC-1 is appended as Annexure- D to the Board's report.
MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS
There were no Merger and Acquisitions during the Financial Year 2025-26.
INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND (“IEPF")
The Company has not declared any dividend so far. Thus, the Company has no unclaimed dividend to transfer to IEPF pursuant to provisions of Sections 124 and 125 of the Company's Act, 2013 read with the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016 ("IEPF Rules") as amended from time to time. Hence, the company has not transferred any amount to the said fund.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Composition Of The Board
The Board of the Company comprise of the following Directors:
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S.no
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Name of Director
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Designation
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DIN
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1
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Mr. Gangadi Madhukar Reddy
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Managing Director and CEO
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00098097
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2
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Dr. Cherukupalli Bhaskar Reddy
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Whole Time Director
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00926550
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3
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Ms. Aparna Surabhi
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Non-Executive Independent Director
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01641633
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4
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Mr. Thyagarajan Muralidharan
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Non-Executive Independent Director
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00052097
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* Mr. Murali Sivaraman and Mr. Madhavan Ganesan completed their respective terms as Non-Executive Independent Directors and ceased to be Directors of the Company with effect from June 10, 2026, upon completion of their tenure.
DECLARATION BY THE DIRECTORS AND INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors and the Independent Directors has integrity, expertise and independence to perform their services. The brief profile of Directors including Independent Directors is provided in Corporate Governance Report. The Company has received necessary declaration from each Independent Directors under Section 149(7) of the Act confirming that they meet the criteria of independence laid down in the Act and Code for Independent Directors as prescribed in Schedule IV of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations as amended from time to time.
Based on the declarations received from the Independent Directors, the Board of Directors has confirmed that they meet the criteria of independence as mentioned under Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI Listing Regulations and that they are independent of the management. Further, the Independent Directors have included their names in the data bank of Independent Directors maintained with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs in terms of Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014.
MEETING OF THE BOARD AND COMMITTEE
In terms of Section 134(3)(b) of the Act read with the Secretarial Standard on Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS-1), five (5) meetings of the Board of Directors were held during the financial year 2025-26 on the following dates:
- May 27, 2025
- August 02, 2025
- October 31, 2025
- January 30, 2026
- March 16, 2026
The maximum gap between any two consecutive Board meetings did not exceed 120 (one hundred and twenty) days as prescribed under the Act and Regulation 17(2) of the Listing Regulations. The particulars of the meetings held and the attendance of each Director are provided in detail in the Corporate Governance Report..
SEPARATE MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
In terms of requirements under Schedule IV of the Act and Regulation 25(3) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, one separate meeting of the Independent Directors was held during FY 2025¬ 26. Further details are mentioned in the Corporate Governance Report.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
The Board of Directors has five committees :
- Audit Committee,
- Corporate Social Responsibility Committee,
- Nomination and Remuneration Committee,
- Risk Management Committee and
- Stakeholder's Relationship Committee.
All committees are comprised of Independent Directors and Executive Directors.
During the year under review, the recommendations made by the committees were accepted and approved by the Board. A detailed composition and meetings of the Board and its committees are provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report..
FAMILIARISATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Independent Directors of the Company attended various orientation programme conducted by the Company from time to time. The details of the training and familiarization program held during the year under review are provided in the Corporate Governance Report. All the Independent Directors are made aware of their roles and responsibilities at the time of appointment through a formal letter of appointment, which also stipulates various terms and conditions of their appointment. Details of familiarization programme are available on the website of the Company: https://www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/ MedPlus Familarisation%20Programme%20for%20 Independendent%20Directors%20for%20FY%2025-26.pdf
BOARD EVALUATION
In terms of Section 134(3)(p) of the Act read with Rule 8(4) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 17(10) of the Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out an annual performance evaluation of its own performance, the performance of its Committees, the Chairman and individual Directors (including Independent Directors).
The evaluation was conducted based on criteria laid down by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, covering parameters such as attendance and participation, quality of deliberations, contribution to Board and Committee functioning, understanding of business risks and regulatory environment, exercise of independent judgement, and commitment to governance and ethics.
The Independent Directors, at their separate meeting held during the year, also reviewed and evaluated the performance of the Non-Independent Directors, the Board as a whole and the Chairman, taking into account the views of the Executive and Non-Executive Directors, as required under Schedule IV to the Act and Regulation 25(4) of the Listing Regulations.
The Board expressed satisfaction with the overall performance of all Directors, Committees and the Board as a whole.
Detailed evaluation methodology and outcomes are provided in the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual Report. The Performance Evaluation Policy is available on the Company's website at: https://www.medplusindia.com/ uploads/content/Policy-on-Evaluation-of-Performance.pdf
REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
During the year under review, none of the Auditors of the Company (Statutory, Secretarial, Cost or Internal) has reported any fraud under Section 143(12) of the Act to the Audit Committee or the Board of Directors of the Company..
COMPANY'S POLICY ON APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3) (e) and section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 read with Part D of Schedule II of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has formulated Nomination and Remuneration policy to provide a framework for remuneration of members of the board of directors of the Company, key managerial personnel, and other employees of the Company which has been disclosed in Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of Annual Report. The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company is available on the Company's website:https:// www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/Nomination-and- Remuneration-Policy.pdf
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Companies Act , 2013, the Annual Return as on March 31, 2026 is available on the Company's websitehttps:// www.medplusindia.com/uploads/content/MedPlus Draft Form%20MGT-7 Annual%20Return FY2025-26.pdf
DIRECTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Indian Accounting Standards (IND-AS) under the historical cost convention on accrual basis except for certain financial instruments, which are measured at fair values, the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and guidelines issued by SEBI. The IND-AS are prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and relevant amendment rules issued thereafter. Accounting policies have been consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use.
Pursuant to section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, your Directors, based on the representations received from the Operating Management, and after due enquiry, confirm that:
1. in the preparation of the annual accounts for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation to material departures;
2. they 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 on March 31,2026,and of the profit of the Company for that period;
3. they 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 irregularities;
4. they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
5. they have laid down adequate Internal Financial Controls to be followed by the Company and that such Internal Financial Control are adequate and were operating effectively during the Financial Year ended March, 2026;
6. they had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively throughout the Financial Year ended March 31,2026.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
There have been no material changes and commitments which affect the financial position of the Company that have occurred between the end of the financial year to which the financial statements relate and the date of this repor.
INSOLVENCY PROCEEDING
During the year under review, no application made, or any insolvency proceedings have been initiated or pending against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
ENTERPRISE RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company has formulated and implemented a Risk Management policy identifying the elements of risk. During the year under review the Company has appointed Ernst & Young, LLP to develop a risk framework and various other risk factors and its mitigation plan. The Company acknowledges that risk is inherent in business and is dedicated to proactive and efficient risk management. Our organizational success depends on seizing opportunities while effectively managing risks. We employ a disciplined process to continually assess risks in both internal and external environments and mitigate their impact. Risk mitigation measures are integral to our strategic and operational planning.
The risk management Committee separately reviewed the same and recommended to the Board corrective actions from time to time. The Risk management Policy is available on the Company's website:https://www.medplusindia.com/uploads/ content/Risk-Management-Policy.pdf
VIGIL MECHANISM
The Vigil Mechanism as envisaged in the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules prescribed thereunder and the SEBI Listing Regulations is implemented through the Company's Whistle Blower Policy to enable the Directors, employees and all
stakeholders of the Company to report genuine concerns, to provide for adequate safeguards against victimisation of persons who use such mechanism and make provision for direct access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee. Details are available corporate governance report which forms part of this Annual Report. The Whistle Blower Policy of the Company is available on the Company's website:https://www. medplusindia.com/uploads/content/Whistleblower-Policies. pdf.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Board has adopted policies and procedures for ensuring the orderly and efficient conduct of its business, including adherence to the Company's policies, safeguarding of its assets, prevention and detection of fraud, error-reporting mechanisms, accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, and timely preparation of reliable financial disclosures. For more details, refer to the 'Internal Control and Adequacy' section in the Management's Discussion and Analysis, which forms part of this Annual Report.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
There were no significant material orders passed by the Regulators/Courts which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The company has a detailed policy and various activities done by external agency. During the year under review, one (1) Corporate Social Responsibility Committee meeting was held as per the requirement of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder. During the year, the Committee monitored the CSR activities undertaken by the Company including the expenditure incurred thereon as well as implementation and adherence to the CSR policy. The report on CSR activities are attached as Annexure - E to this Board's Report.
During the financial year 2025-26, the requirement of CSR Expenditure for the year 2025-26 is C18.87 million and therefore, expenditure of C18.87 million was made under CSR during the Financial Year 2025-26. The details of the composition of the committee and meetings held during the year are available in Corporate Governance Report.
The Company conducts its business responsibly, focusing on People, Planet, and Profit for sustainable practices and a better future. Committed to inclusive growth, MedPlus implements CSR initiatives primarily within India, prioritizing its operational areas to support marginalized and deprived communities, in collaboration with or independently of government efforts, the policy on CSR is available onhttps://www.medplusindia.com/ uploads/content/CSR%20Policy.pdf.
SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company is in compliance with the applicable Secretarial Standards i.e. SS-1 and SS-2, relating to "Meetings of the Board of Directors" and "General Meetings", respectively as issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India from time to time.
LISTING ON STOCK EXCHANGES
The Company's shares are listed on BSE Limited and National Stock Exchanges of India Limited. The details are provided in the corporate governance report which forms part of the annual report.
RISK MANAGEMENT REPORT
In terms of the provisions of Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Risk Management Report is set out in the Annual Report.
AUDITORS' REPORT
The Auditors' Report for Financial year 2025-2026 does not contain any qualification, reservation, or adverse remark. The Report is enclosed with the financial statements in this Annual Report.
The Secretarial Auditors' Report for Financial year 2025-2026 does not contain any qualification, reservation, or adverse remark. The Secretarial Auditors' Report is enclosed as Annexure F to the Board's Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Auditor's certificate confirming compliance with conditions of corporate governance as stipulated under Listing Regulations, for financial year 2025-2026 is enclosed as Annexure K to the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
The Secretarial Auditor's certificate on the implementation of share-based schemes in accordance with SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021, will be made available on request at the AGM, electronically.
STATUTORY AUDITORS
M/s B S R and Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 128510W) were appointed for a term of five consecutive years from the conclusion of the 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) until the conclusion of the 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company to be held in the Calendar year 2028 as required under Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Audit and Auditors) rules, 2014.
The Statutory Auditors' Report for FY 2025-26 does not contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark. The notes to the financial statements are self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments from the Board.
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and amended Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board, at its Meeting held on August 02, 2025, subject to the approval of the Members of the Company, approved appointment of M/s. R & A Associates, Practicing
Company Secretaries (FRN: P1994AP011100), as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company, for a term of five (5) consecutive years commencing from Financial Year 2025-26 up to Financial Year 2029-30.
INTERNAL AUDITORS
In terms of Section 138 of Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 M/s. Ernst & Young LLP was appointed as Internal Auditors of the Company for a period of five (5) years effective from August 07, 2023.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT AND IT'S REPORT OF MATERIAL UNLISTED SUBSIDIARY
During the year under review, the Company is having one(1) material subsidiary company i.e. Optival Health Solutions Private Limited ("OHSPL").
The Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial year 2025-26 pursuant to section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations issued by R & A Associates, the Practicing Company Secretaries (CP No: 2224) (FCS 4020) is attached as Annexure E to this Report.
The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remark or disclaimer.
ANNUAL SECRETARIAL COMPLIANCE REPORT
The Company has undertaken an audit for the Financial Year 2025-26 for all applicable compliances as per Securities and Exchange Board of India Regulations, Circulars, Guidelines and Secretarial Standards issued by ICSI thereunder.
Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 24A of SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015, the Annual Secretarial Compliance Report duly signed by Ms. Rashida Adenwala (FCS 4020) from R & A Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries (CP No:2224) has been submitted to the Stock Exchanges where companies shares are listed.
COST RECORDS AND COST AUDIT
Maintenance of cost records as specified by Central Government and requirement of cost audit as prescribed under the provisions of Section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 is applicable for the business activities carried out by the Company. M/s. M P R & Associates has been appointed as Cost Auditor of the Company for FY 2026-27 have submitted their report. Further, they were appointed on May 20, 2026 at a remuneration of 1,50,000 (Rupees One Lakh Fifty Thousand only) for conducting the cost audit for FY 2026-27, subject to ratification of remuneration by members of the Company in the forthcoming Annual General Meeting of the Company. They have confirmed that they are free from disqualification specified under Section 141(3) and proviso to Section 148(3) read with Section 141(4) of the Act and that the appointment meets the requirements of the Act. They have further confirmed their Independent status and an arm's length relationship with the Company.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014. As on March 31, 2026, the Company had 28,872 employees on consolidated basis. The Managing Director and CEO of the Company has not received any remuneration or commission from any of the subsidiary Company. The ratio of the remuneration of each director to the median remuneration of the employees of the Company and percentage of increase in remuneration etc. along with the disclosure in relation to the remuneration of Directors, KMPs and employees as required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 are annexed as Annexure G to this Report.
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 at cs@medplusindia.com.
COMPLIANCE ON MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
The Company has complied with the applicable provisions of Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 for female employees of the Company with respect to leaves and maternity benefits thereunder.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
Pursuant to the provisions of Clause (m) of Sub-Section 3 of Section 134 of the Companies Act 2013, read with Rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules 2014, the details of conservation of energy, technology absorption, foreign exchange earnings and outgo, are given in Annexure H annexed to this report.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT ('BRSR')
As per SEBI Circular/ Notification and the guidelines, framework issued by National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC) read with Regulation 34(2)(f) of SEBI Listing Regulations it is necessary to submit the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (earlier BRR Report) which forms a part of this Annual Report.
ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY AND GOVERNANCE
The Company has launched ESG Vision 2030. The focus is to steadfast on leveraging technology to battle climate change, water management and waste management. On the social front, the emphasis is on the development of people, especially in the areas of digital skilling, improving diversity and inclusion, facilitating employee wellness and experience, delivering technology for good and energizing the communities we work in. We are also redoubling our efforts to serve the interests of
all our stakeholders, by leading through our core values and setting benchmarks in corporate governance.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
The Company is committed to transparency in all its dealings and places high emphasis on business ethics. A Report on Corporate Governance along with a Certificate from R & A Associates, Practicing Company Secretary of the Company regarding compliance with the conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated under Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 forms part of the Annual Report.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY
The Company has embedded Environment, Health and Safety Standards throughout the Organization and across its value chain. The Company's Environment, Health and Safety practices confirms to applicable local laws as well as ethical business standards. Your Company acknowledges its social responsibility and accountability towards the environment and society as a whole in conducting its business operations. Your company has invested and will continue to invest in the safety of all its employees and human resources surrounding it.
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
Industrial relations among all units of the Company have been harmonious and cordial. The employees are dedicated, motivated and have shown initiative in improving the Company's performance. Your Company is committed to maintaining good industrial relations with its employees, suppliers, customers and regulators throughout the conduct of its business operations. The organization's achievements are an outcome of efforts, dedication and perseverance demonstrated by its workforce which comprises people from diverse backgrounds who have shown coordination and cooperation in their conduct. Your Board would like to express its gratitude and appreciation to the employees and people associated with the Company for demonstrating a high level of commitment.
GENERAL DISCLOSURE
Your directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items as there were no transactions/ events 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 save and except Employees Stock Option Schemes (ESOS) referred to in this Report.
3. Voting rights which are not directly exercised by the employees in respect of shares for the subscription/ purchase of which loan was given by the Company (as there is no scheme pursuant to which such persons can beneficially hold shares as envisaged under section 67(3) (c) of the Companies Act, 2013).
4. There has been no change in the nature of business of your Company.
VALUATION
During the year under review, the Company has no borrowings, and hence the requirement of providing details of difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of one-time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof is not applicable.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your directors are grateful for the invaluable support of the customers, investors, business associates, banks, government agencies, vendors, franchisees and service providers for their services and cooperation to the Company. We place on record our appreciation for the contribution made by our employees at all levels. Our consistent growth was made possible by their hard work, solidarity, cooperation and support. The Board shall always strive to meet the expectations of all the stakeholders, shareholders for the confidence they have reposed in the Board of Directors. The Directors deeply appreciate their faith and support extended to the Company and remains thankful to them.
For MedPlus Health Services Limited Gangadi Madhukar Reddy
Place: Hyderabad Chairman, MD & CEO
Date: May 20,2026 DIN: 00098097
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