(j) Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets
Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. These estimates are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted. The discount rate used to determine the present value is a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognised as interest expense.
Contingent liabilities exist when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non¬ occurrence of one or more uncertain future events
not wholly within the control of the Company, or a present obligation that arises from past events where it is either not probable that an outflow of resources will be required or the amount cannot be reliably estimated. Contingent liabilities are appropriately disclosed unless the possibility of an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits is remote.
A contingent asset is a possible asset arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company. Contingent assets are not recognised till the realisation of the income is virtually certain. However, the same are disclosed in the financial statements where an inflow of economic benefit is possible.
(k) Income Tax
i) Current Income Tax:
Current Income Tax is measured at the amount expected to be paid to the tax authorities in accordance with Income Tax Act, 1961.
ii) Deferred Tax:
Deferred tax is provided using the balance sheet approach on temporary differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting purposes at the reporting date. Deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences, and the carry forward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilised.
The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the tax are those that are enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Current income tax and deferred tax relating to items recognised directly in equity is recognised in equity and not in the statement of profit and loss.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when the deferred income taxes assets and liabilities relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority and the entity intends to settle the balances on a net basis.
(l) Foreign Currency and translations
i) Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (" functional currency"). The financial statements are presented in Indian Rupees (INR), which is the functional currency of the Company.
ii) Foreign currency transactions and balances
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities in foreign currencies are translated at the year- end rate. Any resultant exchange differences are taken to the statement of profit and loss, except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges. Non¬ monetary assets and liabilities denominated in a foreign currency and measured at historical cost are recorded at the exchange rate prevalent at the date of transaction.
(m) Revenue from contracts with customers
Revenue from contract with customers is recognised when the Company satisfies performance obligation by transferring promised goods and services to the customer. Performance obligations maybe satisfied at a point of time or over a period of time. Performance obligations satisfied over a period of time are recognised as per the terms of relevant contractual agreements/ arrangements. Performance obligations are said to be satisfied at a point of time when the customer obtains controls of the asset or when services are rendered.
Revenue is measured based on transaction price (net of variable consideration) allocated to that performance obligation. The transaction price of the goods and services to a customer is based on the price specified in the contract and is net of variable consideration on account of estimated sales incentives/discounts offered by the Company. Accumulated experience is used to estimate and provide for the discounts/ right of return, using the expected value method.
A refund liability is recognised for expected sale returns and corresponding assets are recognised for the products expected to be returned.
The Company recognises as an asset, the incremental costs of obtaining a contract with a customer, if the Company expects to recover those costs. The said asset is amortised on a systematic basis consistent with the transfer of goods or services to the customer.
(n) Government Grant
Government grants including any non-monetary grants are recognised where there is reasonable assurance that the grant will be received, and all attached conditions will be complied with. Government grants are recognised in the statement of profit and loss on a systematic basis over the periods in which the related costs, which the grants are intended to compensate, are recognised as expenses. Government grants related to property, plant and equipment are presented at fair value and grants are recognised as deferred income.
(o) Leases
As a lessee
At inception of a contract, the Company assesses whether a contract is or contains a lease. A contract is or contains a lease if a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company assesses whether:
- the contract conveys the right to use an identified asset,
- the Company has the right to obtain substantially all the economic benefits from use of the asset throughout the period of use, and
- the Company has the right to direct the use of the identified asset.
At the date of commencement of a lease, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset ("ROU assets”) and a corresponding lease liability for all leases, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For short-term and low value leases, the Company recognise the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease. Company has considered all leases where the value of an underlying asset does not individually exceed Rs. 0.05 Crores or equivalent as a lease of low value assets.
Certain lease arrangements includes the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. Lease payments to be made under such reasonably certain extension options are included in the measurement of ROU assets and lease liabilities.
Lease liability is measured by discounting the lease payments using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of the leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use asset if the Company changes its assessment of whether it will exercise an extension or a termination option.
Lease payments are allocated between principal and finance cost. The finance cost is charged to the statement of profit and loss over the lease period so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability for each period.
The ROU assets are initially recognised at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives
and restoration costs. These are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses. ROU assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the asset’s useful life (refer 2.2(b)) or the lease term whichever is shorter.
Impairment of ROU assets is in accordance with the Company’s accounting policy for impairment of tangible and intangible assets.
As a lessor
Leases for which the Company is a lessor is classified as a finance or operating lease. Whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee, the contract is classified as a finance lease. All other leases are classified as operating leases. Lease income from operating leases where the Company is a lessor is recognised in the statement of profit and loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
(p) Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that the Company incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds and interest relating to other financial liabilities. Borrowing costs also include exchange differences to the extent regarded as an adjustment to the interest costs. Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they occur.
(q) Exceptional Items
Exceptional items are disclosed separately in the financial statements where it is necessary to do so to improve the understanding of the financial performance of the Company. These are material items of income or expense which by its size, incidence or nature require separate disclosure.
(r) Earnings per share
The Company presents basic and diluted earnings per share data for its ordinary shares. Basic earnings
per share is calculated by dividing the profit or loss attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per share is determined by adjusting the profit or loss attributable to ordinary shareholders and the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding, adjusted for own shares held and considering the effect of all dilutive potential ordinary shares.
(s) Segment Reporting
Segments are identified based on the manner in which the Company’s Chief Operating Decision Maker (‘CODM’) decides about resource allocation and reviews performance. Segment results that are reported to the CODM include items directly attributable to a segment as well as those that can be allocated on a reasonable basis. All other items which are not attributable or allocable to segments have been disclosed as unallocable items. Segment capital expenditure is the total cost incurred during the period to acquire property and equipment and intangible assets including goodwill.
(t) Events after the reporting period
Adjusting events are events that provide further evidence of conditions that existed at the end of the reporting period. The financial statements are adjusted for such events before authorisation for issue. Non-adjusting events are events that are indicative of conditions that arose after the end of the reporting period. Non-adjusting events after the reporting date are not accounted, but disclosed, if material.
2.3 Key accounting judgement, estimates and assumptions
The preparation of the financial statements requires management to exercise judgment and to make estimates and assumptions. These estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experiences and various other factors, that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results
may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis. Revision to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affect only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future period.
The areas involving critical estimates or judgements are:
a) Goodwill and Intangibles
The Company records all intangible assets acquired including goodwill as part of a business combination at fair values. In relation to business combinations, judgement is required to be exercised on determining the fair values, identification and measurement of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, in allocation of purchase consideration, in deciding the amortisation policy and on tax treatment of Goodwill and intangible assets acquired. Judgement is also required to be exercised as regards the manner in which carrying amount of goodwill is likely to be recovered, for deferred tax accounting purposes. Appropriate independent professional advice is also obtained, as necessary. Goodwill has a useful life which is same as that of underlying cash generating unit. Intangible assets are assigned either an indefinite or a finite useful life, depending on the nature and expected consumption. Goodwill and indefinite lived intangible assets are as a minimum, subjected to annual tests of impairment in line with the accounting policy whereas all other intangibles assets are amortised (Refer Note 5).
b) Depreciation and amortisation
Depreciation and amortisation are based on management estimates of the future useful lives of the property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Estimates may change due to technological developments, competition, changes in market conditions and other factors and may result in changes in the estimated useful life and in the depreciation and amortisation charges (Refer Note 3, 4, and 5).
c) Employee Benefits
The present value of the define benefit obligations depends on a number of factors that are determined on an actuarial basis using a number of assumptions. The assumptions used in determining the net cost/ (income) for pensions include the discount rate. Any changes in these assumptions will impact the carrying amount of pension obligations.
The Company determines the appropriate discount rate at the end of each year. This is the interest rate that is used to determine the present value of estimated future cash outflows expected to be required to settle the pension obligations. In determining the appropriate discount rate, the Company considers the interest rates of high- quality corporate bonds/Government securities that are denominated in the currency in which the benefits will be paid and that have terms to maturity approximating the terms of the related pension obligation. Other key assumptions for pension obligations are based in part on current market conditions (Refer Note 40).
d) Carrying value of derivatives and other financial instruments
All financial instruments are required to be fair valued as at the balance sheet date, as provided in Ind AS 109 and Ind AS 113. Being a critical estimate, judgement is exercised to determine the carrying values. The fair value of financial instruments that are unlisted and not traded in an active market is determined at fair values assessed based on recent transactions entered with third parties, based on valuation done by external appraisers etc., as applicable (Refer Note 39).
e) Revenue recognition and marketing accrual
Products are often sold with sales related discounts, rebate, trade support etc. Sales are recorded based on the price specified in the sales contract, however,
simultaneously amount of sales promotions expenditure that would need to be incurred are also estimated and netted off from sales. Judgement is required to be exercised in determining the level of provisions that would need to be accrued. Accumulated experience is used for estimating and providing for such expenditure.
2.4 Recent accounting pronouncements
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (“MCA”) notifies new standards or amendments to existing standards under the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules from time to time. MCA has notified amendments to Ind AS 1 - Presentation of Financial Statements (classification of liabilities as current or non current, including liabilities with covenants), Ind AS 12 - Income Taxes (International Tax Reform - Pillar Two Model Rules), Ind AS 21 - The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates (Lack of Exchangeability), and Ind AS 7 - Statement of Cash Flows and Ind AS 107 - Financial Instruments: Disclosures (Supplier Finance Arrangements), effective from April 1, 2025. The Company has reviewed these amendments and based on its evaluation, has determined that they do not have any impact on the Company’s financial statements. However, pursuant to the adoption of the amendments to Ind AS 7 and Ind AS 107, the Company has provided the required disclosures relating to liabilities under supplier finance arrangements in the notes to the financial statements.
New standards or amendments not yet adopted
Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-current and Non-current Liabilities with Covenants - Amendments to Ind AS 1- The amendments clarify that lender waivers obtained after the reporting date cannot be considered for the purpose of classifying liabilities as current or non current and require retrospective application in accordance with Ind AS 8. These amendments are effective for reporting periods beginning on or after April 1, 2026. The Company does not expect any material impact on its financial statements.
Impairment of Goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite useful life
For the purpose of Impairment Testing, Goodwill of Rs. 3859.95 Crores and indefinite life Brand amounting to Rs. 2093.33 Crores have been allocated to India Branded Business.
Branded business within India is treated as a single CGU taking into account the way the business is managed and the operating structures, and as independent cash inflows are generated at the country level.
Value in use i.e. the enterprise value for each CGU is calculated using cash flow projections over a period of 5 years, with amounts based on medium term strategic plans, subject to experience adjustments. Cash flows beyond the 5 years period are extrapolated using a long term growth rate.
Key assumptions in the business plans include future revenue, associated future levels of marketing support and other relevant cost-base. These assumptions are based on historical trends and future market expectations specific to each CGU.
Other key assumptions applied in determining value in use are:
• Long term growth rate - Cash flows beyond the 5 years period are extrapolated using the estimated long-term growth rate applicable for the geographies in which the CGU operate.
• Discount rate - The discount rate is based on a Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) for comparable companies operating in similar markets.
The long-term growth rates of 6.00% and pre-tax discount rate of 15.03% have been applied in the value in use calculations.
The cash generating unit is engaged in trading, manufacturing and sale of a portfolio of products catering to every day consumption needs and have strong market position and growth potential.
Impairment charge
Based on an assessment carried out, there is no impairment charge in the current year.
Sensitivity Analysis
We have performed sensitivity analysis around the base assumptions and have concluded that no reasonable possible changes in key assumptions based on current recent trends would cause the recoverable amount of the CGU to be less than the carrying value.
a) Costs of these unquoted equity instruments have been considered as an appropriate estimate of fair value because of a wide range of possible fair value measurements and cost represent the best estimate of fair value within that range.
b) During the current year, the Company has made an additional equity investment of Rs. 68.31 Crores in Tata Coffee Vietnam Company Ltd., which is a single member limited liability Company.
c) Investment in preference shares of Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd. (APPL) subscribed in an earlier year of Rs. 37.98 Crores [67000000 shares of Rs. 10 each] is redeemable with a special redemption premium, on fulfilment of certain conditions, within 20 years from the date of the issue and are designated as fair value through profit and loss. Preference shares subscribed to in FY 2021-22 and 2022-23 of Rs. 124.21 Crores [200000000 shares of Rs. 10 each] are optionally convertible, cumulative, and redeemable carrying an annual coupon rate of 6% with special redemption premium issued for a period of 10 years and are also designated as fair value through profit and loss. The fair value of the preference shares as at March 31, 2026 was reassessed based on estimated repayment dates and a fair value loss of Rs. 32.53 Crores has been recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss and disclosed under exceptional items.
During the current year, the company has recognised an impairment charge of Rs. 21.06 Crores, disclosed under exceptional items, relating to its investment in APPL, while the entity is actively pursuing various improvement initiatives, impairment has been recognised due to underperformance. The valuation has been arrived by the combination of DCF, CCM and value in disposal method, as this gives the most representative measurement.
d) Preference shares of TRIL Constructions Limited are non-cumulative and mandatorily fully convertible within twenty years from the issue date and the same is carried at cost.
e) Preference shares of Tata Coffee Ltd. are Optionally Convertible non-cumulative and redeemable with a term of 8 years.
f) As part of the simplification of the legal entity structure, net assets of Tata Tea Extractions Inc (“TTEI”) and Consolidated Coffee Incorporated (“CCI”) was transferred to Tata Consumer Products US Holdings Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Consumer Products UK Group Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company. Consequent to this restructure within the Group, the actual cost of investment in TTEI of Rs. 59.73 Crores was allocated to Tata Consumer Products UK Group Ltd. - Rs. 26.87 Crores and to Tata Consumer Products Capital Ltd. - Rs. 32.86 Crores, and the actual cost of investment in CCI of Rs. 232.81 Crores was allocated to Tata Consumer Products UK Group Ltd. - Rs. 125.73 Crores and to Tata Consumer Products Capital Ltd. - Rs. 107.08 Crores.
g) Investment in Tata Tea Holdings Private Ltd was written off during the year on application for strike off with the Registrar of Companies. The said application is under process.
h) Relating to Power Purchase Agreement entered by the Company.
i) Investment carrying values are below Rs. 0.01 Crores.
j) These investments are fully impaired.
ii) Rights, preferences and restrictions attached to shares
The Company has one class of equity shares having a par value of Re 1 each. Each shareholder is eligible for one vote per share held. The dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting, except in case of interim dividend. In the event of liquidation, the equity shareholders are eligible to receive the remaining assets of the Company after distribution of all preferential amounts, in proportion to their shareholding.
iii) Equity shares allotted as fully paid-up (during 5 years preceding March 31, 2026) pursuant to contracts without payment being received in cash
(a) During the financial year 2023-24, 23823166 equity shares were issued consequent to and as part of the Composite Scheme of Arrangement between the Company, Tata Coffee Limited and TCP Beverages & Foods Limited
(b) During the financial year 2022-23, 7459935 equity shares were issued consequent to acquisition of 10.15% additional stake in Tata Consumer Products UK Group Limited, an overseas subsidiary from Tata Enterprises (Overseas) AG.
Nature and Purpose of Reserve
i. Capital Reserve
Capital Reserve was created on acquisition of certain plantation business and on account of amalgamation of remaining business of Tata Coffee.
ii. Securities Premium
Security Premium Account was created on issue of shares at premium. These reserves can be utilised in accordance with Section 52 of the Companies Act 2013.
iii. Contingency Reserves
Contingency Reserves are in the nature of free reserves.
iv. Amalgamation Reserve
Amalgamation reserve was created pursuant to the scheme of amalgamation of Asian Coffee Ltd., Coffee Land Ltd., SIFCO Ltd. and erstwhile Tata Coffee Ltd.
v. Share Based Payment Reserve
Share-based payment reserve represents amount of fair value, as on the date of grant, of unvested and vested shares not exercised till date, that have been recognised as expense in the statement of profit and loss till date.
Employee Shared based payment incentives
The Company has share based incentives for certain employees under Tata Consumer Products Limited- Share-based Long Term Incentive Scheme 2021 (“TCP SLTI Scheme 2021”) and Tata Consumer Products Limited- Share-based Long Term Incentive Scheme 2024 (“TCP SLTI Scheme 2024”) approved by Nomination & Remuneration Committee (NRC).
As per the scheme, the number of shares that will vest is conditional upon certain performance measures being achieved and will be settled through equity shares only. The performance will be measured over vesting period of 3 years. The shares granted under this scheme are exercisable by employees till one year from date of its vesting.
The Company has granted performance share units at an exercise price of Re 1 per shares. Shares granted will vest after 3 years from date of grant. Number of shares that will vest range from 0.5 to 1.2 per performance share unit granted depending on performance measures achieved.
B. Measurement of fair values
The basis of measurement in respect to each class of financial asset, financial liability is disclosed in note 2.2(f) of the financial statement.
The fair value of liquid mutual funds and long term equity investment is based on active market. Fair values of certain non¬ current investment are valued based on discounted cash flow/book value/EBlTDA multiple approach. Derivative financial instruments are generally valued based on Black-Scholes-Merton approach/Dollar offset principles.
C. Financial risk management
The Company has exposure to the following risks arising from financial instruments:
• Credit risk;
• Liquidity risk; and
• Market risk
i. Risk management framework
The Risk Management Committee of the Board is entrusted with the responsibility to assist the Board in overseeing and approving the Company’s risk management framework. The Company has a comprehensive Risk policy relating to the risks that the Company faces under various categories like strategic, operational, reputational and other risks and these have been identified and suitable mitigation measures have also been formulated. The Risk Management Committee reviews the key risks and the mitigation measures periodically. The Audit Committee has additional oversight in the area of financial risks and control.
ii. Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk that counterparty will not meet its obligations leading to a financial loss. The Company is exposed to credit risk arising from its operating (primarily trade receivables) and investing activities including deposits placed with banks, financial institutions and other corporate deposits. The Company establishes an allowance for impairment that represents its estimate of expected losses in respect of financial assets. Financial assets are classified into performing, under-performing and non-performing. All financial assets are initially considered performing and evaluated periodically for expected credit loss. A default on a financial asset is when there is a significant increase in the credit risk which is evaluated based on the business environment. The assets are written off when the Company is certain about the non-recovery.
a. Trade Receivables
The Company has an established credit policy and a credit review mechanism. The Company also covers certain category of its debtors through a credit insurance policy. In such case the insurance provider sets an individual credit limit and also monitors the credit risk. The concentration of credit risk arising from trade receivables is limited due to large customer base.
Management believes that the unimpaired amounts that are past due by more than 90 days are still collectible in full, based on historical payment behavior and analysis of customer credit risk.
b. Financial instruments and cash deposits
The credit risk from balances / deposits with banks, other financial assets and current investments are managed in accordance with the Company’s approved policy. Investments of surplus funds are made only with approved counterparties and within the limits assigned to each counterparties. The limits are assigned to mitigate the concentration risks. These limits are actively monitored by the Company.
iii. Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company may encounter difficulty in meeting its obligations. The Company monitors rolling forecast of its liquidity position on the basis of expected cash flows. The Company’s approach is to ensure that it has sufficient liquidity or borrowing headroom to meet its obligations at all point in time. The Company has sufficient short term fund based lines, which provides healthy liquidity and these carry highest credit quality rating from reputed credit rating agency.
iv. Market risk
Market risk is the risk that the fair value of the future cash flows will fluctuate because of changes in the market prices such as currency risk, interest rate risk and commodity price risk.
a. Currency risk
The Company operates across various geographies and is exposed to foreign exchange risk on its various currency exposures. The risk of changes in foreign exchange rates relates primarily to the Company’s operating activities and translation risk, which arises from recognition of foreign currency assets and liabilities.
During the year, the Company has designated certain foreign exchange forward contracts as cash flow hedges to mitigate the risk of foreign currency exposure on highly probable forecasted transactions. Hedge effectiveness is determined at inception and periodic prospective effectiveness testing is done to ensure the relationship exists between the hedged items and hedging instruments, including whether the hedging instruments is expected to offset changes in cash flows of hedge items.
b. Interest rate risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The interest rate risk can also impact the provision for retiral benefits. The Company generally utilises fixed rate borrowings and therefore not subject to interest rate risk, since neither the carrying amount nor the future cash flows will fluctuate because of change in the market interest rates.
The Company is not exposed to significant interest rate risk as at the respective reporting dates.
c. Price Risk
The price risk is the risk arising from investments held by the Company and classified in the balance sheet either as fair value through other comprehensive income or at fair value through profit or loss.
The Company’s equity investments are mainly strategic in nature and are generally held on a long term basis. Further, the current investments are in units of liquid mutual fund and these are not exposed to significant price risk.
d. Commodity Risk
The Company is exposed to the fluctuations in commodity prices mainly for tea, coffee, salt and pulses. Mismatch in demand and supply, adverse weather conditions, market expectations etc., can lead to price fluctuations. For tea, the Company manages these price fluctuations by actively managing the sourcing of tea, private purchases and alternate blending strategies without impacting the quality of the blend. For salt , coffee and pulses, these fluctuations are managed through active sourcing and commercial negotiation with customers and suppliers including through appropriate hedging policies.
Capital Management
The Company’s objective for capital management is to maximize shareholder wealth, safeguard business continuity and support the growth of the Company. The Company determines the capital management requirement based on annual operating plans and long term and other strategic investment plans. The funding requirements are met through optimum mix of borrowed and own funds.
(ii) Defined Benefits
Gratuity, Pension and Post Retiral Medical Benefits:
The Company operates defined benefit schemes like retirement gratuity, defined pension benefits and post-retirement medical benefits. There are other superannuation benefits and medical benefits restricted to certain categories of employees/ directors in the form of pension, medical and other benefits in terms of a specific policy related to the same. The defined benefit schemes offer specified benefits to the employees on retirement. The gratuity benefit provides for a lump sum payment to vested employees at retirement, death while in employment or on termination of employment of an amount equivalent to 15 to 30 days’ last drawn salary payable for each completed year of service. Vesting occurs upon completion of five continuous years of service.
The Company contributes all its ascertained liabilities towards gratuity to the trust set up for the same. Trustees administer the contributions made to the trust. As at March 31, 2026 and March 31, 2025, the plan assets have been primarily invested in insurer managed funds.
Expected Contribution over the next financial year:
The Company is expected to contribute Rs. 18.30 Crores to defined benefit obligation funds for the year ending March 31, 2027. (iii) Provident Fund
The Company operates Provident Fund Schemes and the contributions are made to recognized funds maintained by the Company and for certain categories contributions are made to State Plans. The Company has an obligation to fund any shortfall on the yield of the trust’s investments over the administered rates on an annual basis. The Actuary has provided a valuation for provident fund liabilities on the basis of guidance issued by Actuarial Society of India and based on the below provided assumption:
42. Segment disclosure
The Company has disclosed segment information in the consolidated financial statements which are presented in the same financial report. Accordingly, in terms of Paragraph 4 of Ind AS 108 ‘Operating Segments’, no disclosures related to segments are presented in these standalone financial statements.
ii) Relationship with Struck off Companies
The company does not have any transaction with companies struck off under section 248 of the Companies Act, 2013 or section 560 of Companies Act, 1956, during the current year and in the previous year.
44. The Government of India notified on November 21, 2025, the four Labour Codes - the Code on Wages, 2019, the Industrial Relations Code, 2020, the Code on Social Security, 2020, and the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 - consolidating existing labour laws. The entity has assessed the incremental impact of these changes on the basis consistent with the Labour Codes, draft rules, FAQs and legal opinion. Considering the regulatory driven non-recurring nature, the impact has been disclosed under Exceptional Items in the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year ended March 31, 2026. The Government of India is in the process of notifying related rules to the New Labour Codes and the impact of these will be evaluated and appropriately accounted as and when notified.
45. Unless otherwise stated, figures in brackets relate to the previous year. All the numbers have been rounded off to nearest Crores.
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