Your directors are pleased in presenting their 12th (Twelfth) Directors Report on the business and operations of your Company together with the Audited Financial Statements and the Auditors’ Report of your Company for the financial year ended, 31st March, 2025.
The summarized financial results for the year ended 31st March, 2025 are as under:-.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS: (In Lakhs)
Particulars
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2024-25
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2023-24
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Turnover
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8026.83
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6364.61
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Other Income
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32.30
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31.00
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Total Income
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8058.86
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6395.61
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Finance Cost
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158.85
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166.21
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Depreciation and amortization expenses
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60.22
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143.85
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Profit Before Tax
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256.14
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203.02
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Tax Expenses: Current Tax
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55.56
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62.07
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Deferred Tax
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19.90
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-8.61
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Profit after Tax
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180.69
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149.55
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COMPANY’S PERFORMANCE REVIEW:
During the under review, the performance of the Company is Satisfactory. The Total Turnover during the year under review has increased by 26% and Total profit before tax is increased by 26%.
• Revenue jumped by approximately 26%, reaching ? 8026.83 Lakhs driven by strong demand across submersible and solar pump segments.
• PBT and PAT grew at ~26% and ~21%, respectively, aided by improved operational efficiencies and lower depreciation burden.
Your Company is focusing on the strategic pillars of cost efficiency programs, innovation, brand building and distribution in order to sustain growth and profitability. During the challenging times, the Company maintained its liquidity position by minimizing cash outflows. The company plans to grow its national and international footprint in the coming years. The company has continued its effort to deliver a quality product and service to the customers, which helps maintain the leadership position in the market.
TRANSFER TO RESERVES
The Company has incurred profit of Rs. 180.69 Lakhs for the current financial year and the same is proposed to be transferred to Reserve and Surplus.
CHANGES IN NATURE OF THE BUSINESS, IF ANY
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the financial year ended 31st March, 2025. DIVIDEND
With a view to conserve the available resources, it has been proposed by the Board of Directors not to declare any Dividend for the financial year 2024-25.
DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
Your Company had adopted Dividend Distribution Policy, in compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (SEBI Listing Regulations). The Policy is available on the Company’s website: www.latteysindustries.com In terms of the Policy, Equity Shareholders of the Company may expect Dividend if the Company has surplus funds and after taking into consideration relevant internal and external factors enumerated in the policy for declaration of dividend.
SHARE CAPITAL
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company, pursuant to the approval of the shareholders at the Extraordinary General Meeting held on 28th October 2024, increased its Authorised Share Capital from ?11.50 Crores to ?25.00 Crores, divided into 12,50,00,000 (Twelve Crores Fifty Lakhs) equity shares of ?2 each.
The increase in Authorised Share Capital was undertaken to enable the Company to raise funds for future business expansion and working capital requirements, through issue of further equity shares or other permissible securities, as and when required.
The Issued, Subscribed, and Paid-Up Share Capital of the Company as on 31st March, 2025 stood at ?11.50 Crores, comprising 5,74,95,825 equity shares of ?2 each.
DEPOSITS
During the year under review, the Company has not accepted or renewed any deposits from public falling within the purview of provisions of Section 73 and 76 of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”) and Rules framed thereunder.
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SUBSIDIARY & ASSOCIATES
The Company has following Subidiary Company:
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S.N
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Name of the Company
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Nature
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Business
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1.
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Latteys Electrical Pvt Ltd
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Subsidiary
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Trading in Electrical
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Further, a statement containing salient features of the financial statements of our associate company in the prescribed format AOC-1 is appended to the Board’s Report. The statement also provides the details of performances, financial position of our associate concern. The Company does not have any Joint Venture & Associate Companies
NAMES OF THE COMPANIES WHICH HAVE BECOME OR CEASED TO BE SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES OR ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
During the year under review, there is no Subsidiary, Joint Venture or Associate Company have ceased. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Board of your Company is duly constituted in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Article 96 of the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Kapoor Chand Garg (DIN: 00434621), Managing Director, is liable to retire by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and, being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. The Board recommends his re-appointment.
The details of Mr. Kapoor Chand Garg, as required under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and as per Secretarial Standard - 2 of General Meeting are contained in the accompanying Notice calling Twelfth (12th) Annual General Meeting of the Company, which forms an integral part of this Report.
I. The Directors and Key Managerial personnel of the Company as on 31st March, 2024 are as below:
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N.
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Name
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Designation
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DIN/PAN
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1
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KAPOOR CHAND GARG
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Managing Director
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00434621
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2
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PAWAN GARG
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Whole time Director
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00434836
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3
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SAROJ GARG
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Non-Executive Director
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03564480
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4
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SACHIN GUPTA
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Independent Director
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03637291
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5
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ASHISH KUMAR GUPTA
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Independent Director
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01472111
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6
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PIYUSH PODDAR
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Independent Director
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09268033
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7
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SUMIT GOEL
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Chief Financial Officer
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AAEPG2734R
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8
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SONIKA JAIN
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Company Secretary
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CCBPJ7796M
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During the current financial year 2024-2025 there is no changes in Key Managerial Personnel.
Particulars of the Extra-Ordinary General Meeting of the Company held during the year
There was one Extra Ordinary General Meeting held during the year for the purpose of increasing in Authoriszed Share Capital of the Company from 11.50 Cr to 25 Cr on dated 28.10.2024.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE -
A separate report on Corporate Governance Compliance as stipulated in Regulation 34 (3) of SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“Listing Regulations”) forms part of the Director’s
Report.
DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Your Directors, to the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the information and explanations obtained by them and pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(c) read with Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, hereby state and confirm that:
(a) In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
(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 at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the company
(c) The directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) The directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
(e) The directors had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating effectively.
(f) The directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
DECALARATION BY INDEPENDEND DIRECTOR
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has received declarations from all its Independent Directors confirming that:
1. They meet the criteria of independence as prescribed in the Companies Act, 2013, the applicable rules, and SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, and have not been disqualified from continuing as Independent Directors.
2. They have complied with the requirements of Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, including the registration with the data bank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and completion of any applicable proficiency self-assessment test.
3. In terms of Regulation 25(8) of SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, they are not aware of any situation that could impair their ability to discharge their duties independently and objectively during the year.
These declarations have been placed before the Board at its first meeting of the financial year and have been taken on record. The Board is of the opinion that all Independent Directors possess the integrity, expertise, and experience necessary to contribute effectively to the functioning of the Board and its committees.
ANNUAL EVUALATION BY THE BOARD
In compliance with the provisions of Section 134(3)(p) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the applicable rules and Regulation 17 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board of Directors carried out an annual performance evaluation of:
• The Board as a whole;
• Its various Committees; and
• Individual Directors, including the Chairperson and Independent Directors.
The evaluation process was conducted through a structured questionnaire covering various aspects such as:
• Composition and diversity of the Board;
• Clarity of roles and responsibilities;
• Quality, quantity, and timeliness of information flow;
• Effectiveness of strategic guidance and decision-making;
• Adequacy of risk management and internal control oversight; and
• Level of engagement and contribution by each Director.
The performance of the Committees was assessed in terms of their structure, mandate, frequency and quality of meetings, and effectiveness in fulfilling their delegated responsibilities. The evaluation of Independent Directors considered their objectivity, level of preparedness, and contribution towards Board discussions and decision-making.
The Independent Directors, in a separate meeting held during the year, reviewed the performance of the Board as a whole, the Chairperson, and the non-independent Directors, as well as the quality and timeliness of information flow between the management and the Board.
The results of the evaluation were discussed at a meeting of the Board of Directors. The Board expressed satisfaction with the performance of each Director, the Board as a whole, and its Committees, and concluded that the Company’s governance framework is effective in enabling the Board to discharge its duties and responsibilities in a transparent and accountable manner.
BOARD MEETINGS:-
During the year, Seven Board Meetings, as follows were convened and held with requisite quorum. The details of the Board Meetings and the attendance of the Directors are provided in the Corporate Governance Report attached hereto which forms part of this Report.
1. 10.04.2024 6. 28.09.2024
2. 30.05.2024 7. 12.11.2024
3. 05.07.2024 8. 10.02.2025
4. 13.08.2024
5. 02.09.2024
DETAILS OF COMMITTEE OF DIRECTORS:-
Composition of Audit Committee of Directors, Nomination and Remuneration Committee of Directors, Stake Holders Relationship/ Grievances Committee of Directors and Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, number of meetings held of each Committee during the Financial year 2024-25 and meetings attended by each member of the Committee as required under the Companies Act, 2013 are provided in Corporate Governance Report and forming part of the report.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
As per the requirement of Regulation 34 of the Securities Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligation & Disclosure Requirement) Regulation 2015, Management Discussion and Analysis of the financial condition and result of operation have been provided separately in this Annual Report.
REMUNERATION POLICY:-
A Nomination and Remuneration Policy has been formulated pursuant to the provisions of Section 178 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules thereto stating therein the Company’s policy on appointment and remuneration of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel which was approved and adopted by the Board of Directors.
DISCLOSURE OF REMUNERATION OF EMPLOYEES COVERED UNDER RULE 5(2) OF THE COMPANIES (APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION OF MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL) RULES, 2014
None of the employee of your Company, who was employed throughout the financial year, was in receipt of remuneration in aggregate of Rupees One Crore and Two Lakhs or more or if employed for the part of the financial year was in receipt of remuneration of Rupees Eight Lakh & Fifty Thousand or more per month
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo as stipulated under Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is set out herewith as “Annexure-B” to this Report.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company, subsequent to close of Financial Year 2024-25 till the date of this Report.
ANNUAL RETURN:-
The Annual Return of the Company as on March 31, 2025 will be available on the Company’s website and can be accessed at https://latteysindustries.com
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS UNDER SECTION 186 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
Details of loans and guarantees given and investments made during the Financial Year 2024-25, under the provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 are given in the notes to Financial Statements, which forms an integral part of this Report.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACATION
Related party transactions that were entered during the financial year were on an arm’s length basis and were in the ordinary course of business. There were no materially significant related party transactions with the Company’s Promoters, Directors, Management or their relatives, which could have had a potential conflict with the interests of the Company. Transactions with related parties entered by the Company in the normal course of business are periodically placed before the Audit Committee for its omnibus approval and the particulars of contracts entered during the year as per Form AOC-2 is enclosed.
VIGIL MECHANISM
The Company has established a vigil mechanism, through a Whistle Blower Policy, where Directors and employees can voice their genuine concerns or grievances about any unethical or unacceptable business practice. A whistle-blowing mechanism not only helps the Company in detection of fraud, but is also used as a corporate governance tool leading to prevention and deterrence of misconduct.
It provides direct access to the employees of the Company to approach the Compliance Officer or the Chairman of the Audit Committee, where necessary. The Company ensures that genuine whistle blowers are accorded complete protection from any kind of unfair treatment or victimization.
The said policy is also available on the website of the Company at www.latteysindustries.com under the head investor section.
AUDITORSI. Statutory Auditor
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139, 142 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, and pursuant to the recommendation of the Audit Committee, M/s Piyush J Shah & Co, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration no.121172W, were appointed as Statutory Auditors at the 11th Annual General Meeting to hold the office for a first term of five (05) consecutive years, from the conclusion of 11th Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of 16th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
STATUTORY AUDITORS' REPORT:
There are no audit qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks or disclaimers, in the Auditors' Report, as annexed elsewhere in this Annual Report. During the year under review, the Statutory Auditors have not reported any instances of frauds committed in the Company by its officer and employees under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
II. Secretarial Auditor
As required under provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, the Board has appointed the Secretarial Auditors of the Company, M/s Pitroda Nayan & Co, Practicing Company Secretaries, for conducting the Secretarial Audit for the FY 2024-25.
SECRETARIAL AUDIT: Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board of Directors of the Company had M/s Pitroda Nayan & Co, Practicing Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditor for the year ended 31st March, 2025. The Secretarial Auditor has submitted its Report in Form No. MR-3 for the Financial Year ended on 31st March, 2025 and the same as set out in “Annexure G”, forms an integral part of the Directors' Report.
The Secretarial Auditor of the Company has submitted his report for the financial year 2024-25 under Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013. The report contains certain adverse observations/remarks with respect to statutory compliances.
The Board of Directors has carefully reviewed the said observations and wishes to state as under:
1. The observations made by the Secretarial Auditor primarily relate to certain procedural delays/omissions in compliance.
2. The Board acknowledges the importance of strict adherence to all applicable statutory provisions and has taken the observations in the right spirit.
3. The Company has already initiated necessary corrective measures to ensure that such instances do not recur in future. Further, internal control and monitoring mechanisms are being strengthened to enhance compliance management.
4. The Board affirms its commitment towards maintaining the highest standards of good governance, compliance, and transparency in all operations.
Accordingly, the Board assures the shareholders and stakeholders that the Company is committed to full adherence of all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, and continuous improvement in the compliance framework.
Internal Auditor
In accordance with the provisions of Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, Board appointed M/s. Nimit B Shah & Co, Chartered Accountants, Ahmedabad and conducted the Internal Audit of the Company for the Financial Year 2024-25.
IV DISCLOSURE AS TO WHETHER MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS
The Board of Director not appointed Cost Auditor owing to non-applicability to appoint Cost Auditor in your Company specified the Central Government under sub-section (1) of Section 148 of the Companies Act 2013, is required by the Company and accordingly such accounts and records are made and maintain w.e.f. 01st April 2022.
SEBI COMPLAINTS REDRESS SYSTEM (SCORES):
The investor complaints are processed in a centralized web based complaints redress system. The salient features of this system are centralized database of all complaints, online upload of Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by the concerned companies and online viewing by investors of actions taken on the complaint and its current status. Your Company has been registered on SCORES and makes every effort to resolve all investor complaints received through SCORES or otherwise within the statutory time limit from the receipt of the complaint. The Company has not received any complaint on the SCORES during financial year 2024-25.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ADEQUACY
The Company has its internal financial control systems commensurate with the size and complexity of its operations, to ensure proper recording of financials and monitoring of operational effectiveness and compliance of various regulatory and statutory requirements. The management regularly monitors the safeguarding of its assets, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, accuracy and completeness of the accounting records including timely preparation of reliable financial information.
The internal auditor consults and reviews the effectiveness and efficiency of the internal financial control systems and procedure to ensure that all the assets are protected against loss and that the financial and operational information is accurate and complete in all respects. Significant audit observations and corrective actions thereon are presented to the Audit Committee of the Company.
RISK MANAGEMENT
The Company has in place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate various risks to key business objectives. Major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis. These are discussed at the meetings of the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors of the Company.
There are no material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year and the date of this Report.
FRAUD REPORTING
There were no frauds reported during the Financial Year.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Board has laid down a specific code of Conduct for all Board Members and Senior Management of the Company. All the Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with the Code on annual basis.
INSIDER TRADING
The Board has in consultation with the Stakeholder’s Relationship Committee laid down the policy to regulate and monitor the Insider Trading in the Company. The Committee regularly analyses the transactions and monitors them to prevent Insider Trading. The Company has also adopted a Prohibition of Insider Trading Policy.
Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information. Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor and Report Trading by Designated Persons and their Immediate Relatives
The Policy was approved by the Board and same was uploaded on the Company’s website www.latteysindustries.com under the tab investors.
MEANS OF COMMUNICATION
The Board believes that effective communication of information is an essential component of Corporate Governance. The Company regularly interacts with its shareholders through multiple
channels of communication such as Company’s Website and stipulated communications to Stock Exchange where the Company’s shares are listed for announcement of Financial Results, Annual Report, Notices, Outcome of Meetings, and Company’s Policies etc.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Your Company treats its “Human Resources” as one of its most important assets. Your Company continuously invests in attraction, retention and development of talent on ongoing basis. Numbers of programs that provide focused people attention are currently underway. Your Company thrust is on the promotion of talent internally through job rotation and job enlargement.
WEBSITE
The Company has a website addressed as https://www.latteysindustries.com contains the basic information about the Company - details of its Business, Financial Information, Shareholding Pattern, Contact Information of the Designated Official of the Company who is responsible for assisting and handling investors grievances and such other details as may be required under sub regulation (2) of Regulation 46 of the Listing Regulations, 2015. The Company ensures that the contents of this website are periodically updated.
POLICY ON DIRECTORS’ APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION AND OTHER DETAILS
The Company’s policy on Directors’ appointment including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence of a Director as well as policy relating to Remuneration of Key Managerial Personnel and other employees and other matters as provided in Section 178(3) of the Act, is uploaded on the website and can be accessed through following link :
https://www.lattevsindustries.com/files/Terms%20and%20Conditon%20of%20Independent%20Dire
ctors.pdf
OTHER DISCLOSURES
There were no significant and material orders passed by Regulators / Courts / Tribunals that would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
DETAILS OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALUATION AMOUNT ON ONE TIME SETTLEMENT AND VALUATION WHILE AVATLTNG LOAN FROM BANKS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
During the Financial year under review, there were NO one time settlement of Loans taken from Banks and Financial institutions.
DETAILS OF APPLICATION MADE OR PROCEEDING PENDING UNDER INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTACY CODE 2016
During the financial year under review, there were NO application/s made or proceeding were pending in the name of the company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
SECRETARIAL STANDARDS :
The Company is in compliance with the applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and approved by the Central Government under Section 118(10) of the Companies Act, 2013.
DATA PRIVACY, DATA PROTECTION, AND CYBERSECURITY
The Company is committed to upholding the highest standards of data privacy and protection. In light of the increasing reliance on digital infrastructure, the Company has implemented comprehensive cybersecurity and data protection policies, aligned with industry best practices and the evolving regulatory framework, including provisions under the Information Technology Act, 2000, and applicable data protection regulations.
Key initiatives undertaken during the year include:
• Deployment of end-to-end encryption and multi-layered security protocols for data storage and transfer.
• Regular third-party cybersecurity audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Employee training programs on data protection and cybersecurity awareness.
• Strict access control mechanisms and implementation of role-based permissions.
• Data breach response protocols in accordance with the CERT-In guidelines.
The Company continues to invest in digital infrastructure to ensure robust protection of stakeholder information and business continuity.
AUDIT TRAIL APPLICABILITY (AUDIT AND AUDITORS) RULES 2014 - RULE 11 OF THE COMPANIES ACT 2013.
The Company has used accounting software for maintaining its books of account for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 which has a feature of recording audit trail (edit log) facility and the same has operated throughout the year for all relevant transactions recorded in the software’s.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT:-
Statements in the Boards’ Report and the Management Discussion and Analysis describing the Company’s objectives, explanations and predictions, may be forward looking within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in the statement. Important factors that could influence the company’s operations include: global and domestic demand and supply conditions affecting selling prices, new capacity additions, availability of critical materials and their cost, changes in government policies and tax laws, economic development of the country, and other factors which are material to the business operations of the Company
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Directors wish to express their gratitude to the Bankers, Financial Institutions, Government Authorities, Customers, Vendors, Consultants, Advisors and Members for their direct and indirect cooperation and look forward to their continued support in the future.
Your Directors acknowledge the support and co-operation received from employees and all those who have helped in day to day management of the Company.
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