The Board presents 06th Annual Report of the Company ‘MAXVOLT ENERGY INDUSTRIES LIMITED' on the business and operations of the Company together with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended on March 31, 2025 (“the year under review” or “the year” or “FY 2024-25”). The performance of the Company has been referred to whenever required.
This report is in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (“the Act”).
1. Standalone Financial Results:
The financial highlights are set out below: (In f Lakhs)
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Particulars
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Standalone
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Standalone
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Year ended
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March 31, 2025
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March 31, 2024
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Total Revenue
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10746.62
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4837.15
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Other Income
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181.46
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41.46
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Total Income
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10928.26
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4878.61
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Less: Total Expenditure
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9352.69
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4184.4
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Profit before depreciation finance Costs & tax
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1575.57
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694.21
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Less: Depreciation & amortization expenses
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57.06
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16.97
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Less: Finance Costs
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125.88
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43.19
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Profit/(Loss) before tax
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1392.63
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634.04
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Less: Provision for Tax
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380.68
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109.93
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Add: Deferred Tax Liability
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0.28
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3.29
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Profit for the year
(After adjustment of Minority of interest/ Associates)
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1011.68
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520.83
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2. State of the Company's Affairs/Review of Operations
During the financial year 2024-25, total revenue increased to ^ 10746.62 (Amt in Lakhs) against ^ 4837.15 (Amt in Lakhs) in the previous year, thereby registering an increase of total revenue by 122.17%. The Profit after tax (PAT) for the current year has increased to ^1011.68 against ^ 520.83 Lakhs in the previous year, thereby registering an increase in Profit after tax by 94.24%.
The company is taking effective steps to improve the performance of the Company through growth in revenue, managing costs, strategic marketing, increasing brand awareness and brand equity through advertising campaigns etc.
3. Dividend
In order to conserve cash and ensure liquidity for the operations, the Board of Directors decided not to recommend any dividend to the shareholders for the Financial Year 2024-25.
4. Share Capital
During the year under review, there have been changes in the Share Capital of the Company:
• Issue of equity shares: During the year under review, the Company made its Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 24,00,000 equity shares of face value ^10 each at an issue price of ^180 per share. The IPO was successfully completed, and the equity shares of the Company were listed on the SME Platform with effect from February 19, 2025. Pursuant to the IPO, the paid-up share capital of the Company increased to ^10,90,39,280.
• Issue of Bonus shares: The Company has not issued bonus shares during the period under review.
• Issue of employee stock options: The Company has not issued any employee stock option during the period under review.
• Provision of money by the company for purchase of its own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees: The Company has not made any provision for purchase of its own shares by employees or by trustees for the benefit of employees.
5. Reserves
During the Financial Year under review, the Board of Directors have recommended to transfer entire amount of profit to reserves for the further expansion of the business. Hence, the amount of profit for the financial year under review has been carried forward to the Reserve account.
6. Management Discussion and Analysis
A separate section on Management Discussion and Analysis Report (“MD&A”) is included in the Annual Report as required under Regulation 34(2)(e) of the Listing Regulations.
7. Directors
In terms with the requirements of the Listing Regulations, the Board has identified core skills, expertise and competencies of the Directors in the context of the Company's businesses.
All the Directors have affirmed that they have complied with the Company's Code of C onduct & Ethics.
Further, in terms with Section 150 of the Companies Act, 2013 (“Act”) read with Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014, Independent Directors of the Company have confirmed that they have registered themselves with the databank maintained by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affair. The Independent Directors who were required to clear the online proficiency self-assessment test have passed the test.
Director's retiring by Rotation
Shri. Bhuvneshwar Pal Singh (DIN: 07645099), Managing Director, retires by rotation and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. Your directors commend his re-appointment. Brief resume of Director being re-appointed as required by the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 and Secretarial Standard on General Meetings are provided in the Annexure to the Notice convening the AGM of the Company.
Declaration by Independent Directors
All Independent Directors have given declaration that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 16(1)(b) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Company's Policy on appointment and remuneration of Directors Appointment / Cessation of Independent Directors
All Independent Directors of the Company are appointed for a term of 5 year, i.e. Ms. Kavita Dixit and Mr. Preet Kumar were appointed from April 10, 2024 and holds office upto April 09, 2029 and Mr. Ajay Kumar was appointed from September 11, 2024 and hold office upto September 10, 2029.
During the period under review, Ms. Neha Yadav (DIN: 10585638), Independent Director of the Company, resigned from the Board with effect from September 02nd, 2024, due to other professional engagements.
The Board places on record its sincere appreciation for the valuable guidance and contributions made by Ms. Neha Yadav during their tenure as an Independent Director of the Company.
The Company has received confirmation from the said director that there were no other material reasons for resignation other than those mentioned in the resignation letter.
Criteria for appointment of Independent Directors
The Independent Directors shall be of high integrity with relevant experience and expertise in the fields of manufacturing, research and development, innovations, marketing, finance, taxation, law, governance and general management, so as to have a diverse Board.
Criteria for appointment of Managing Directors/Whole Time Directors
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee shall identify persons of integrity who possess relevant experience and expertise particularly in the Lithium battery, leadership qualities required for the position and shall take into consideration recommendation, if any, received from any member of the Board.
Remuneration Policy
The Company follows a policy on remuneration for Directors and Senior Management Employees, details of the same are given in the Corporate Governance Report.
Board Evaluation
Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee has laid down the criteria for evaluation of the performance of Individual Director, the Board as a whole and also the Secretarial Department. Evaluation of performance is undertaken annually.
The performance evaluation of the Chairman and the Non-Independent Directors was carried out by the Independent Directors through which the performance of the Board as a whole was also evaluated and the performance of the Secretarial Department was also reviewed. The Company has implemented a system of evaluation on the basis of a structured questionnaire which comprises evaluation criteria taking into consideration various performance related aspects. The performance evaluation of the Independent Directors was carried out by the entire Board (excluding the Director being evaluated).
The Directors expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
8. Number of Board Meeting
The Board of Directors met 25 (Twenty-Five) times during the year, the details of which are provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
9. Committees of the Board
The Board has the following Committees:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
10. Directors' Responsibility Statement:
As stipulated under Section 134(3)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013, your Directors confirm as under:-
i) that in the preparation of the accounts for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material departure, if any.
ii) that the Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently and made judgments and estimates that were reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as of March 31, 2025 and of the profit of the Company for the year under review.
iii) that the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
iv) that the Directors have prepared the accounts for the financial year on going concern basis.
v) the Directors have laid down internal financial controls, which are adequate and were operating effectively.
vi) the Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
11. Internal Financial Control System
Your Company has in place an adequate internal financial control system, commensurate with the size and complexity of its operations. Necessary checks and controls are in place to ensure that all assets are safeguarded, to detect and prevent errors and frauds and that the transactions are properly verified, adequately authorized, correctly recorded and properly reported. The Statutory Auditors/Internal Auditor of the Company Conduct Audit of various departments to ensure that internal controls are in place and submit Reports to the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee regularly reviews these Reports and the Company when needed takes corrective actions.
The Statutory Auditors also audit the effectiveness of the Company's internal financial control system. No inefficiencies were reported.
12. Human Resources
The company's Human Resources (HR) management practices ensure fair and reasonable processes that are compliant with regulatory and governance requirements. The company has developed a management framework that focuses on holistic growth of employees and aids them with tools that help in continuously learning and the development of new skills.
As a growing enterprise, the company's HR policies and Industry-leading remuneration practices aim to attract and retain top talent, thus supporting the company's long-term strategy and driving a sustainable performance.
Finding, retaining and developing the right talent has always been a core strategy in order to maintain high-productivity and a value-driven organizational culture. The company finds it imperative to follow policies and regulations that produce an unbiased and safe working environment.
In the last fiscal year, the company focused on building systems and tolls that help track career paths, provide guidance to develop new skills, educate employees on varied topics and recognize and reward top performer.
13. Extract of Annual Return
Pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Act, the Annual Return for the Financial Year ended on 31st March 2025 shall be uploaded on the website of the Company and can be accessed through the link https:/www.maxvoltenergy.com.
14. Public Deposits
During the year under review, your Company has neither invited nor accepted any fixed deposits from the public within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014 and there were no unclaimed deposits or interest thereon as on March 31, 2025
15. Particulars of Loans, Guarantees and Investments
During the year, the Company has neither provided any loan or guarantees nor invested in any security under section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
16. Subsidiaries/ Joint Ventures/Associates
The Company has not Subsidiary / Joint Ventures (JV's) and Associate Companies within the meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013.
17. Related Party Transactions
All related party transactions that were entered into during the financial year were in the ordinary course of business and were on an arm's length basis. There are no materially significant related party transactions entered into by the Company with Promoters, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel or other related parties which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large.
During the year, the Company has not entered into related party transactions which could be considered as material in accordance with the Policy on Related Party Transactions of the Company. Accordingly, the disclosure of related party transactions as required under Section 134(3)(h) of the Companies Act, 2013 in Form AOC -2 is not applicable to your Company.
All related party transactions for the year are placed before the Audit Committee as well as before the Board for approval. The transactions entered into with related parties are reviewed on a quarterly basis by the Audit Committee.
The Policy on Related Party Transactions as approved by the Audit Committee and Board is uploaded on the Company's website at the link:
https://www.maxvoltenergy.com/assets/pdf/policy/policy-on-materiality-of-related-party-
transactions-e17.pdf.
18. Vigil Mechanism / Whistle Blower Policy
The Company has framed a Whistle Blower Policy to deal with instances of fraud and mismanagement, if any. The Policy is posted on the Company's website at the link https://www.maxvoltenergy.com/assets/pdf/policy/vigil-mechanism-and-whistler-blower- policy-a68.pdf.
19. Risk Management & Internal Control System and their Adequacy Risk Management
In line with the regulatory requirements, the Company has framed a Risk Management Policy to identify and assess the key business risk areas and to put in place a mechanism for mitigation of risk. A detailed exercise is being carried out at regular intervals to identify, evaluate, manage and monitor all business risks. The Risk Management Committee as well as the Board periodically reviews the risks and suggests steps to be taken to control and mitigate the same through a properly defined framework.
Internal control system & their adequacy
Internal financial controls are an integral part of the risk management process, addressing financial and financial reporting risks. The internal financial controls have been documented and embedded in the business processes. The Company has laid down internal financial controls, through a combination of entity level controls, process level controls and IT general controls, inter- alia, to ensure orderly and efficient conduct of business, including adherence to the Company's policies and procedures, accuracy and completeness of accounting records and timely preparation and reporting of reliable financial statements/information, safeguarding of assets, prevention and detection of frauds and error.
The Company maintains appropriate systems of internal controls, including monitoring procedures, to ensure that all assets and investments are safeguard against loss from unauthorized use or disposition. Company policies, guidelines and procedures provide for adequate checks and balances and are meant to ensure that all transactions are authorized, recorded and reported correctly.
20. Significant and material orders passed by Regulators or Courts
During the period under review, the Company successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) and was listed on the SME Platform with effect from February 19, 2025, after obtaining requisite approvals from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Stock Exchange, and other relevant authorities.
Other than the approvals received in the ordinary course of listing, no significant or material orders were passed by any Regulators, Courts, or Tribunals which would impact the going concern status or future operations of the Company.
21. Material changes and commitments after the end of financial year
After the end of the financial year, there have been the following material changes and commitments which may affect the financial position of the Company:
The Company successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) and was listed on the SME Platform with effect from February 19, 2025. Through the IPO, the Company raised ^54 Crores by way of fresh issue of equity shares and by way of offer for sale. The proceeds of the IPO are being utilized as per the objects stated in the offer document/prospectus.
Other than the above, there have been no material changes or commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of the financial year and the date of this report
22. Conservation of Energy, Technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo
Information pursuant to Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8 of The Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is given in Annexure -I to this Report.
23. Corporate Social Responsibility
The brief outline of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy of the Company and the initiatives undertaken by the Company on CSR activities during the year are set out in Annexure - II to this Report in the format prescribed in the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014. The Policy is available on the Company's website at the link https://www.maxvoltenergy.com/assets/pdf/policy/csr-policy-444.pdf.
24. Auditors Statutory Auditors
During the period under review, M/s. S. Yadav & Company, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 019841C), who has served their resignation w.e.f. October 10, 2024, due to pre¬ occupation in other assignments. The Board of Directors places on record their sincere appreciation for the professional services rendered by M/s. S. Yadav & Company during their tenure.
To fill the resultant casual vacancy, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on October 11th 2024, appointed M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C), as the Statutory Auditors of the Company under Section 139(8) of the Companies Act, 2013, subject to approval of the members at the ensuing General Meeting.
Subsequently, the members approved the appointment of M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C) at the Extraordinary General Meeting held on October 15th, 2024, to hold office from the date of such meeting until the conclusion of the 6th Annual General Meeting.
M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C) appointed till the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting. Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors, at its meeting held on 27th of August 2025, has proposed the re-appointment of M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C), as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of 5 [five] consecutive years, from the conclusion of the ensuing 6th AGM till the conclusion of the 11th AGM, subject to approval of the members of the Company.
M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C) have confirmed their eligibility under Section 141 of the Companies Act, 2013 and that they are not disqualified to be appointed as Statutory Auditors under the provisions of the said Act and rules made thereunder.
The Statutory Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, issued by M/s. A T K & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 18918C), does not contain any qualification, reservation, or adverse remark.
Auditor
As per the provisions of Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 13 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed M/s. S. Yadav & Company, Chartered accountants (Firm Registration No. 019841C), as the Internal Auditor of the Company for the financial year 2025-26.
The Internal Auditor periodically reviews the internal control systems and the operational efficiency of the Company and submits their reports to the Board. The Board reviews the findings and takes appropriate corrective actions wherever necessary.
The Internal Audit function ensures transparency, regulatory compliance, and strengthens the risk management framework of the Company.
Cost Auditors
During the period under review, the Company has triggered the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 framed thereunder, to appoint the Cost Auditor of the Company to conduct the audit of cost records of the Company. The Board of Directors, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, have appointed M/s. PK & Associates, Cost Accountants (Firm Registration No.: 001452), as the Cost Auditor of the Company for the Financial Year 2025-26, to conduct the audit of cost records of the Company.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 148(3) of the Act, the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor is required to be ratified by the members of the Company. A resolution seeking members' approval for the remuneration payable to them forms part of the Notice convening the AGM.
Further, the Cost Auditor has confirmed their independence and eligibility under Section 141 of the Companies Act, 2013.
Secretarial Auditors
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company had appointed Rohit Verma, Company Secretary to undertake Secretarial Audit for the financial year 2024-25. The Secretarial Audit Report is annexed herewith as Annexure - III. There is no secretarial audit qualification for the year under review.
During the year under review, the Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
The Board of Directors have appointed Rohit Verma, Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditors of the Company to conduct Secretarial Audit for a period of 5 (five) consecutive years from the conclusion of the 06th AGM till the 11th AGM i.e. FY 2025-26 to FY 2029-30. Resolution seeking members' approval forms part of the Notice convening the AGM.
25. Particulars of Employees
The information required pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, is attached as Annexure -IV. In terms of the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Act read with subrule (2) and (3) of Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, a statement showing the norms and other particulars of employees drawing remuneration in excess of the limits set out in the said Rules are provided in the Report. However, having regard to the provisions of the first proviso to Section 136(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 the details are excluded from the Report sent to member. The required information is available for inspection at the registered office/ corporate office and the same shall be furnished on request.
26. Change In the Nature of Business, If Any
There is no change in the nature of business of your Company during the year under review.
2 7. Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR)
Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, mandates the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) only for top 1000 listed entities by market capitalisation. The SME listed entities are generally outside this top 1000 threshold, and SEBI has not issued a separate circular making Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) applicable to SME Listed Entities.
28. Compliance with Secretarial standards
During the Financial Year, the Company has complied with secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
29. Corporate Governance
A report on Corporate Governance as stipulated in the Listing Regulations, together with Certificate from the Auditors of the Company confirming compliance of conditions of Corporate Governance as stipulated under the aforesaid regulations, forms part of the Annual Report.
3 0. Policy on sexual harassment of women at workplace
Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) the Company continues to follow all the statutory requirements and guidelines in line with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder. The POSH Committee established as per the statutory requirements, continues to operate in every Unit and at the registered office. In case of any instances, employees are advised to approach the internal Committee and appropriate action in this regard is initiated post detailed review of the matter. The Company stands strong against any kind of sexual harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual harassment at workplace.
During the year under review Company has not received complaints of sexual harassment from any employee of the Company.
31. COMPANY STATEMENT ON COMPLIANCE WITH THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
Your Company is fully committed to upholding the rights and welfare of all its employees in accordance with applicable labor laws. In line with this commitment, we hereby affirm our compliance with the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, as amended from time to time. We ensure that all eligible women employees are granted maternity benefits as mandated under the Act, including but not limited to:
• Paid maternity leave of up to 26 weeks (or as applicable under the law),
• Additional leave in the event of illness arising out of pregnancy or delivery,
• Provision of nursing breaks,
• Protection from dismissal or discrimination during maternity leave,
• Provision of creche facilities (where applicable, in accordance with employee strength and workplace location).
We remain dedicated to creating an inclusive, supportive, and legally compliant work environment that respects and upholds the rights of women during and after pregnancy.
32. Appreciations and Acknowledgement
We thank our customers, business partners, suppliers, bankers and shareholders for their continued support during the year. We thank the Government of India, the State Governments where we have business operations and other government agencies for their support and look forward to their continued support in the future.
Your directors are also happy to place on record their sincere appreciation to the co-operation, commitments & contribution extended by all the employees of the “MaxVolt” Family & look forward to enjoying their continued support & co- operation.
On behalf of the Board of Directors MAXVOLT ENERGY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
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Place: New Delhi Vishal Gupta Bhuvneshwar Pal Singh
Date: 27.08.2025 Whole Time Director Managing Director and CFO
DIN: 07842571 DIN: 07645099
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