Your directors have great pleasure in presenting the report on the Business and Operations of your Company ("the Company” or "PMPL"), along with the audited financial statements, for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The financial highlights of the Company are as follows:
^ in Crores
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Standalone
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Consolidated
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2025-26
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2024-25
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2025-26
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2024-25
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Revenue from Operations
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4,728
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4,435
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6,062
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5,234
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Other income
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72
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66
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45
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45
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Total Income
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4,800
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4,501
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6,107
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5,279
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|Total Expenditure
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4,247
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3,948
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5,357
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4,630
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Profit before interest, depreciation and tax
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553
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553
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750
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649
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Less: Depreciation
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65
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48
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74
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56
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Less: Interest and Finance Charges
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101
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86
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116
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99
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Share of Profit from JV and Associates
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-
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-
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(3)
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(3)
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Profit before tax
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387
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419
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557
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491
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Provision for taxes (including DTL)
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88
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118
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146
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143
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Profit after tax
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299
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301
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412
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348
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Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent before OCI
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299
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301
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364
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326
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Other Comprehensive Income
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-5
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1
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-2
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(2)
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Total Comprehensive Income
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294
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302
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410
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346
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Profits attributable to equity holders of parent after OCI
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294
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302
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362
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325
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Dividend for the year
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3.16
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3.16
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Reserves (Excluding Revaluation Reserve)
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2,363
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2,074
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2,487
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2,128
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EPS (^) on face value of ^10/- each
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94
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95
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115
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103
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Book Value (^) on face value of ^10/- each share
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758
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666
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797
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683
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REVIEW OF OPERATIONS:
Your Company has achieved operational turnover of ^4,728 Cr and Profit after tax of ^ 299 Cr during the FY 2025-26 as against previous year operational turnover of ^4,435 Cr and Profit after tax of ^301 Cr respectively.
Further, your Company has achieved consolidated Revenue from Operations of ^6,062 Cr and Profit after tax of ^412 Cr for the FY 2025-26 as against previous year operational turnover of ^5,234 Cr and Profit after tax of ^348 Cr respectively.
Dividend
The Board of Directors of your Company in its meeting held on May 20, 2026, recommended a dividend @ 15% R1.50/- per equity share of ^10/- each) for the financial year 2025-26 after having considered ongoing and imminent commitments, subject to shareholders' approval at the ensuing annual general meeting (AGM) and shall be subject to deduction of income tax at source.
Dividend Distribution Policy
Pursuant to Regulation 43A of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("the Listing Regulations"), as amended, the Dividend Distribution Policy duly approved by the Board is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at https://powermechprojects.com/codes-policies/
SHARE CAPITAL
The Authorised Capital of the Company is ^35,00,00,000 and the paid-up equity share capital of the Company stood at ^31,61,62,920 comprising of 3,16,16,292 equity shares of ^10/- each.
RESERVES
No amounts were proposed to be transferred to Reserves for the period under review.
FIXED DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted any deposits from Public and as such, no amount on account of principal or interest on deposits from public was outstanding as on the date of balance sheet.
LISTING OF EQUITY SHARES
The securities of the Company are listed at National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited (BSE). Further, the Company has no equity shares carrying differential rights.
The Company has paid Listing Fees for the Financial Year 2026-27, to each of the Stock Exchanges, where its equity shares are listed.
SUBSIDIARIES, ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURE COMPANIES
The Company has following subsidiaries, associate Companies and joint ventures both in India and overseas within the meaning of Section 2(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act”). There has been no material change in the nature of the business of the subsidiaries:
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Subsidiary Company
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Power Mech Industri Private Limited
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Kailash River Bed Minerals LLP
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KBP Mining Private Limited
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Vindyavasini Mining Works LLP
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Kalyaneswari Tasra Mining Private Limited
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Vanshika Mining Works LLP
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Hydro Magus Private Limited
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Velocity Mining Works LLP
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Power Mech BSCPL Consortium Private Limited
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Power Mech Projects (BR) FZE, Nigeria
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Power Mech SSA Structures Private Limited
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Power Mech Projects Limited LLC, Oman
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PMTS Private Limited
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Power Mech Arabia Contracting Company, Saudi Arabia
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Deoghar Ring Road Project Private Limited (D.O.I: 02-
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-05-2025) PMTS Technology LLC, Dubai
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Suryatna Projects Private Limited (D.O.I: 16-07-2025)
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PMTS Inc., USA (D.O.I: 24-06-2025)
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PM Green Private Limited (D.O.I: 09-04-2025)
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Joint Ventures
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Associate Companies
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GTA Power Mech Nigeria Limited
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MAS Power Mech Arabia, Saudi Arabia
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GTA Power Mech DMCC, Dubai
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Power Mech LLC, Qatar
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Consolidated financial statements have been prepared by the Company in accordance with the requirements of Ind AS 110 issued by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and as per the provisions of the Act.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Act and Rule 8(1) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a statement containing the salient features of the financial statements of the Company's subsidiaries, in Form AOC-1, is attached as Annexure-1 to this report.
Further, pursuant to the provisions of Section 136 of the Act, the financial statements of the Company, including the consolidated financial statements, along with the relevant documents and the separate audited financial statements in respect of subsidiaries are made available on the website of the Company at https://powermechprojects.com/subsidiaries/
Further, the Company's policy on determining the material subsidiaries, as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Company's website at https://powermechprojects.com/ codes-policies/
Subsidiaries:
Power Mech Industri Private Limited: One of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMPL. It undertakes major job works through its state-of-the-art workshop in Noida. The machines of the workshop are working at full steam, undertaking critical jobs, meeting customers' satisfaction and proceeding with further expansion in line with the need in the industry.
Power Mech SSA Structures Private Limited: One of the wholly- owned subsidiaries of PMPL, was established to undertake the project (Package-I) of providing necessary infrastructure viz. furniture and additional classrooms including library rooms & electrical facilities in all Government Schools, KGBVs & Bhavitha buildings under the scheme of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan.
PMTS Private Limited: One of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated to explore and develop software.
PM Green Private Limited: One of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated in India for exploring the opportunities in the solar and other renewable energy projects.
Deoghar Ring Road Project Private Limited: One of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated in India for executing the project "Construction of 4 lane Bypass to NH-114A Connecting NH-333 and NH-133 (Deoghar Bypass) from design km 0.00 to design Km 49.00 (Total Length - 49.00 km) in the state of Jharkhand on Hybrid Annuity mode.
Power Mech Projects LLC: One of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMPL incorporated in Oman to tap the local market of Oman and neighbouring countries.
Power Mech Projects BR FZE: A wholly owned enterprise of Power Mech, incorporated in the Free Zone of Nigeria.
Hydro Magus Private Limited: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL established with a vision to make positive contribution in surging Hydro Power sector in India and neighboring countries. The Company has successfully executed some critical hydro projects and is fully geared and aggressively planning for undertaking comprehensive projects.
Power Mech BSCPL Consortium Private Limited: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL which was mainly incorporated to undertake the infrastructure development works required for development of medical device Manufacturing Park for Andhra Pradesh Medtech Zone Limited at Vishakhapatnam.
KBP Mining Private Limited: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated for the exploration, design, engineering, development, and operation of mines.
Kalyaneswari Tasra Mining Private Limited: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated in exploring, design & engineering, developing, operating and working at Tasra Open cast mine located in the state of Jharkhand.
Suryatna Projects Private Limited: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL, incorporated to undertake and execute solar energy projects under the PM Kusum scheme in the state of Bihar. It focuses on solar pump installation, solarisation of agricultural pumps, and small solar power plants on barren land, helping farmers cut diesel dependence and earn from surplus power. The company works closely with Bihar's state nodal agencies and DISCOMs to advance the scheme's goal of sustainable, decentralised solar energy in agriculture.
Power Mech Arabia Contracting Company: One of the subsidiaries of PMPL incorporated to execute contracts within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
PMTS Technology LLC, Dubai: A step-down subsidiary company of PMPL and one of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMTS Private Limited, incorporated in Dubai, primarily to engage in the business of software development and other ancillary activities, as may be permitted under applicable laws.
PMTS Inc, USA: A step-down subsidiary company of PMPL and one of the wholly-owned subsidiaries of PMTS Private Limited, incorporated in Colorado state of USA, primarily to engage in the business of software development and other ancillary activities, as may be permitted under applicable laws.
Kailash River Bed Minerals LLP: A limited liability partnership incorporated to execute a contract awarded by the Uttarakhand Minerals and Mines Development authority.
Vindyavasini Mining Works LLP, Velocity Mining Works LLP and Vanshika Mining Works LLP are incorporated to execute the sand mining in the state of Madhya Pradesh.
Joint Ventures:
GTA Power Mech Nigeria Limited: A joint venture of Power Mech is designed to undertake packages in power, infra and process industry sectors including ETC of civil, mechanical and electrical and also O&M of plants. With solid and stable technical backup from the parent companies, GTA Power Mech is in a position to undertake projects of any magnitude and type in different terrains and weather. The Company has capability to undertake packages in a spectrum of activities in projects and plants supported by expert team in respective fields and strategic and technical collaborations from parent companies. The project is being executed by GTA Power Mech FZE, the wholly owned subsidiary of GTA Power Mech Nigeria Limited.
GTA Power Mech DMCC: A Joint Venture of Power Mech with 50% shareholding, incorporated in Dubai, UAE.
In addition to the above mentioned registered Joint Ventures, there are various unregistered joint ventures formed with the primary purpose of executing various projects. These joint ventures, though not registered as separate legal entities, were set up to pool resources and expertise to effectively carry out specific works. The details of their financial impact have been disclosed in AOC-1 as per regulatory requirements, ensuring transparency and compliance.
Associates
MAS Power Mech Arabia: An associate Company of Power Mech, established in Saudi Arabia to cater the needs in the Saudi Arabia and surrounding regions for providing services in ETC, Civil and O&M.
The Company is equipped to provide services in all the verticals keeping high standards in quality, safety and timeline. The Company draws technical guidance and support from the parent company and it will be an extended arm of Power Mech in providing its skills and expertise in this part of the world.
Power Mech LLC, Qatar: An associate company of Power Mech, established in Qatar to cater the needs in the Qatar and surrounding regions for providing services in ETC, Civil and O&M.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CFS)
During the year, the Board of Directors reviewed the affairs of its subsidiaries. Your Company has prepared its consolidated financial statements in accordance with the requirements of IND AS 110 issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and as per the provisions of Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013. The Consolidated Financial Statements together with the Auditors' Report form part of this Annual Report.
In accordance with Section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013, the financial statements of the Company, including the consolidated financial statements, and all other documents required to be attached to this report are available for inspection by the members at the registered office of the Company during the business hours on all days, except Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, up to the date of the Annual General Meeting ('AGM'). Any member desirous of obtaining a copy of the said financial statements may write a mail to the Company Secretary of the Company. The above-mentioned documents have also been uploaded on the website of the Company at https://powermechprojects.com/annual-reports/
ANNUAL RETURN
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Act, the Annual Return as on March 31, 2026, is made available on the Company's website at https://powermechprojects.com/ annual-returns/
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
The Management Discussion and Analysis (MDA) for the year under review as stipulated under Regulation 34 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) 2015 ("the Listing Regulations”) forms part of this Annual Report.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
Business and Responsibility Sustainability Report (BRSR) as stipulated under Regulation 34(2)(f) of the Listing Regulations is applicable to your Company for FY 2025-26 and the same is provided as separate section to this Annual Report which indicates the Company's performance against the principles of the 'National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct'. This would enable the members to have an insight into environmental, social and governance initiatives of the Company.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
A separate report on Corporate Governance as required under the Listing Regulations is provided as separate section to this Annual Report.
OUTLOOK AND FUTURE PLANS
"Management Discussion and Analysis” contains a section on the Company's outlook and future plans and members may please refer to the same.
DIRECTORS
As on the date of signing this report, the Board of directors of the Company has an optimum combination of Executive Directors (2), Non-Executive Directors (1) and Independent Directors (4) including one woman Independent Director.
Non-executive and Independent Directors
As prescribed under Listing Regulations and pursuant to Section 149(6) of the Act, the Non-Executive and Independent Directors of the Company are Mr. Vivek Paranjpe, Mr. Jayarama Prasad Chalasani, Mr. Bontha Prasada Rao and Mrs. Vasundhara Sinha.
Executive Directors/ Whole-time Directors
Mr. Kishore Babu Sajja, Chairman and Managing Director and Mr. Rohit Sajja, Whole-time Director
The Company is in-compliance with all the applicable provisions of the Act and the Listing Regulations from time to time for the appointment of Directors.
CHANGES IN DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL (KMP):
During the year under review,
a) Mr. Bontha Prasada Rao appointed as the Non-executive and Independent Director of the Company, for a period of 3 years, with effect from August 8, 2025.
b) Mr. Sajja Rohit, president of the Company, appointed as Whole-time Director of the Company for a period of five years from August 8, 2025.
c) Mr. Sajja Kishore Babu, Chairman and Managing Director of the Company, has been re-appointed as such for a further period of five years effective from April 1, 2026.
d) Mrs. Vasundhara Sinha has been appointed as the Non¬ executive and Independent Director of the Company, for a period of 2 years, with effect from June 20, 2026, subject to the approval of members.
e) Mrs. Lasya Yerramneni has completed her second and final term as an Independent Director at the close of business hours on June 26, 2026.
f) Mrs. Sajja Lakshmi has stepped down from her role as a Director, effective August 8, 2026, due to personal and professional commitments.
DIRECTORS RETIRING BY ROTATION
Pursuant to the provisions of the Act, Mr. M. Rajiv Kumar retires at the AGM and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the requirements under Section 134, sub-section 3(c) and sub-section 5 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the best of their knowledge and ability, state and confirm that:
i. in the preparation of the Annual Accounts, the applicable Accounting Standards have been followed, along with proper explanation relating to material departures;
ii. such accounting policies have been selected and applied consistently and judgments and estimates have been made that are reasonable and prudent to give a true and fair view of the Company's state of affairs as on March 31, 2026, and of the Company's profit or loss for the year ended on that date;
iii. they have 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;
iv. they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
v. they have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are operating effectively; and
vi. they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
DECLARATIONS OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All independent directors of the Company have given declaration that they meet the criteria of independence as provided in sub-section (6) of section 149 of the Act. The Company also received a declaration of compliance of sub¬ rule (1) and sub-rule (2) of the Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014.
POLICY ON DIRECTORS' APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION AND OTHER DETAILS
Pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Listing Regulations, the Nomination and Remuneration committee identifies persons who are qualified to become directors in accordance with the criteria laid down and recommend to the Board for their appointment and removal.
The Company adopted a policy relating to the remuneration for Directors and Key Managerial Personnel. This Policy covers the remuneration and other terms of employment for the Company's Executive Team. The remuneration policy for members of the Board and for management, aims at improving the performance and enhancing the value of the Company by motivating and retaining them and to attract the right persons to the right jobs in the Company. The object of this Remuneration Policy is to make your Company a desirable workplace for competent employees and thereby secure competitiveness, future development and acceptable profitability. In order to achieve this, it is imperative that the Company is in a position to offer competitive remuneration in all its operational locations.
The Company's policy on directors' appointment and remuneration and other matters provided in Section 178(3) of the Act is made available on https://powermechprojects.com/ codes-policies/
POLICY FOR SELECTION OF DIRECTORS AND DETERMINING DIRECTORS' INDEPENDENCE
The Nomination and Remuneration committee (NRC) shall assess the independence of directors at the time of appointment, re-appointment and the Board shall assess the same annually based on the criteria provided by NRC. The Board shall re-assess determination of independence when any new interests or relationships are disclosed by a Director.
The criteria of independence is as prescribed in the Act and the Listing Regulations and the independent directors shall abide by the Code specified for them in Schedule IV of the Act.
NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
During the financial year, five (5) meetings of the Board of directors were held on April 10, 2025; May 22, 2025; August 8, 2025; November 10, 2025; and February 10, 2026, in compliance with provisions of the Act read with rules made thereunder, Secretarial Standards and the Listing Regulations.
MANDATORY COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD
The details of the mandatory committees (as per the Act and the Listing Regulations and as on date of signing this report) of the Board are as given below and the compositions of the committees are in line with the applicable provisions of the Act, Rules and Regulations
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Name of the Committee
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Composition of the Committee
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Remarks
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Audit Committee
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Mrs. Vasundhara Sinha, Chairperson Mr. Jayarama Prasad Chalasani, Member
Mr. M Rajiv Kumar, Member Mr. Vivek Paranjpe, Member
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The Audit committee of the Board of directors was constituted in conformity with the requirements of Section 177 of the Act and regulation 18 of the Listing Regulations and its role has been the same as stipulated in the Act and the Regulations mentioned above. All recommendations made by the Audit committee during the year were accepted by the Board.
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Nomination and
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Mrs. Vasundhara Sinha, Chairperson
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The Nomination and Remuneration committee of the Board of
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Remuneration
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Mr. Jayarama Prasad Chalasani,
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directors was constituted in conformity with the requirements of
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Committee
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Member
Mr. M. Rajiv Kumar, Member
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Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 of the Listing Regulations and its role has been the same as stipulated in the Act and the Regulations mentioned above.
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Corporate Social
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Mr. Sajja Kishore Babu, Chairman
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The Corporate Social Responsibility committee of the Board of
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Responsibility
Committee
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Mr. Sajja Rohit, Member Mr. B. Prasada Rao, Member
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directors was constituted in conformity with the requirements of Section 135 of the Act.
The Committee monitored the implementation of the CSR Policy from time to time.
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Stakeholders'
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Mr. M Rajiv Kumar, Chairman
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The Stakeholders' Relationship committee of the Board of directors
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Relationship
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Mr. Sajja Rohit, Member
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was constituted in conformity with the requirements of Section 178
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Committee
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Mr. B. Prasada Rao, Member
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of the Act and Regulation 20 of the Listing Regulations and its role has been the same as stipulated in the Act and the Regulations mentioned above.
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Risk
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Mr. Bontha Prasada Rao, Chairman
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The Risk Management committee of the Board of directors was
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Management
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Mr. Jayarama Prasad Chalasani,
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constituted in conformity with the requirements of Regulation 21
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Committee
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Member
Mr. M Rajiv Kumar, Member Mr. Sajja Kishore Babu, Member
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of the Listing Regulations with its role as stipulated in the Listing Regulations.
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A detailed note on the Board and its mandatory Committees is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
The particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to in sub-section (1) of Section 188 in Form AOC-2 pursuant to clause (h) of sub-section (3) of Section 134 of the Act and Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, are enclosed as Annexure-2 to this report.
The policy on materiality of related party transactions and also on dealing with the related party transactions as approved by the Audit committee and the Board of directors was placed on the website of the Company at https://powermechprojects. com/codes-policies/
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The particulars as prescribed under Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, with respect to Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption, and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo are provided in Annexure-3 to this Report.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES ORINVESTMENTS
The details of loans given, guarantees provided and investments made, if any, during the Financial Year ended on March 31, 2026, are enclosed as Annexure- 4 to this Report in compliance with the provisions of Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Meetings of the Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014. The particulars of aggregate loans, guarantees and investments under Section 186 of the Act are disclosed in the notes to Financial Statements, which may be read as part of this Report.
Further, the disclosure under Regulation 34(3) read With Schedule V of the Listing Regulations is enclosed as Annexure- 5
RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY
The Board formulated and implemented Risk Management Policy for the Company which identifies various elements of risks which in its opinion may threaten the existence of the Company and measures to contain and mitigate risks. The Company has adequate internal control systems and procedures to combat the risk. Further, the Company has adopted a Risk Management Policy in accordance with the provisions of the Act and Regulation 21 of the Listing Regulations and the same is also made available on the Company website of the Company at: https://powermechprojects.com/codes-policies/
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
The annual report on CSR activities, in terms of Section 135 of the Act, and the details about the policy developed and implemented by the company on CSR initiatives taken during the year are enclosed as Annexure-6 to this report. A detailed
policy on CSR is placed on the Company's website under the web link: https://powermechprojects.com/codes-policies/
BOARD EVALUATION
Pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out annual performance evaluation of its own, the individual directors as well as the mandatory committees of the Board. A structured set of criteria was adopted after taking into consideration the inputs received from the directors, covering various aspects of the Board's functioning such as adequacy of the composition of the Board and its Committees, Board culture, execution and performance of specific duties, obligations and governance. Evaluation of the Board members is conducted on an annual basis by the Board, Nomination and Remuneration committee and Independent Directors with specific focus on the performance and effective functioning of the Board and individual directors.
The Nomination and Remuneration committee had specified criteria for performance evaluation of Directors, Committees and Board as a whole and recommended the same to the Board for evaluation.
CRITERIA FOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
a. Ability of the candidate to devote sufficient time and attention to his professional obligations as Independent Director for informed and balanced decision making.
b. Adherence to the Code of Conduct in letter and in spirit by the Independent Directors.
c. Bringing objectivity and independence of view to the Board's discussions in relation to the Company's strategy, performance, and risk management.
d. Statutory compliance and ensuring high standards of financial probity and Corporate Governance.
e. Responsibility towards requirements under the Companies Act, 2013, responsibilities of the Board and accountability under the Director's Responsibility Statement.
FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Independent Directors attend a Familiarization /Orientation Program on being inducted into the Board. Further, various other programmes are conducted for the benefit of Independent Directors to provide periodical updates on regulatory front, industry developments and any other significant matters of importance through Board meetings. The Company issues a formal letter of appointment to the Independent Directors, outlining their role, function, duties and responsibilities, the format of which is available on the Company's Website.
The details of training and familiarization program are available on the website at https://powermechprojects.com/ codes-policies/
NAMES OF COMPANIES WHICH HAVE BECOME OR CEASED TO BE ITS SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES OR ASSOCIATE COMPANIES:
During the period under review PM Green Private Limited; Deoghar Ring Road Project Private Limited; PMTS Inc.; and Suryatna Projects Private Limited became the subsidiaries of the Company and Aashm Avenues Private Limited, Energy Advisory and Consulting Services Private Limited and Power Mech Environmental Protection Private Limited were closed through strike-off route.
DETAILS IN RESPECT OF THE ADEQUACY OF INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS WITH REFERENCE TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Company maintains a robust internal control system that is fully commensurate with the size, scale, and complexity of its operations. To ensure data integrity and operational efficiency, all corporate records are securely maintained within the SAP ecosystem, with workflows and approval matrices systematically routed through the platform.
The Internal Audit Department continuously monitors and evaluates the efficacy and adequacy of these internal controls. This includes assessing compliance with standard operating systems, accounting procedures, and corporate policies across all locations of the Company and its subsidiaries. Based on the findings of the internal audit reports, the respective business units undertake immediate corrective actions in their areas to further strengthen the control environment. Additionally, all significant audit observations and the corresponding corrective measures are periodically presented to the Audit Committee of the Board for their review and oversight.
VIGIL MECHANISM
The Board of Directors, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, established a vigil mechanism for directors and employees called "Whistle Blower Policy”, pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and Listing Regulations to report genuine concerns or grievances about unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud or violation of the Company's Code of Conduct or Ethics Policy and to provide adequate safeguards against victimization of persons who use such mechanism and to provide direct access to the Chairperson of the Audit Committee in appropriate or exceptional cases.
The Whistle Blower Policy is posted under the Investors section of the Company's website at: https://powermechprojects.com/ codes-policies/
FRAUD REPORTING
During the Financial Year under review, the Statutory Auditors have not reported any incident of fraud to the Board of Directors of the Company, pursuant to the provisions of Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
Your Company maintains a zero-tolerance approach towards sexual harassment at the workplace and has adopted a formal policy in strict compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 ("POSH Act"). The Company actively undertakes various organization-wide initiatives to build awareness among employees regarding the Policy and the statutory provisions of the Act. The details of sexual harassment complaints filed and resolved under the POSH Act and the corresponding Rules are as follows:
No. of Complaints Received : Nil
No. of Complaints disposed of : NA
Further, during the year under review, the Company has complied with the provisions related to the constitution of Internal Complaints Committee under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
The Board of Directors has adopted an Insider Trading Policy in compliance with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015. This Policy establishes the guidelines, procedures, and disclosure requirements to be strictly adhered to by individuals while in possession of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) and while dealing in the securities of the Company. It also explicitly details the consequences of any violations. The primary objective of the Policy is to regulate, monitor, and ensure the accurate reporting of trading by employees and designated insiders, thereby upholding the highest ethical standards in all securities transactions.
The Company's Insider Trading Policy, which encompasses the Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information and the Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading, is available on our website at: https://powermechprojects.com/codes-policies/
TRANSFER OF AMOUNTS TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND
During the year under review, pursuant to the provisions of Section 124 (5) of the Act (section 205A of the Companies Act, 1956), an amount of ?84,726.00/- relating to FY 2017-18, which remained unclaimed for a period of 7 years was transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund by the Company in October 2025.
TRANSFER OF UNCLAIMED SHARES TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND AUTHORITY
During the year under review, all shares in respect of which dividend has not been paid or claimed for seven consecutive years or more (relevant shares) up to and including the financial
year 2016-17 were transferred by the Company in the name of IEPF from time to time and the statement containing such details as prescribed is placed on the Company's website at https://powermechprojects.com/unpaid-undaimed-dividend/
STATUTORY AUDITORS & AUDITOR'S REPORT
The Members of the Company at their meeting held on September 27, 2024, approved the appointment of Brahmayya & Co, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 000513S), as Statutory Auditors of the Company to hold office for a period of five years from the conclusion of 25th AGM till the conclusion of the 30th AGM.
The Auditor's Report on the financial statements of the Company does not contain any qualifications, reservations, or adverse remarks or disclaimer and the Notes on the financial statements referred to therein are self-explanatory, thereby not requiring any further comments on the same.
MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS
During the year under review, Section 148(1) of the Act is applicable to your Company and accordingly such accounts and records are made and maintained by the Company as specified in the Act.
COST AUDIT
The Board of directors, based on the recommendations of the audit committee, appointed M/s. M P R & Associates, Cost Accountants, Hyderabad, as Cost Auditors for conducting the audit of cost records of the Company for FY 2025-26. The shareholders of the Company at their 26th AGM held on September 22, 2025, ratified the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors.
Further, the Board of directors based on the recommendations of the audit committee, appointed M/s. M P R & Associates, Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors for conducting the audit of cost records of the Company for FY 2026-27, subject to ratification of remuneration payable to them for the financial year 2026-27 by the members at the ensuing AGM.
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS AND AUDIT REPORT
During the year under review, the Company has complied with the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and Regulation 24A of the Listing Regulations.
The Members of the Company at their meeting held on September 22, 2025, approved the appointment of Mr. D.S. Rao as Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a period of 5 years from the financial year 2025-26.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, issued by Mr. D.S. Rao (ACS no. 12394/ CP no. 14487), Practicing Company Secretary, is enclosed as Annexure-7 to this Report and it does not contain any reservation, qualification or adverse remarks.
Furthermore, this is to confirm that, as on closure of the financial year i.e., March 31, 2026, the Company doesn't have any material subsidiary.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
The information required under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 (including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment(s) thereof for the time being in force) in respect of directors/employees of the Company is enclosed as Annexure -8 to this Report.
DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS LIABILITY INSURANCE
In terms of Regulation 25(10) of the Listing Regulations, the Company undertook Directors and Officers insurance.
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
Industrial relations have remained cordial during the year under review, and your directors appreciate the sincere and efficient services rendered by the employees of the Company at all levels, contributing to the successful operations of the Company.
GREEN INITIATIVES
In commitment to keep in line with the Green Initiatives and going beyond it, electronic copy of the Notice of 27th Annual General Meeting of the Company including the Annual Report for FY 2025-26 are being sent to all members whose e-mail addresses are registered with the Company / Depository Participant(s).
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
During the year under review, the Company has complied with secretarial standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India on Board Meetings (i.e., SS-1), General Meetings (i.e., SS-2) and on Dividend (i.e., SS-3).
GENERAL
Your directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items as there were no transactions on these items during the financial year under review:
1. There is no change in the nature of the business of the Company.
2. Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise.
3. No significant or material orders were passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which impact the going concern status and Company's operations in future.
4. No material changes and commitments in the business operations of the Company from the financial year ended March 31, 2026, to the date of the signing of the Directors' Report.
5. Neither the Managing Director nor the Whole-time Directors of the Company receive any remuneration or commission from any of its subsidiaries.
6. No application made or no proceedings are pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
7. During the year under review, the Company hasn't opted for one time settlement with any Bank or Financial Institution.
8. The details of difference between the amount of valuation done at the time of one-time settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof: Not applicable
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Your directors thank various departments of Central and State Government, Organizations and Agencies for the continued help and co-operation extended by them to your Company. Your directors also gratefully acknowledge all stakeholders of the Company viz. shareholders, customers, dealers, suppliers,
vendors, financial institutions, banks, other intermediaries and business partners for the excellent support received from them during the year.
Your directors place on record their sincere appreciation to all employees of the Company for their unstinted commitment and continued contribution to the Company.
For and on behalf of the Board Kishore Babu Sajja
Place: Hyderabad Chairman and Managing Director
Date: August 8, 2026 DIN: 00971313
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