1.13 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities, Contingent Assets &
Capital Commitments
(a) A provision is recognized if, as a result of a past event, the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation that can be estimated reliably, and it is probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation.
(b) The amount recognized as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at reporting date, considering the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation.
(c) When some or all of the economic benefits required to settle a provision are expected to be recovered from a third party, the receivable is recognized as an asset if it is virtually certain that reimbursement will be received and the amount of the receivable can be measured reliably. The expense relating to a provision is presented in the statement of profit and loss net of reimbursement, if any.
(d) Contingent liabilities are possible obligations that arise from past events and whose existence will only be confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more future events not wholly within the control of the Company. Where it is not probable that an outflow of economic benefits will be required, or the amount cannot be estimated reliably, the obligation is disclosed as a contingent liability, unless
the probability of outflow of economic benefits is remote. Contingent liabilities are disclosed on the basis of judgment of the management/independent experts. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and are adjusted to reflect the current management estimate.
(e) Show Cause Notices (SCNs) issued by various Government authorities are generally not considered as obligation. However, when the demand notices are raised against the SCNs and disputed by the Company, they are classified as disputed obligations.
(f) Contingent assets are possible assets that arise from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company. Contingent assets are disclosed in the financial statements when inflow of economic benefits is probable on the basis of judgment of management. These are assessed continually to ensure that developments are appropriately reflected in the financial statements.
(g) Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent liabilities/ assets exceeding ? 5 Lacs in each case are disclosed by way of notes to accounts except when there is remote possibility of settlement/realization.
(h) Estimated amount of contracts (Inclusive of Tax & net of advances) remaining to be executed on capital accounts are disclosed in each case above ? 5 lacs.
1.14 Taxes on Income
a) Current Tax
Provision for current tax is made as per the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The tax rates and tax laws used to compute the amount are those that are enacted or substantially enacted at the reporting date.
Current tax relating to items recognized out side the P&L are recognized either in Other Comprehensive Income or Other Equity.
b) Deferred Tax
Deferred tax is provided, using the balance sheet method, on all temporary differences at the reporting date between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts for financial reporting purposes considering the tax rate and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted as on the reporting date.
Deferred tax relating to items recognized outside Statement of Profit and Loss is recognized outside Statement of Profit and Loss (either in Other Comprehensive Income or in Equity).
Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset if a legal right exists to set off the same.
1.15 Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash at bank, cash in hand,
TREPS/CROMS and short-term deposits with an original maturity
of three months or less, which are subject to an insignificant risk
of changes in value.
1.16 Segment reporting
The Management of the company monitors the operating results of its business Segments for the purpose of making decisions about resource allocation and performance assessment. Segment performance is evaluated based on profit or loss and is measured consistently with profit or loss in the financial statements.
The Operating segments have been identified on the basis of the nature of products / services.
a) Segment revenue includes directly identifiable with/ allocable to the segment including inter-segment revenue.
b) Expenses that are directly identifiable with / allocable to segments are considered for determining the segment result.
c) Expenses which relate to the Company as a whole and not allocable to segments are included under unallocable expenditure.
d) Income which relates to the Company as a whole and not allocable to segments is included in unallocable income.
e) Segment assets including CWIP and liabilities include those directly identifiable with the respective segments. Unallocable assets and liabilities represent the assets and liabilities that relate to the Company as a whole and not allocable to any segment.
1.17 Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings per equity share is computed by dividing the net profit after tax attributable to the equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. Diluted earnings per equity share is computed by dividing adjusted net profit after tax by the aggregate of weighted average number of equity shares and dilutive potential equity shares during the year.
1.18 Statement of Cash Flow
Statement of cash flow is prepared in accordance with the indirect method prescribed in Ind AS 7, 'Statement of Cash Flows'
1.19 Fair value measurement
The Company measures financial instruments including derivatives and specific investments (other than subsidiary, joint venture and associates), at fair value at each balance sheet date.
All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorized within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:
(i) Level 1 — Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
(ii) Level 2 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly observable
(iii) Level 3 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable.
For assets and liabilities that are recognized in the balance sheet on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by re-assessing categorization (based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole) at the end of each reporting period.
For the purpose of fair value disclosures, the Company has determined classes of assets and liabilities on the basis of the nature, characteristics and risks of the asset or liability and the level of the fair value hierarchy as explained above.
1.20 Financial instruments
A financial instrument is any contract that gives rise to a financial asset of one entity and a financial liability or equity instrument of another entity.
(A) Financial assets
a) Classification
The Company classifies financial assets as subsequently measured at amortized cost, fair value through other comprehensive income or fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss on the basis of its business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual cash flows characteristics of the financial asset.
b) Initial recognition and measurement
All financial assets are recognized initially at fair value plus, in the case of financial assets not recorded at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss, transaction costs that are attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset.
c) Subsequent measurement
For purposes of subsequent measurement financial assets are classified in below categories:
i. Financial assets carried at amortised cost
A financial asset other than derivatives and specific investments, is subsequently measured at amortised cost if it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold the asset in order to collect contractual cash flows and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.
ii. Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income
A financial asset other than derivatives comprising specific investment is subsequently measured at fair value through other comprehensive income if it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets and the contractual terms of the financial asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. The Company has made an irrevocable election for its investments which are classified as equity instruments to present the subsequent changes in fair value in other comprehensive income based on its business model.
iii. Financial assets at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss
A financial asset comprising derivatives which is not classified in any of the above categories are subsequently fair valued through profit or loss.
d) De recognition
A financial asset is primarily derecognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the asset have expired or the Company has transferred its rights to receive cash flows from the asset.
e) Investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates
i. The company has accounted for its investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates at cost. The company assesses whether there is any indication that these investments may be impaired. If any such indication exists, the investment is considered for impairment based on the fair value thereof.
ii. When the company issues financial guarantees on behalf of subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates initially it measures the financial guarantee at their fair values and subsequently measures at higher of:
• The amount of loss allowance determined in accordance with impairment requirements of Ind AS 109 and
• The amount initially recognized less, when appropriate, the cumulative amount of income recognized in accordance with the principles of Ind AS 115 'Revenue from Contracts with Customers'
iii. The Company recognize the initial fair value of financial guarantee as deemed investment with a corresponding liability recorded as financial guarantee obligation. Such deemed investment is added to the carrying value amount of the investment in subsidiaries, joint venture and associates. Financial guarantee obligation is recognized as other income in Statement of Profit and Loss over the remaining period of financial guarantee.
f) Impairment of other financial assets
The Company assesses impairment based on expected credit losses (ECL) model for measurement and recognition of impairment loss on the financial assets that are trade receivables or contract revenue receivables and all lease receivables etc.
(B) Financial Liabilities
a) Classification
The Company classifies all financial liabilities as subsequently measured at amortized cost, except for financial liabilities at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss. Such liabilities, including derivatives shall be subsequently measured at fair value.
b) Initial recognition and measurement
All financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value and, in the case of loans and borrowings and payables, net of directly attributable transaction costs. The Company's financial liabilities include trade and other payables, loans and borrowings including bank overdrafts, and derivative financial instruments.
c) Subsequent measurement
The measurement of financial liabilities depends on their classification, as described below:
i. Financial liabilities at amortised cost
After initial recognition, interest-bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest rate (EIR) method. Gains and losses are recognized in Statement of Profit and Loss when the liabilities are derecognized as well as through the EIR amortization process.
Amortized cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortization is included as finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
ii. Financial liabilities at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss
Financial liabilities at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss include financial liabilities held for trading and financial liabilities designated upon initial recognition as at fair value through Statement of Profit and Loss. Financial liabilities are classified as held for trading if they are incurred for the purpose of repurchasing in the near term. This category comprises derivative financial instruments entered into by the Company that are not designated as hedging instruments in hedge relationships as defined by Ind AS 109. Separated embedded derivatives are also classified as held for trading unless they are designated as effective hedging instruments.
Gains or losses on liabilities held for trading are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
d) Derecognition
A financial liability is derecognized when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires.
(C) Embedded Derivatives
a) If the hybrid contract contains a host that is an asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company does not separate embedded derivatives. Rather, it applies the classification requirements contained in Ind AS 109 to the entire hybrid contract.
b) If the hybrid contract contains a host that is not an asset within the scope of Ind AS 109, the Company separate embedded derivatives from the host and measures at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in statement of profit or loss if, and only if:
(i) The economic characteristics and risks of the embedded derivative are not closely related to the economic characteristics and risks of the host.
(ii) A separate instrument with the same terms as the embedded derivative would meet the definition of a derivative; and
(iii) The hybrid contract is not measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in profit or loss
(D) Offsetting of financial instruments
Financial assets and financial liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet if there is a currently enforceable legal right to offset the recognized amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis, to realize the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously
(E) Derivative financial instruments and Hedge Accounting
The Company uses derivative financial instruments, in form of forward currency contracts, interest rate swaps, cross currency interest rate swaps, commodity swap contracts to hedge its foreign currency risks, interest rate risks and commodity price risks.
a) Derivatives Contracts not designated as hedging instruments
i. The derivatives that are not designated as hedging instrument under Ind AS 109, are initially recognized at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently re-measured at fair value. Derivatives are carried as financial assets when the fair value is positive and as financial liabilities when the fair value is negative.
ii. Any gains or losses arising from changes in the fair value of derivatives are taken directly to Statement of Profit and Loss.
b) Derivatives Contracts designated as hedging instruments
i. The derivatives that are designated as hedging instrument under Ind AS 109 to mitigate its risk arising out of foreign currency and commodity hedge transactions are accounted for as cash flow hedges.
ii. The Company enters into hedging instruments in accordance with policies as approved by the Board of Directors, provide written principles which is consistent with the risk management strategy of the Company.
iii. The hedge instruments are designated and documented as hedges at the inception of the contract. The effectiveness of hedge instruments is assessed and measured at inception and on an ongoing basis. The effective portion of change in the fair value of the designated hedging instrument is recognized in the "Other Comprehensive Income" as "Cash Flow Hedge Reserve". The ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss as and when occurs. The amount accumulated in Cash Flow Hedge Reserve is reclassified to profit or loss in the same period(s) during which the hedged item affects the Statement of Profit or Loss Account. In case the hedged item is the cost of non- financial assets / liabilities, the amount recognized as Cash Flow Hedge Reserve are transferred to the initial carrying amount of the non-financial assets / liabilities.
iv. If the hedging relationship no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, then hedge accounting is discontinued prospectively. If the hedging instrument expires or sold, terminated or exercised, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging instrument recognized in Cash Flow Hedging Reserve remains in Cash Flow Hedging Reserve till the period the hedge was effective. The cumulative gain or loss previously
recognized in the Cash Flow Hedging Reserve is transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss upon the occurrence of the underlying transaction. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, then the amount accumulated in cash flow hedging reserve is reclassified in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
1.21 Leases
The Company assesses at the inception of contract whether a contract is, or contains, a lease i.e. if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period of time in exchange for consideration.
As a Lessee
a) Identifying a lease
The Company applies a single recognition and measurement approach for all leases except for short term leases and leases of low value assets. The Company recognizes lease liabilities to make lease payments and right-of-use assets representing the right to use the underlying assets.
b) Initial recognition of Right of use asset (ROU)
The Company recognizes a ROU asset at the lease commencement date (i.e., the date the underlying asset is available for use). ROU assets are initially measured at cost less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any remeasurement of lease liabilities.
c) Subsequent measurement of Right of use asset (ROU)
ROU assets are subsequently amortized using the straight¬ line method from the commencement date to the earlier of the end of the useful life of ROU asset or the end of the lease term. If ownership of the leased asset transfers to the Company at the end of the lease term or the cost reflects the exercise of a purchase option, depreciation is calculated using the estimated useful life of the asset. In addition, the right of use asset is periodically reduced by impairment losses, if any, and adjusted for certain re¬ measurement of the lease liability.
Initial recognition of lease liability
Lease liabilities are initially measured at the present value of the lease payments to be paid over the lease term. Lease payments included in the measurement of the lease liabilities comprise of the following:
i. Fixed payments, including in-substance fixed payments
ii. Variable lease payments that depend on an index or a rate
iii. Amounts expected to be payable under a residual value guarantee; and
iv. The exercise price under a purchase option, extension option and penalties for early termination only if the Company is reasonably certain to exercise those options.
d) Subsequent measurement of lease liability
Lease liabilities are subsequently increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is a modification, a change in the lease term, a change in the lease payments (e.g., changes to future payments resulting from a change in an index or
rate used to determine such lease payments) or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset.
e) Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets
The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its short-term leases (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognized as expense in Statement of Profit and Loss.
As a Lessor
Leases in which the Company does not transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of an asset are classified as operating leases. Rental income from operating lease is recognised on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
Leases are classified as finance leases when substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership transfer from the Company to the lessee. Amounts due from lessees under finance leases are recorded as receivables and finance lease income is allocated to accounting periods so as to reflect a constant periodic rate of return on the net investment outstanding in respect of the lease.
Estimates and assumptions Determination of discount rate as a lessee
Company cannot readily determine the interest rate implicit in the lease, therefore, it uses its incremental borrowing rate (IBR) to measure lease liabilities. Company estimates its incremental borrowing rate, which is the rate of interest that the Company would have to pay to borrow on a collateralized basis over a similar term an amount equal to the lease payments in a similar economic environment using observable available inputs (such as market interest rates).
1.22 Current Versus Non-Current
The Company presents assets and liabilities in the Balance Sheet based on current/ non-current classification as below.
(a) An asset is treated as current when it is:
i. Expected to be realised or intended to be sold or consumed in normal operating cycle
ii. Held primarily for the purpose of trading
iii. Expected to be realised within twelve months after the reporting period, or
iv. Cash or Cash Equivalents unless restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period
All other assets are classified as non-current.
(b) A liability is treated as current when:
i. It is expected to be settled in normal operating cycle
ii. It is held primarily for the purpose of trading
iii. It is due to be settled within twelve months after the reporting period, or
iv. There is no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period
All other liabilities are classified as non-current
1.23 Recent accounting pronouncements:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") notifies new standards or amendment to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time. For the year ended March 31, 2025, MCA has notified Ind AS - 117 Insurance contracts and amendments to Ind AS 116 - Leases, relating to sale and leaseback transactions, applicable to the Company w.e.f. 1st April 2024 and notified amendments to Ind AS 21 The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates, applicable to the Company w.e.f. 1st April 2025. The Company has reviewed the new pronouncements based on its evaluation has determined that it does not have any significant impact in its financial statements.
The preparation of the Company's standalone financial statements requires management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities, accompanying disclosures, contingent liabilities/ assets at the date of the standalone financial statements. Estimates and assumptions are continuously evaluated and are based on management's experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in outcomes that require adjustment to the carrying amount of assets or liabilities affected in future periods.
In particular, the Company has identified the areas where significant judgements, estimates and assumptions are required. Further information on each of these areas and how they impact the various accounting policies are described below and also in the relevant notes to the financial statements. Changes in estimates are accounted for prospectively.
1. Judgments
In the process of applying the Company's accounting policies, management has made the judgments, which have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the standalone financial statements:
1.1 Materiality
Ind AS requires assessment of materiality by the Company for accounting and disclosure of various transactions in the financial statements. Accordingly, the Company assesses materiality limits for various items for accounting and disclosures and follows on a consistent basis. Overall materiality is also assessed based on various financial parameters such as Revenue and Profit Before Tax. The materiality limits are reviewed from time to time.
1.2 Contingencies
Contingent liabilities and assets which may arise from the ordinary course of business in relation to claims against the Company, including legal, contractor, land access and other claims. By their nature, contingencies will be resolved only when one or more uncertain future events occur or fail to occur. The assessment of the existence, and potential quantum, of contingencies inherently involve the exercise of significant judgments and the use of estimates regarding the outcome of future events.
2. Estimates and assumptions
The key assumptions concerning the future and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the reporting date that have a significant risk of causing adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, are described below. The Company determines its assumptions and estimates on parameters available when the financial statements are prepared. Existing circumstances and assumptions about future developments, however, may change due to market change or circumstances arising beyond the control of the Company. Such changes are reflected in the assumptions when they occur.
2.1 Impairment of non-financial assets
The Company assesses at each reporting date whether there is an indication that an asset may be impaired. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. In determining fair value, recent market transactions are taken into account. If no such transactions can be identified, an appropriate valuation model is used.
2.2 Defined benefit plans
The cost of the defined benefit plan and other post¬ employment benefits and the present value of such obligation are determined using actuarial valuation. An actuarial valuation involves making various assumptions that may differ from actual developments in the future. These include the determination of the discount rate, future salary increases, mortality rates and future pension increases. Due to the complexities involved in the valuation and its long-term nature, a defined benefit obligation is highly sensitive to changes in these assumptions. All assumptions are reviewed at each reporting date.
2.3 Fair value measurement of financial instruments
When the fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities recorded in the balance sheet cannot be measured based on quoted prices in active markets, their fair value is measured using valuation techniques including the DCF model. The inputs to these models are taken from observable markets where possible, but where this is not feasible, a degree of judgment is required in establishing fair values. Judgments include considerations of inputs such as liquidity risk, credit risk and volatility. Changes in assumptions about these factors could affect the reported fair value of financial instruments.
2.4 Impairment of financial assets
The impairment provisions for financial assets are based on assumptions about risk of default and expected loss rates. The Company uses judgments in making these assumptions and selecting the inputs to the impairment calculation, based on Company's past history, existing market conditions as well as forward looking estimates at the end of each reporting period. Impairment of investment in subsidiaries, joint ventures or associates is based on the impairment calculations using discounted cash flow/net asset value method, valuation report of external agencies, Investee Company's past history etc.
2.5 Income Taxes
The Company uses estimates and judgements based on the relevant facts, circumstances, present and past experience, rulings, and new pronouncements while determining the provision for income tax. A deferred tax asset is recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and tax losses can be utilised.
b Capital Redemption Reserve
As per the Companies Act 2013, Capital Redemption Reserve is created when the Company purchases its own shares out of free reserves or securities premium. A sum equal to the nominal value of the shares purchased is transferred to Capital Redemption Reserve. Utilization of this reserve is governed by the provisions of the Companies Act 2013.
c Fair Value Gain/ (Loss) of Equity Instruments
'This reserve represents the cumulative effect of fair value fluctuations of investments made by the company in equity instruments of other entities. The cumulative gain or loss arising on such changes are recognised through Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) and accumulated under this reserve. This will not be re-classified to the statement of profit and loss in subsequent periods.
d Cash Flow Hedge Reserve
The Cash Flow Hedge Reserve represents the cumulative effective portion of gains/ (losses) arising on changes in fair value of designated portion of hedging instruments entered into for cash flow hedges. The cumulative gain/ (loss) arising on such changes are recognised through Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) and accumulated under this reserve. Such gains/ (losses) will be reclassified to statement of profit and loss in the period in which the hedged item occurs/ affects the statement of profit and loss.
31. Claims by the Company not acknowledged as Income / Asset:
I. In respect of certain customers towards Ship or Pay charges, matter being sub-judice / under dispute, the Company has been issuing claim letters, aggregate amount of which as on 31st March 2025 is ?1,744.84 crore (Previous Year: ? 1,744.84 crore). Income in respect of the same shall be recognized as and when the matter is finally decided. The amount includes ^816.71 crore pertaining to customers who are under liquidation and CIRP proceedings and there is a rertio9 chance of recovery of the said amount.
II. Pending court cases in respect of certain customers for recovery towards invoices raised by the Company for use of APM gas for non-specified purposes by fertilizer companies pursuant to guidelines of Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG), the Company has issued claim letters amounting to ? 1,704.56 crore (Previous Year: ? 1,704.56 crore) on the basis of information provided by Fertilizer Industry Coordination Committee (FICC). The proceeds, if received, will be transferred to the Gas Pool.
32. Pricing and Tariff:
I. With effect from 1st April 2002, Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) prices have been de-regulated and decided on the
basis of import parity prices fixed by the Oil Marketing Companies. However, the pricing mechanism is provisional and is yet to be finalized by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG). Impact on pricing, if any, will be recognized as and when the matter is finalized.
II. Natural Gas Pipeline Tariff and Petroleum Products Pipeline Transportation Tariff are subject to various Regulations issued by Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) from time to time. Impact on profits, if any, is being recognized consistently as and when the pipeline tariff is revised by orders of PNGRB.
III. The Company has filed appeal(s) before Appellate Tribunal (APTEL), against various moderations done by PNGRB in respect of Final Tariff Order(s) issued by PNGRB for Dadri- Bawana-Nangal Natural Gas Pipeline (DBNPL), Chhainsa- Jhajjar-Hissar Natural Gas Pipeline (CJHPL), Cauvery Basin, Kochi -Koottanad -Mangalore-Bengaluru Pipeline (KKMBPL), Krishna Godavari Basin (KG Basin) and Dabhol- Bangalore Pipeline (DBPL) Networks. The same are pending for final adjudication.
IV. During the financial year 2015-16, the Company has filed a Writ Petition before Hon'ble Delhi High Court challenging the jurisdiction of PNGRB to fix transmission tariff for natural gas marketed to consumers. Hon'ble High Court has dismissed the aforesaid Writ Petition vide its Order dated 11th April 2017. In this regard, the Company has filed a Review Petition before the Hon'ble Delhi High Court on 12th May 2017 which has been admitted by the Hon'ble Court and is pending for final adjudication.
V. PNGRB vide Gazette Notification F. No. PNGRB/COM/11- PPPL(1)/2024 (E- 5022) dated 19th July 2024, amended the LPG Pipeline tariff determination regulations providing for a one-time escalation of 17% (@3.40% from 2019-20 till 2023-24, based on 10 year WPI CAGR from 2013-14 to 2022-23) over the Railway's goods tariff table of above railway rate circular No.19 of 2018 on the base tariff till the end of financial year 2024-25 and an annual escalation based on WPI Data from 2025-26 onwards. Based on the amended regulations, PNGRB has also issued the amended tariff orders for JLPL and VSPL LPG pipelines on 28.11.2024, boosting LPG transportation revenues.
33. On 19th February 2014, PNGRB notified the Amended Affiliate Code of Conduct Regulations by insertion of Regulation 5A mandating that an entity engaged in both marketing and transportation of natural gas shall create a separate legal entity on or before 31st March 2017 so that the activity of transportation of natural gas is carried on by such separate legal entity and the right of first use shall, however, be available to the affiliate of such separate legal entity. The Company has challenged the said PNGRB Regulation before Hon'ble Delhi High Court by way of a Writ Petition and the same is pending for final adjudication.
34. PNGRB, vide Tariff Order Ref No. : TO/ 2023-24/02 dated 31.05.2023, determined the revised tariff of the Agartala Regional Natural Gas Pipeline Network at ' 2.06/MMBtu with effect from 01.06.2023 as against ' 1.02/MMBtu and vide Tariff Order Ref No.: TO/2023-24/11 dated 27.12.2023, determined the revised tariff of the KG-Basin Natural Gas Pipeline Network at '8.40/MMBtu with effect from 01.01.2024 as against '16.14 /MMBtu impacting transmission revenues.
35. In accordance with the Office Memorandum (OM) issued periodically by the Department of Fertilizers (DoF), the Company continued the supply of gas to Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Limited (NFCL) in the public interest to ensure uninterrupted urea production. Gas Supply to NFCL was discontinued from 8th June 2024 to avoid further financial exposure to the company. Payment for the gas supplied under the subsidy payment mechanism has been secured through an Escrow Arrangement, as communicated by the DoF vide OM dated 25th November 2021 which has been extended up to 31st March 2025 vide DoF's OM dated 2nd January 2025. Further, as per the Hon'ble Delhi High Court's order dated 24th December 2024 in Application I.A. 49910/2024 (O.M.P.(I) (COMM.) 205/2024), escrow mechanism was extended up to 31st December 2025.
As per SARFAESI Act 2002, the core assets of NFCL were sold by Assets Care & Reconstruction Enterprise Limited. Total outstanding dues of NFCL are '870.86 crore whereas approximately '332.93 crore is expected to flow in the Escrow account as on 31st March 2025. The Company filed a petition in the Hon'ble Delhi High Court mentioning the "issue of misleading" stand of NFCL regarding escalation claim for energy component of ' 656 crore to be part of outstanding subsidy payable by DoF to to NFCL. This claim was actually not part of outstanding subsidy amount and said claim requires certain government policy changes and approval from various governmental departments. This put strain over the recovery of pending dues from NFCL. Hon'ble Delhi High Court passed a stay order against the sale of NFCL's non-core assets till next date of hearing. The company is constantly pursuing matter with Ministry of Chemical and Fertiliser for early settlement of outstanding dues towards gas supplies to NFCL.
II. Gas Pool Money (Provisional) shown under "Other Financial Liabilities - Non-Current" amounting to ? 581.33 crore (Previous Year: ? 581.33 crore) with a corresponding debit thereof under Trade Receivable will be invested / paid as and when the said amount is received from the customers.
38. The Company is acting as Pool Operator in terms of the decision of the Government of India for capacity utilization of the notified gas-based power plants. The Scheme, which was applicable till 31st March 2017, envisaged support to the power plants from the Power Sector Development Fund (PSDF) of the Government of India. The gas supplies were on provisional / estimated price basis, which were to be reconciled based on actual cost. Accordingly, current liabilities include a sum of ? 91.21 crore (Previous Year: ? 87.63 crore) on this account, as on 31st March 2025 which is payable to the above said power plants and / or to the Government of India.
39. Ind AS 115 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers:
Ind AS 115 establishes a five-step model to account for revenue arising from contracts with customers and requires that revenue be recognized at an amount that reflects the consideration to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for transferring goods or services to a customer.
Ind AS 115 requires entities to exercise judgement, taking into consideration all of the relevant facts and circumstances when applying each step of the model to contracts with their customers. The standard also specifies the accounting for the incremental costs of obtaining a contract and the costs directly related to fulfilling a contract. In addition, the standard requires extensive disclosures.
42. Disclosure under the Ind AS 19 on Employee Benefits is given as below:
I. Defined Contribution Plans
a. Employees' Superannuation Benefit Fund
During the year, the Company has contributed ? 124.46 crore (Previous Year: ? 114.67 crore) to Superannuation Benefit Fund (including National Pension System) and charged to Statement of Profit and Loss/ CWIP.
b. Employee Pension Scheme (EPS-95)
During the year, the Company has contributed ? 4.86 crore (Previous Year: ? 4.99 crore) to EPS-95 and charged to Statement of Profit and Loss/ CWIP.
II. Defined Benefit Plans:
a. Provident Fund
During the year, the Company has contributed ? 109.52 crore (Previous Year: ? 100.68 crore) to Provident Fund Trust at predetermined fixed percentage of eligible employees' salary and ? 1.84 crore (Previous year: nil) towards Provident Fund contribution for interest shortfall/losses on portfolio basis, and charged to statement of profit and loss/CWIP. Further, the obligation of the Company is to make good shortfall, if any, in the fund assets based on the statutory rate of interest.
b. Gratuity
Each employee rendering continuous service of 5 years or more is entitled to receive gratuity amount based on completed tenure of service subject to maximum of ? 0.20 crore at the time of separation from the Company.
c. Post-Retirement Medical Scheme (PRMS)
PRMS provides medical coverage to retired employees and their eligible dependant family members. d Terminal Benefits (TB)
At the time of superannuation, employees are entitled to settle at a place of their choice in India and they are eligible for Transfer Travelling Allowance from their last place of posting.
e. Relief Measures for Dependent Family Members of Deceased Employees
The Company provides various assistance to the dependent family members of the deceased employees for Education of Children, Medical Benefits and Residential Quarter Facilities in the event of death of an employee during the service.
III. Other Long Term Benefit Plans:
a. Earned Leave Benefit (EL)
Earned Leave is accrued 30 days per year. Earned Leave is encashable in the multiple of 5 any no of times in a year while in service, subject to keeping a minimum balance of 15 days in the respective employee's account. Encashment on retirement or superannuation is limited to 300 days.
b. Half Pay Leave (HPL)
HPL is accrued 20 days per year. The encashment of unavailed HPL is allowed as per approved Company rules at the time of Superannuation.
c. Long Service Award (LSA)
As per approved policy of the Company, on completion of specified period of service with the company and also at the time of retirement, employees are rewarded monetarily based on the duration of service completed.
d. Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)
The Financial Assistance Scheme is formulated by the Company for the welfare of its regular employees. The obligation of the Company is to provide an assured lump sum amount in the event of death or permanent total disablement of an employee while in service.
Notes:
(i) The Company is a Non-operating partner in E&P blocks for which reserves are disclosed.
(ii) The initial oil and gas reserve assessment was made through an expert third party agency / internal expert assessment by respective operators of E&P blocks. The year-end oil reserves are estimated based on information obtained from operators / on the basis of depletion during the year. Re-assessment of oil and gas reserves carried out by the respective Operator as and when there is new significant data or discovery of hydrocarbon in the respective block.
(iii) E&P blocks are assessed individually for impairment.
III The Company's share of balance cost recovery is ? 476.52 crore (Previous Year ? 310.41 crore) to be recovered from future revenues from E&P blocks having proved reserves as per production sharing contracts. The increase in Cost Recovery in FY 2024-25 is due to increase in investment in A-3, Myanmar Block for Phase-IV Development activities.
47. Impairment of Assets - Ind AS-36 & Ind AS 109:
In compliance of 'Ind AS 36 Impairment of Assets' and 'Ind AS 109 Financial Instruments', the Company carried out assessments of impairment in respect of assets of GAIL Tel, LPG Plant at Vaghodia, Producing Property of Exploration and Production, Plant and Machinery and Right of Use (RoU) for Pipelines as on 31st March 2025:
I. The Company accounted impairment loss of ? 0.92 crore (Previous Year impairment loss ? 1.95 crore) in respect of assets of GAIL Tel.
II. The Company has accounted reversal of impairment loss of ? 0.22 crore (Previous Year Nil) in respect of Plant and Machinery.
III. The Company accounted impairment loss of ? 0.30 crore (Previous Year ? 19.37 crore) in respect of Producing Property of Exploration and Production business.
IV. The Company has accounted impairment loss of ? 8.98 crore (Previous Year Nil) in respect of assets of LPG Plant at Vaghodia.
V. The Company conducted impairment study of RoUs for Pipelines in compliance to the provisions of Ind AS 36. There is no impairment loss found in respect of RoUs.
48. In compliance of Ind AS 109 on Expected Credit Loss (ECL) on Financial Guarantee, the Company has carried out an assessment in respect of its following Financial Guarantee as on 31st March 2025:
During the year, based on the fair valuation of GAIL Global USA Inc. (GGUI), the Company has provided for Expected Credit Loss of ? 49.32 crore (Previous Year: ? 46.05 crore) against Corporate Guarantee provided by the company on behalf of GGUI.
49. In compliance of Ind AS 37 on "Provisions, Contingent liabilities and Contingent Assets", the required information on Provision for Probable Obligations is as under:
54. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), Government of India in its meeting held on 21st September 2016 approved 40% capital grant of estimated capital cost of ? 12,940 crore i.e. ? 5,176 crore to the Company for execution of Jagdishpur Haldia Bokaro Dhamra Pipeline Project (JHBDPL). The Company has received ? 4,926.29 crore (Previous year ? 4,926.29 crore) towards Capital Grant till 31st March 2025. During the year, the Company has amortised the capital grant amounting ? 143.42 crore (Previous Year: ? 137.48 crore) based on the useful life of the asset capitalized.
55. Other Current Assets includes of ' 177.94 crores (Previous year ' 155.08 cores) receivable from Custom departments on account of custom duty paid provisionally on import of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Cargoes sourced from United Arab Emirates (UAE) under India- UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in terms of notification No. 22/2022-Cus dated 30th April 2022 issued by Ministry of Finance, Govt of India. Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Custom (CBIC) vide Instruction No 21/2024 Custom dated 16.10.24 issued clarification for acceptance of retrospective issuance of Certificate of Origin under India-UAE CEPA. Against the denial of Nil custom duty benefit for such imports under CEPA by adjudicating Authority, GAIL preferred appeal before Commissioner of Custom (Appeals), Ahmedabad. Commissioner of Custom (Appeal), Ahmedabad vide order dated 31.01.2025 allowed the appeal and remanded the cases to adjudicating authority with a direction to finalize the provisional assessment of such BoEs after considering the CBIC instruction dated 16.10.2024. Final re-assessment of these BoEs are pending with Adjudicating Authority.
56. Financial Risk Management:
The company is exposed to a number of financial risks arising from natural business exposures as well as its use of financial instruments. This includes risks relating to commodity prices, foreign currency exchange, interest rates, credit and liquidity.
I. Market Risk
Market risk is a risk that the fair value of future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. Market risk comprises of interest rate risk, foreign currency risk, equity price risk and commodity price risk. Financial instruments affected by market risk includes Loans, Borrowings, Deposits and Derivative Instruments.
a. Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is a risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The Company's exposure to the risk of changes in market interest rates relates primarily to the long-term domestic rupee term loans with floating interest rates. The Company manages its interest rate risk according to its Board approved Foreign Currency and Interest Rate Risk Management Policy. Market interest rate risk is mitigated by hedging through appropriate derivatives products such as interest rate swaps & full currency swaps, in which it agrees to exchange, at specified intervals, the difference between fixed and variable rate interest amounts calculated by reference to an agreed-upon notional principal amount.
Interest rate sensitivity
With all other variables held constant, the following table demonstrates the sensitivity to a reasonably possible change in interest rates on floating rate portion of forex loans and borrowings outstanding as on 31st March 2025, after considering the impact of swap contracts.
b. Foreign Currency Risk
Foreign currency risk is a risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in foreign exchange rates. The Company transacts business in local currency and foreign currency, primarily US Dollars. Company has obtained foreign currency loans and has foreign currency trade payables and receivables and is therefore, exposed to foreign exchange risk. As per its Board approved policy, Company may mitigate its foreign currency risk through plain vanilla derivative products such as foreign exchange option contracts, swap contracts and forward contracts for hedging such risks. These foreign exchange contracts, carried at fair value, may have varying maturities depending upon the underlying contract requirement and risk management strategy of the Company.
Foreign Currency Sensitivity
The following table demonstrates the sensitivity in the USD, EURO, and other currencies to the functional currency of the Company, with all other variables held constant. The impact on the Company's profit before tax is due to changes in the fair value of monetary assets and liabilities including foreign currency derivatives.
c. Commodity Price Risk
The Company imports LNG for marketing and its internal consumption on an on-going basis and is not exposed to the price risk to the extent it has contracted with customers in India and overseas on back to back basis. However, the Company is exposed to the price risk on the volume which is not contracted on back to back basis. As most of the LNG purchase and sales contracts are based on natural gas or crude based index, such price risk arises out of the volatility in these indices. Further, Company has index linked price exposure on sales of LPG/LHC products and sales of crude oil & natural gas produced from E&P blocks. In order to mitigate this index linked price risk, the Company has been taking appropriate derivative products in line with the Board approved Commodity Price Risk Management Policy'.
d. Equity Price Risk
The Company's investment in listed and unlisted equity instruments are subject to market price risk arising from uncertainties about future values of these investments. The Company manages the equity price risk through review of investments on a regular basis. The Company's Board of Directors reviews and approves all the equity investment decisions of the Company.
At the reporting date, the exposure to unlisted equity investments at fair value was ^386.14 crore (Previous Year: ? 374.75 crore).
At the reporting date, the exposure to listed equity investments at fair value was ? 7608.69 crore (Previous Year: ? 8276 crore). A variation of ( /-) 10% in share price of equity investments listed on the stock exchange could have an impact of approximately ( /-) ^760.87 crore (Previous Year ? 827.6 crore) on the OCI and equity investments of the Company. These changes would not have an effect on profit or loss.
Liquidity Risk
Liquidity risk is a risk that suitable sources of funding for Company's business activities may not be available. The Company's objective is to maintain optimum level of liquidity to meet its cash and collateral requirements. The Company closely monitors its liquidity position and deploys a robust cash management system. It also maintains adequate sources to finance its short term and long term fund requirements such as overdraft facility and long term borrowing through domestic and international market.
III. Credit risk
Credit risk is a risk that a customer or ship party to a financial instrument may fail to perform or pay the due amounts causing financial loss to the Company. It is considered as a part of the risk-reward balance of doing business and is considered on entering into any business contract to the extent to which the arrangement exposes the Company to credit risk. It may arises from Cash and Cash Equivalents, Derivative Financial Instruments, deposits with financial institutions and mainly from credit exposures to customers relating to outstanding receivables. Credit exposure also exists in relation to guarantees issued by the Company. Each segment is responsible for its own credit risk management and reporting.
The Company has issued Corporate Guarantees on behalf of its group companies, refer note no. 51 for details.
Trade Receivables
Customer credit risk is managed by each business unit subject to the Company's established policy, procedures and controls relating to customer credit risk management. Outstanding receivables from customers are regularly monitored. An impairment analysis is performed at each reporting date on an individual basis for major clients.
Financial Instruments and Cash Deposits
Credit risk from balances with banks and financial institutions is managed by the Company's treasury department in accordance with approved limits of its empanelled banks, for the purpose of investment of surplus funds and foreign exchange transactions. Foreign exchange transaction and investments of surplus funds are made only with empanelled Banks and Liquid & Overnight Mutual Funds. Credit limits of all Banks are reviewed by the Management on regular basis.
V. Capital Management
Capital includes issued capital and all other equity reserves attributable to the equity holders of the Company. The primary objective of the Company's capital management is to ensure that it maintains a strong credit rating and healthy capital ratios in order to support its business and maximize the shareholder value.
The Company manages its capital structure and makes adjustments in light of changes in economic conditions and the requirements of the financial covenants. To maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Company may adjust the dividend payment to shareholders, return capital to shareholders, or issue new shares. No changes were made in the objectives, policies or processes during the reporting year.
57. Accounting classifications and fair value measurements:
The Company uses the following hierarchy for determining and disclosing the fair value of financial instruments by valuation technique: Level 1: quoted (unadjusted) prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
Level 2: other techniques for which all inputs which have a significant effect on the recorded fair value are observable, either directly or indirectly
Level 3: technique which use inputs that have a significant effect on the recorded fair value that are not based on observable market data. As at 31st March 2025, the Company held the following financial instruments carried at fair value on the statement of financial position:
Note:
i) The carrying cost of Interest bearing Loans & Borrowings is approximately equal to their Fair Market Value.
ii) The carrying amount of trade receivables, cash and cash equivalents, other bank balance, others receivables, trade payables, interest accrued and due, other payables and other financial liabilities are considered to be same as their fair value due to their short term nature.
iii) With respect to borrowings, the fair value was calculated based on cash flows discounted using the current lending rate. They are classified as level 3 fair values in the fair value hierarchy due to the inclusion of unobservable inputs including counter party credit risk.
The fair values of the financial assets and liabilities are included at the amount at which the instrument could be exchanged in a current
transaction between willing parties, other than in a forced or liquidation sale.
As at 31st March 2024, the Company held the following financial instruments carried at fair value on the statement of financial position:
58. Hedging Activities and Derivatives
Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments
The Company uses forward currency contracts, interest rate swaps, cross currency interest rate swaps, commodity swap contracts to hedge its foreign currency risks, interest rate risks and commodity price risks. Derivative contracts not designated by management as hedging instruments are initially recognized at fair value on the date on which a derivative contract is entered into and are subsequently remeasured at fair value on each reporting date. Such contracts are entered into for periods consistent with exposure of the underlying transactions.
Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:
Cash Flow Hedges
The Company enters into hedging instruments in accordance with policies as approved by the Board of Directors with written principles which is consistent with the risk management strategy of the Company. Company has decided to apply hedge accounting for certain derivative contracts that meets the qualifying criteria of hedging relationship entered into post October 01, 2017.
Foreign Currency Risk
Foreign exchange forward contracts are designated as hedging instruments in cash flow hedges of firm commitment of capital purchases in USD and existing borrowings e.g. USD / Japanese Yen etc.
Commodity Price Risk
The Company purchases and sells natural gas / liquefied petroleum gas on an ongoing basis as its operating activities. The significant volatility in natural gas / liquefied petroleum gas prices over the years has led to Company's decision to enter into hedging instruments through swap transactions including basis swaps. These contracts are designated as hedging instruments in cash flow hedges of forecasted sales and purchases of natural gas / liquefied petroleum gas.
The table below shows the position of hedging instruments and hedged items (underlying) as at the balance sheet date.
60. Confirmation of Assets & Liabilities:
I. Some balances of trade and other receivables, trade and other payables are subject to confirmation / reconciliation. Adjustment, if any, will be accounted for on confirmation / reconciliation of the same, which will not have a material impact.
II. In the opinion of management, the value of assets, other than fixed assets and non-current investments, on realization in the ordinary course of business, will not be less than the value at which these are stated in the Balance Sheet.
63. Based on the internal technical analysis by the Company, the residual value of Roads has been revised to 'NIL' against earlier 5%, which resulted in additional depreciation of ? 7.59 crore during financial year ended 31st March 2025.
64. The Company has extended moratorium of Principal repayment on Inter Corporate Loan (ICL - I, ' 2,700 Cr) given to one of its subsidiary for a period of two years (i.e., from Mar'25 to Mar'27). Further, Company has extended moratorium on monthly interest payment on Inter Corporate Loan (ICL - II, ' 1,113 Cr) given to same subsidiary for a period of two years (i.e., from Apr'25 to Apr'27) and interest accrued till Mar'27, shall be payable from Dec'27 in eight quarterly equal instalments. Based on the future projections including commissioning of Break Water, Company is confident of recovering its Inter Corporate Loans including Interest thereon.
67. Consequent upon settlement agreement dated 15th January 2025 entered with one of the LNG supplier, which includes payment of US$ 285 million by LNG supplier to the Company towards settlement of litigation for non-supply of LNG cargos during FY 2022-23, the Company has recognised ? 2,440.03 crore (US$ 285 million) as an exceptional income during the year ended 31st March 2025.
68. Wilful Defaulter:
The Company has not been declared as a wilful defaulter by any bank or financial institution or any other lender as on 31st March 2025 and 31st March 2024.
69. Benami Property:
The Company is not holding any Benami Property as on 31st March 2025 and 31st March 2024. Further, no proceedings have been initiated or pending against the Company for holding any benami property under the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988 (45 of 1988) and the rules made thereunder.
70. Borrowings Secured against Current Assets:
During the financial year ended 31st March 2025, the Company has not availed any borrowings from banks or financial institutions against security of current assets. Accordingly there is no requirement for filing quarterly return/statements of current assets by the Company with Banks or Financial Institutions.
71. Registration of Charges or satisfaction with Registrar of Companies (ROC):
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has registered charges or satisfaction with ROC on or before the statutory date and there is no delay in registration.
73. Previous Year's figures have been regrouped / reclassified, wherever necessary to correspond with the current year's classification / disclosure.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
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