We are delighted to present the 20th Board Report of BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED together with the Audited Statement of Accounts and the Auditors’ Report of the Company for the financial year ended, 31st March, 2025.
1. FINANCIAL SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS
A. (Standalone)
The Company’s financial performance for the financial years ended March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024, is summarized below:
(Standalone) [Amount in lakhs]
Particulars
|
31st March 2025
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31st March 2024
|
Revenue from Operations
|
9754.18
|
11021.52
|
Other Income
|
1233.26
|
589.67
|
Total Revenue
|
10987.44
|
11611.18
|
Less: Depreciation/ Amortization/ Impairment
|
53.53
|
51.64
|
Less: Finance Costs
|
17.83
|
25.47
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Less: Other Operating & Non-Operating Expenses
|
8917.30
|
9246.28
|
Profit /loss before Exceptional items and Tax Expense
|
1998.78
|
2287.79
|
Add/(less): Exceptional items
|
0.00
|
0.00
|
Profit /loss before Tax Expense
|
1998.78
|
2287.79
|
Less: Tax Expense
|
Current Tax
|
440.81
|
592.85
|
|
Deferred Tax
|
8.08
|
(35.57)
|
|
Previous Year Tax
|
1.33
|
0.00
|
Profit /loss for the year (1)
|
1548.56
|
1730.51
|
Total Comprehensive Income/loss (2)
|
0.00
|
0.00
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Total (1 2)
|
1548.56
|
1730.51
|
Earnings per share
|
|
|
Basic:
|
(6.70)
|
(7.62)
|
Diluted:
|
(6.70)
|
(7.62)
|
Particulars
|
For the year ended
|
For the year ended
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31st March 2025
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31st March 2024
|
Profit After Tax
|
1,548.56
|
1,730.51
|
Basic earnings / (loss) per share (Rs.
|
6.70
|
7.62
|
Nominal value of equity shares
(Rs.)
|
10
|
10
|
FINANCIAL SUMMARY AND HIGHLIGHTS
B. (Consolidated)
The Company’s financial performance for the financial years ended March 31, 2025, and March 31, 2024, is summarized below:
(Consolidated) [Amountin lakhs]
Particulars
|
31st March 2025
|
Revenue from Operations
|
9754.18
|
Other Income
|
1233.26
|
Total Revenue
|
10987.44
|
Less: Depreciation/ Amortization/ Impairment
|
53.53
|
Less: Finance Costs
|
17.83
|
Less: Other Operating & Non-Operating Expenses
|
8918.58
|
Profit /loss before Exceptional items and Tax Expense
|
1997.50
|
Add/(less): Exceptional items
|
0.00
|
Profit /loss before Tax Expense
|
1997.50
|
Less: Tax Expense
|
Current Tax
|
440.81
|
Deferred Tax
|
8.08
|
Previous Year Tax
|
1.33
|
Profit /loss for the year (1)
|
1547.29
|
Total Comprehensive Income/loss (2)
|
0.00
|
Total (1 2)
|
1547.29
|
Earnings per share
|
|
Basic:
|
(6.69)
|
Diluted:
|
(6.69)
|
2. TRANSFER TO RESERVES IN TERMS OF SECTION 134 (3) (!) OF THE COMPANIES ACT. 2013
A. (Standalone)
Note No-3, of the financials can be refereed for the same.
(Amount in lakhs)
Share Premium
|
|
Opening Balance
|
2408.80
|
Add: Securities premium on share issued
|
1026.00
|
Less: Share issue expenses
|
(116.80)
|
General Reserve
|
|
Opening Balance
|
|
Transfer from profit and loss account
|
77.43
|
Profit and Loss A/c
|
|
Profit and Loss Account opening
|
1754.71
|
Addition
|
1548.56
|
Less: Transfer from General Reserve
|
(77.43)
|
Balance at end
|
6621.28
|
Note No-3, of the financials can be refereed for the same.
B. (Consolidated) (Amount in lakhs)
Share Premium
|
|
Opening Balance
|
2408.80
|
Add: Securities premium on share issued
|
1026.00
|
Less: Share issue expenses
|
(116.80)
|
General Reserve
|
|
Opening Balance
|
|
Transfer from profit and loss account
|
77.43
|
Profit and Loss A/c
|
|
Profit and Loss Account opening
|
1754.71
|
Addition
|
1547.80
|
Less: Transfer from General Reserve
|
(77.43)
|
Balance at end
|
6620.52
|
3. FINAL DIVIDEND
The Board of Directors has deemed it prudent not to recommend any dividend for the year ended March 31, 2025.
4. INTERIM DIVIDEND
The Board of Directors of the Company did not recommend any Interim Dividend for the year ended March 31, 2025.
5. STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIRS
I
|
Revenue and Profits Changes during period under review
|
During the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the Company recorded Revenue from Operations of Rs. 9,754.18 lakhs, as compared to Rs. 11,021.52 lakhs in the previous financial year.
The Profit After Tax (PAT) for the year stood at Rs. 1,548.56 lakhs, as against Rs. 1,730.51 lakhs in the preceding year. While the profitability was lower than the previous year, the Company continued to demonstrate financial resilience and operational discipline.
The Board of Directors and management remain confident in the Company’s strategic direction and are committed to implementing initiatives aimed at improving performance, enhancing stakeholder value, and ensuring long-term, sustainable growth. The Company assures all stakeholders of its continued focus on delivering consistent and responsible business outcomes.
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Ii
|
Change in status of the Company
|
NA
|
Iii
|
Key business developments
|
NA
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Iv
|
Change in the financial year
|
NA
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V
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Capital expenditure Programmes
|
NA
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Vi
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Details and status of acquisition, merger, expansion, modernization and diversification
|
NA
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Vii
|
Developments, acquisition and assignment of material Intellectual Property Rights
|
Barflex Flexibles Private Limited, became subsidiary of the Company following the acquisition of 60% of its total shareholding, during this year under review
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Viii
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Any other material event having an impact on the affairs of the Company
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Company has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a significant milestone in its growth journey
|
6. FUTURE PROSPECTS
The Board of Directors remains committed to strengthening the Company’s business operations and enhancing long-term value. To this end, the management has formulated and is actively implementing strategic initiatives focused on improving operational efficiency, enhancing marketing effectiveness, and exercising strict cost control.
In the area of marketing, the Company is intensifying its efforts to expand its customer base, strengthen brand positioning, and secure new business opportunities. Concurrently, measures are being taken to optimize resource allocation and reduce operational expenditures.
The Board is confident that these initiatives will contribute meaningfully to the Company's growth trajectory and help achieve sustained performance in the coming years.
7. COMMENCEMENT OF ANY NEW BUSINESS
During the financial year under review no new business was commenced by the Company.
8. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS After 31-03-2025
On 19-May 2025, [BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED] invested in [BA FLEXPACK PRIVATE LIMITED], acquiring a 51% equity stake. As a result of this acquisition, [BA FLEXPACK PRIVATE LIMITED] became a subsidiary of [BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED] effective post 31st March 2025.
The acquisition provides BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED with controlling interest and decision-making authority over the operations and strategic direction of the subsidiary, in accordance with applicable accounting and corporate governance standards.
9. DETAILS OF REVISION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENT OR ANNUAL REPORT
There were no revisions made to the financial statements or the Annual Report during the financial year 2024-25.
10. GENERAL INFORMATION
BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED (the Company), (Formerly known as Barflex Polyfilms Private Limited) having (CIN: U25209DL2005PLC132346), incorporated on January 24, 2005, under the Companies Act, 2013. The registered office of the Company is situated at A-33, Third Floor, FiEE Complex, Okhla Industrial Area, Ph-2, Near C Lal Chowk, New Delhi, India, 110020.
11. SHARE CAPITAL STRUCTURE OF THE COMPANY:
a) Authorized Capital:
Rs. 26,00,00,000/- (Rs. Twenty-Six Crores) divided into 2,60,00,000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each.
During the year under review, the Company has not made any changes in the Authorised share capital of the Company.
b) Issued Capital:
Rs. 24,74,90,000/- (Rs. Twenty-Four Crores Seventy-Four Lakhs Ninety Thousand) divided into
2.47.49.000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each.
c) Subscribed and Paid-up Capital:
Rs. 24,74,90,000/- (Rs. Twenty-Four Crores Seventy-Four Lakhs Ninety Thousand) divided into
2.47.49.000 Equity Shares of Rs. 10/- each.
(INCREASE IN PAID UP SHARE CAPITAL BECAUSE OF IPO)
We are pleased to inform all stakeholders that, your Company has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a significant milestone in its growth journey.
The overwhelming response to the IPO enabled the Company to successfully issue 20,52,000 fresh equity shares of Rs. 10 each, at a premium of Rs. 50 each total to Rs. 60 each. and resulting in an increase in the Company's paid-up share capital to Rs. 24,74,90,000.
Pursuant to the successful completion of the IPO process. the equity shares of the Company were listed on the NSE Emerge Platform (the SME Platform of the National Stock Exchange of India Limited). With this, your Company has transitioned into an SME Listed Company, enhancing its visibility in the financial markets, strengthening its corporate governance practices, and paving the way for greater transparency and access to capital.
(CHANGES IN SHARE HOLDERS HAVING 5% OR MORE SHARES)
Shareholder's
|
31-Mar-2025 (Shares, %)
|
31-Mar-2024 (Shares, %)
|
% Change in Holding
|
Change in No. of Shares
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
1,23,85,096
|
1,74,92,555
|
-29.20%
|
(51,07,459.00)
|
50.04%
|
77.07%
|
Mrs. Nomita Bery
|
41,29,240
|
52,04,440
|
-20.66%
|
(10,75,200.00)
|
16.68%
|
22.93%
|
TOTAL
|
1,65,14,336
|
2,26,96,995
|
|
(61,82,659.00)
|
66.73%
|
100.00%
|
The Company made an Initial Public Offering (IPO) during the year ended 31st March 2025. This resulted in both a dilution of promoter shareholding and a reduction in the number of shares held by the promoters. The reduction in the number of shares held by promoters is due to part-sale of shares in the IPO offer for sale (OFS) component, in addition to the issuance of new shares.
• The promoters’ combined shareholding decreased from 2,26,96,995 shares (100%) as on 31st March 2024 to 1,65,14,336 shares (66.73%) as on 31st March 2025.
• The decrease was due to the part-sale of shares under the Offer for Sale (OFS) and issue of fresh shares under IPO, resulting in both a reduction in the number of shares held and dilution of percentage holding.
12. CREDIT RATING OF SECURITIES
S. No
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Particular
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Remarks
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§]_
|
credit rating obtained in respect of various securities;
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NA
|
b_
|
name of the credit rating agency;
|
NA
|
c_
|
date on which the credit rating was obtained;
|
NA
|
d)
|
revision in the credit rating;
|
NA
|
el
|
reasons provided by the rating agency for a downward revision, if any
|
NA
|
13. TRANSFER OF AMOUNTS TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND
The Company did not have any funds lying unpaid or unclaimed for a period of seven years. Therefore, there were no funds which were required to be transferred to Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
14. INDUSTRIAL RELATION
Industrial relations have remained cordial throughout the year. The Directors wish to express their sincere appreciation for the dedicated services rendered by all employees and associates of the Company during the year.
15. WEB LINK OF ANNUAL RETURN
The Annual Return of the Company will be placed on the website of the Company pursuant to the provisions of Section 92 read with Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules 2014, the web link of the same is at www.barflex.co.in.
16. BONUS SHARES
During the year Company has not issued any kind of bonus shares to its existing shareholders.
17. CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
During the financial year, Barflex Flexibles Private Limited, became a subsidiary of the Company following the acquisition of 60% of its total shareholding. In accordance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements, the financial statements of Barflex Flexibles Private Limited have been consolidated with the Company’s financial statements for this year. The consolidated financial statements are enclosed and form part of this report.
This consolidation reflects the financial position and performance of the company on a group basis and demonstrates its commitment to transparency and compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
A. INFORMATION ABOUT SUBSIDIARY/JOINT VENTURES/ASSOCIATE COMPANY
Barflex Flexibles Private Limited, is subsidiary of the Company following the acquisition of 60% of its total shareholding, during this year under review. A statement containing the salient features of the financials of the subsidiary, in the prescribed Form AOC-1, is attached to the financial statements forming part of this Annual Report, Annexure-1.
18. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Board received a declaration from all the directors under Section 164 and other applicable provisions, if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 that none of the Directors of the Company is disqualified under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 ("Act") or under the SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015.
19. APPOINTMENT TO BOARD DURING THE YEAR
A. CHANGE OF DESIGNATION OF MR. KRISHAN MOHAN PANDEY
Mr. Krishan Mohan Pandey was appointed as Additional Director of the Company with effect from 14-12¬ 2023 and he was re-designated as Whole-Time Director of the Company with effect from 09-05-2024.
B. APPOINTMENT OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS IN THE BOARD AND DECLARATION UNDER SECTION 149(6)
The Company appointed following Independent Directors in its Extraordinary General Meeting held on 09-05-2024:
S. No.
|
Name of Director
|
DIN/ PAN
|
Designation
|
Date of Appointment
|
1.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
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08553254
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Independent
Director
|
09-05-2024
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2.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
09350695
|
Independent
Director
|
09-05-2024
|
3.
|
Mr. Aditya Rungta
|
02414611
|
Independent
Director
|
09-05-2024
|
The Company has received necessary declarations from all Independent Directors of the Company in accordance with the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013.
C. APPOINTMENT OF MR. ANIL KUMAR GUPTA AS CFO
Mr. Anil Kumar Gupta, appointed as CFO, with effect from 09-05-2024.
20. COMPOSITION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The composition of Directors / KMP of your Company as on 31-03-2025 is as under:-
S. No.
|
Name of Director
|
DIN/ PAN
|
Designation
|
Date of Appointment
|
1.
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
00380445
|
Managing Director
|
Since Incorporation
|
2.
|
Mrs. Nomita Bery
|
00380502
|
Director
|
Since Incorporation
|
3.
|
Mr. Krishan Mohan Pandey
|
10426591
|
Whole Time Director
|
14-12-2023
|
4.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
|
08553254
|
Independent Director
|
09-05-2024
|
5.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
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09350695
|
Independent Director
|
09-05-2024
|
6.
|
Mr. Aditya Rungta
|
02414611
|
Independent Director
|
09-05-2024
|
7.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Gupta
|
ABVPG9457F
|
CFO
|
09-05-2024
|
8.
|
Ms. Deepsikha Mittal
|
AUZPD5180H
|
Company Secretary
|
31-01-2022
|
21. CHANGES IN COMPOSITION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS AFTER 31-03-2025
A. RESIGNATION OF MR. ADITYA RUNGTA fDIN-02414611)
Mr. Aditya Rungta (DIN: 02414611), who was appointed as an Independent Director of the Company, has submitted his resignation expressing his intention to resign from the Board, due to personal reasons with effect from 07-07-2025. The Board acknowledged the important role played by Mr. Aditya Rungta in strengthening the Company’s governance framework and his valuable contributions during his tenure as an Independent Director.
B. RESIGNATION OF MR. ANIL KUMAR MITTAL fDIN-08553254)
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal (DIN: 08553254), who was appointed as an Independent Director of the Company, has submitted his resignation expressing his intention to resign from the Board, due to personal reasons with effect from 09-07-2025. The Board acknowledged the important role played by Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal (DIN: 08553254) in strengthening the Company’s governance framework and his valuable contributions during his tenure as an Independent Director.
C. APPOINTMENT OF MR. RAVI JITENDRA MODI. fDIN-10932249). ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR AS A DIRECTOR (INDEPENDENT) OF THE COMPANY
The Board of Directors of the Company, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, appointed Mr. Ravi Jitendra Modi, (DIN-10932249), as an Additional Director (Independent) of the Company with effect from [16-07-2025], pursuant to Section 161(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Articles of Association of the Company.
Mr. Ravi Jitendra Modi, (DIN-10932249), holds office as an Additional Director up to the date of the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
In the opinion of the Board, Mr. Ravi Jitendra Modi, (DIN-10932249), fulfills the conditions specified under the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder for his appointment as an Independent Director and is independent of the management.
The Board considers that his continued association would be beneficial to the Company and it is desirable to avail his services as an Independent Director for a term of [five] consecutive years, commencing from 16-07-2025, and not liable to retire by rotation.
D. APPOINTMENT OF MR. SOBHIT SANJIVKUMAR AGARWAL. fDIN-08215641). ADDITIONAL DIRECTOR AS A DIRECTOR (INDEPENDENT) OF THE COMPANY
The Board of Directors of the Company, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, had appointed Mr. Sobhit Sanjivkumar Agarwal, (DIN-08215641), as an Additional Director (Independent) of the Company with effect from [16-07-2025], pursuant to Section 161(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Articles of Association of the Company.
Mr. Sobhit Sanjivkumar Agarwal, (DIN-08215641), holds office as an Additional Director up to the date of the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
In the opinion of the Board, Mr. Sobhit Sanjivkumar Agarwal, (DIN-08215641), fulfills the conditions specified under the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder for his appointment as an Independent Director and is independent of the management.
The Board considers that his continued association would be beneficial to the Company and it is desirable to avail his services as an Independent Director for a term of [five] consecutive years, commencing from 16-07-2025, and not liable to retire by rotation.
22. COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEE’S DURING THE YEAR 2024-2025 A. COMPOSITION OF AUDIT COMMITTEE
In compliance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has constituted an Audit Committee comprising qualified members of the Board, vide Board Resolution dated May 13, 2024. The composition of the Audit Committee is as follows:
S. NO.
|
NAME
|
Designation
|
Designation in Committee
|
1.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Chairman
|
2.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
4.
|
Ms. Deepshikha Mittal
|
Company Secretary
|
Secretary
|
Role of Audit Committee is wide but not limited to oversight the Company’s financial reporting process, internal controls, risk management systems, and compliance with applicable laws. The Company also adheres to the regulatory requirements related to the functioning and disclosures of the Audit Committee.
B. CONSTITUTION OF NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
In accordance with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has constituted a Nomination and Remuneration Committee to oversee matters related to the appointment and remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, and Senior Management, vide Board Resolution dated May 13, 2024
The Committee is comprised of the following members:
S. NO.
|
NAME
|
Designation
|
Designation in Committee
|
1.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Chairman
|
2.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mrs. Nomita Bery
|
Non-Executive Non Independent Director
|
Member
|
Role of Committee is wide but not limited to formulation of the criteria for determining qualification, positive attributes and independence of a director and recommend to the Board of Directors a policy relating to, the remuneration of the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and other employees.
C. CONSTITUTION OF STAKEHOLDERS RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE
The Company has constituted the Stakeholders Relationship Committee in compliance with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, and other applicable rules including the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014 (as amended), vide Board Resolution dated May 13, 2024.
The Stakeholders Relationship Committee is responsible for overseeing and resolving shareholder grievances and ensuring effective communication between the Company and its stakeholders.
The Committee is comprised of the following members:
S. NO.
|
NAME
|
Designation
|
Designation in Committee
|
1.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Chairman
|
2.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
D. CONSTITUTION OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) COMMITTEE
The Company has reconstituted the Corporate Social Responsibility Committee in accordance with the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014; vide Board Resolution dated May 13, 2024.
The CSR Committee is responsible for formulating and recommending a CSR Policy, monitoring its implementation, and ensuring that the Company undertakes socially responsible initiatives in accordance with the applicable laws.
S. NO.
|
NAME
|
Designation
|
Designation in Committee
|
1.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Chairman
|
2.
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr. Krishan Mohan Pandey
|
Whole Time Director
|
Member
|
E. CONSTITUTION OF IPO COMMITTEE
The Company has constituted IPO Committee, vide Board Resolution dated May 13, 2024. The Committee is comprised of the following members:
S. NO.
|
NAME
|
Designation
|
Designation in Committee
|
1.
|
Mr. Anil Kumar Mittal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Chairman
|
2.
|
Mrs. Simran Sabharwal
|
Non-Executive Independent Director
|
Member
|
3.
|
Mr. Jaiwant Bery
|
Managing Director
|
Member
|
23. REPORTING OF FRAUDS BY AUDITORS
For the financial year 2024-25, the Statutory Auditors have not reported any instances of fraud committed by the officers or employees of the Company under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
24. STATUTORY AUDITORS
The Company in its Annual General Meeting held on September 30, 2020, appointed M/s KRA & Co., Chartered Accountants, New Delhi (Firm Registration No.: 020266N) the as Statutory Auditors of the Company of a term of 5 years till the conclusion of Annual General Meeting to be held in the year 2025. Their tenure will conclude at the ensuing Annual General Meeting scheduled to be held on [22-08-2025].
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors of the Company, has proposed the appointment of M/s PARV AND Co. Chartered Accountants FRN-029582N, as Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of [five] consecutive years from the conclusion of this Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting to be held in 2030, subject to the approval of shareholders.
M/s PARV AND Co. Chartered Accountants FRN-029582N, have consented to the appointment and confirmed that they satisfy the eligibility criteria prescribed under Sections 139 and 141 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder.
The Board recommends the resolution as set out in Item No. [3] of the accompanying Notice for approval of the members of the Company as an Ordinary Resolution. Accordingly, approval of the members is sought for appointment of M/s PARV AND Co. Chartered Accountants FRN-029582N as the Statutory Auditors of the Company and to fix their remuneration.
25. APPOINTMENT AND RATIFICATION OF REMUNERATION TO COST AUDITORS FOR FINANCIAL YEAR ENDING 31st MARCH. 2026
The Board of Directors of the Company, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has approved the appointment of M/s Harendra Kumar Pareek & Co,, Cost Accountants (Registration Membership Number-37928), as the Cost Auditors of the Company for conducting the audit of the cost records of the Company for the financial year ending March 31, 2026.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 148(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 14 of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditors, as approved by the Board of Directors, is required to be ratified by the shareholders of the Company.
The Board has, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, approved a remuneration of Rs. [70000] (Rupees Seventy Thousand) plus applicable taxes and reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses to M/s Harendra Kumar Pareek & Co,for the said audit.
26. APPOINTMENT OF M/S. GNK & ASSOCIATES. COMPANY SECRETARIES fCOP-7391) AS SECRETARIAL AUDITORS OF THE COMPANY.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, every listed company and certain prescribed classes of companies are required to annex with their Board’s Report a Secretarial Audit Report, in Form MR-3, issued by a Practising Company Secretary.
In view of the above, the Board of Directors of the Company, on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has approved the appointment of M/s. GNK & ASSOCIATES, Company Secretaries (COP- 7391), as Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a term of five financial years commencing from the financial year 2025-26 up to and including 2029-30.
M/s. GNK & ASSOCIATES, Company Secretaries (COP-7391), Company Secretaries, have consented to act as Secretarial Auditors of the Company and confirmed that they are eligible to be appointed under the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, Secretarial Audit Report, in Form MR-3, for FY 31-03-2025, is annex as annexure-2.
27. DEPOSITS
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has not accepted any deposits from the public within the meaning of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
Accordingly, no amount remains unpaid or unclaimed as deposits as on March 31, 2025, and there have been no default in the repayment of deposits or payment of interest thereon.
28. LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
Pursuant to Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company hereby states the following:
• The Company has not granted any loans to any related party, including directors, nor has it taken any loans from directors during the financial year.
• The Company has also not provided any guarantees or securities in connection with any loan to any person or body corporate.
• However, during the financial year, the Company made an investment of ^180 lakhs in its subsidiary company, Barflex Flexibles Private Limited, in accordance with the provisions of Section 186.
Details of the above investment are provided in the Notes to the Financial Statements. Kindly refer to the relevant Note for further information.
29. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
All related party transactions that were entered into during the financial year were on an arm’s length basis and were in the ordinary course of business. There are no materially significant related party transactions made by the Company with Promoters, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel or other designated persons which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company. the disclosure of transactions with related parties for the financial year, as per Accounting Standard -18 Related Party Disclosures is given in Note no 33 to the Balance Sheet as on March 31, 2025.
Further all the necessary details of transaction entered with the related parties as defined under Section 188 of the Companies Act, as defined under Section 2 (76) of the said Act are attached herewith in form no. AOC-2 as Annexure -3 to this Report.
30. SEGMENT REPORTING
Segments have been identified in accordance with Accounting Standard 17 - “Segment Reporting”, considering the nature of the Company’s products and services, associated risks and returns, organizational structure, and internal financial reporting systems.
The Company is primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of flexible packaging materials, which constitutes its sole business segment. Based on the assessment made by the management and reviewed by the Board of Directors, the Company operates in a single business and geographical segment.
Further, revenue from export operations constitutes less than 10% of the total revenue during the year. Therefore, no separate geographical segment disclosure is required under the applicable accounting standards.
31. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD / COMMITTEE’S HELD DURING 2024-2025 A. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS DURING 2024-2025
The Board met at regular intervals to ensure effective governance and timely decision-making in the interest of the Company and its stakeholders.
During the financial year, a total of 15 (Fifteen) meetings of the Board of Directors were held. The schedule of Board Meetings held during the financial year along with the number of Directors who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Board Meeting
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Number of Directors entitled to attend
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Number of Directors attended
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1
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03-Apr-2024
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3
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3
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2
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24-Apr-2024
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3
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3
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3
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03-May-2024
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3
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3
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4
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13-May-2024
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6
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4
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5
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04-Jun-2024
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6
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4
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6
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06-Jul-2024
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6
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6
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7
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09-Jul-2024
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6
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6
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8
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19-Jul-2024
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6
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4
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9
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12-Aug-2024
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6
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4
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10
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07-Dec-2024
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6
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4
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11
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16-Dec-2024
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6
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4
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12
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30-Dec-2024
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6
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4
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13
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16-Jan-2025
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6
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5
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14
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16-Jan-2025
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6
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5
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15
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07-Feb-2025
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6
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4
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During the financial year, one meeting of the IPO Committee was held. The schedule of Meeting held during the financial year along with the number of Members, who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Meeting
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Number of Members entitled to attend
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Number of Members attended
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1
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02-Jan-2025
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3
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3
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C. MEETINGS OF THE NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE DURING 2024-2025
During the financial year, one meeting, of Committee was held. The schedule of Meeting held during the financial year along with the number of Members, who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Meeting
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Number of Members entitled to attend
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Number of Members attended
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1
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13-May-2024
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3
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2
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D. MEETINGS OF THE STAKEHOLDERS RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE DURING 2024-2025
During the financial year, one meeting, of Committee was held. The schedule of Meeting held during the financial year along with the number of Members, who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Meeting
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Number of Members entitled to attend
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Number of Members attended
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1
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13-May-2024
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3
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2
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E. MEETINGS OF THE CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) COMMITTEE DURING 2024¬ 2025
During the financial year, two meetings, of Committee was held. The schedule of Meeting held during the financial year along with the number of Members, who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Meeting
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Number of Members entitled to attend
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Number of Members attended
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1
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04-Jun-2024
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3
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3
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2
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19-Jul-2024
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3
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3
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During the financial year, three meetings, of Committee were held. The schedule of Meeting held during the financial year along with the number of Members, who attended each meeting is provided in the table below:
S. No
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Date of Meeting
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Number of Members entitled to attend
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Number of Members attended
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1
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06-Jul-2024
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3
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2
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2
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09-Jul-2024
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3
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2
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3
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16-Dec-2024
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3
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2
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32. BOARD EVALUATION
The Board conducted a comprehensive evaluation of its overall effectiveness, as well as that of individual Directors / Committee, by soliciting their feedback on various aspects of Board governance.
The evaluation encompassed key areas including contribution to and oversight of corporate governance practices, participation in long-term strategic planning, and the fulfillment of Directors' duties and fiduciary responsibilities. Particular emphasis was placed on active engagement and participation during Board meetings.
The Board carefully considered and deliberated on the inputs received from the Directors. Additionally, the Independent Directors convened separately to review the performance of the Board as a whole, the Chairman, and the Non-Executive Directors, thereby ensuring an objective assessment process.
33. DIRECTORS’ RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors of Barflex Polyfilms Limited hereby confirms that:
a) In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanations relating to any material departures;
b) The Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently, and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company as at the end of the financial year and of the profit and loss of the Company for that period;
c) The Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d) The Directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
e) Being a listed Company, the Company has complied with all applicable provisions relating to the preparation and presentation of financial statements;
f) The Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
34. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The Companies Act, 2013 re-emphasizes the need for an effective Internal Financial Control system in the Company. The system should be designed and operated effectively. Rule 8(5) (viii) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 requires the information regarding adequacy of Internal Financial Controls with reference to the financial statements to be disclosed in the Board's report. To ensure effective Internal Financial Controls the Company has laid down the following measures:
1 The internal financial control systems are commensurate with the size and nature of its operations.
2 All legal and statutory compliances are ensured on a monthly basis. Non-compliance, if any, is seriously taken by the management and corrective actions are taken immediately. Any amendment is regularly updated by internal as well as external agencies in the system.
3 Approval of all transactions is ensured through a preapproved Delegation of Authority Schedule which is reviewed periodically by the management.
4 The Company follows a robust internal audit process. Transaction audits are conducted regularly to ensure accuracy of financial reporting, safeguard and protection of all the assets.
Fixed Asset verification of assets is done on an annual basis. The audit reports for the above audits are compiled and submitted to Board of Directors for review and necessary action.
35. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
As per Companies Act, 2013, provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, all Companies having a net worth of Rs. 500 Crore or more, or a turnover of Rs. 1,000 Crore or more or net profit of Rs. 5 Crore or more during any financial year are required to spend as CSR. All such Companies are required to spent at least 2% of the average net profits of their three immediately preceding financial years on CSR-related activities.
Barflex Polyfilms Limited meets the applicability criteria under Section 135. Accordingly, a CSR Committee has been duly constituted in compliance with the provisions of the Act.
The CSR Committee is responsible for formulating and recommending a CSR Policy, monitoring its implementation, and ensuring that the Company undertakes socially responsible initiatives in accordance with the applicable laws.
The CSR Committee has identified key focus areas for the Company’s CSR activities, fall within the scope of Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013. During the year, CSR funds were primarily allocated to a designated corpus and were utilized throughout the year in alignment with the approved CSR Policy.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, the details of CSR initiatives and expenditure undertaken by the Company during the financial year are provided in Annexure 4 to this Report.
36. ENERGY CONSERVATION. TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION & FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
Information on conservation of Energy, Technology absorption, Foreign Exchange earnings and outgo required to be disclosed under Section 134 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are provided hereunder:
PARTICULARS
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REMARKS
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A) CONSERVATION OF ENERGY:
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The Corporation is taking due care for using electricity in the office and its branches.
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> the steps taken or impact on conservation of energy;
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> the steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternate sources of energy;
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The Corporation usually takes care for optimum utilization of energy.
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> the capital investment on energy conservation equipments;
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No capital investment on energy Conservation equipment made during the financial year.
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B) TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION:
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> the efforts made towards technology absorption;
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NO
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> the benefits derived like product improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution;
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NO
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> in case of imported technology (imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year)-
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NO
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(a) the details of technology imported;
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(b) the year of import;
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(c) whether the technology been fully absorbed;
|
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(d) if not fully absorbed, areas where absorption has not taken place, and the reasons thereof; Not applicable since 5 years period is over
|
|
> the expenditure incurred on Research and Development
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NO
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(c) FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
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> The Foreign Exchange earned in terms of actual inflows during the year and the Foreign Exchange outgo during the year in terms of actual outflows
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Earnings in foreign currency: 190.96 Expenditure in foreign currency:
Repair & Maintenance-6.41 Tour & Travelling (Foreign)- 5.26
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37. RISK MANAGEMENT
Risks are events, situations or circumstances which may lead to negative consequences on the Company's businesses. Risk management is a structured approach to manage uncertainty. A formal enterprise wide approach to Risk Management is being adopted by the Company and key risks will now be managed within a unitary framework. As a formal roll-out, all business divisions and corporate functions will embrace Risk Management Policy and Guidelines, and make use of these in their decision making. Key business risks and their mitigation are considered in the annual/strategic business plans and in periodic management reviews. The risk management process in our multi-business, multi-site operations, over the period of time will become embedded into the Company’s business systems and processes, such that our responses to risks remain current and dynamic.
38. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
The Company is in process of forming a policy.
39. REGULATORY ACTION
There are no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or Tribunals that could impact the going concern status and operations of the Company in future.
40. CORPORATE INSOLVENCY RESOLUTION PROCESS INITIATED UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016 (IBC)
During the financial year under review, no application has been made and no proceeding is pending against the Company under the provisions of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC).
The Company has not been involved in any Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process during the year.
41. THE DETAILS OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE AMOUNTS OF THE VALUATION DONE
The company has never made any one-time settlement against the loans obtained from Banks and Financial Institution and hence this clause is not applicable.
42. FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT ANY CORPORATE ACTION
No corporate action requiring implementation was pending or failed during the period.
43. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION- PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013
The Company has in place an Anti Sexual Harassment Policy in line with the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013.
The Directors state that during the year under review, there were no cases filed pursuant to the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.
44. HUMAN RESOURCES AND INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
The Company takes pride in the commitment, competence and dedication of its employees in all areas of the business. The Company has a structured induction process at all locations and management development programs to upgrade skills of managers. Objective appraisal systems based on key result areas (KRAs) are in place for senior management staff.
The Company is committed to nurturing, enhancing and retaining its top talent through superior learning and organizational development. This is a part of our Corporate HR function and is a critical pillar to support the organization’s growth.
45. HEALTH. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
The Company's Health and Safety Policy commits to comply with applicable legal and other requirements connected with occupational Health, Safety and Environment matters and provide a healthy and safe work environment to all employees of the Company.
46. SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India on Board and General Meetings of the Company.
47. APPRECIATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Directors place on record their deep appreciation to employees at all levels for their hard work, dedication and commitment. The Board places on record its appreciation for the support and co¬ operation, your Company has been receiving from its Suppliers, Retailers, Dealers & Distributors, Team of RTA, Team of NSDL and CDSL, Team of Merchant Bankers, Team of Auditors, Team of Company Secretaries, and others associated with the Company. The Directors also take this opportunity to thank all Clients, Vendors, Banks, Government and Regulatory Authorities for their continued support.
For and on Behalf of Board of BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED
Sd/- Sd/-
Jaiwant Bery Krishan Mohan Pandey
Managing Director whole time Director
DIN:00380445 DIN:10426591
A-41, First Floor, MIG-79, Sector-1, Vill-Parwanoo,
Friends Colony East, Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh-173220
New Delhi-110065
Place: New Delhi Date: 29-July-2025
Contact Us:
BARFLEX POLYFILMS LIMITED CIN: U25209DL2005PLC132346
Regd. Office: A-33, Third Floor, Fiee Complex, Okhla Industrial Area, Ph-2,
Near C Lal Chowk, New Delhi, India, 110020 Phone: 9810021106 Email Id: jbery@barflex.co.in Website: https://barflex.co.in/
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