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To,
The Members,
Your Directors have pleasure in presenting the Thirty-Eight Annual Report on the
business and operations of the
Company along with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended March
31, 2026.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS AND OPERATIONS:
The Company's financial performance, for the financial year ended March 31, 2026is
summarized as below;
| Particulars |
For the year 2025-26 |
For the year 2024-25 |
|
Rs. (in Lakhs) |
Rs. (in Lakhs) |
| Revenue from Operations |
1789.10 |
77.87 |
| Other Income |
329.22 |
220.00 |
Total Revenue |
2118.32 |
297.87 |
| Profit before Depreciation and Finance cost |
577.71 |
123.89 |
| Depreciation and Amortization expense |
8.04 |
6.20 |
| Finance Cost |
5.45 |
5.50 |
Profit before Tax |
564.22 |
112.19 |
| Deferred Tax |
(3.46) |
67.34 |
| Tax for Earlier Years |
1.43 |
(2.88) |
Profit After Tax |
566.24 |
47.73 |
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE
During the financial year under review, the Company delivered a robust financial
performance, driven by a
significant increase in business operations and improved operational efficiency.
Revenue from Operations increased substantially to Rs.1,789.10 Lakhs during FY
202526 from Rs.77.87 Lakhs in the previous financial year. Total Income also
increased significantly to Rs.2,118.32 Lakhs, as against Rs.297.87 Lakhs in FY
202425, reflecting strong growth in the Company's business activities.
The Company reported a Profit Before Finance Costs, Depreciation and Tax (PBDT) of
Rs.577.71 Lakhs, compared with Rs.123.89 Lakhs in the previous year. After accounting for
Finance Costs of Rs.5.45 Lakhs and Depreciation and Amortisation Expense of Rs.8.04 Lakhs,
the Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at Rs.564.22 Lakhs, as against Rs.112.19 Lakhs in the
previous financial year.
During the year, the Company recognized a Deferred Tax Credit of Rs.3.46 Lakhs and a
Tax Expense pertaining to Earlier Years of Rs.1.43 Lakhs, resulting in a Profit After Tax
(PAT) of Rs.566.24 Lakhs, as compared to Rs.47.73 Lakhs in FY 202425. The Total
Comprehensive Income for the year stood at Rs.566.62 Lakhs, as against Rs.48.11 Lakhs in
the previous financial year.
The substantial improvement in the Company's financial performance reflects the
successful execution of its business strategy, enhanced operational efficiencies, and
prudent financial management. The Board of Directors is encouraged by the Company's
performance during the year and remains committed to sustaining this growth momentum by
strengthening its core business operations, exploring new business opportunities,
maintaining financial discipline, and creating sustainable long-term value for all
stakeholders.
2. TRANSFER TO RESERVES
The Company has not transferred any amount to General Reserves for the financial year
under review.
3. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The Company's financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Indian
Accounting Standards (Ind AS) mandated under Section/ 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read
with Rule/ 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015, and subsequent
amendments thereto.
These statements give a true and fair view of the company's financial position,
financial performance, cash flows, and changes in equity in compliance with Ind AS and the
presentation and disclosure requirements prescribed under Schedule III to the Companies
Act.
4. SHARE CAPITAL
As on March 31, 2026, the Authorised Share Capital of the Company stood at Rs.
15,00,00,000/- (Rupees Fifteen Crores Only), divided into 1,50,00,000 (One Crore Fifty
Lakhs) equity shares of Rs. 10/- (Rupees Ten) each.
As on the same date, the Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Share Capital of the Company
stood at Rs. 6,23,33,240/- (Rupees Six Crores Twenty Three Lakhs Thirty Three Thousand Two
Hundred Forty Only), comprising 62,33,324 (Sixty Two Lakhs Thirty Three Thousand Three
Hundred Twenty Four) equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
During the year under review, pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013,
the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2018, and the approvals accorded by the Board of Directors at its meeting
held on July 23, 2024 and by the members of the Company at the Annual General Meeting held
on August 19, 2024, the Company allotted 19,33,324 (Nineteen Lakhs Thirty-Three Thousand
Three Hundred Twenty-Four) equity shares of face value Rs. 10/- each at an issue price of
Rs. 45/- per equity share, comprising a premium of Rs. 35/- per equity share, upon
conversion of an equivalent number of convertible warrants previously issued on a
preferential basis to persons belonging to the Non-Promoter category.
Consequent to the aforesaid allotment, the paid-up equity share capital of the Company
increased from Rs. 4,30,00,000/- divided into 43,00,000 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each to
Rs. 6,23,33,240/- divided into 62,33,324 equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
The Company has obtained the requisite listing and trading approvals from BSE Limited
for the aforesaid 19,33,324 equity shares, and the said shares have been admitted for
trading on BSE. The equity shares allotted pursuant to the conversion rank paripassu in
all respects with the existing equity shares of the Company, including entitlement to
dividend and other corporate benefits, and are subject to the applicable lock-in
requirements prescribed under the SEBI (ICDR) Regulations, 2018.
5. DIVIDEND
During the financial year 202526, the Board of Directors declared an Interim
Dividend of Rs. 0.50 (Rupees Fifty Paise only) per equity share of face value of Rs. 10/-
each (i.e. 5%) on November 14, 2025. Further, the Board of Directors declared a second
Interim Dividend of Rs. 0.50 (Rupees Fifty Paise only) per equity share of face value of
Rs. 10/- each (i.e. 5%) on February 14, 2026.
The Board of Directors has further recommended a Final Dividend of Rs. 0.60 (Rupees
Sixty Paise only) per equity share of face value of Rs. 10/- each (i.e. 6%) for the
financial year ended March 31, 2026, subject to the approval of the Members at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting. The Final Dividend, if declared, shall be paid in accordance with
the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and shall be subject to deduction of
tax at source in accordance with the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
6. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT
a. Economic Overview
The Indian economy continued to demonstrate resilience during the financial year
2025-26 amidst evolving global economic conditions. Sustained domestic demand,
infrastructure development, increasing digital adoption, policy reforms and government
initiatives aimed at enhancing manufacturing and ease of doing business contributed to
stable economic growth. Consumer spending remained robust across several sectors,
including food processing, hospitality and mobility solutions, providing opportunities for
businesses to expand and diversify.
The Government's continued focus on improving agricultural productivity, food
processing, tourism infrastructure and sustainable transportation is expected to support
long-term growth across the Company's business verticals.
b. Industry Overview
i. Food & Beverages
India's food processing industry continues to be one of the fastest growing sectors of
the economy. Rising disposable income, urbanisation, changing consumer preferences and
increasing demand for packaged food products have contributed to steady industry growth.
Government initiatives promoting food processing and agricultural value addition are
expected to create significant opportunities for organised players.
ii. Hospitality Industry
The hospitality sector witnessed significant recovery during the year driven by growth
in domestic tourism, religious tourism, business travel and leisure activities.
Improvement in occupancy levels and average room rates continued to strengthen the outlook
for hospitality operators across the country. iii. Electric Vehicle Industry
India's electric mobility sector continues to witness rapid growth supported by
favourable government policies, increasing environmental awareness, expansion of charging
infrastructure and growing consumer acceptance of electric vehicles. The rental and shared
mobility ecosystem is also evolving, creating opportunities for organised service
providers.
iv. Edible Oil Industry
India remains one of the world's largest consumers of edible oils. Growing population,
increasing food consumption and rising demand for branded edible oils continue to drive
long-term growth in the sector. The edible oil industry offers opportunities across
manufacturing, refining, packaging, distribution and trading. The Company believes that
this segment complements its existing food business and provides an additional avenue for
future growth.
c. Business Overview
The Company has adopted a diversified business strategy with operations across the Food
& Beverages, Hospitality and Electric Vehicle (EV) segments. During the year under
review, the Company significantly expanded its operations across these business verticals,
resulting in substantial growth in revenue and profitability.
During FY 2025-26, the Company recorded Revenue from Operations of Rs. 1,789.10 lakh as
compared to Rs. 77.87 lakh in the previous financial year, reflecting a significant
increase in business activities across all operating segments.
The Company also generated Other Income of Rs. 329.22 lakh during the year compared to
Rs. 220.00 lakh in the previous year, primarily comprising consultancy income, commission
income, referral and advisory fees and rental income.
Profit Before Tax increased to Rs. 564.73 lakh during FY 2025-26 from Rs. 112.70 lakh
in the previous
year, reflecting improved operational performance and effective cost management.
The Company earned a Profit After Tax of Rs. 566.24 lakh, resulting in Basic and
Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) of Rs. 11.45 as against Rs.1.11 in the previous year. d.
Strategic Business Development
With a view to expanding its business portfolio and creating sustainable long-term
value, the Members of the Company approved the alteration of the Main Objects Clause of
the Memorandum of Association through a Special Resolution passed by Postal Ballot, the
results of which were declared on November 13, 2025.
Pursuant to the said approval, the Company inserted a new object enabling it to
undertake the business of manufacturing, processing, refining, extracting, blending,
marketing, importing, exporting, trading and distribution of edible oils and allied
products, including the establishment and operation of oil mills, solvent extraction
plants, refineries and packaging facilities.
The addition of the Edible Oil business is a strategic initiative aimed at leveraging
opportunities in the food processing sector and diversifying the Company's revenue
streams. The management believes that this expansion complements the Company's existing
Food & Beverages business and provides a platform for sustainable long-term growth.
e. Segment-Wise Performance
i. Food & Beverages
The Food & Beverages segment emerged as one of the major contributors during the
financial year with revenue of Rs. 854.27 lakh, compared to Rs. 49.69 lakh during the
previous year. The significant increase reflects the Company's successful expansion in
food trading and distribution activities.
ii. Hospitality
The Hospitality business recorded revenue of Rs. 811.05 lakh during FY 2025-26 as
against Rs. 24.51 lakh in the previous year. The growth was driven by increased occupancy,
expansion of hospitality operations and improved demand across tourist destinations.
iii. Electric Vehicle Business
The Electric Vehicle rental business generated revenue of Rs. 123.78 lakh during the
year as compared to Rs. 3.67 lakh in the previous year. The Company continues to evaluate
opportunities in the electric mobility ecosystem while focusing on operational efficiency
and customer satisfaction.
iv. Edible Oil Business
During the year, the Company expanded its Main Objects Clause to include the Edible Oil
business. While commercial operations in this segment are proposed to be undertaken in a
phased manner, the amendment provides the Company with the necessary flexibility to
explore opportunities across the edible oil value chain based on market conditions and
commercial viability.
f. Financial Performance
The Company's financial performance during the year reflects strong operational growth
and improved profitability.
Revenue from Operations increased by over twenty-two times compared to the previous
year, supported by expansion across all operating segments. Employee benefit expenses,
operating costs and other administrative expenses increased in line with the scale of
operations, while the Company maintained healthy profitability.
The Company's financial position remained healthy during the year. The Current Ratio
improved to 2.85 from 0.74, while the Debt-Equity Ratio reduced significantly to 0.04 from
0.54, indicating improved liquidity and a stronger capital structure. Return on Equity
increased to 45.62%, Net Profit Margin stood at 31.65%, EBITDA Margin at 32.29%, and
Return on Capital Employed improved to 39.14%.
During the year, the Company also strengthened its capital base through the conversion
of share warrants into equity shares, thereby improving its net worth and financial
flexibility.
g. Opportunities
The Company believes that substantial opportunities exist across each of its business
segments due to:
? Growing demand for processed food and branded food products. ? Continued recovery
and expansion of the hospitality sector. ? Increasing adoption of electric mobility
solutions.
? Expansion into the edible oil industry through strategic diversification.
? Government initiatives supporting manufacturing, food processing and sustainable
transportation.
The diversified nature of the Company's business is expected to reduce concentration
risk and enhance long-term value creation.
h. Risks And Concerns
The Company's operations are exposed to various risks including changes in economic
conditions, inflation, commodity price fluctuations, competition, regulatory changes,
supply chain disruptions and changing consumer preferences.
The edible oil business is also exposed to volatility in agricultural commodity prices
and international market conditions. The management intends to undertake appropriate
commercial evaluation and risk assessment before making significant investments in this
segment.
The Company continues to strengthen its enterprise risk management framework to
identify, monitor and mitigate business risks.
i. Internal Control Systems And Their Adequacy
The Company has established adequate internal financial controls commensurate with the
size and nature of its business operations. The internal control framework is designed to
ensure safeguarding of assets, accuracy of financial reporting, compliance with applicable
laws and efficient conduct of business.
The Internal Auditors periodically review the effectiveness of the internal control
systems and report their observations to the Audit Committee. The Audit Committee reviews
the adequacy of internal controls and monitors implementation of corrective measures
wherever required.
j. Human Resources
The Company considers its employees as one of its most valuable assets. During the
year, expansion of business operations resulted in strengthening of the organisational
structure and human resource base. The Company continues to focus on employee development,
performance management, ethical business practices and maintaining cordial industrial
relations.
k. OUTLOOK
The management remains optimistic regarding the Company's future growth prospects. The
substantial increase in operational revenues during FY 2025-26 demonstrates the successful
execution of the Company's diversification strategy.
Going forward, the Company intends to consolidate its presence in the Food &
Beverages, Hospitality and Electric Vehicle businesses while progressively evaluating
opportunities in the Edible Oil segment. The management will continue to focus on
sustainable growth, prudent financial management, operational excellence and value
creation for all stakeholders.
l. Cautionary Statement
Statements contained in this Management Discussion and Analysis Report describing the
Company's objectives, estimates, expectations or projections may constitute
forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable laws and regulations. Actual
results may differ materially from those expressed or implied due to various factors
including changes in economic conditions, government policies, market dynamics,
competition, regulatory developments and other factors beyond the Company's control. The
Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements except as required under applicable law.
7. INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
The Company has an adequate system of internal controls to safeguard and protect itself
from loss, unauthorized use or disposition of its assets. All the transactions are
properly authorized, recorded and reported to the management. The Company is following all
the applicable accounting standards for properly maintaining the books of accounts and
reporting financial statements. The management of the Company checks and verifies the
internal control and monitors them in accordance with policies adopted by the Company. The
Company continues to ensure proper and adequate systems and procedures commensurate with
its size and nature of its business.
8. CHANGE IN NATURE OF BUSINESS
During the year under review, the Company expanded the scope of its business operations
by amending Clause III (A) Main Objects of its Memorandum of Association
("MoA") to enable it to undertake business activities in the Edible Oil segment.
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 4 and 13 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with
the Companies (Incorporation) Rules, 2014 and other applicable provisions, the Members of
the Company approved, by way of a Special Resolution through Postal Ballot, the insertion
of a new Object Clause No. 8 under Clause III (A) Main Objects of the Memorandum of
Association. The results of the Postal Ballot were declared on November 13, 2025.
The newly inserted object empowers the Company to carry on the business of
manufacturing, processing, refining, extracting, crushing, blending, hydrogenating,
bottling, packing, repacking, marketing, trading, importing, exporting and otherwise
dealing in edible oils, vegetable oils, vanaspati, margarine, ghee and allied products,
together with oilseeds, by-products, derivatives and related agricultural produce.
The amendment to the Memorandum of Association was undertaken with a view to diversify
the Company's business portfolio, expand its operational capabilities and explore new
growth opportunities in the edible oil sector. All necessary statutory filings in
connection with the aforesaid alteration of the Memorandum of Association were completed
with the Registrar of Companies.
9. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING FINANCIAL POSITION BETWEEN THE END
OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR AND DATE OF REPORT
There have been no material changes and commitments, affecting the financial position
of the Company, which have occurred between the end of the financial year of the Company
and the date of this Report.
10. SUBSIDIARY, JOINT VENTURE AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES
The Company has no subsidiary or joint venture company. During the financial year under
report, no company has become / ceased to be subsidiary or Joint Venture Company.
11. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
In accordance with Regulation/ 15 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (LODR), the Company is not required to submit a separate
Corporate Governance Report under Regulation/ 27 (2) for the financial year 202526.
Under Regulation/ 15 (2) (a), listed entities are exempt from general Corporate
Governance provisions (Regulations/ 1727, certain sub-clauses of Regulation/ 46, and
parts of Schedule/ V) only if both:
? Paid-up equity share capital d" Rs. 10 crore, and
? Net worth < Rs. 25 crore, as on the last day of the previous financial year.
Given that our share capital and/or net worth thresholds are not met under these dual
limits, the regulatory exemption applies, and therefore, no separate Corporate Governance
Report has been included in the Annual Report.
The Company reaffirms its commitment to comply with all applicable Corporate Governance
norms as laid down under applicable SEBI and statutory regulations if and when it crosses
the prescribed thresholds in future periods. (Refer Annexure/ A)
12. EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with the requirements of Section 92 (3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and
Rule 12 (1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, a copy of Annual
Return in Form MGT-7 is placed on the website of the Company as part of Company's Annual
Report 2025-26 at the following web link http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in/
MGT-7_2025-26.pdf.
13. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR
TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY'S OPERATIONS IN FUTURE:
During the year under review, no significant or material orders were passed by any
Regulators, Courts, or Tribunals which could impact the going concern status of the
Company or its future operations.
14. BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Your Company's Board is duly constituted and is in compliance with the requirements of
the Act, the Listing Regulations and provisions of the Articles of Association of the
Company. Your Board has been constituted with requisite diversity, wisdom, expertise and
experience commensurate to the scale of operations of your Company.
| Sr. No. |
Name of Director |
DIN |
Date of Appointment in Company * |
| 1 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
07799537 |
November 08, 2023 |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
00838098 |
November 08, 2023 |
| 3 |
Mr. Sandeep Jamnadas Merchant |
05210128 |
November 08, 2023 |
| 4 |
Mr. Faraaz Irfan Chapra |
07854286 |
April 10, 2024 |
| 5 |
Mr. Chirag ChandulalRajapopat |
10585562 |
April 10, 2024 |
| 6 |
@Mrs. NituVishwakarma |
11731242 |
May 20, 2026 |
| 7 |
$Dr. HuzaifaHabilKhorakiwala |
02191870 |
June 10, 2026 |
| 8 |
#Mr. Nikhil Saran Mathur |
00192195 |
June 10, 2026 |
Note
i. Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry Dalvi resigned from the office of Director of the
Company with effect from
August 14, 2025
ii. Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed as an Additional Director in the capacity of
Non-Executive Independent
Director with effect from October 11, 2025, pursuant to the provisions of the Companies
Act, 2013. His appointment was subsequently approved and regularized by the Members
through a Postal Ballot on November 12, 2025. Subsequently, Mr. Dipesh Dalvi tendered his
resignation from the office of Director with effect from March 16, 2026.
iii. @Mrs. NituVishwakarma was appointed as an Additional Director in the capacity of
Non-Executive
Independent Director with effect from May 20, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013.
iv. $Dr. HuzaifaHabilKhorakiwala was appointed as an Additional Director in the
capacity of Non-Executive
Director and Chairman with effect from June 10, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013.
v. #Mr. Nikhil Saran Mathur was appointed as an Additional Director in the capacity of
Non-Executive Director with effect from June 10, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013.
iv. None of the directors of the Company are debarred from holding the office of
Director by virtue of any SEBI order or order by any other competent authority.
In the opinion of the Board, the independent directors possess appropriate balance of
skills, experience and knowledge, as required.
Retirement by Rotation - Independent directors hold office for a fixed term not
exceeding five years from the date of their appointment and are not liable to retire by
rotation. The Act mandates that at least twothirds of the total number of directors
(excluding independent directors) shall be liable to retire by rotation. Accordingly, Mr.
Chirag Chandulal Rajapopat (DIN 10585562)directors, being the longest in the office among
the directors liable to retire by rotation, retire from the Board this year and, being
eligible, have offered themselves for reappointment.
Brief resume and other relevant details of the Directors proposed to be appointed /
re-appointed are given in the Explanatory.
I. KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL (KMP)
During the financial year under report, the following persons were the Key Managerial
Personnel of the Company.
| Sr. No. |
Name of the KMP |
Designation |
| 1 |
Mr. Sandeep Jamnadas Merchant |
Whole-time Director |
| 2 |
Ms. Arti Lalwani |
Company Secretary &Compliance Officer |
| 3 |
Mr. Faraaz Irfan Chapra |
CFO |
| 4 |
Mr. Dhaval Girish Chheda |
CEO |
ii. NUMBER OF MEETINGS AND ATTENDANCE:
In compliance with Section 134(3)(b) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Secretarial
Standard-1 (SS-1), the Company convened six Board meetings during the financial year
2025-26. Detailed notices, agendas and supporting papers were circulated well in advance,
enabling Directors to plan their schedules and participate meaningfully:
Dates of meetings: May 28, 2025, August 14, 2025, October 11, 2025, November 14, 2025,
December 01, 2025 and February 14, 2026.
| Sr. No. |
Director |
Category |
Meetings Eligible* |
Meetings After |
| 1 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Independent, Non-Executive |
6 |
6 |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent, Non-Executive |
6 |
6 |
| 3 |
Mr. Sandeep J. Merchant |
Whole-time Director |
6 |
6 |
| 4 |
Mr. Faraaz I. Chapra |
Executive Director Finance |
6 |
6 |
| 5 |
Mr. Chirag C. Rajapopat |
Executive Director |
6 |
6 |
| 6 |
Mrs. NituVishwakarma |
Additional Independent, Non-Executive |
6 |
0 |
| 7 |
Dr. HuzaifaHabilKhorakiwala |
Additional Executive Director |
6 |
0 |
| 8 |
Mr. Nikhil Saran Mathur |
Additional Executive Director |
6 |
0 |
Notes:
"Meetings Eligible" represents the number of Board Meetings held during the
period for which the Director held office during the financial year.
Ms. NituVishwakarma was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive
Independent Director) with effect from May 20, 2026, i.e., after the close of the
financial year ended March 31, 2026. Accordingly, she was not eligible to attend any Board
Meeting held during the financial year.
Dr. HuzaifaHabilKhorakiwala and Mr. Nikhil Saran Mathur were appointed as
Additional Directors (Non-Executive Directors) with effect from June 10, 2026, i.e., after
the close of the financial year ended March 31, 2026. Accordingly, they were not eligible
to attend any Board Meeting held during the financial year.
The attendance of the Directors who held office during the financial year has been duly
recorded in the minutes of the respective Board Meetings, which were confirmed at the
subsequent Board Meetings, in compliance with the requirements of Secretarial Standard-1
on Meetings of the Board of Directors (SS-1).
15. COMPOSITION OF COMMITTEES AND ATTENDANCE:
A. AUDIT COMMITTEE:
The Audit Committee of the Board is constituted in accordance with the provisions of
Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 18 read with Part C of Schedule II
of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
During the financial year under review, Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry resigned from the
office of Director and consequently ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Audit
Committee with effect from August 14, 2025. Subsequently, Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed
as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and inducted as a Member of
the Audit Committee with effect from October 11, 2025. Accordingly, the Audit Committee
was reconstituted with effect from October 11, 2025, and comprised the following members:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Independent Director |
Member |
The terms of reference of the Audit Committee are in conformity with the provisions of
Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 18 read with Part C of Schedule II
of the SEBI Listing Regulations. The Committee, inter alia, oversees the financial
reporting process, reviews the quarterly, half-yearly and annual financial statements and
results, evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal financial controls and
internal audit function, recommends the appointment, remuneration and terms of appointment
of the Statutory Auditors and Internal Auditors, reviews audit observations and management
responses thereto, examines related party transactions, scrutinizes inter-corporate loans
and investments, and performs such other functions as are prescribed under the applicable
laws and the Charter of the Committee.
During the financial year 202526, five (5) meetings of the Audit Committee were
held on May 28, 2025, August 14, 2025, October 11, 2025, November 14, 2025 and February
14, 2026. The gap between any two consecutive meetings did not exceed one hundred and
twenty days. The attendance of the members at the meetings is given below:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Attendance |
| 1 |
@Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Member |
2 |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Member |
5 |
| 3 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Member |
5 |
| 4 |
&Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry |
Chairman |
2 |
Note
i. &Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Audit
Committee upon his resignation as Director of the Company with effect from August 14,
2025.
ii. @Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive
Independent Director) with effect from October 11, 2025, and was inducted as a Member of
the Audit Committee on the same date. His appointment was subsequently regularized by the
Members through Postal Ballot on November 12, 2025. He resigned from the office of
Director with effect from March 16, 2026, and consequently ceased to be the Chairman and
Member of the Audit Committee.
Reconstitution after the close of the Financial Year
Upon the resignation of Mr. Dipesh Dalvi from the office of Director with effect from
March 16, 2026, he consequently ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Audit
Committee. Thereafter, subsequent to the close of the financial year, the Board, at its
meeting held on May 20, 2026, appointed Mrs. NituVishwakarma as an Additional Director
(Non-Executive Independent Director) and reconstituted the Audit Committee with effect
from the same date. Accordingly, the composition of the Audit Committee with effect from
May 20, 2026 is as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Ms. Nitu Vishwakarma |
Additional Director (Non- Executive & Independent) |
Member |
B. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE:
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee ("NRC") of the Board is constituted
in accordance with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the
applicable rules made thereunder and Regulation 19 read with Part D of Schedule II of the
SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
During the financial year under review, Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry resigned from the
office of Director and consequently ceased to be a Member of the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee with effect from August 14, 2025. Subsequently, Mr. Dipesh Dalvi
was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and inducted
as a Member of the Committee with effect from October 11, 2025. Accordingly, the
Nomination and Remuneration Committee was reconstituted with effect from October 11, 2025,
and comprised the following members:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Ms. Shikha Bhura |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Independent Director |
Member |
The Committee identifies persons who are qualified to become Directors and who may be
appointed in senior management, recommends their appointment and remuneration, formulates
the criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes and independence of
Directors, carries out evaluation of the performance of the Board, its Committees and
individual Directors, and discharges such other responsibilities as prescribed under
Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 19 read with Part D of Schedule II of
the SEBI Listing Regulations and the Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company.
During the financial year 202526, four (4) meetings of the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee were held on May 28, 2025, August 14, 2025, October 11, 2025 and
February 14, 2026. The attendance of the members at the meetings was as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Attendance |
| 1 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Chairman |
4 |
| 2 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Member |
4 |
| 3 |
*Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry |
Member |
2 |
| 4 |
&Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Member |
1 |
Note
i. *Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry ceased to be a Member of the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee upon his resignation as Director of the Company with effect from
August 14, 2025.
ii. &Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive
Independent Director) with effect from October 11, 2025, and was inducted as a Member of
the Nomination and Remuneration Committee on the same date. His appointment was
subsequently regularized by the Members through Postal Ballot on November 12, 2025. He
resigned from the office of Director with effect from March 16, 2026, and consequently
ceased to be a Member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
Reconstitution after the close of the Financial Year
Upon the resignation of Mr. Dipesh Dalvi from the office of Director with effect from
March 16, 2026, he consequently ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Nomination and
Remuneration Committee. Thereafter, subsequent to the close of the financial year, the
Board, at its meeting held on May 20, 2026, appointed Mrs. Nitu Vishwakarma as an
Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and reconstituted the Nomination
and Remuneration Committee with effect from the same date. Accordingly, the composition of
the Nomination and Remuneration Committee with effect from May 20, 2026 is as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Ms. Nitu Vishwakarma |
Additional Director (Non- Executive & Independent) |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Member |
C. STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE:
The Stakeholders' Relationship Committee ("SRC") of the Board is constituted
in accordance with the provisions of Section 178(5) of the Companies Act, 2013 and
Regulation 20 read with Part D of Schedule II of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
During the financial year under review, Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry resigned from the
office of Director and consequently ceased to be a Member of the Stakeholders'
Relationship Committee with effect from August 14, 2025. Subsequently, Mr. Dipesh Dalvi
was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and inducted
as a Member and Chairman of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee with effect from
October 11, 2025. Accordingly, the Committee was reconstituted with effect from October
11, 2025, and comprised the following members:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
IndependentDirector |
Member |
| 3 |
Mr. Sandeep Jamnadas Merchant |
Whole timeDirector |
Member |
The Committee oversees and reviews matters relating to the redressal of security
holders' and investors' grievances, including complaints relating to transfer and
transmission of securities, issue of duplicate share certificates, dematerialisation and
rematerialisation of shares, non-receipt of dividends, annual reports and other
investor-related matters. The Committee also performs such other functions as are
prescribed under Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 20 read with Part D
of Schedule II of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
During the financial year 202526, two (2) meetings of the Stakeholders'
Relationship Committee were held on May 28, 2025 and February 14, 2026. The attendance of
the members at the meetings was as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Attendance |
| 1 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Chairman |
1 |
| 2 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Member |
2 |
| 3 |
Mr. Sandeep Jamnadas Merchant |
Member |
2 |
| 4 |
Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry |
Member |
1 |
Note
i. Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry ceased to be a Member of the Stakeholders'
Relationship Committee upon his resignation as Director of the Company with effect from
August 14, 2025.
ii. Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent
Director) with effect from October 11, 2025 and was inducted as the Chairman and Member of
the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee on the same date. His appointment was
subsequently regularized by the Members through Postal Ballot on November 12, 2025. He
resigned from the office of Director with effect from March 16, 2026 and consequently
ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee.
Reconstitution after the close of the Financial Year
Upon the resignation of Mr. Dipesh Dalvi from the office of Director with effect from
March 16, 2026, he consequently ceased to be the Chairman and Member of the Stakeholders'
Relationship Committee. Thereafter, subsequent to the close of the financial year, the
Board, at its meeting held on May 20, 2026, appointed Mrs. NituVishwakarma as an
Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and reconstituted the
Stakeholders' Relationship Committee with effect from the same date. Accordingly, the
composition of the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee with effect from May 20, 2026 is
as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Ms. NituVishwakarma |
Additional Director (Non- Executive & Independent) |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Mr. Sandeep Jamnadas Merchant |
Whole time Director |
Member |
D. MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS:
Pursuant to the provisions of Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation
25(3) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, a
separate meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company was held on February 14,
2026, without the presence of the Non-Independent Directors and members of the management.
The Independent Directors of the Company as on the date of the meeting were as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Independent Director |
Member |
The attendance of the Independent Directors at the meeting was as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Attendance |
| 1 |
Ms. ShikhaSethiaBhura |
Chairman |
1 |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Member |
1 |
| 3 |
Mr. Dipesh Dalvi |
Member |
1 |
Notes:
i. Mr. Kalpesh Thakorbhai Mistry resigned from the office of Director of the Company
with effect from August
14, 2025 and consequently ceased to be an Independent Director of the Company.
ii. Mr. Dipesh Dalvi was appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent
Director) with effect from October 11, 2025. His appointment was subsequently regularized
by the Members through Postal Ballot on November 12, 2025. He resigned from the office of
Director with effect from March 16, 2026 and consequently ceased to be an Independent
Director of the Company.
During the meeting, the Independent Directors, inter alia, reviewed and evaluated:
? the performance of the Non-Independent Directors and the Board as a whole;
? the performance of the Chairperson of the Company, taking into account the views of
the Executive Directors and Non-Executive Directors;
? the performance of the Committees of the Board; and
? the quality, quantity and timeliness of the flow of information between the
management and the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably
perform its duties.
The Independent Directors expressed their satisfaction with the performance of the
Board and its Committees and acknowledged that the flow of information from the management
to the Board was adequate, timely and comprehensive for the effective discharge of the
Board's responsibilities.
Reconstitution after the close of the Financial Year
Subsequent to the resignation of Mr. Dipesh Dalvi with effect from March 16, 2026, and
after the close of the financial year, the Board, at its meeting held on May 20, 2026,
appointed Mrs. NituVishwakarma as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent
Director). Accordingly, the composition of the Independent Directors of the Company with
effect from May 20, 2026 is as follows:
| Sr. No. |
Name of Members |
Designation |
Position |
| 1 |
Ms. Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Independent Director |
Chairman |
| 2 |
Mr. Shivanand Rama Hemmady |
Independent Director |
Member |
| 3 |
Mrs. Nitu Vishwakarma |
Additional Director (Non- Executive & Independent) |
Member |
(Non- Executive & Independent) Member
16. DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Company has received the necessary declarations from all Independent Directors
confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under the provisions
of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 ("Listing Regulations").
Further, all Independent Directors have registered their names in the Independent
Directors' Data Bank maintained with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and
have confirmed compliance with the Code of Conduct for Independent Directors under
Schedule IV of the Act, as well as the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics adopted by the
Company..
17. POLICY ON DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION NOMINATION & REMUNERATION
POLICY
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with
applicable rules and Regulation 19 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination
and Remuneration Committee, adopted a Nomination and Remuneration Policy.
The Policy lays down the framework for selection, appointment, and evaluation of
Directors and Senior Management, as well as criteria for determining their qualifications,
attributes, independence, and remuneration. It aims to ensure that the Company attracts
and retains competent leadership aligned with its long-term strategic objectives.
18. REMUNERATION POLICY AND BOARD DIVERSITY POLICY:
Pursuant to Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 19 of the SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has
adopted a comprehensive Remuneration Policy covering Directors, Key Managerial Personnel
("KMP") and other employees, together with a Board Diversity Policy that seeks
to ensure an optimum mix of skills, experience, gender and background on the Board.
Both policies are available on the Company's website:
http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in /on_Board_Diversity.PDF.
19. FAMILIARIZATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
In compliance with Regulation 25(7) of the Listing Regulations and Schedule IV of the
Companies Act, 2013, the Company has formulated a Familiarization Programme for its
Independent Directors. The programme provides an overview of the Company's operations,
products, organizational structure, Board procedures and statutory responsibilities. The
policy is hosted on the Company's website:
http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in/Director.PDF.
All newly inducted Independent Directors are given detailed presentations and site
visits, and continuous updates are provided at Board/Committee meetings.
20. EVALUATION OF BOARD, ITS COMMITTEES AND INDIVIDUAL DIRECTORS
In accordance with Section 134(3)(p) of the Companies Act, 2013, Regulation 17 of the
Listing Regulations and Part D of Schedule II thereto, the Board carried out the annual
performance evaluation of:
the Board as a whole;
its Committees (Audit, Nomination & Remuneration, Stakeholders'
Relationship, Independent Directors); and
individual Directors.
The evaluation, facilitated by a structured questionnaire and peer feedback, covered
parameters such as Board composition, meeting cadence, strategic guidance, risk oversight,
quality of information flow and fulfilment of fiduciary duties. The results, reviewed by
the Nomination & Remuneration Committee and placed before the Board, were found to be
satisfactory and reflective of effective governance practices.
21. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR)
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013 ("the
Act") and the Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, every
company meeting the prescribed thresholds of net worth, turnover or net profit is required
to constitute a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee and spend at least 2% of
the average net profits of the immediately preceding three financial years towards CSR
activities.
During the year under review, the Company has earned a net profit of Rs. 566.62 lakhs.
Accordingly, the provisions of Section 135 of the Act relating to CSR shall become
applicable to the Company from the financial year 202627, based on the financial
results of FY 202526.
The Company will constitute a CSR Committee of the Board and frame a CSR Policy in due
compliance with the Act and the applicable Rules. The details of the CSR Policy and
activities undertaken shall be disclosed in the Board's Report of subsequent years.
22. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors hereby
confirms that:
a) Applicable Accounting Standards have been followed in the preparation of the annual
accounts and any material departures have been adequately explained;
b) Accounting policies have been selected and applied consistently and reasonable,
prudent estimates and judgments have been made so as to present a true and fair view of
the state of affairs of the Company and of its profit for the year;
c) Adequate accounting records have been maintained in accordance with the provisions
of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting
fraud and other irregularities;
d) The annual accounts have been prepared on a going-concern basis; and
e) Internal financial controls have been laid down and such controls are adequate and
operating effectively.
23. AUDITORS
a) Statutory Auditors
Pursuant to Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and
Auditors) Rules, 2014,Giriraj Bang & Co, Chartered Accountants (Membership Number:
133898W), was appointed as Statutory Auditors of the Company by the Shareholders at their
Annual General Meeting held on August 19, 2024, to hold office for a period of five years,
from the conclusion of the 36th Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of the 41st
Annual General Meeting of the Company to be held in the year 2029.
Pursuant to MCA Notification No S.O./ 1833 (E) dated May/ 7,/ 2018, the requirement for
members to ratify the Statutory Auditors' appointment at each AGM has been removed.
Consequently, this matter is not included in the Notice for the 38th AGM.
The Statutory Auditors of the Company have submitted the Auditor's Report on the
Financial Statements of the Company for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2026. The
Auditor's Report is self-explanatory and requires no comments. Further, there were no
adverse remarks or qualification in the Report that calls for Board's explanation. During
the year under review, there were no frauds reported by Auditors under Section 143(12) of
Companies Act, 2013.
b) Secretarial Auditor
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and
Regulation of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations"), the
Members of the Company, at the 37th Annual General Meeting held on September 24, 2025,
approved the appointment of M/s. AlokKhairwar& Associates, Practising Company
Secretaries (FCS No. 10031), as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a consecutive
term of five (5) years commencing from the financial year 202526 and ending with the
financial year 202930.
Accordingly, M/s. AlokKhairwar& Associates conducted the Secretarial Audit of the
Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The Secretarial Audit Report in Form
MR-3 is annexed to this Report as Annexure B and forms an integral part hereof.
The Secretarial Auditors have confirmed that they satisfy the eligibility criteria
prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules made thereunder and are not
disqualified from continuing as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company.
The Secretarial Audit Report contains the following observation:
Observation:
The Company has not filed Form IEPF-4 (Statement of Shares Transferred to the Investor
Education and Protection Fund) within the prescribed time pursuant to Rule 6(5) of the
Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund)
Rules, 2016.
Board's Response and Corrective Action:
The Board has taken note of the observation made by the Secretarial Auditors. The delay
pertains only to the filing of Form IEPF-4 with the Registrar of Companies. The Company
has initiated the necessary steps to complete the pending filing and is in the process of
compiling and verifying the requisite details relating to the transfer of shares in
respect of which dividends have remained unpaid or unclaimed for seven consecutive years
or more.
The Board has directed the management to complete the filing of Form IEPF-4 at the
earliest and has further strengthened its internal compliance and monitoring mechanism to
ensure timely filing of all statutory forms and returns under the Companies Act, 2013 and
the applicable Rules in the future.
The Board further confirms that the observation regarding updation of the Company's
website under Regulation 46 of the SEBI Listing Regulations has since been duly addressed,
and the Company's website has been updated with the applicable disclosures in compliance
with the requirements of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Board remains committed to ensuring full compliance with all applicable statutory
and regulatory requirements and will continue to strengthen its governance and compliance
framework.
c) Internal Auditors
The Board of Directors had re-appointed P. D. Chopda& Co., Chartered Accountants,
as the Internal Auditors of the Company for the financial year 202526, and based on
their performance and expertise, the Board has re-appointed them for the financial year
202627.
The Internal Auditors submit their reports to the Whole-time Director / CFO and the
Audit Committee, which reviews the findings and recommends corrective actions, thereby
ensuring the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems and processes.
24. PERSONNEL AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
The Board places on record its sincere appreciation for the dedication, commitment and
hard work displayed by employees at every level of the organisation during the year under
review. The continued success of the Company is a direct result of their efforts.
In accordance with Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 5(1) of
the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the
prescribed disclosures relating to remuneration and other particulars of employees form
part of this Report and are set out in Annexure C to the Annual Report.
Pursuant to Rule 5(2) of the aforesaid Rules, no employee of the Company received
remuneration in excess of the limits specified therein during the financial year 2025-26.
Recognising that sustainable growth depends on attracting and retaining talent, the
Company continued to strengthen its people practices in FY 2025-26. Key initiatives
included:
Targeted recruitment to fill critical skill gaps and support
expansion plans;
Enhanced learning and development programmes focused on leadership,
digital competency and functional excellence; and
Employee-engagement initiatives aimed at fostering an inclusive,
performance-driven culture.
The Board is confident that these initiatives will further reinforce the Company's
human-capital capabilities and contribute to its long-term growth trajectory.
25. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY / VIGIL MECHANISM
Pursuant to Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 22 of the SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has
established a robust Whistle-Blower Policy (Vigil Mechanism) for Directors and employees.
The mechanism enables any stakeholder to report, in good faith, genuine concerns about
unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud, or any violation of the Company's code of
conduct.
A Vigil Mechanism Committee, chaired by the Chairman of the Audit Committee, oversees
the effective implementation of the policy. Whistle-blowers have direct access to the
Legal Head of the Company as well as to the Chairman of the Audit Committee, ensuring that
all grievances are addressed impartially and promptly. No individual has been denied
access to the Vigil Mechanism or the Audit Committee Chairman.
The Whistle-Blower Policy is available on the Company's website at:
http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in/.
26. BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY REPORT
Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 mandates submission of a Business Responsibility & Sustainability
Report ("BRSR") only for the top 1,000 listed entities by market capitalization.
As the Company does not fall within this threshold for the financial year 2025-26,
preparation and submission of a BRSR is not presently applicable.
The Board affirms that, should the provisions become applicable in future, the Company
will ensure full compliance within the prescribed timelines.
27. RISK MANAGEMENT
Risk Management is an integral component of the Company's strategic planning and
operational execution. The objective is to identify, assess and mitigate events that could
adversely affect the achievement of business goals.
Framework & Oversight The Board, supported by Senior
Management, monitors the risk-management framework, which encompasses clearly defined
processes for risk identification, measurement, mitigation and reporting.
Key Focus Areas Operational efficiency, market volatility,
supply-chain resilience, regulatory compliance, cyber security and liquidity management
remain core areas of risk evaluation.
Mitigation Measures Action plans include robust internal
controls, periodic audits, insurance coverage, diversified sourcing, proactive legal and
regulatory monitoring and an enhanced IT-security architecture.
The Board reviews the risk landscape at regular intervals and is satisfied that no risk
has been identified which threatens the Company's going-concern status or its long-term
sustainability.
28. NON-APPLICABILITY OF MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS
The maintenance of cost records as specified under Section 148(1) of the Companies Act,
2013 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014 is not applicable to the
Company for the financial year 202526, as the business activities of the Company are
not covered under the prescribed class of companies.
29. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES REFERRED TO IN
SUB-SECTION (1) OF SECTION 188 OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
All contracts, arrangements and transactions entered into by the Company with related
parties during the financial year under review were in the ordinary course of business and
on an arm's length basis and were in compliance with the applicable provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015.
The Audit Committee reviews the Related Party Transactions on a periodic basis.
The Company has formulated a policy on dealing with Related Party Transactions. The
same is available on the Company's website at http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in.
Details of all transactions with related parties are disclosed in the accompanying
Standalone Financial Statements. Members may refer to Note No. 36, which provides the
related party disclosures in accordance with Ind AS 24.
All Related Party Transactions entered into by the Company during the year were in the
ordinary course of business and on an arm's length basis, the disclosure of particulars of
contracts or arrangements with related parties in Form AOC2, as prescribed under Section
134(3)(h) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8(2) of the Companies (Accounts)
Rules, 2014, are set out in Form AOC-2, which is annexed to this Report as Annexure D.
30. PROTECTION OF WOMEN AGAINST SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE
The Company is committed to providing and maintaining a safe, secure and inclusive work
environment that is free from sexual harassment and discrimination. In accordance with the
provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and
Redressal) Act, 2013 ("POSH Act") and the rules framed thereunder, the Company
has adopted a Policy on Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment at the
Workplace.
The Policy is applicable to all employees of the Company, including permanent,
temporary and contractual employees, trainees, interns and other persons covered under the
provisions of the POSH Act.
The Company has constituted an Internal Committee ("IC") in compliance with
Section 4 of the POSH Act to receive, investigate and redress complaints of sexual
harassment in a fair, impartial, confidential and time-bound manner.
The status of complaints received during the financial year 202526 is as under:
Number of complaints received: Nil
Number of complaints disposed: Nil
Number of complaints pending as on March 31, 2026: Nil
The Board affirms that the Company has complied with the applicable provisions of the
POSH Act and the rules framed thereunder and continues to promote awareness and
sensitisation among employees to ensure a workplace that upholds dignity, equality and
mutual respect.
31. HUMAN RESOURCES &INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS
The Company acknowledges that its employees are its most valuable asset and key drivers
of sustainable growth. It remains committed to nurturing talent, fostering a
performance-oriented culture, and creating a conducive work environment that encourages
continuous learning and professional development.
During the year under review, the Company maintained harmonious industrial relations
across all locations. The dedication and commitment of the workforce continue to be the
cornerstone of the Company's long-term competitiveness and operational excellence.
32. LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENT MADE UNDER SECTION 186 OF THE COMPANIES ACT,
2013
During the financial year under review, the Company has not given any loans,
guarantees, or made investments which are in contravention of the provisions of Section
186 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The details of loans, guarantees, and investments, to the extent applicable, are
provided in the notes to the standalone financial statements forming part of this Annual
Report.
33. EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION
The Company has not issued any Employee Stock Option Scheme (ESOP) during the financial
year 202526.
34. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS
AND OUTGO
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the relevant information relating to
conservation of energy, technology absorption, and foreign exchange earnings and outgo is
provided in Annexure E, forming part of this Report.
35. CODE OF CONDUCT
Pursuant to Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013, Schedule IV thereto and Regulation
26 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the
Board has adopted a comprehensive Code of Conduct applicable to all Directors, Senior
Management personnel and, to the extent relevant, other employees. The Code articulates
the Company's core valuesCustomer Value, Integrity, One-Team and Excellence and
provides guidance for ethical business practices and legal compliance.
The Code is available on the Company's website at
http://www.spiceislandsapparelslimited.in/.
Annual affirmations of compliance have been received from all Board and Senior
Management members and a certificate to this effect, signed by the Managing Director,
forms part of this Report.
36. CODE OF CONDUCT TO REGULATE, MONITOR AND REPORT TRADING BY INSIDERS
In line with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015 (as amended),
the Company has in place a Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor and Report Trading by
Insiders ("Insider Trading Code"). The Code prohibits trading in the Company's
securities by designated persons and their immediate relatives while in possession of
unpublished price-sensitive information and during specified "Trading-Window"
closure periods. It also mandates pre-clearance of trades above prescribed thresholds.
Periodic training and awareness sessions are conducted to ensure robust compliance.
37. DETAILS OF APPLICATION MADE OR PROCEEDING PENDING UNDER INSOLVENCY AND
BANKRUPTCY CODE 2016
During the year under review, the Company did not file any application, nor were any
proceedings pending, under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
38. DETAILS OF DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALUATIONAMOUNT ON ONE TIME SETTELMENT AND
VALUATION WHILE AVAILING LOAN FROM BANKS AND FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
There was no one-time settlement of loans with banks or financial institutions during
the financial year 2025-26; accordingly, the question of any variation between the loan
valuation and settlement valuation does not arise.
39. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the provisions of Secretarial Standard 1 (Meetings of the
Board of Directors) and Secretarial Standard 2 (General Meetings) issued by the Institute
of Company Secretaries of India.
40. GREEN INITIATIVE
In support of the Government's Green Initiative in Corporate Governance and pursuant
to:
MCA General Circular 20/2020 (05 May 2020),
MCA Circular 11/2022 (28 December 2022), and
SEBI Circular SEBI/HO/CFD/CMD2/CIR/P/2022/62 (13 May 2022), the Company is
exempt from printing and dispatching physical copies of its Annual Report.
Accordingly, an electronic copy of the Annual Report for FY 2025-26, together with the
Notice of the ensuing AGM, is being e-mailed to:
all shareholders whose e-mail IDs are registered with their Depository
Participant(s) (for shares held in demat form); and
shareholders who have registered their e-mail IDs with the Company's Registrar
& Share Transfer Agent, Cameo Corporate Services Ltd. (for shares held in physical
form).
Shareholder Action Points
| Shareholding Mode |
Required Action |
| Demat |
Ensure your latest e-mail ID is recorded with your Depository
Participant. |
| Physical |
Submit the KYC Updation Form, duly signed, to Cameo Corporate Services
Ltd. to register / update your e-mail ID. |
This digital-first approach furthers our commitment to environmental stewardship and
enables faster, more efficient communication with our shareholders.
41. STATEMENT OF DEVIATION OR VARIATION UNDER REGULATION 32 OF SEBI (LODR)
REGULATIONS, 2015
During the financial year under review, the Company did not raise any funds by way of a
public issue, rights issue, qualified institutions placement or any fresh preferential
issue that would require disclosure under Regulation 32 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations
and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The Company had, however, previously raised funds through the issuance of convertible
warrants on a preferential basis. During the year under review, a portion of such warrants
was converted into equity shares. The proceeds received from the said preferential issue
have been utilised in accordance with the objects stated in the Notice convening the
General Meeting for approval of the preferential issue, and there has been no deviation or
variation in the utilisation of such proceeds.
In compliance with Regulation 32 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Statement of Deviation or Variation is placed before
the Audit Committee on a quarterly basis. The Board confirms that there has been no
deviation or variation in the utilisation of the proceeds raised through the aforesaid
preferential issue during the financial year under review.
42. GENDER-WISE COMPOSITION OF EMPLOYEES:
The Company believes in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion and providing equal
opportunities to all employees. The gender-wise composition of employees as on March 31,
2026, is as follows:
Sr. No |
Particulars |
No. of Employees during the year under review |
| 1 |
Male Employees |
21 |
| 2 |
Female Employees |
18 |
| 3 |
Transgender Employees |
Nil |
The Company continues to foster an inclusive workplace environment based on equal
opportunity and merit.
43. COMPLIANCE WITH THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
The Company has complied with the applicable provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act,
1961, including the amendments made thereunder and the rules framed thereto. The Company
is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace and ensuring that
eligible employees are provided maternity benefits in accordance with the applicable
statutory requirements.
44. APPRECIATION AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Board of Directors expresses its deep appreciation and gratitude to all the
stakeholders of the Company, including the shareholders, regulatory bodies, government
authorities, bankers, financial institutions, and business associates, for their continued
support, trust, and guidance.
The Board also places on record its sincere appreciation to all the employees of the
Company for their dedication, commitment, and valuable contribution at all levels, which
has enabled the Company to pursue its growth and business objectives effectively.
For Spice Islands Industries Limited |
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| Sd/- |
Sd/- |
Faraaz Irfan Chapra |
Shikha Sethia Bhura |
Director |
Director |
| DIN: 07854286 |
DIN: 07799537 |
| Place : Mumbai |
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| Date : May 29, 2026 |
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