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For Financial Year 2025-26
BOARD'S REPORT
Dear Shareholders,
The Board of Directors of the Company (hereinafter referred to as the
Board) hereby present its 9th Board's Report ("Report") on the business,
operations, and performance of Ola Electric Mobility Limited ("the Company" or
"OEM") together with the audited financial statements for the financial year
ended (Standalone and Consolidated) on March 31, 2026.
This Report has been prepared in compliance with the applicable
provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, (including any statutory modification(s) or
re-enactment(s) thereof, for the time being in force) ("Act") and the Securities
and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015 as amended ("SEBI Listing Regulations").
The key financial highlights of the Company on a standalone and
consolidated basis are as follows:
1. FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
(4in Crores except per share data)
PARTICULARS |
STANDALONE |
CONSOLIDATED |
| FY 2025-26 |
FY 2024-25 |
FY 2025-26 |
FY 2024-25 |
Revenue from operations and
other income |
81 |
195 |
2460 |
4932 |
Total Expenses |
102 |
140 |
3245 |
6253 |
Profit/ Loss before finance
cost, depreciation, amortisation, exceptional item and tax |
-21 |
55 |
-785 |
-1321 |
Finance cost, Depreciation
& Amortization |
88 |
95 |
1044 |
932 |
Adjustment for Extra
ordinary/Exceptional items |
0 |
0 |
0 |
-23 |
Loss Before Tax |
-109 |
-40 |
-1829 |
-2276 |
Less: Tax Expenses |
4 |
0 |
4 |
0 |
Loss for the year |
-113 |
-40 |
-1833 |
-2276 |
Other comprehensive
loss/income |
-38 |
1 |
-15 |
17 |
Total comprehensive loss/income
carried to Balance Sheet |
-151 |
-39 |
-1848 |
-2259 |
Loss per equity share of face
value Rs10 each |
|
|
|
|
Basic |
-0.26 |
-0.10 |
-4.16 |
-5.48 |
Diluted |
-0.26 |
-0.10 |
-4.16 |
-5.48 |
2. STATE OF COMPANY'S AFFAIRS / OVERVIEW:
Financial year 2025-26 was a year of structural reset for the Company.
Against a backdrop of slower electric twowheeler penetration, heightened competitive
intensity and service-related execution challenges, the Company recalibrated its operating
model from rapid expansion towards sustainable growth, stronger unit economics and greater
cash discipline.
During the year, the Company focused on strengthening service
operations, improving product quality, rationalising its retail footprint, reducing
operating costs and progressing Cell manufacturing from validation to commercial
deployment. While these actions were undertaken against lower volumes, they established a
leaner and more scalable foundation for future growth.
Despite the operating challenges, the Company achieved several
important milestones:
Margin Expansion and Improved Cash Flow:
Consolidated gross margin increased from 17.9% in FY25 to 30.6% in
FY26, with Q4 FY26 gross margin reaching 38.5%. Consolidated cash flow from operations
improved from negative ^2,391 crore in FY25 to negative ^775 crore in FY26, while Q4 FY26
became the Company's first positive operating cashflow quarter.
Operating Model Reset: Consolidated operating expenses, reduced
from ^779 crore in Q4 FY25 to ^383 crore in Q4 FY26. This improvement was driven by
network rationalisation, higher workforce productivity, automation, tighter operating
governance and a leaner corporate cost structure.
Service Stabilisation: The Company materially strengthened its
service operations through improved parts availability, higher technician productivity,
stronger repair capabilities and tighter daily governance. Average service turnaround time
reduced by approximately 88%, while the service
backlog and parts pendency also reduced materially. Warranty
expenditure declined from ^555 crore in FY25 to ^59 crore in FY26, supported by improved
service execution and the stronger quality profile of Gen 3 products.
Product and Technology Maturity: Gen 3 became the foundation of
the Company's product portfolio, delivering improved quality, lower warranty requirements
and stronger unit economics. The Company also expanded the use of AI across sales,
registration, fulfilment, service, warranty processing and Cell R&D, supporting a
leaner and more scalable operating model.
Progress in Cell Manufacturing: The Company commenced commercial
deployment of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell in vehicles delivered to
customers. The Gigafactory operated at approximately 2.5 GWh capacity during the year,
with the installation required for the 6 GWh scale-up substantially completed. This marked
the transition of the Cell business from technology validation towards commercial
manufacturing and integration.
Entry into Energy Storage: The Company launched Shakti, its
distributed energy-storage product developed using in-house Cell technology. The Company
also progressed Mahashakti for commercial, industrial and utility-scale storage, expanding
the potential application of its Cell platform beyond electric mobility.
As FY2025-26 concludes, the Company has a materially lower
operating-cost base, stronger gross margins, improved service capabilities and
manufacturing infrastructure already in place across the Auto and Cell businesses. The
focus in FY2026-27 will be on rebuilding volumes and market share, maintaining service
consistency, expanding distribution, increasing utilisation of existing manufacturing
capacity and improving operating cash generation.
In the Cell business, the Company will focus on commissioning and
utilising the 6 GWh Gigafactory and building demand across captive Auto consumption,
distributed and utility-scale energy storage, external Cell sales and specialised
applications. These priorities are expected to support the Company's evolution into an
integrated mobility and energy business while maintaining disciplined capital allocation
and a continued focus on sustainable growth.:
3. REPORT ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SUBSIDIARIES, ASSOCIATES AND JOINT
VENTURE COMPANIES:
As on March 31, 2026, the Company has a total of five (5) subsidiaries,
comprising of three (3) Indian subsidiaries and two (2) foreign subsidiaries. In addition,
the Company has five (5) step-down foreign subsidiaries. The Company does not have any
associate companies or joint venture entities as on the date of this Report.
The details of the Company's subsidiaries are as follows
| Sr. No. Name of the company |
Category |
Date of becoming Subsidiary/ JV/ Associate
company |
| 1 Ola Electric Technologies Private
Limited |
Wholly Owned Indian Subsidiary |
January 06, 2021 |
| 2 Ola Electric Charging Private Limited |
Wholly Owned Indian Subsidiary |
December 21, 2021 |
| 3 Ola Cell Technologies Private Limited |
Wholly Owned Indian Subsidiary |
July 05, 2022 |
| 4 Ola Electric Mobility Inc. |
Wholly Owned Foreign Subsidiary |
May 29, 2019 |
| 5 Ola Electric Mobility B.V. (OEM B.V.) |
Wholly Owned Foreign Subsidiary |
April 29, 2020 |
| 6 Etergo B.V. |
Step down foreign subsidiary (Wholly Owned
Subsidiary of OEM B.V. ) |
May 26, 2020 |
| 7 Etergo Operations B.V. |
Step down foreign subsidiary (Wholly Owned
Subsidiary of Etergo B.V,.) |
May 26, 2020 |
| 8 Ola Electric Technologies B.V. |
Step down foreign subsidiary (Wholly Owned
Subsidiary of OEM B.V. ) |
May 27, 2022 |
| 9 Ola Electric UK Private Limited |
Step down foreign subsidiary (Wholly Owned
Subsidiary of OEM B.V.) |
January 21, 2021 |
| 10 EIA Trading (Shanghai) Co. Ltd. |
Step down foreign subsidiary (Wholly Owned
Subsidiary of OEM B.V.) |
May 26, 2023 |
During the financial year under review, the Company did not
incorporate, liquidate, close, or strike off any subsidiary, joint ventures or associate
companies. Additionally, there were no divestments or reductions in stake in any of the
Company's subsidiaries provided above.
There has been no material change in the nature of the business of the
subsidiary companies during the year.
Report on Subsidiary of Company: Pursuant to the provisions of Section
129 (3) of the Act read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, a statement
containing the salient features of the financial statements and highlights of the
performance of the subsidiaries is provided in Form AOC-1, which is annexed to this Report
and marked as Annexure-I and forms an integral part of this Report.
Financial Statements of Subsidiaries: The financial and operational
contributions of the subsidiaries have been consolidated and disclosed in the consolidated
financial statements of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, which
forms part of this Annual Report.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 136 of the Act, the
audited standalone financial statements of the Company's subsidiaries are available on the
Company's website at: https://www.olaelectric.com/ investor-relations/financials
Policy for Material Subsidiary: Pursuant to Regulation 16(1)(c) of the
SEBI Listing Regulations and in accordance with the Company's policy for Determining
Material Subsidiaries, Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited and Ola Cell Technologies
Private Limited continue to be identified as material subsidiaries of the Company. The
said policy is available on the Company's website at https://www.olaelectric.com/
investor-relations/policies
Consolidated Financial Statements- The Consolidated Financial
Statements of the Company and its subsidiaries prepared in accordance with the Act and
applicable Indian Accounting Standards along with all relevant documents and the Auditors'
Report forms part of the Annual Report and the audited consolidated financial statements
of the Company are available on the Company's website at: https://www.olaelectric.
com/investor-relations/financials.
4. CHANGE IN NATURE OF BUSINESS:
During the financial year under review, there has been no change in the
nature of the business carried out by the Company.
5. DIVIDEND AND DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY:
During the financial year under review, the Board has not recommended
any dividend on Equity Shares.
In accordance with Regulation 43A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the
Company has formulated a Dividend Distribution Policy to provide a clear framework for
dividend distribution to its stakeholders. The Policy outlines various internal and
external factors that the Board will consider while determining dividend payouts.
The Dividend Distribution Policy is available on the Company's website
at: https://www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/policies
6. TRANSFER TO RESERVES:
During the financial year under review, the Company did not transfer
any amount to the reserves.
7. TRANSFER TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND & UNPAID
DIVIDEND:
During the financial year under review, the Company did not transfer
any funds or equity shares to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) pursuant
to the provisions of Section 125 of the Act. The Company also does not have any unclaimed
dividend pending transfer to the Unpaid Dividend Account.
8. CAPITAL STRUCTURE:
During the financial year under review, there is no change in the
authorised, issued, subscribed and paid up share capital of the Company
Authorized Share Capital: The Authorized Share Capital of the Company
as on March 31, 2026, is INR 8318,49,98,850 (Indian Rupees Eight Thousand Three Hundred
Eighteen Crore Forty-Nine Lakh Ninety-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty only), divided
into:
i. 479,66,26,443/- (Four Hundred Seventy-Nine Crores, Sixty-Six Lakhs,
Twenty-Six Thousand, Four Hundred Forty-Three) equity shares of face value INR 10/-
(Indian Rupees Ten only) each;
ii. 43,81,62,753 (Forty-Three Crore Eighty-One Lakh Sixty-Two Thousand
Seven Hundred Fifty-Three) Series A compulsorily convertible preference shares of face
value INR 10/- each;
iii. 14,25,44,269 (Fourteen Crore Twenty-Five Lakh Forty-Four Thousand
Two Hundred Sixty-Nine) Series A1 compulsorily convertible preference shares of face value
INR 10/- each;
iv. 84,70,75,656 (Eighty-Four Crore Seventy Lakh Seventy-Five Thousand
Six Hundred Fifty-Six) Series B compulsorily convertible preference shares of face value
INR 10/- each;
v. 24,08,23,765 (Twenty-Four Crore Eight Lakh Twenty-Three Thousand
Seven Hundred Sixty-Five) Series C compulsorily convertible preference shares of face
value INR 10/- each;
vi. 4,50,44,769 (Four Crore Fifty Lakh Forty-Four Thousand Seven
Hundred Sixty-Nine) Series C1 compulsorily convertible preference shares of face value INR
10/- each;
vii. 15,00,00,000 (Fifteen Crore) Series D Compulsorily Convertible
Preference Shares of face value INR 10/- each; and
viii. 165,82,22,230 (One Hundred Sixty-Five Crore Eighty-Two Lakh
Twenty-Two Thousand Two Hundred Thirty) Series E compulsorily convertible preference
shares of face value INR 10/- each
Issued, Subscribed and Paid Up Share Capital: The
Issued, Subscribed and Paid Up Share Capital of the Company as on March
31, 2026 is INR 4410,82,98,850/- (Indian Rupees Four Thousand Four Hundred Ten Crores
Eighty-Two Lakh Ninety-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty Only) divided into 441,08,29,885
(Four Hundred Forty-One Crore Eight Lakh Twenty-Nine Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty-Five
Only) equity shares of Rs. 10/- each.
Equity shares with differential rights and sweat equity shares: During
the financial year under review, the Company did not issue any equity shares with
differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise, nor did it issue any sweat equity
shares, in accordance with the provisions of the Act and applicable rules made thereunder.
9. DEBENTURES:
As on March 31, 2026, the Company had 61,000 Redeemable Non-Convertible
Debentures (NCD) having a face value of INR 100,000 (Indian Rupees one lakh only) each.
The Company does not have any outstanding bonds / warrants / other
non-convertible securities.
10. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
In terms of the provisions of Section 135 of the Act, read with
Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014, (as amended) the Board has
constituted a Corporate Social Responsibility ("CSR") Committee. Further, in
view of the losses incurred by the Company during the previous financial year, the Company
has no obligation for spending CSR during the financial year.
The Company has in place a CSR Policy that articulates its philosophy
and approach towards fulfilling its social responsibility. The policy lays down the
guiding principles and mechanisms for undertaking socially impactful programs that promote
the welfare and sustainable development of the community, especially in areas surrounding
the Company's operations. The CSR Policy is available on the Company's website at:
https://www.olaelectric. com/investor-relations/policies.
The Annual Report on CSR activities for the financial year 2025-26,
prepared in accordance with Sections 134 and 135 of the Act read with Rule 8 of the
Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 (as amended) and Rule 9 of
the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, is annexed to this Report and marked as Annexure-II.
11. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 177(9) and 177(10) of the
Act read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, and
Regulation 22 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has established a Vigil
Mechanism and adopted a Whistle Blower Policy.
The Company is committed to upholding the highest standards of
integrity, transparency, professionalism, and ethical conduct in all its dealings. The
Whistle Blower Policy provides a framework and mechanism for directors, employees, and
other stakeholders to report genuine concerns regarding unethical behavior, actual or
suspected fraud, or violations of the Company's Code of Conduct, without fear of
retaliation. The Policy also ensures direct access to the Chairperson of the Audit
Committee.
The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company's website at:
https://www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/
disclosures-under-regulation-46-of-lodr
During the financial year under review, the Company did not receive any
complaints under the Vigil Mechanism.
12. RISK MANAGEMENT:
The Company has in place a comprehensive Risk Management Policy, which
provides an effective framework for identifying, assessing, mitigating, reporting, and
periodically reviewing critical risks that may affect the Company's objectives or
continuity. The policy is available on the Company's website at: https://www.
olaelectric.com/investor-relations/policies.
The Company's business units and corporate functions follow a
structured and institutionalised approach to risk management, aligned with its overall
strategic goals. The Risk Committee oversees the organization's overall risk management
process through our Enterprise Risk Management program. The Risk Management Committee
reviews key business risk areas, encompassing operational, financial, strategic, and
regulatory aspects including the mitigation strategies. The Risks and its management is
currently handled by the Internal Audit team. The Risks are periodically presented to the
Management and the Audit Committee.
The composition and key terms of reference of the Risk Management
Committee have been discussed in detail in the Management Discussion and Analysis section
and Corporate Governance Report which forms an integral part of the Annual Report.
13. AUDITORS & REPORTS:
A. Statutory Auditors: M/s. B S R & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants
(ICAI Firm Registration No.: 101248W/ W-100022), were appointed as the Statutory Auditors
of the Company for a term of five (5) years, from the conclusion of the 5th Annual General
Meeting until the conclusion of the 10th Annual General Meeting, to be held in the year
2027.
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 139 and 141 of the Act, and the
relevant rules made thereunder, the Statutory Auditors have confirmed that they are
eligible and not disqualified to continue as Auditors of the Company. They have also
confirmed that they have undergone the peer review process conducted by the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and hold a valid certificate issued by the Peer
Review Board of the ICAI.
The Statutory Auditors have issued an unmodified opinion on the
standalone financial statements of the Company for FY 2025-26. The Statutory Auditors have
also issued an unmodified opinion on the consolidated financial statements of the Company.
However, the auditors have expressed a qualified opinion in respect of the internal
financial controls with reference to the consolidated financial statements, arising from a
material weakness identified in relation to the physical verification of finished goods
and raw materials at the plant and stores of one of the wholly owned subsidiaries. The
auditors have stated that this matter does not affect their opinion on the consolidated
financial statements of the Group.
Management Response
At the outset, the Management wishes to highlight that the observation
with respect to Internal Financial
Controls ("IFC") represents an isolated case relating to the
physical verification of inventory at Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited
("OET"), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company.
While the Statutory Auditors, M/s. B S R & Co. LLP, have brought
this matter to the attention of the shareholders as part of their independent reporting on
IFC, they have also provided an unmodified opinion on the standalone and consolidated
financial statements of the Company, stating that the financial statements present a true
and fair view of the financial position of the Company.
The Company recognises that strong internal controls are a cornerstone
of sound corporate governance and sustainable business growth. The Company believes that
its existing comprehensive framework supports operational excellence, financial integrity
and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. The Company and its Management
remain fully committed to establishing, implementing and maintaining robust IFC and
strengthening the existing IFC framework.
During Q4 FY 2025-26, the Company undertook a redesign of its network
operations with a view to achieving significant operational and cost efficiencies. As part
of this exercise, there was a temporary realignment of inventory processes, which was
commented upon by the Statutory Auditors. During the said period of realignment, physical
verification of inventory at the relevant wholly owned subsidiary could not be conducted
by the Management as at the year-end. The inventory was, however, validated through a
review of the relevant data in the Company's ERP system, which did not report any
discrepancy. The Company also has a practice of conducting periodic physical verification
of inventory, which was undertaken before and after the network redesign.
Based on the above, the Management is of the view that there was no
misplacement of inventory and, consequently, no financial impact on the Company. The
observation relates to the conduct of physical verification by the Management as at the
year-end and is an Internal Financial Controls reporting matter.
The Management has implemented structured measures and controls,
including investments in technology and other systemic changes in processes across the
value chain, to further strengthen inventory management and specifically ensure that
controls relating to physical verification are robust, consistent and effective.
B. Cost Auditor: The provisions of Section 148 the Act, read with Rule
3 of the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Rules, 2014, are not applicable to the
Company. Accordingly, the Company was not required to and has not appointed a Cost Auditor
for the financial year under review.
C. Secretarial Auditor: Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of
the Act, read with Rule 9 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014 and Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Board of
Directors appointed M/s. BMP & Co. LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries, to conduct the
Secretarial Audit of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.
Secretarial Audit Report: In compliance with the provisions of
Section 204 of the Act and Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Secretarial
Audit Report of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, issued by CS
Komal S Shrimankar (ACS No.: 47702; CP No.: 27905), Partner, M/s. BMP & Co. LLP,
Practising Company Secretaries, is annexed to this Board's Report as Annexure- 1U. The
Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any qualification, reservation, adverse remark
or disclaimer.
Secretarial Audit Report of material unlisted subsidiaries: In
compliance with the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation
24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Secretarial Audit Reports of the Company's
material unlisted subsidiaries, namely Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited and Ola
Cell Technologies Private Limited, for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, issued by
CS Komal S Shrimankar (ACS No.: 47702; CP No.: 27905), Partner, M/s. BMP & Co. LLP,
Practising Company Secretaries, have been annexed to this Board's Report as Annexure-IV.
Annual Secretarial Compliance Report: In compliance with Regulation
24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has undertaken an audit for the financial
year 2025-26 for all applicable compliances as per SEBI Regulations and Circulars /
Guidelines issued thereunder. The Annual Secretarial Compliance Report issued by CS
Subhashri K (ACS No.: 62771; CP No.: 27534), Partner, M/s. BMP & Co. LLP, Practising
Company Secretaries, has been submitted to the Stock Exchanges within the prescribed
timelines.
Further, pursuant to Regulation 24A of the SEBI Listing Regulations and
other applicable provisions of the Act, the Board of Directors, based on the
recommendations of the Audit Committee and Board of Directors, at its meeting held on July
25, 2025, approved and recommended for the approval of the shareholders, the appointment
of M/s. BMP & Co. LLP, Practicing Company Secretaries, a peer reviewed firm of Company
Secretaries in whole time practice, as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a term
of five consecutive financial years, commencing from FY 2025-26 and ending on FY 2029-30,
i.e., from the conclusion of the 8th Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of the
12th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
D. Internal Auditor: During the financial year under review, the
Company had dedicated internal resources for monitoring and reviewing its internal
controls and processes while the Company did not have any external auditor during the
year, the internal control environment was monitored using the existing internal resources
and other control mechanisms for periodic reporting. Subsequent to the close of the
financial year, the Company has appointed TRC Corporate Consulting Private Limited as the
internal auditor to further strengthen its internal audit framework and provide an
independent assessment of the Company's internal controls, risk management and governance
processes. The Internal Auditor will periodically report its findings to the Management
and the Audit Committee for review and appropriate action.
All the reports are regularly presented to the management and the Audit
Committee to facilitate timely corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Reporting of Frauds by Auditors: Pursuant to the provisions of
Section 143(12) of the Act, during the financial year under review, neither M/s. B S R
& Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants, Statutory Auditors, nor M/s. BMP & Co. LLP,
Company Secretaries, Secretarial Auditors, of the Company, have reported any instance of
fraud committed by the officers or employees of the Company to the Audit Committee.
14. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS AND THEIR ADEQUACY:
The Company has established a framework of internal financial controls
commensurate with the size, scale and complexity of its operations. The framework is
designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the orderly and efficient conduct of
the Company's business, safeguarding of its assets, prevention and detection of frauds and
errors, accuracy and completeness of accounting records, and timely preparation of
reliable financial information.
The Board of Directors, Audit Committee and Management periodically
review the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's internal financial controls through
the internal audit and other control monitoring mechanisms. The internal financial
controls are designed to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and to
support the reliability of financial reporting.
During FY 2025-26, the internal financial controls, including their
design and operating effectiveness, were reviewed and tested by the Management and the
Statutory Auditors in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act,
2013.
The Statutory Auditors have issued an unmodified opinion on the
standalone financial statements and an unmodified opinion on the consolidated financial
statements of the Company for FY 202526. However, in their report on the internal
financial controls with reference to the consolidated financial statements, the Statutory
Auditors have expressed a qualified opinion arising from a material weakness relating to
physical verification of finished goods and raw materials at the plant and stores of one
of the Company's wholly owned subsidiaries, Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited
("OET").
The Management has taken note of the matter and has undertaken measures
to strengthen the internal financial control framework, particularly the controls relating
to physical verification and inventory management. The Company remains committed to
continuously strengthening its internal financial controls and ensuring their
effectiveness across the Company and its subsidiaries.
15. DISCLOSURE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
(PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013:
The Company maintains zero tolerance for sexual harassment at the
workplace and has adopted a gender-neutral policy on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment
("POSH"), in line with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at
Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the rules framed
thereunder. The policy provides a robust framework for reporting, redressal, and
prevention of sexual harassment while ensuring strict confidentiality and protection from
retaliation. The policy is available on the website of the Company at:
https://www.olaelectric. com/investor-relations/policies.
In accordance with the Act, the Company has constituted an Internal
Complaints Committee ("ICC")comprising employees and external members with
relevant experience and sensitivity to such matters.The ICC is empowered to investigate
complaints, conduct fair hearings, and recommend appropriatedisciplinary actions. The
Company also conducts periodic awareness and sensitization programs to foster a respectful
and safe workplace. Details of complaints received and disposed of during the Financial
Year 2025-26 are as follows:
| Number of complaints received during t
financial year |
Number of complaints he disposed of during
the financial year |
Number of complaints pending more than
ninety days |
| 0 0 |
0 |
|
16. COMPLIANCE WITH MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961:
The Company affirms that it has duly complied with the provisions of
the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, including all amendments thereto. All applicable
benefits, leave entitlements, and facilities as mandated under the Maternity Benefit Act,
1961 have been extended to eligible women employees during the financial year under
review.
The Company is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and
equitable workplace, and remains steadfast in ensuring the well-being and rights of women
employees, particularly during and after maternity. Provisions such as paid maternity
leave, nursing breaks, and return-to-work support continue to be implemented in both
letter and spirit across all Company locations.
17. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT:
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(5) of the Act, the
Board to the best of their knowledge and belief confirm and state that:
a. In the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended on March 31, 2026, the applicable accounting standards have been followed along with
proper explanation relating to 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 March 31, 2026 and of the profit 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 Act
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. The directors have laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were
operating effectively; and
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.
18. BOARD OF DIRECTORS, MEETINGS AND ITS COMMITTEES:
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL(KMP)
i. Composition of the Board:. As on March 31, 2026, the Board of
Directors of the Company
comprised a balanced mix of Executive, NonExecutive and Independent
Directors, bringing diverse experience and expertise across various domains. The
composition of the Board is in compliance with the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013
("Act") and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations").
The following individuals served as Directors on the Board of the
Company as on March 31, 2026:
| Sr. No. Name of the Director |
Designation |
| i. Mr. Bhavish Aggarwal |
Chairman and Managing Director |
| 2. Mr. Krishnamurthy Venugopala Tenneti |
Non-Executive Director |
| 3. Mr. Arun Sarin |
Non-Executive Director |
| 4. Mr. Manoj Kohli |
Independent Non-Executive Director |
| 5. Mr. Navalur Dattatreya Singh Shashanktd>
| Independent Non-Executive Director |
| 6. Ms. Shradha Sharma |
Independent Non-Executive Director |
During the financial year under review, Mr. Navalur Dattatreya Singh
Shashank (DIN: 02237496) was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director of the
Company, and Mr. Ananth Sankaranarayanan (DIN: 07527676) resigned from the position of
Independent Non-Executive Director, with effect from December 5, 2025.
ii. Director Retiring by Rotation: In accordance with the provisions of
Section 152 of the Act and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Arun Sarin,
Non-Executive Director, is liable to retire by rotation at the 9th Annual General Meeting
of the Company scheduled to be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, and being eligible,
has offered himself for re-appointment
iii. Appointment or Resignation of KMPs: During the financial year
under review, there were changes in the Key Managerial Personnel of the Company. Mr.
Pritam Das Mohapatra resigned from the position of Company Secretary and Compliance
Officer with effect from June 13, 2025. Subsequently, Mr. Abhishek Jain was appointed as
the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer with effect from September 12, 2025.
Further, Mr. Harish Abhichandani resigned from the position of Chief
Financial Officer of the Company with effect from January 19, 2026, and Mr. Deepak Rastogi
was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of the Company with effect from January 20,
2026.
Post the closure of the financial year, Mr. Abhishek Jain tendered his
resignation from the position of Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, which became
effective on August 28, 2026.
iv. Re-appointment of Independent Directors : The Board, based on the
recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, has recommended the
re-appointment of Mr. Manoj Kumar Kohli (DIN: 00162071) and Ms. Shradha Sharma (DIN:
03557496) as Independent Directors of the Company for a further term of five consecutive
years, subject to the approval of the Members at the forthcoming Annual General Meeting.
The requisite resolutions for their re-appointment are being placed
before the Members for their approval at the 9th Annual General Meeting of the Company.
v. Declarations by independent directors: The Company has received
declarations from all its Independent Directors confirming that they meet the criteria of
independence ("Declaration of Independence") as prescribed under the Act and
SEBI Listing Regulations. There has been no change in circumstances which may affect their
status as Independent Directors.
The Board is of the opinion that all Independent Directors possess the
highest standards of integrity as well as the requisite qualifications, expertise, and
experience necessary to discharge their duties effectively.
Pursuant to Section 150 of the Act read with Rule 6 of the Companies
(Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, all Independent Directors have
confirmed their registration with the databank maintained by the Indian Institute of
Corporate Affairs (IICA), Manesar.
In compliance with the said Rules, the Independent Directors have also
successfully completed the online proficiency self-assessment test conducted by the IICA,
or fall under the exempted category as per the prescribed criteria.
Based on the above declarations, the Board affirms that all Independent
Directors of the Company meet the conditions specified under Schedule V of the SEBI
Listing Regulations and are independent of the management.
vi. Familiarisation Programme for Independent Directors: All
Non-Executive Directors are appointed on the Board of the Company are introduced to the
culture through induction sessions. The Executive Directors and senior management provide
an overview of the operations and familiarise the NonExecutive Directors on matters the
morals and principles of the Company. They are introduced to the organization structures
and various procedures. Non-Executive Directors are also briefed pertaining to the group
structure and subsidiaries. Also, the Company has a detailed familiarisation Programme for
Non-Executive Independent Directors to familiarise them with the Company, their roles,
rights, responsibilities in the Company, the nature of the industry in which the Company
operates, business model of the Company etc. The said policy is available at the website
of the Company at https:// www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/policies.
The details of familiarisation programmes imparted to independent
directors during the year under review is available at the website of the Company at
https://www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/ policies.
vii. Performance Evaluation: The Board Evaluation reaffirms the Board's
strong commitment to governance and strategic oversight, as evidenced by the proactive
leadership of its members, the effectiveness of Committees and the engagement of senior
management. A key insight highlights the Board's independence and steadfast dedication to
upholding rigorous governance standards, ensuring transparency and fostering sustainable
value creation for stakeholders.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations,
the Board has carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance and that of its
Committees as well as performance of all the Directors individually including Independent
Directors, Chairman and Managing Director.
The manner in which the formal annual evaluation of
performance was made by the Board is given below:
a. The evaluation criteria and process followed were in accordance with
those approved by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board, and were found
to be in order.
b. Based on the said criteria, a questionnaire-cum-rating sheet was
circulated to seek confidential evaluation ratings and feedback from the directors
regarding the performance of the Board, its Committees, the Chairperson, and individual
directors.
c. Based on the individual ratings received from the directors, a
summary report was prepared on the performance evaluation of the Board, its Committees,
the Chairman & Managing Director and Directors. The performance evaluation report was
then discussed and noted by the Board at its meeting, and the Board expressed its
satisfaction with the outcome of the evaluation.
The evaluation criteria, as outlined in the Company's 'Policy for
Evaluation of the Performance of the Board of Directors', include parameters such as Board
composition and structure, effectiveness of board processes, information availability and
flow, contributions made by individual Directors, and the performance of the Chairperson.
The said policy is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at:
https://www.olaelectric.com/investor- relations/policies.
viii. Number of meetings: The Board and its Committees convene meetings
at regular intervals to deliberate on matters relating to business performance, strategic
initiatives, policy updates, and regulatory developments and their implications.
During the financial year under review, 11 (Eleven) meetings of the
Board of Directors were held in compliance with the provisions of the Act. The interval
between any two consecutive meetings was well within the prescribed limits under the Act
and the SEBI Listing Regulations.
Detailed information regarding dates of meetings of the Board held
during the financial year 202526 indicating the number of meetings attended by each
Director is provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms an integral part of
the Annual Report.
The Company has also complied with the applicable provisions of the
Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
("ICSI") in respect of all Board meetings conducted during the year. Details of
these meetings, including the attendance of each Director, are provided in the Corporate
Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD:
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the
SEBI Listing Regulations, the Board has constituted the following six committees:
1. Audit Committee.
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
3. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
4. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee.
5. Risk Management Committee
6. Fund Raising Committee.
The composition of these Committees is available on the Company's
website and can be accessed at: https:// www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/directors-
profile#tab-teb550m.
Detailed information regarding the composition, terms of reference, and
meetings of each Committee held during the financial year 2025-26 is provided in the
Corporate Governance Report which forms an integral part of this Annual Report.
The Board has accepted all the recommendations made by the Audit
Committee during the financial year under review.
19. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS:
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 186 of the Act and Regulation 34
read with Schedule V of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the details of loans and advances
given, guarantees or securities provided, and investments made by the Company during the
financial year under review are provided in the note no. 10 of the financial statements
forming part of this Annual Report.
20. TRANSACTIONS WITH RELATED PARTIES:
The Company has in place a robust framework for the approval and
monitoring of related party transactions ("RPTs"), in line with the applicable
regulatory requirements.
During the financial year under review, all related party transactions
were approved by the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors and have been disclosed in
the notes to the financial statements forming part of this Annual Report. All such
transactions were undertaken in the ordinary course of business and on an arm's length
basis, in compliance with Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Company's RPT
Policy.
The Company did not enter into any material related party transactions
during the year, and a confirmation to this effect, as required under Section 134(3)(h) of
the Companies Act, 2013, is provided in Form AOC-2 annexed as Annexure V to this Annual
Report.
The RPT Policy of the Company is available on the Company's website at:
https://www.olaelectric. com/investor-relations/policies.
21. ANNUAL RETURN:
Pursuant to Section 134(3)(a) and Section 92(3) of the Act, read with
Rule 12(1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, the Annual Return
of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, is available on the website of
the Company and can be accessed at the following link: https://www.olaelectric.com/
investor-relations/financials#tab-pxd4fqe.
22. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES:
As on March 31, 2026, the Company had a total of 3 employees on its
payroll, comprising of 3 males, 0 female, and 0 transgender employees. The Company
recognizes its employees as key stakeholders and is committed to attracting, nurturing,
and retaining top talent. It fosters a collaborative, transparent, and participative work
environment that rewards merit and high performance.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Act, read
with Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel)
Rules, 2014, as amended, the statement containing the ratio of remuneration of Directors
and Key Managerial Personnel to the median remuneration of employees and other requisite
details is annexed to this Report as Annexure-VI.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 197(12) of the Companies
Act, 2013, read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, a statement containing the names and other particulars
of employees drawing remuneration in excess of the limits prescribed under the said Rules
forms part of this Report. However, in line with the provisions of Section 136 of the
Companies Act, 2013, the Report and Annual Accounts are being sent to the Members
excluding the said statement. The aforesaid statement is available for inspection upon
request. Any Member interested in obtaining a copy of the same may write to the Company
Secretary at:companvsecretarv@olaelectric.com
Key Managerial Personnel (KMP): The following individuals have been
designated as the Key Managerial Personnel of the Company pursuant to Sections 2(51) and
203 of the Act, read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial
Personnel) Rules, 2014:
Mr. Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman and Managing Director.
Mr. Harish Abichandani, Chief Financial Officer (upto close of business
hours of January 19, 2026).
Mr. Deepak Rastogi, Chief Financial Officer (with effect from January
20, 2026)
Mr. Pritam Das Mohapatra, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer
(upto close of business hours of June 13, 2025).
Mr. Abhishek Jain, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer (upto close
of business hours of August 28, 2026).
23. DISCLOSURE REGARDING EMPLOYEE STOCK OPTION PLANS:
As on March 31, 2026, the Company has in place one employee stock
option plan titled "OEM Employees' Equity Linked Incentive Plan 2019"
("ESOP Plan"), which was adopted by the shareholders on January 21, 2019, and
subsequently amended on December 08, 2023, and October 01, 2024, pursuant to resolutions
passed by the shareholders of the Company.
The ESOP Plan has been formulated with the objective of attracting,
retaining, and incentivizing talent by aligning employee interests with the longterm goals
of the Company. The Plan enables eligible employees of the Company and its subsidiaries to
be granted stock options, which entitle them to receive equity shares of the Company
having a face value of INR 10/- per share, upon vesting and exercise of such options in
accordance with the terms of the Plan.
The ESOP Plan is implemented and administered through a trust route in
compliance with the applicable provisions of the Act and the Securities and Exchange Board
of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 ("SEBI
ESOP Regulations").
The Company confirms that during the financial year under review:
The ESOP Plan is in compliance with the Act and SEBI ESOP
Regulations.
Disclosures with respect to the number of options granted,
vested, exercised, lapsed, and outstanding
form part of the financial statements.
The Company has not granted any options with voting rights or
dividend entitlements prior to vesting or exercise.
No material changes were made to the ESOP Plan other than the
aforementioned amendments approved by shareholders.
In accordance with Regulation 14 of the SEBI ESOP Regulations, the ESOP
Plan and the disclosures prescribed under the said regulations are available on the
website of the Company and can be accessed at:
https://www.olaelectric.com/investor-relations/ policies
A certificate from the Secretarial Auditors confirming that the ESOP
Plan has been implemented in accordance with the SEBI ESOP Regulations and shareholder
approval will be available for inspection during the Annual General Meeting.
24. PUBLIC DEPOSITS:
During the financial year under review, the Company has not accepted or
renewed any deposits from the public falling within the purview of Section 73 of the Act,
read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
Further, as on the balance sheet date, there were no outstanding
deposits, including interest thereon, remaining unpaid or unclaimed. Accordingly, the
disclosures required under Chapter V of the Act and the said Rules are not applicable to
the Company for the financial year under review.
25. NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION POLICY:
The Company has formulated a Nomination and Remuneration Policy in
accordance with the provisions of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations. The Policy
governs the appointment, qualifications, attributes, independence criteria, and
remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel (KMP), and Senior Management
personnel.
The objective of the Policy is to attract, retain, and motivate
competent leadership, align remuneration with performance and strategic goals, and ensure
that the remuneration framework is fair, performance-driven, and consistent with the
Company's risk appetite and long-term objectives.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee, while recommending
appointments to the Board, evaluates candidates based on qualifications, skills,
experience, and independence criteria.
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company is available on
the Company's website and can be accessed at: https://www.olaelectric.
com/investor-relations/policies.
26. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
At OEM, we have consistently prioritized energy conservation within our
manufacturing processes. This commitment not only optimizes the consumption of
non-renewable fossil fuels but also enhances energy productivity, supports climate change
mitigation efforts, and reduces operational costs. Our energy conservation strategies are
implemented through robust energy management systems, comprehensive energy audits, and
detailed quality analyses of energy utilization.
In addition, we have undertaken several initiatives aimed at reducing
carbon emissions. These measures are designed not only to lower our environmental
footprint but also to contribute positively to the well-being and livelihood of the
broader community.
The particulars required under the provisions of Section 134 (3) (m) of
the Companies Act, 2013, regarding the conservation of energy during the year under review
are as follows:
| S No. |
Particulars |
| (i) The steps taken or impact on conservation
of energy |
As part of its ongoing efforts towards
energy conservation, the Company implemented various initiatives at the OLA Futurefactory
during FY 2025-26, including: |
|
A.Electricity Conservation: |
|
Green energy sourcing from Wind
energy has been implemented, resulting in the utilisation of 5,819,896 units of green
energy. |
|
Electricity consumption was reduced during
FY 2025-26 through the implementation of targeted energy conservation initiatives. Key
measures contributing to the reduction include: |
|
Optimisation of power consumption
of supply and exhaust fans - resulting in savings of approximately 13,091 units per month. |
|
Operation of compressors at lower
operating pressure - resulting in savings of approximately 9,660 units per month. |
|
Operating a single VFD compressor
during non-production days/hours - resulting in savings of approximately 920 units per
month. |
|
Optimization of shop floor lighting
during non-production days/night hours - resulting in savings of approximately 1,512 units
per month. |
|
Optimization of peripheral lighting
- resulting in savings of approximately 1,227 units per month. |
|
Optimisation of air-conditioning
systems in testing laboratories based on application and usage - resulting in savings of
approximately 850 units per month. |
|
Switching off machine conveyors
during idle periods - resulting in savings of approximately 2,160 units per month. |
|
Change in the paint jig stripping
process from hot stripping to ambient stripping technology - resulting in savings of
approximately 68,212 units per month. |
|
These initiatives not only contribute to
reducing electricity consumption and related costs but also support the Company's
commitment to sustainable operations. |
|
B.Water Conservation: |
|
The Company also undertook measures for
conservation and efficient utilisation of water, including: |
|
Utilisation of approximately
3,047.47 KL of pond/rainwater; and |
|
Utilisation of approximately 36,993
KL of recycled water. |
|
Proposed measures for the financial year
2026-27: |
|
The Company proposes to undertake the
following measures during FY 2026-27 to further improve energy efficiency and increase the
use of renewable energy: |
|
Green Energy Sourcing: The Company
is committed to sustainability and is targeting to meet 75% of its total energy
requirements through green energy purchases during FY 2026-27 This is expected to reduce
dependency on fossil fuels and lower the Company's overall carbon footprint. |
|
Closed-Loop VFD Automation:
Implementation of a closed-loop Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) control system for 24x7
operating pumps in the Paint Shop to optimise energy usage, with an estimated annual
saving of approximately 96,000 kWh of electricity. |
|
Energy-Efficient Equipment
Procurement: Optimisation of machine specifications at the procurement stage to ensure
reduced specific energy consumption, thereby contributing to long-term operational
efficiency and sustainability. |
| (ii) the steps taken by the company for
utilizing alternate sources of energy. |
The Company commenced procurement of green
energy from June 2025. During FY 2025-26, the Company utilised 5,819,896 units of green
energy, sourced from wind energy, as part of its efforts to increase the use of renewable
sources of energy and reduce its carbon footprint. |
| (iii) the capital investment on energy
conservation equipment's |
Nil |
A. Technology Absorption:
|
Developed and advanced 46-series
LFP and NMC cell platforms for automotive applications, covering cell chemistry, cell
design, electrolyte, electrode architecture, lifecycle and safety validation. |
|
Progressed the LFP 46160 platform
from design and prototype development through DVP and certification towards product
industrialisation. |
|
Advanced high-energy and high-power
NMC technologies with focus on higher energy density, fast charging, cycle life and low-
temperature performance. |
| (i) the effort made towards technology
absorption |
Developed proprietary dry-electrode
technology for LFP and NMC and progressed its transfer from BIC to Gigafactory-scale
manufacturing. |
|
Built in-house capability for LFP
cathode material development and localisation, along with qualification of graphite,
separator, foils, conductive materials and mechanical components. |
|
Strengthened the Company's
proprietary intellectual property portfolio with over 428 patent filings covering cell
chemistry, electrode materials, cell architecture, manufacturing processes, safety
systems, current collectors, grading/sorting and advanced surface-engineering
technologies. |
| (ii) the benefits derived like product
improvement cost reduction product development or import substitution |
Reduced dependence on imported
cells and externally developed cell technologies. |
|
Developed proprietary Indian
know-how across cell design, materials and manufacturing. |
|
Accelerated BIC-to-Gigafactory
technology transfer and product industrialisation. |
|
Improved cell cost, performance,
lifecycle, safety and fast-charging capabilities. |
|
Increased localisation and
supported import substitution across the cell value chain. |
(iii) in case of imported technology (important during the last three
years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year)
|
|
|
| a. the details of technology imported |
Nil |
|
| b. the year of import; |
Nil |
|
| c. whether the technology has been fully
absorbed |
Nil |
|
| d. if not fully absorbed, areas where
absorption has |
Nil |
|
| e. not taken place, and the reasons thereof |
Nil |
|
| (iv) the expenditure incurred on Research and
Development |
Standalone (INR Lakhs) 1,066 |
Consolidated (INR Lakhs) 46100 |
A. FOREIGN EXCHANGE ACTUAL EARNINGS AND OUTGO:
|
|
(Rsin Crores) |
Nature |
FY 2025-26 |
FY 2024-25 |
The Foreign Exchange earned in
terms of actual in-flows |
Nil |
Nil |
The Foreign Exchange outgo in
terms of actual out-flows |
2.03 |
28.80 |
27. STATUTORY DISCLOSURES:
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING FINANCIAL POSITION
BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR AND DATE OF THE REPORT, IF ANY: There have been no
material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company between
the end of the financial year,
i.e., March 31, 2026, and the date of this report.
During the said period, the Company has following events which may have
an impact on its financial position. The details of the same, to the extent material, are
as follows:
(a) Subsequent to the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the
Company received a Show Cause Notice ("SCN") dated April 10, 2026 from the
Securities and Exchange Board of India ("SEBI") in relation to certain
disclosures concerning the expansion of the Company's sales and service network, variance
between the number of vehicles sold as reported in certain press announcements and product
delivery timelines in relation to the Company's Roadster range. After considering the
matter and based on legal advice received, the Parties, with a view to achieving an
expeditious and efficient resolution of the proceedings filed a settlement application
with SEBI, under the applicable SEBI settlement mechanism. The
settlement application has been made without admission or denial of the facts or legal
conclusions contained in the proceedings and does not constitute an admission of any
liability or wrongdoing by the Company. As on the date of this Report, the settlement
proceedings are ongoing and no final order or determination in respect of the aforesaid
proceedings has been passed as on the date of this Report. The Company continues to
cooperate with SEBI and will make such further disclosures as may be required under
applicable laws and regulations.
(b) Subsequent to the financial year ended March 31, 2026, the
Company's subsidiary, Ola Electric Technologies Private Limited (OET), had certain
commercial disputes with three vendors and initiated appropriate arbitration proceedings
in respect thereof. However, the vendors did not participate in arbitration and approached
Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Bangalore ("NCLT"), by filing petitions
under Section 9 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. The said proceedings are
presently pending before the Hon'ble NCLT and are being contested by OET.
The aforesaid matters are being appropriately monitored by the Company,
and the impact, if any, of such matters on the financial position of the Company will be
assessed and accounted for in accordance with the applicable accounting standards and
regulatory requirements.
DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE
REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS IMPACTING THE GOING CONCERN STATUS AND COMPANY'S
OPERATIONS IN FUTURE:
There were no significant or material orders passed by any regulators,
courts, or tribunals during the financial year that would impact the going concern status
or the operations of the Company in the future.
DOWNSTREAM INVESTMENT: During the financial year under review,
the Company did not undertake any downstream investment requiring reporting under the
applicable provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 and the rules and
regulations made thereunder.
DISCLOSURE UNDER SECTION 67(3) OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013:
During the year under review, there were no instances of non-exercising of voting rights
in respect of shares purchased directly by employees under a scheme pursuant to Section
67(3) of the Act read with Rule 16(4) of Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules,
2014.
DISCLOSURE WITH RESPECT TO REMUNERATION
DRAWN BY MANAGING DIRECTOR/ WHOLE-TIME DIRECTOR FROM HOLDING/
SUBSIDIARY COMPANY UNDER SECTION OF 197(14) OF THE ACT: The
Managing Director of the Company does not draw any remuneration from
any of the subsidiary(s) of the Company.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT: In terms of the
provisions of Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, a detailed analysis of your
Company's performance is discussed in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report is
annexed as Annexure VII, forming part of this Annual Report.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT: The Company has complied with the
applicable provisions of the Act and the SEBI Listing Regulations with respect to
corporate governance. A detailed report on corporate governance is annexed as Annexure
VIII, forming part of this Annual Report.
DETAILS OF APPLICATION MADE OR ANY PENDING PROCEEDINGS UNDER THE
INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE, 2016 DURING THE YEAR ALONG WITH THEIR STATUS AS THE END OF
THE FINANCIAL YEAR: During the financial year under review, there was no application made
or proceeding
pending against the Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code,
2016 during the year under review.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS:
In accordance with Section 118 of the Act, the Company has complied
with the applicable provisions of Secretarial Standard-1 (Meetings of the Board of
Directors) and Secretarial Standard-2 (General Meetings), as issued by the Institute of
Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) and notified by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.
REVISION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND BOARD REPORT: During the
year under review, there was no revision in the financial statements or the Board's Report
of the Company.
THE DETAILS OF THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE AMOUNT OF VALUATION
DONE AT THE TIME OF ONE-TIME SETTLEMENT AND THE VALUATION DONE WHILE TAKING A LOAN FROM
THE BANK OR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ALONG WITH THE REASON THEREOF: During the year under
review, no one-time settlement with any bank or financial institution was undertaken.
Accordingly, the disclosure regarding differences in valuation at the time of one-time
settlement and at the time of availing loans is not applicable
DISCLOSURE WITH RESPECT TO DEMAT SUSPENSE/ UNCLAIMED SUSPENSE
ACCOUNT: The Company does not maintain any Demat Suspense/ Unclaimed Suspense Account and
accordingly the disclosure pertaining as required under Schedule V Para F of SEBI Listing
Regulations is not applicable to the Company for the period under review
28. EVENTS OCCURRING POST CLOSURE OF FINANCIAL YEAR AND UP TO THE DATE
OF THE REPORT:
In furtherance of the above disclosures, the following event has
occurred after the closure of financial year and up to the date of this report:
(a) Capital Raising through Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP):
The Company, pursuant to the approval of its Board of Directors and
shareholders, undertook a Qualified Institutions Placement ("QIP") in accordance
with Chapter VI of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Issue of Capital and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, as amended, and Section 42 of the Companies
Act, 2013.
Pursuant to the aforesaid approvals, the Fund Raising Committee of the
Board, at its meeting held on June 4, 2026, approved the issuance and allotment
of 217,578,428 equity shares of face value of INR10 each at an issue
price of INR 35.86 per equity share (including a premium of INR 25.86 per equity share),
aggregating to INR 7,802,362,428.08 (Indian Rupees Seven Hundred Eighty Crore Twenty-Three
Lakh Sixty-Two Thousand Four Hundred Twenty-Eight and Eight Paise only).
Consequent to the aforesaid allotment, the paid-up equity share capital
of the Company stands increased from INR 4410,82,98,850/- (Indian Rupees Four Thousand
Four Hundred Ten Crore Eighty-Two Lakh Ninety-Eight Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty only),
comprising 441,08,29,885 equity shares of Rs10/- each, to INR 4,628,40,83,130/- (Indian
Rupees Four Thousand Six Hundred Twenty-Eight Crore Forty Lakh Eighty-Three Thousand One
Hundred Thirty only), comprising 462,84,08,313 equity shares of f10/- each.
The proceeds from the QIP will be utilised towards
repayment/prepayment, in part or in full, of certain outstanding borrowings availed by the
Company and its material subsidiaries, expenditure incurred in relation to the Company's
organic growth initiatives and general corporate purposes, as outlined in the Placement
Document.
29. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Your directors express their heartfelt gratitude to the members,
customers, suppliers, bankers, Stock Exchange(s), government and all other stakeholders
for their continuous support to the Company and their confidence in its Management. The
directors would also like to convey its appreciation to the employees at all levels for
their significant contribution towards the Company's performance.
| For and on behalf of the Board |
| Sd/- |
| Bhavish Aggarwal |
| Chairman and Managing Director |
| DIN: 03287473 |
| Date: 05 September 2026 |
| Place: Bengaluru |
| Annexure III |
|