Dear Members,
Your Your Directors are pleased to presentthe 42nd Annual Report and the Audited
Financial Statements of your Company forthe Financial Year ended 31 st March, 2025.
The Compan/sfinancial performance forthe year ended 31 st March, 2025 is summarized
below.
(? in lacs)
Particulars |
FY 202425 |
FY 202324 |
Revenue from Operations |
36758.75 |
33245.16 |
Other Income |
69.43 |
16.04 |
Total Revenue |
36,828.18 |
33,261.20 |
Profit |
|
|
Profit before Interest Depreciation and Taxation |
2,797.64 |
2,752.30 |
Less: Interest |
866.67 |
800.44 |
Less: Depreciation |
535.02 |
492.76 |
Profit before Exceptional items and Tax |
1,395.95 |
1,459.10 |
Add: Exceptional items |
|
|
Profit before Tax |
1,395.95 |
1459.10 |
Less: Provision for Tax (including deferred tax |
474.50 |
366.18 |
Profit after Tax |
921.45 |
1,092.92 |
We are happy to share that your company achieved revenue of ? 36,828.18 lacs and Net
Profit of ? 921.45 lacs. With continued focus on building stronger distribution, digital
initiatives and entry into new areas, Bambino Agro delivered a strong revenue growth. Your
company's growth is higher than the industry's average growth. Company is well positioned,
with a strong team, technological interventions and robust processes to address the
envisioned emerging changes in the evergrowing Indian FMCG markets.
Business Review
Your Company has not changed nature of its business during the period under review and
continues to report results under single division.
Credit Rating
a. Credit rating obtained by the company: |
In respect of credit / bank facilities of the Company |
b. Name of the credit rating agency: |
Informatics Valuation and Rating Limited |
c. Ratings |
Long term Rating: IVR BBB; Stable (IVR Triple B Minus with Stable
outlook) |
d. Date on which the credit rating was obtained: |
4th March, 2025 (valid up to 2nd March, 2026) |
e. Revision in the credit rating |
During the period under review the credit rating has been revised and
upgraded in Longterm review from BB+ to BBB. |
f. Reasons provided by the rating agency for a downward revision: |
Not Applicable |
Quality Assurance:
In the current year, your Company has remained focused on delivering strong value to
consumers and customers by strengthening its quality assurance practices from wheat
procurement to the final product The Quality department has played a key role in building
a strong quality culture across the organization. With a focus on operational efficiency,
consistency and customer satisfaction, with advanced testing methods and facilities and
promoted a work culture driven by speed, accuracy and transparency. Efforts are also
underway to digitalize key quality activities.
The Company continues to maintain a wide range of globally recognized certifications,
including ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management System), Certificate no. 79523/A/0001
/UK/En.
Transfer to Reserves
Your Company proposes to retain ? 46.07 (in Lacs) in the Statement of Profit and Loss
and not transfer it to the General Reserve.
Dividend
The Board of Directors of the Company at their meeting held on 21st May, 2025
recommended a dividend of ?1.60/ per equity share (16% of face value of Re. 10/). The said
dividend, if approved, will absorb a sum of ? 1,28,14,000/and paid to the eligible equity
shareholders.
In view of the change made under the Income Tax Act, 1961, by the Finance Act 2020,
dividends paid or distributed by the company shall be taxable in the hands of the
shareholders. Accordingly, your Company will pay Dividend after deducting the tax at
source.
Transfer of UnClaimed Dividends and Shares
Pursuant to Section 124(5) of the Companies Act 2013 read with the Investor Education
and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016 as
amended from time to time the unclaimed/ unpaid dividend amount of Rs. 10,12,178 / (Rupees
Ten Lacs Twelve Thousand One Hundred and Seventy Eight Only) for the FY 201617 was
transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund in the month of May, 2025.
In compliance with the provisions of Section 124 of the Companies Act 2013, the Company
has transferred 41,685(fortyone thousand sixhundred andeightyfive) equity shares belonging
to, 315,Members to Investor Education and Protection fund Authority (IEPF) Vide Corporate
Action to Demat account of IEPF Authority dated 16th May, 2025, of those members who have
not claimed the dividends for a continuous period of 7 years.
Pursuant to Section 124(5) of the Companies Act 2013 [Section 205C (2) ofthe Companies
Act 19561 read with the Investor Education and Protection Fund (awareness and protection
of Investors) Rules, 2001 as amended from time to time the unclaimed/unpaid dividend and
the shares thereof pertaining for the financial year 201718 shall be transferred to the
Investor Education and Protection Fund during the financial year 202526.
The information in respect of unclaimed/unpaid dividend & shares thereto and the
last date for claiming the dividend are given below.
SR. No. Financial Year |
Dividend Declaration Date |
Dividend Transfer Due Date |
1 20172018 |
27th September, 2018 |
3rd November, 2025 |
2 20182019 |
30th September, 2019 |
6th December, 2026 |
3 20192020 |
30th December, 2020 |
4th February, 2028 |
4 20202021 |
29th December, 2021 |
3rd February, 2029 |
5 20212022 |
29th December, 2022 |
3rd February, 2030 |
6 20222023 |
29th September, 2023 |
5th December, 2031 |
7 20232024 |
26th December, 2024 |
29th February, 2032 |
The voting rights on these shares shall remain frozen till the rightful owners claim
them. The Company sends reminders to saidMembers before transferring theirshares to IEPF
as perthe applicable provisions.
The Members whose shares are transferred to IEPF shall claim the dividends and shares
from IEPF by submitting an online application in the prescribed eForm no. IEPF5 available
on the website www.iepf.gov.in.
Mrs. Sweety Rai is the Nodal Officer appointed by the Company underthe provisions of
IEPF.
Share Capital
The paidup share capital of the Company as on 31 st March, 2025 is ? 800.88 lacs.
Buy Back of shares
The Company has not bought back any of its shares during the Financial Year ended 31 st
March, 2025.
Material changes and commitments affecting financial position between the end of the
financial year and date of report
There are no material changes and commitments affecting financial position of the
company, which occurred afterthe end ofthe financial year i.e. 31 st March, 2025.
Deposits
During the FY 202425, your Company has neither accepted nor has any outstanding
deposits received from the public within the meaning of Section 2(31) and ChapterV ofthe
Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 2(1) (c) of the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits)
Rules, 2014 and as such there are no such overdue deposits outstanding as on 31 st March,
2025.
Particulars of Loans, Guarantees and Investments
Loans: During the financial year 202425, your Company has not given any loans to
any persons or body corporates as covered underSection 186 ofthe Companies Act 2013 and
Schedule V ofthe SEBI (LODR) Regulation, 2015.
Guarantees: The details of Guarantees given by Company are given in the notes to
the financial statements.
Investments: The details of investments made by Company are in "Notes to
Accounts".
Particulars of Contracts or Arrangements made with Related Parties
Your Company has a policy on "Materiality of Related Party Transaction and dealing
with related party transactions" to ensure proper approval and reporting of
transactions between the Company and its Related
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Parties. The Policy is available on the Company's website. As perSection 188 of the
Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder, as amended from time to time and as per the
Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transaction and on dealing with related party
transactions, the particulars of contracts/ arrangements during the financial year ended
31st March, 2025 in prescribed Form AOC2 is annexed asAnnexure1. Further, there are no
materially significant related party transactions entered by the Company during the year
under review with Promoters, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and their relatives,
which may have potential conflict with interest of the shareholders and the company.
The company has complied with the regulation 23 and other applicable regulations of the
Listing Regulations with respect to the related party transactions. The related party
transactions were approved/ratified as the case may be, by the Audit Committee of the
Board and also placed before the Board as required under the listing regulations and the
Companies Act 2013. All related party transactions entered during the year were in
accordance to the Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transaction (RPT) and on dealing
with related party transactions, in the ordinary course of business and at arm's length
basis and there were no material related party transactions entered during the year.
Details of the related party transactions entered during the year are made part of the
financial statements forming part of this Annual Report as per the applicable accounting
standards under Notes to Accounts of the Audited Financial Report
Auditors' & Auditor's Report Statutory Auditors
As per Section 139 of the Companies Act 2013 ('the Act), read with the Companies (Audit
and Auditors) Rules, 2014, the Members approved the appointment of M/s. PRV Associates,
Chartered Accountants (FRN: 006447S), as Statutory Auditors of for a term of 5 years in
the 39th Annual General Meeting held in the 2022. The term of said appointment will be
from the conclusion of 39th Annual General Meeting to the conclusion of the44th Annual
General Meeting.
Secretarial Auditors and Secretarial Standards
The Secretarial Audit was carried out by M/s. C Gorak & Co. Practicing Company
Secretary (CP No. 11346) for the financial year 202425. The report issued by the
secretarial auditor dated 28th August 2025 (UDIN: F009628G001097429) is annexed as
Annexure4 and forms integral part of the Board's Report There has not been any
disqualification, reservation or adverse remark in their Report
In terms of Regulation 24(A) of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulation, 2015 as amended from time to time, the Company has obtained the Secretarial
Compliance certificate from M/s. C. Gorak & Co. Practicing Company Secretary
and the same was also intimated to the Stock Exchanges where the shares of the Company are
listed.
Further, your Directors in their meeting held on 28th August 2025, appointed M/s. C.
Gorak & Co. Practicing Company Secretary as Secretarial Auditor of the Company for a
period of five (5) one term, commencing from the conclusion of this AGM.
Accordingly, a resolution has been proposed by the Board in this notice.
Reconciliation of Share Capital Audit
Pursuant to Regulation 76 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Depositories
and Participants) Regulations, 2018, quarterly audit of the Company's share capital is
being carried out by a Practicing Company Secretary to reconcile the total share capital
admitted with NSDLand CDSLand held in physical form, with the issued and listed capital of
the Company. The Practicing Company Secretary's Certificate in regard to the same is
submitted to Stock Exchanges and is also placed before the Board of Directors.
Internal Audit & Control Systems
Internal audit and control systems play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and
effective operation of
organizations across various sectors, internal audit refers to the independent and
objective examination of an organization's activities, processes and controls to assess
their adequacy, reliability and compliance with relevant laws, regulations and internal
policies. The primary objective of internal audit is to provide assurance to managementand
stakeholders that risks are identified and mitigated appropriately.
Internal audit encompasses a wide range of activities, including evaluating the
effectiveness of internal controls, identifying areas of improvement assessing operational
efficiency, detecting fraud and irregularities and ensuring compliance with legal and
regulatory requirements. By conducting regular audits, internal auditors help organization
identify potential weaknesses in their systems and processes, allowing management to take
proactive measures to address them.
Control systems, on the other hand, refer to the policies, procedures and practices put
in place by management to safeguard assets, ensure accurate financial reporting and
promote operational efficiency. These control systems aim to mitigate risks and provide
reasonable assurance that the organization's objectives are achieved.
The internal audit function is responsible for evaluating the design and effectiveness
of these control systems. Internal auditors assess whether the controls are properly
designed to mitigate risks and whether they are operating effectively in practice. They
conduct tests and reviews to identify control gaps, weaknesses, or deviations from
established policies and procedures. Based on their findings, they provide recommendations
to management for enhancing controls and improving processes, thus helping the
organization operate in a more efficient and riskaware manner.
Your Company has an Audit Committee consisting of Three NonExecutive Independent
Directors. All members of audit committee are financially literate and the Committee is
chaired by the NonExecutive Independent Director. The Audit Committee of the Board of
Directors and Statutory Auditors are periodically apprised of the internal audit findings
and corrective actions taken. The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors reviews the
adequacy and effectiveness of internal control system and suggests improvements if any for
strengthening them Your Company has a robust Management Information System which is an
integral part of the control mechanism.
Your Company has a wellbuilt structure for the Internal Audit The Company has appointed
external firms of Chartered Accountants as internal auditors to conduct internal audit and
to review internal controls and operating systems and procedures as perthe scope of the
audit The Board of Directors on recommendation of the Audit Committee appoints/ reappoints
the Internal Auditors every year in compliance with Section 138 of the Act read with the
Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
Internal auditors carry out the audit as perthe Scope of Internal Audit approved by the
Audit Committee at the beginning of each financial year keeping in view of the audit
observations ofthe previous year.
Depending on the size ofthe units to be audited the internal audit is conducted at
monthly, quarterly and half yearly intervals whereas the Registered Office operations are
subjected to internal audit
The Internal Audit Reports ofthe company were reviewed by the Audit Committee on
monthly, quarterly and half yearly basis The Internal Auditors send the quarterly audit
observations to the Company and the same were presented quarterly by the lead internal
auditor ofthe Company to the Audit Committee. The name of Internal Auditor appointed by
the Board on the recommendation ofthe Audit Committee ofthe Board for the FY 202526 is
provided in the corporate information section in the Annual Report
Declaration as per Section 134(3) (ca) ofthe Companies Act 2013
During the year, the auditors have not reported any instances of frauds committed by or
against the Company by its Directors/ Officers/ Employees to the Audit Committee or Board
under section 143(12) ofthe Companies Act 2013 and rules made thereof. Therefore no detail
is required to be disclosed under Section 134 (3) (ca) of the Act
Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)
The Company has adopted Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) with effect from 1 st
April, 2017 pursuant to Ministry of Corporate Affairs' notification of the Companies
(Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015. The financial statements of the Company,
forming part of the Annual Report, have been prepared and presented in accordance with all
the material aspects of the Indian Accounting Standards Clnd AS') as notified under
section 133 of the Companies Act 2013 read with the Companies (Indian Accounting
Standards) Rules 2015 (by Ministry of Corporate Affairs ('MCA')) and Regulation 33 of SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulation, 2015 as amended and relevant
amendment rules issued thereafter and guidelines issued by the Securities Exchange Board
of India ("SEBI"). There was no revision of Financial Statements and Board
Reports during the year under review.
Board Diversity
The composition of the Board is in compliance with the prescribed structure for listed
companies and with the Company's Board Diversity Policy.The Policy is available on the
website: www.bambinoagro.corrolnvestonpolicy.
During the year202425 the Board comprised of six eminent personalities with expertise
from various fields.The Board is comprised of two male Nonexecutive Independent directors,
one female Nonexecutive Independent director, two male Executive Director and a female
Chairperson & Managing Director.
A Board with diversified experience is an essential factor for the company's overall
growth which exclusively Includes viz. Enhanced decisionmaking, improved corporate
governance, increased creativity and innovation, Enhanced problemsolving, Better
understanding of customers and markets, Improved reputation and stakeholdertrust,
Mitigation of biases etc.
Keeping in view of the above the nomination of Directors in the Board is recommended by
the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board based on the following guiding
principles:
The company aims for a balanced Board composition, ensuring diversity in gender,
ethnicity, physical ability, education and expertise.
Gender diversity is encouraged, with at least one woman independent director required
by the Companies Act 2013.
Ethnic diversity is promoted to enhance business understanding and decisionmaking.
No discrimination is made against individuals with physical disabilities if they can
perform their duties effectively.
Directors should have varied educational backgrounds in finance, engineering, legal and
management fields.
The Board values expertise in sales and marketing, particularly in consumer goods,
branding and market growth strategies.
Information technology expertise is essential, focusing on technological trends,
innovation and digital governance.
Directors with international business experience are preferred to guide companies with
global operations.
The Board collectively brings experience across industries, education, policy and
investment for better governance.
Overall, the company ensures an inclusive and competent Board to drive its strategic
objectives effectively.
Declaration from Directors
Your Company has received necessary declaration from all Directors stating that they
are not debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as Directors of
companies as per the Securities and Exchange
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Board of India, Reserve Bank of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such other
Statutory Authority.
Your Company also received necessary declaration from each independent director stating
that they met the criteria prescribed for independence under Section 149 of the Companies
Act, 2013 and Regulation 25 ofSEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and the Board has confirmed its veracity and taken the
same on record.
Confirmation and Opinion of the Board on Independent Directors.
All the Independent Directors of the Company have given their respective declaration /
disclosures under Section 149(7) of the Companies Act 2013 ("the Act") and
Regulation 25(8) of the Listing Regulations and have confirmed that they fulfill the
independence criteria as specified under section 149(6) of the Actand Regulation 16 of the
Listing Regulations and have also confirmed that they are not aware of any circumstance or
situation, which exist or may be reasonably anticipated, that could impair or impact their
ability to discharge their duties with an objective independent judgment and without any
external influence. Further, the Board after taking these declarations / disclosures on
record and acknowledging the veracity of the same concluded that the Independent Directors
are persons of integrity and possess the relevant expertise and experience to qualify as
Independent Directors ofthe Company and are Independent of the Management
Board Evaluation
As per the provisions ofthe Companies Act 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as amended from time to time the Nomination
and Remuneration Committee laid down criteria for performance evaluation of individual
director, the board and its committee(s).
Accordingly, an annual evaluation was carried out for the Board's performance, its
Committees and individual director. The Board performance evaluation is carried out
through a structured questionnaire which provides a clear and valuable feedback for Board
effectiveness and highlighting areas for further development The following are some ofthe
broad issues that are considered in performance evaluation questionnaire
Evaluating the board member's understanding ofthe organization's mission, vision and
strategic goals, as well as their ability to provide strategic guidance and direction.
Ability to act on a fully informed basis, in good faith, with due diligence and in the
best interest ofthe company and the stakeholders.
Optimum combination of knowledge, skill, experience and diversity on the Board as well
as its Committees.
Relationships and effective communication among the Board members.
Effectiveness of individual nonexecutive and executive directors and Committees of
Board.
Quality ofthe discussions, general information provided on the company and its
performance, papers and Presentations to the Board.
Risk management as well as processes for identifying and reviewing risks.
Well defined mandate and terms of reference of Committee.
Attendance at Board as well as Committee Meetings
Procurement of Information, preparation for Board Meetings and value of contribution at
meetings
Relationships with fellow Board members, the company secretary and senior management
and mutual trust and respect they stimulated withinthe Board.
Keeping update with the latest developments in the areas of governance and financial
reporting
Willingness to devote time and effortto understand the company and its business
Providing necessary guidance using Their knowledge and experience in development of
corporate strategy, major plans of action, risk policy and setting performance objectives.
Independence exercised in taking decisions, listening to views of others and
maintaining their views with resolute attitude
Ability in assisting the Company in implementing the best corporate governance
practices.
Capability in exercising independent judgmentto tasks where there is potential conflict
of interest
Commitment in fulfilling the director's obligations fiduciary responsibilities.
Providing an overall assessment of the board member's contribution to the effectiveness
of the board in fulfilling its governance responsibilities and advancing the
organization's mission and objectives.
The Board of Directors received all evaluations from each Directorinduding Board as a
whole and its committee based on the above criteria discussed various points and all
points are satisfactory. Hence, no further action is required. There were no actions
pending from the previous year observations.
In orderto improve the efficiency, ensure confidentiality and streamlining the
evaluation process, the Company with approval of the Nomination and Remuneration
Committee, has implemented a Board Evaluation Solution for carrying outthe Board
Evaluation as on 31 st March, 2025.
Appointment/ReAppointment of Directors
During the year under review, the approval of members through special resolution was
taken on 26th December, 2024, for the appointment of Mrs. T. V. Hymavathi (DIN: 10783209)
Non Executive Independent Woman and Mr. Anu Appaiah K A (DIN: 09064176) as Non Executive
Independent Director of the Company for first term with effect from 27th September, 2024,
to 26th September, 2029; and for the reappointment of Mr. Ramchander Vyasabhattu (DIN:
03400005) as Non Executive Independent Director of the Company for final term with effect
13th February, 2025 to 12th February, 2030.
The Board in the meeting held on 30th June, 2025, has approved that appointment of Mrs.
Namratha Vippala (DIN : 07775207) as an Additional Director w.e.f. 30th June, 2025, as
recommended by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee ofthe Board.
The Board in the said meeting has also approved the appointment of Mrs. Namratha
Vippala (DIN: 07775207) as Additional DirectoKExecutive) w.e.f. 30th June, 2025, to hold
office for a tenure of 5 consecutive years reckoned from the date of appointment, subject
to the approval of shareholders.
Retirements and Resignations
During the year Mr. Prabhnoor Singh Grewal, whole time director ofthe company has
stepped down from the Board dated 31 st March, 2025.
During the year Dr. Lalitha Ramakrishna Gowda and Dr. Venkataraman Subramaniam retired
as an Independent director due to completion of Second & Final term of appointment
w.e.f 29th September, 2024.
In terms ofthe provisions of Section 152 ofthe Companies Act 2013 and rules made
thereunder Mr. Srinivasa Rao Kothapalli, Executive Director, is retiring by rotation from
the conclusion of forthcoming AGM and being eligible, offered himself for reappointment as
a Director. The notice for the AGM provides for consideration of reappointment of Mr.
Srinivasa Rao Kothapalli.
Meeting of Independent Directors
Separate meetings of the Independent Directors was held on 13th February, 2025,
interalia, to discuss evaluation of the performance of Non Independent Directors, the
Board as a whole, evaluation of the performance of the Chairperson, taking into account
the views of the Executive and NonExecutive Directors and the evaluation ofthe quality,
content and timeliness of 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 satisfaction with the overall performance of
the Directors and the Board as a whole.
Registration of Independent Directors in Independent Directors Databank:
All the Independent Directors of your Company have been registered and are members of
Independent Directors Databank maintained by the Indian Institute ofCorporate Affairs
(MCA).
Familiarization programmes imparted to Independent Directors
Every new independent director of the Board attends an orientation program. To
familiarize the new inductees with the strategy, operations and functions of your Company,
the Executive Directors/Senior Managerial Personnel make brief to the inductees about the
Company's strategy, operations, product and service offerings, markets, organization
structure, quality and risk management etc
Code of Conduct
Board of Directors adopts and oversees the administration of the Company's Code of
Business Conduct and Ethics (the 'Code of Conduct'), which applies to all Directors,
officers and employees ofthe company. The Code of Conduct reflects the Company's
commitment to do business with integrity and in full compliance with the law and provides
a general roadmap for all the Directors, officers and employees to follow as they perform
their day today responsibilities with the highest ethical standards. The Directors and the
senior management personnel have submitted annual declarations regarding adherence to the
code of conduct
The code of conduct also ensures that all members of company perform their duties in
compliance with applicable laws and in a manner that is respectful of each other and the
company's relationships with its customers, suppliers and shareholders, as well as the
communities and regulatory bodies where the company does business.
Key Managerial Personnel
During the year under review, the Company is having the following persons as Key
Managerial Personnel.
Name ofthe Official |
DIN/M. No. |
Designation |
Mr. Myadam Shirisha Raghuveer |
07906214 |
Chairperson & Managing Director |
Mr. Srinivasa Rao Kothapalli |
10198629 |
Executive Director |
Mr. Prabhnoor Singh Grewal* |
09217422 |
Whole Time Director ( up to 31st March, 2025) |
Mrs Namratha Vippala |
07775207 |
Chief Executive Officer and Additional Director (Executive) (Appointed
as an Additional Director from 30th June, 2025 |
Mr. Revoori Jithender Reddy |
ALDPR7543P |
Chief Financial Officer (w.e.f 14th August 2024) |
Mrs Sweety Rai |
ACS31 513 |
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer (w.e.f 14th ugust 2024) |
*Mr. Prabhnoor Singh Grewal has resigned from the services w.e.f. 31st March, 2025.
Remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management
The remuneration paid to the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management
is in accordance with the Nomination and Remuneration Policy formulated in accordance with
Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 ofthe Listing Regulations.
The information required under Section 197 ofthe Act read with Companies (Appointment
and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 in respect of Directors/ employees
ofthe Company is set out in the Annexure 2 [A&Bl to this report
Committees ofthe Board
The Committees of the Board focus on certain specific areas and make informed decisions
in line with the delegated authority.
The following Committees constituted by the Board function according to their
respective roles and defined scope:
*:Audit Committee
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
During the Year under review, the Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration
Committee, Stakeholders' Relationship Committee and Corporate Social Responsibility
Committee ofthe Board were reconstituted w.e.f. 27th September, 2024.
A detailed note on the Board and its committees is provided underthe Corporate
Governance Report section in this Annual Report The composition ofthe committees and
compliances, as perthe applicable provisions of the Act and Rules, are as follows:
Name of the Committee |
Composition ofthe Committee as on 31st March, 2025 |
Highlights of roles and responsibilities |
Audit committee |
Mr. Ramchander Vyasabhattu (0 Dr. Anu Appaiah KA (M) Dr. T.V. Hymavathi
(M) Ms. Myadam Shirisha Raghuveer (M) |
All recommendations made by the audit committee during the year were
accepted by the Board. Reviewing, with the management the quarterly financial statements
before submission to the Board for approval. Approval or any subsequent modification of
transactions ofthe Company with related parties. Reviewing, with the management the
performance of statutory auditors and internal auditors, adequacy of internal control
systems, etc |
Name ofthe Committee |
Composition of the Committee as on 31st March, 2025 |
Highlights of roles and responsibilities |
Nomination & Remuneration Committee |
Dr. Anu Appaiah KA (C) Dr. T.V. Hymavathi (M) Mr. Ramchander Vyasabhattu
(M) |
The committee oversees and administers executive compensation, operating
under a written charter adopted by our Board of Directors. The nomination and remuneration
committee has framed the nomination and remuneration policy |
Stakeholders Relationship Committee |
Dr. Anu Appaiah KA (C) Ms. Myadam Shirisha Raghuveer (M) Mr. Ramchander
Vyasabhattu (M) |
The committee reviews and ensures redressal of investor grievances. The
committee noted that all the grievances ofthe investors have been resolved during the
year. |
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee |
Dr. Dr. T.V. Hymavathi (C) Dr. Anu Appaiah KA (M) Ms. Myadam Shirisha
Raghuveer (M) |
To formulate and recommend to the Board, a Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) Policy indicating activities to be undertaken by the Company in
compliance with provisions of the Companies Act 2013 and rules made there under. To
monitor the implementation of the CSR Policy ofthe Company from time to time |
*C: Chairperson, M: Member
CEO & CFO Certification
As per the terms of Regulation 17(8) of the SEBI (Listing Obligation & Disclosure
Requirements) Regulation, 2015, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer
submitted 'Annual Compliance Certificate on financial reporting and internal controls' to
the Board. As perthe terms of Regulation 33(2) (a) ofthe SEBI (Listing Obligation &
Disclosure Requirements) Regulation, 2015, they also submitted the 'Quarterly Compliance
Certif cate on financial results'during the meetings for approval offinancial results,A
These certificates are a part of this Annual Report
Compliance Management
The Company has built and adopted a compliance management tool as a part of the ERP.
The application provides a facility to update statutory compliances from time to time by
attaching the evidence of compliance. The tool also provides systemdriven alerts to the
respective personnel ofthe company for complying with the applicable laws and regulations
as per the due dates for compliance. The Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer
of the Company present a certificate certifying the compliance of all the applicable laws,
rules and
regulations to the Board of Directors of the company in the Board Meetings held for
reviewing of the quarterly financial statements.
Prevention of InsiderTrading Code
As perSEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation, 2015 as amended from time to
time, the Company has adopted a Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitoring & Reporting
ofTrading by Insiders.
The company has adopted a code of conduct for prohibition of insider trading to
regulate, monitor and report trading by insider under SEBI (Prohibition of InsiderTrading)
Regulations, 2015. This policy also includes practices and procedure for fair disclosures
of unpublished price sensitive information, initial and continual disclosures. The policy
is available on website ofthe Company (www.bambinoagro.com).
Investor Grievance Redressal and Shareholder Services:
Investor complaints received via email, telephone, or in physical form are addressed
and resolved promptly, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to fairness,
transparency and building investor trust Grievances ofthe security holdersincluding
those related to transfer or transmission of shares, nonreceipt ofthe annual report
nonreceipt of declared dividends, issuance of new or duplicate share certificates, matters
concerning general meetings and other related issue are handled without delay.
The Company also ensures through the assistance from its Registrar and Share Transfer
Agent (KFin Technologies Limited) that requests for issuance of duplicate share
certificates are processed efficiently and in strict compliance with applicable regulatory
guidelines. Additionally, it facilitates requests for change in beneficial ownership
through a streamlined and transparent process, ensuring smooth and timely execution.
The details of complaints and service requests received and resolved during the
Financial Year 202425 are provided in the Corporate Governance Report
.I** Particulars No. |
Opening |
Received |
Resolved |
Pending |
1. Complaints from SEBI |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
2. Complaints from Stock Exchanges |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
3. Non receipt of dividend warrants |
0 |
3 |
3 |
0 |
4. Non receipt of Annual Reports |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
5. Non receipt of dup/transmission/ deletion of share certificates |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
6. Non receipt of securities |
0 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
7. Non receipt of securities after transfer |
|
|
|
|
Total |
0 |
4 |
4 |
0 |
Promotion of Dematerialization:
Shareholders are encouraged to convert their physical shareholdings into dematerialized
(demat) form. Your Directors also recommend this transition for enhanced security, ease of
transfer, faster settlement and to eliminate the risks associated with loss, theft or
damage of physical share certificates. The demat system allows such changes to be
electronically recorded with accuracy and efficiency.
Risk Management
The Company laid down procedures for risk assessment and mitigation. They are
periodically, reviewed and reported to the Audit Committee. This Policy details the
Company's objectives and principles of managing Risk with an overview ofthe related
procedures, roles and responsibilities.
Compliance of Reclassification of Promoters group:
For the financial year ended on 31st March, 2025, none of the promoter or promoter
group has reclassified themselves as Public Shareholders. Hence the same is not
applicable.
Insurance
All properties and insurable interests of the Company have been fully insured. Your
Company also insured all its employees and contract labor working across the Company.
Policies
The SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 mandated
the formulation of certain policies for all listed companies. Company has also adopted
several polices in line with Companies Act 2013 and Acts applicable to the Company. All
the corporate policies are available on the Company website (www. bambioagro.com/
Investors/ policy). The policies are reviewed periodically by the Board and updated based
on need and new compliance requirement
In addition to its Code of Conduct and Ethics, key policies that have been adopted by
the Company are as follows:
No. Policy Name |
About the Policy |
1. Code of Conduct & Ethics for Board & Senior
Management |
The code is applicable to Board of Directors, senior management
personnel and employees helping them to maintain good standards of business conduct foster
ethical and moral conduct and promote a culture of honesty and accountability, so as to
set an example to others in the company. |
2. Whistle Blower Policy |
The company has adopted the whistleblower mechanism for employees to
report concerns about unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud, or violation of the
company's code of conduct and ethics. It also provides for adequate safeguards against
victimization of the whistleblower employees and also provides for direct access to the
Chairperson of the Audit Committee. |
3. Risk Management Policy |
This policy sets out the objectives and accountabilities for the
management of risk within the company such that it is structured, consistent and
effective. |
4. Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (CSR Policy) |
The policy outlines the company's strategy to bring about a positive
impact on Society through programs relating to hunger, poverty, education, healthcare,
environment relief, disaster management etc., as per the provisions ofthe Companies Act
2013. |
5. Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions |
The policy regulates all transactions between the Company and its
related parties |
6. Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of
Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI), Policy on Legitimate Purpose,
Policy/procedure for investigation of leak/suspected leak of UPSI |
The Policy has been formulated with a view to maintain uniformity,
transparency and fairness in dealing with all stakeholders and to ensure timely, fair and
adequate disclosure of unpublished price sensitive information to the investor community
by the company to enable them to take informed investment decisions with regard to the
company's securities. |
No. Policy Name |
About the Policy |
7. Code of Conduct to Regulate, Monitor & Report Trading by
Insiders as per SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulation 2015 |
This code regulates any kind of InsiderTrading by
designated persons |
8. Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment |
The policy aims at providing a safe work environment for
women at workplace |
9. Board Diversity and Nomination & Remuneration Policy |
The policy sets out the company's approach to ensuring
adequate diversity in its Board of Directors (the "Board") and is devised in
consultation with the Nomination and Remuneration Committee (the Committee) of
the Board |
10. Policy on determination of Materiality of Events |
The Policy provides for determining the materiality of
events or information relating to the company and to ensure timely and accurate disclosure
on all material matters concerning the company. |
Policy on Sexual Harassment
Prevention of sexual harassment at the workplace is a critical issue that requires
robust mechanisms and proactive measures. The Vishakha Guidelines, established by the
Supreme Court of India in 1997, laid the foundation for addressing sexual harassment at
the workplace. These guidelines were further reinforced by the Sexual Harassment of Women
at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013(i.e. POSH Act). Your company
is committed to providing a safe and conducive work environment to all its employees and
associates. In compliance with POSH Act and rules made thereunder, The Company has put in
place a Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) of Women at the Workplace,
serving as guiding policies dedicated to preventing and redressing incidents of harassment
ensuring complete anonymity, confidentiality and fairness in the investigation process.
There are no instances of Harassment reported during the year 202425 under Sexual
Harassment of Women atthe Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act 2013.
The company has adopted policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
in accordance with The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition
and Redressal) Act 2013.
Number of complaints filed during the financial year |
NIL |
Number of complaints disposed of during the financial year |
NIL |
Number of complaints pending as on end of the financial year |
NIL |
Maternity Benefits
None of the Company's employees had sought for maternity leave during the financial
year ended 31 st March, 2025. The Board of Directors hereby declares and confirms that the
Company adheres to the standard guidelines and policies in pursuance with the Maternity
Benefit
Gender Wise Employee Data
Sr. No. Particulars |
Male Employees |
Female Employees |
1. Employees at the Beginning of the Year |
348 |
13 |
2. Addition/Reduction in Strength |
31 |
1 |
3. Employees at the end of the year |
379 |
14 |
4. % Increase/Decrease during the year |
9% |
7.7% |
Vigil Mechanism policy
In compliance with the provisions of Section 177 of the Companies Act 2013 and
Regulation 22 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015, the Board of Directors of the company has established a Vigil Mechanism had adopted
the Whistle Blower Policy. A mechanism has been established for employees to report
concerns about unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud, or violation of code of
conduct and ethics. It also provides for adequate safeguards against the victimization of
employees who avail of the mechanism and allows direct access to the Chairman of the Audit
Committee in exceptional cases. The functioning of whistle blower mechanism is
periodically reviewed by the Audit Committee. No complaints have been received during the
Financial Year ended 31 st March, 2025. No personnel have been denied access to the Audit
Committee during the Financial Year 202425.
The details of said vigil mechanism are given in Corporate Governance Report which
forms part of this Annual Report A copy of the Whistle Blower Policy is available in the
company's website i.e. www.bambinoagro.com
Policy on Director's Appointment and Remuneration
As per the policy of the company, the Board of Directors shall have an optimal
combination of Executive and NonExecutive Directors, with at least one Woman Director. The
composition of the Board complies with the Articles of Association, the Companies Act
2013, along with its applicable rules and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015, as amended from time to time to maintain the diversity
and independence ofthe Board.
As on 31 st March, 2025, the Board comprised of 6 Directors, including 1 Chairperson
and Managing Director, 2 Executive Director, 1 NonExecutive Independent Woman Directorand
2 NonExecutive Independent Directors.
The Statement of Particulars of Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel as
Per Rule 5 ofthe Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014 is enclosed as Annexure5. There are no employees employed for the entirety ofthe
financial year are receiving remuneration exceeding ? 8.5 lacs per month or ? 102 lacs per
annum as stipulated under Rule 5(2) ofthe Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014.
Details under Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016
No application is made, or any proceeding is pending against the Company under
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 during or as at the end ofthe year under review.
Details of One Time Settlement and Valuation of Assets
The Company did not avail any One Time Settlement (OTS) from banks or Financial
Institutions and hence giving disclosures on valuation of assets/securities at the time of
borrowing and at the time of OTS is not applicable.
Financial Year
There has been no change in the financial year during the year under report Significant
Material Orders Passed by the Regulators
There were no significant material orders passed by any Regulators/Courts that would
impact the going concern status ofthe Company and its future operations.
Company had made the necessary disclosure to the stock exchanges pursuant to Regulation
30 and of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 read
with Schedules and SEBI Circular on Continuous Disclosure Requirements with in the
stipulated time as and when any order/notice from statutory/regulatory or judicial
authorities are received There is no material impact on financial, operations or other
activities ofthe Company.
The promoter group i.e. Mr. Kartekeya Myadam has filed a company petition with the
Hon'ble NCLT, Hyderabad vide Ref. No. C.P. No. 20/2021. Currently the proceedings are at
trial stage and next hearing is scheduled on 30th September, 2025.
Your Company has complied with to the best of its knowledge and beliefs, all the Acts,
Rules, Regulations and Guidelines issued/prescribed by the Securities Exchange Board of
India, Reserve Bank of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs and other statutory
authorities.
Energy Conservation, Technology Absorption & Foreign Exchange Earnings & Outgo
The particulars as prescribed underSubsection (3)(m) of Section 134 ofthe Companies Act
2013, read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 are provided in the Annexure2 to the
Board Report
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Your Company has made Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) an integral part of its
ethos and culture Your company has constituted a Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
("CSR Committee") in accordance with Section 135 ofthe Companies Act 2013. A
Standard Operating Procedure covering the system of reporting and monitoring for CSR
activities has been put in place to ensure effective implementation of planned CSR
initiatives. The CSR activities / projects as per the provisions ofthe Companies Act 2013
and rules made thereof, is undertaken directly by the company. During the Financial Year
202425 the CSR Committee of the Board evaluated various options to implement the CSR
activities and decided to implement the CSR projects for the year through the following
implementing Agency. Annual Report on CSR Activities Annexure3.
Sr. No. Name of the implementing Agency |
List of Activities |
1. Rural Development Foundation(RDF) |
Building and operating highquality, nonsectarian schools in underserved
villages |
2. Sri Kalpavruksha Kamadhenu Welfare Trust |
Animal Welfare |
3. Network Of Indian Cultural Enterprises (NICE org) |
Women empowerment preservation of cultural heritage |
4. PM CARES |
PM CARES |
Corporate Governance
Corporate Governance is an ethically driven business process that is committed to
values aimed at enhancing an organization's brand and reputation. This is ensured by
taking ethical business decisions and conducting business with a firm commitment to
values, while meeting stakeholders' expectations. It is imperative that your company's
affairs are managed in a fair and transparent manner. This is vital to gain and retain the
trust ofthe stakeholders. Corporate Governance, is a set of standards, rules, policies and
procedures. The policy of your company on directors' appointment and remuneration,
including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a
director and other matters as provided under Section 178(3) ofthe Companies Act 2013 and
SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 was adopted by
the Board. In line with the provision under Para C of Schedule V ofthe Corporate
Governance Report the Directors submit annual declaration about their skill
sets/expertise/ competencies. It is affirmed that the remuneration paid to the Director^)
is as perthe terms laid out in the nomination and remuneration policy ofthe company.
Management Discussion and Analysis
In terms ofthe provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 as amended from time to time, the Management's Discussion and Analysis
is provided in a separate section and forms an integral partofthis Report
Annual Return
The Annual Return as on 31st March, 2025 as required under Section 92(3) and Section
134(3)(a) ofthe Companies Act 2013, will be hosted on the company's website (https://
www.bambinoagro.com)
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR)
During the year BRSR is not applicable to your company.
Listing & Custodian Fees
The company's equity shares are listed on the BSE Stock Exchange:
BSE Limited, Phiroze JeejeebhoyTowers, Dalai Street, Mumbai400 001, Maharashtra, India;
and.
The Company has paid the Annual Listing Fees to the said Stock Exchange for the
Financial Year 202425. The annual custodian fees have also been paid to the depositories
before the due date.
Unclaimed Equity Shares Suspense Account
The Company has opened demat account in the name of Bambino Agro Industries Limited for
Shares Unclaimed Suspense Escrow Account maintained with Stock Holding Corporation Of
India Limited, Reg. Office: 301, Centre Point Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Road, Parel, Mumbai
400012, Maharashtra, India vide DPID IN301330 and client ID 41315719.
As on 31 st March, 2025, there are 1332 outstanding shares lying in the suspense
account In accordance with the requirement of Clause F of Schedule V of SEBI (Listing
Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company reports the
following details as of 31 st March, 2025 in respect of equity shares lying in the
suspense account
Particulars |
No. of Share holders |
No. of equity Shares |
Aggregate number of shareholders and the outstanding shares in the
suspense account lyinq at the beqinninq of the year i.e., 01st April, 2024 |
3 |
300 |
Number of shareholders who approached listed entity for transfer of
shares from suspense account during the year |
6 |
1032 |
Number of shareholders to whom shares were transferred from suspense
account during the year |
NIL |
NIL |
Transferred to Investor Education and Protection fund Authority |
NIL |
NIL |
Aggregate number of shareholders and the outstanding shares in the
suspense account lying at the end of the year i.e. 31st March, 2025 |
9 |
1332 |
Directors' Responsibility Statement as required under Section 134 (3) (c) & (5) of
the Companies Act 2013.
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with the provision of Section 129
read with Schedule III of the Companies Act 2013 and the rules made thereof, IndAS and
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) under the historical cost convention on
accrual basis except the sale proceeds received under REC Mechanism of the Renewable
Energy. GAAP comprises mandatory accounting standards as prescribed under Section 133 of
the Companies Act 2013 ('the Act1), read with Rule 7 of the Companies
(Accounts) Rules, 2014, the provisions of the Act and guidelines issued by the Securities
and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). There are no material departures from prescribed
accounting standards in the adoption of these standards.
In terms of the Section 134 (3)(c) & (5) of the Companies Act 2013 the Board of
Directors of your Company states that
In the preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year 202425, the applicable
accounting standards have been followed along with proper explanation relating to material
departures.
They 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 at the end of the financial year 202425 and ofthe
profit ofthe Company forthat period.
They have taken Proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting
records in accordance with the provisions ofthe Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the
assets ofthe company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities if
any,
The annual accounts ofthe company have been prepared on a going concern basis.
They 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
They have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all
applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
Acknowledgement and Appreciation
Your Directors wish to place their sincere apperception for the support and cooperation
that the company has received from its Shareholders Bankers, Customers, Suppliers
Stockists selling Agents, Distributors, Central and State Governments, Various Statutory
Authorities and others associated with the company.
Your Directors also wish to place on record their appreciation towards all employees
for their commitment and hard work.
By Order of the Board of Directors Bambino Agro Industries Limited
Date: 28th August 2025 Place: Secunderabad
Myadam Shirisha Raghuveer
Chairperson and Managing Director DIN: 07906214