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Dear Members,

Your Directors have pleasure in presenting Company's 43^rd Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended March 31^st, 2025.

1. FINANCIAL RESULTS

2. HIGHLIGHTS OF PERFORMANCE

During the year, the Company's working resulted in profit before interest and depreciation of Rs. 43.32 Lakhs. After adjustment of Interest, depreciation and tax, the year resulted in profit of Rs. 29.60 lakhs as compared to the profit of Rs. 34.04 lakhs in the previous year. The Company's assessment under Income Tax Act, 1961 is completed up to A.Y. 2024-25 and there was no outstanding demand.

Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS)-IFRS Converged Standards.

The Company has adopted Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS) with effect from 1st April, 2017 pursuant to Ministry of Corporate Affairs' notification of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standard) Rules, 2015 and the Annual Accounts of 2024-25, have been drawn in terms of provisions of the Ind-AS.

Future Outlook:

The Company has renewed the lease of its godown premises at Magarwara, Unnao (Godown Nos. 1, 3, 5, 6, 7 & 8, covering a total area of approximately 49,511 sq. ft) with Godrej Agrovet Limited for a further period of 11 months, effective from June 1,2025. The lease renewal ensures continued rental income and optimum utilization of available infrastructure. Godown Nos. 2 & 4 are currently vacant, and efforts to lease out these premises are actively underway. The Company remains committed to maximizing asset efficiency and anticipates positive developments in the near future.

3. TRANSFER TO RESERVES

The Company has retained the amount of Rs. 29.60 lakhs in the Profit and Loss Account and no amount has been transferred to General Reserve.

4. DIVIDEND

During the year, the Board of Directors do not recommend any dividend on Equity shares.

5. SHARECAPITAL

The Company's Authorized Capital remains unchanged at Rs. 200 Lakhs. The Paid up Equity Share Capital of the Company as on the date of Balance Sheet stands unchanged at Rs. 85,01,000/- (comprising of 8,50,100 Equity shares of Rs. 10/-each).

6. FIXED DEPOSITS

Your Company has not invited any deposits during the financial year under review.

7. SUBSIDIARIES

Your Company does not have any subsidiary within the meaning of the Companies Act, 2013. During the financial year ended 31^st March 2025, no entity became or ceased to be the subsidiary, joint venture or associate of the Company.

8. DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL

a. In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made there under, Mr. Dinesh Khandelwal (DIN: 00161831), Whole-time Director & CFO retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible offers himself for re-appointment to the Board.

The tenure of Mr. Dinesh Khandelwal designated as Whole-time Director (Finance) & CFO, who was appointed for three (3) years w.e.f 1st April, 2023 will expire on 31st March 2026. The Board on the recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee has recommend for his re-appointment as Whole-time Director (Finance) & CFO for three (3) years period from 01.04.2026 on the remuneration detailed in the notice of AGM, subject to approval by members in the general meeting. Your Directors recommend the resolution for re-appointment of Mr. Dinesh Khandelwal for your approval.

During the Financial Year 2024-25 there were following changes in the composition of Board of Directors:-

Mrs. Rekha Kejriwaland Mr. Ashok Gupta, Independent Directors of the Company, ceased to be Directors with effect from 28th September 2024 upon completion of their second term. The Board appointed Mrs. Surabhi Tuli and Mr. Gopesh Sahu as Additional Directors in the capacity of Independent Directors with effect from 12th August 2024 for a term of five years. Their appointments were subsequently approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 28th September 2024."

Pursuantto the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Fifth Amendment Rules, 2019, all Independent Directors have registered their name in the data bank of Independent Directors.

All Independent Directors have given declarations of compliance of Rule 6(1) & (2) of Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 as amended along with the declaration that they meet the criteria of independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013.

b. Ms. Satyansha Dubey has resigned from the position of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer w.e.f. 31.08.2024, which was duly noted by the Board in its meeting held on 12.08.2024. The Board places on record its appreciation for the efforts and contribution received from Ms. Satyansha Dubey during her tenure as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company.

c. Mrs. Nida Khatoon, a qualified Company Secretary has been appointed as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of the Company w.e.f 02.09.2024 and the board took note of the same in its meeting held on 12.08.2024. She has joined as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer w.e.f 02.09.2024 in place of Ms. Satyansha Dubey who has resigned from the same post w.e.f 31.08.2024.The aforesaid appointment has been made pursuant to a detailed evaluation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee members and their unanimous recommendation to the Board.

d. Mr. Dinesh Khandelwal (DIN: 00161831), Whole-time Director (Finance) & CFO; Mr. Vishwa Nath Khandelwal (DIN: 00161893), Whole-time Director (Works) and Ms. Satyansha Dubey (A67216), Company Secretary and Compliance Officer till 31.08.2024 and Mrs. Nida Khatoon (A70498) Company Secretary and Compliance Officer w.e.f 02.09.2024 are the Key Managerial Personnel of the Company for the F.Y. 2024-25.

9. BOARD EVALUATION

Pursuant to the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013; the Nomination and Remuneration Committee formulated the criteria for evaluation of the performance of the Board of Directors, its various Committees constituted as per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and individual directors. Based on that, the Board of Directors carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance and of its various Committees viz. Audit Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Stakeholder Relationship Committee and Committee of Directors and expressed their satisfaction with its performance and performance of its Committees. The Board of Directors also evaluated the performance of individual Director on the basis of self-appraisal and expressed their satisfactory performance. The Board of Directors also carried out an annual performance evaluation of its Independent Directors and expressed their satisfaction with their functioning / performance.

In terms of Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013, the Independent Directors also convened a separate meeting for this purpose and evaluated the performance of Chairman, Non- Independent Directors and board as a whole.

10. REMUNERATION POLICY

The Board of Directors on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee has framed a policy which lays down a framework in relation to remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior Management of the Company. The Policy covers the criteria for selection and appointment of Board Members and senior management and their remuneration. The Company's Remuneration Policy is based on the principles of (i) Pay for Responsibility and Duties, (ii) Pay for Potential and (iii) Pay for growth of the Company.

The Nomination and Remuneration Committee is vested with powers to determine yearly increments/salary increase of Executive Directors/ KMPs and one level below based on their performance and contribution towards profitability and sustainability of Company. Non Executive Directors are paid only sitting fee which is decided by Nomination & Remuneration Committee.

11. RISKMANAGEMENT POLICY

The Company's business at present is limited to leasing out the godowns which have limited risk. As leasing to a renowned corporate entity has little risk.

12. INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM

The Company has an adequate system of internal control relating to purchase/repairs & maintenance items commensurate with the size of the Company and nature of its business. The Company has also Internal Control System for speedy compilation of Accounts and Management Information Reports and to comply with applicable laws and regulations. The Company has a well defined organizational structure, authority levels and internal rules and regulations for conducting business transactions suitable to the size of the business.

The Company has already formed an Audit Committee which met four times in a year. Audit Committee also ensures proper compliance with the provisions of The Companies Act, 2013 and also reviews the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment and monitors implementation of internal audit recommendations. Besides the above, Audit Committee is actively engaged in overseeing financial disclosures and in reviewing your Company's risk management policies.

13. INTERNAL FINANCE CONTROLS

In accordance with Section 134(5) (e) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has Internal Financial Controls Policy by means of policies and procedures commensurate with the size & nature of its operations and pertaining to financial reporting. In accordance with Rule 8(5) (viii) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, it is hereby confirmed that the Internal Financial Controls are adequate with reference to the financial statements.

14. WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY/VIGIL MECHANISM

The Company has a Whistle Blower Policy to report genuine concerns or grievances detrimental to the interest of the Company. The Whistle Blower Policy/ Vigil Mechanism has been posted on the website of the Company.

15. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

All related party transactions that were entered into during the financial year were on an arm's length basis and in the ordinary course of business and the provisions of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 are not attracted. There are no materially significant related party transactions made by the Company with Promoters, Directors, Key Managerial Personnel or other designated persons which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large. Thus, disclosure in Form AOC-2 was not required. Details of transactions made are disclosed in financial statements. All related party transactions are presented to the Audit Committee and the Board. Omnibus approval of Audit Committee was obtained for the transactions which are foreseen and repetitive in nature.

16. STATUTORYAUDITORS AND THEIR REPORT

Pursuantto the provisions of Section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules made there under M/s. PL. Tandon&Co., Kanpur, Chartered Accountants, (ICAI Registration No 000186C) were appointed as the Statutory Auditors of the Company to hold office for five consecutive years starting from the conclusion of the 40th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on September 24, 2022 until the conclusion of the 45th AGM of the Company to be held in year 2027.

No frauds are reported by auditors under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 in the Auditors' Report for the financial Year ended 31st March, 2025.

There are no qualifications, reservations or adverse remarks or disclaimer made in the Auditors' Report for the financial year ended 31^st March, 2025 which requires any clarification or explanation by the Board of Directors.

The Auditors' Report is enclosed with the financial statements in this Annual Report.

17. SECRETARIAL AUDIT AND THEIR REPORT

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of The Companies Act, 2013 and the Rules made there under, M/s. Banthia & Co, Practicing Company Secretary (CP No. 1405), Kanpur, were appointed to conduct the Secretarial Audit of the Company for the year ended 31^st March, 2025.The Practicing Company Secretary has submitted his Report on the secretarial audit which is annexed as Annexure I to this Directors' Report. The Secretarial Audit Report does not contain any adverse observation or qualification requiring explanation or comments from the Board under Section 134(3) (f) of the Companies Act, 2013.

Further the Board at its meeting held on 29th May, 2025 has appointed M/s. Banthia & Co. (C.P No. 1405) Company Secretaries in Practice, as Secretarial Auditors of the Company to conduct the secretarial audit of the company for a continuous period of 5 Financial Years starting from April 1, 2025 till March 31, 2030 on such remuneration as may be mutually agreed between board of Directors and the Secretarial auditor any, subject to the approval of the members of the company at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

18. DETAILS IN RESPECT OF FRAUDS REPORTED BY AUDITORS Pursuant to the provisions of Section 143 (12) of the Companies Act, 2013, no instance of fraud has been reported by the auditors against the Company.

19. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Companies Act 2013, your Directors confirm that:

a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed with no material departure:

b) 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 and of the profit of the Company for the same period;

c) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;

d) they have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;

e) they have laid down internal financial controls in the Company that are adequate and are operating effectively; and

f) they have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that these are adequate and are operating effectively.

20. MATERIAL CHANGESAND COMMITMENTS

There are no material changes or commitments made by the Company affecting the financial position of the Company between the end of financial year and date of the Report.

21. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT & MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNAL

No significant and material orders have been passed by any Regulator or Court or Tribunal impacting the going concern status and Company's operations in future. On reassessment of VAT cases For F.Y.2016-17& 2017-18, tax liability of 24.24 Lakhs has been assessed and adjusted against VAT refund due. The Company has filed appeal in the matter before appropriate/competent authority. It is noted that although the Hon'ble Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the assessee and the matter stands resolved in principle, the Company has not yet received any refund pertaining to deposits made against demand or the pending refund of excess input tax credit. The matter continues to be followed up with the VAT /GST department.

CHANGE IN THE NATUREOF BUSINESS

There is no change in the nature of business during the year.

22. STATUTORY DISCLOSURES:

i. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

The Company is exempted from compliance of Corporate Governance provisions as per SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015.

ii. ANNUAL RETURN

Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with Section 134(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013 the Annual Return as on 31^st March, 2025 is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed at http://www.khandelwalextractions.com/announcements.html Hi. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD AND COMMITTEES HELD DURING THE YEAR

a. The Board of Directors met four times during the year, on 27.05.2024, 12.08.2024,

13.11.2024, and 13.02.2025. The Board was duly constituted in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Mr. Ashok Gupta and Mrs. Rekha Kejriwal ceased to be Directors with effect from 28.09.2024. Mr. Gopesh Sahu and Mrs. Surabhi Tuli were appointed as Additional Directors with effect from 12.08.2024, and their appointments as Independent Directors were subsequently approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 28.09.2024. Both Directors have attended all meetings held thereafter. During the year under review, the composition of the Board remained in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

b. The Audit Committee, constituted under Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013, comprising Mr. Ashok Gupta as Chairman, and Mr. Prakhar Pandey and Mr. K.N. Khandelwal as members, met four times during the year on 27.05.2024,12.08.2024, 13.11.2024, and 13.02.2025. The Audit Committee was duly constituted in accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Mr. Ashok Gupta ceased to be a Director with effect from 28.09.2024 upon completion of his second term. Mr. Gopesh Sahu was appointed as an Additional Director with effect from 12.08.2024, and his appointment as an Independent Director was subsequently approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 28.09.2024 Upon the cessation of Mr. Ashok Gupta, Mr. Gopesh Sahu was appointed as Chairman of the said Committee with effect from 28.09.2024 and hasattended all meetings held thereafter.

c. During the year, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, comprising Mr. Ashok Gupta as Chairman and Mr. Prakhar Pandey and Mr. K.N. Khandelwal as members, held one meeting on 12.08.2024, which was duly constituted and validly held. Mr. Gopesh Sahu was appointed as an Additional Director with effect from 12.08.2024, and his appointment as an Independent Director was subsequently approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on 28.09.2024. Upon the cessation of Mr. Ashok Gupta, Mr. Gopesh Sahu was appointed as Chairman of the Committee with effect from 28.09.2024 and hasattended all meetings held thereafter.

d. The Stake Holders Relationship Committee consisting of Mr. Gopesh Sahu, Chairman; Mr. K.N. Khandelwal and Mr. Dinesh Khandelwal met once on 20.03.2025 to take note of investor complaints/grievances. All the members of the said committee were present in the meeting.

e. Independent Directors held a meeting on 20.03.2025 to assess /evaluate the performance of Chairman .Non-Independent Directors and board as a whole and concluded their satisfaction on their performances.

iv. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Corporate Social Responsibility is not applicable to the Company.

v. DISCLOSURE UNDER SECTION 186: LOANS AND INVESTMENTS

Loans and investments were made for deployment of surplus funds which are within the limits as prescribed u/s 186 of the Companies Act, 2013. Details are given in financial statements annexed in the Annual Reportfor F.Y. 2024-25.

vi. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY NotApplicable.

vil TECH NO LOGY ABSORPTION

NotApplicable.

viii. IMPORTS/EXPORTSAND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGSANDOUTGO

There was no import/export and no foreign exchange earnings and outgo incurred during the year under review.

ix. REMUNERATION PAID TO EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNAL

Details of remuneration paid to Directors, KMPs are given in Form No. MGT-7 (copy of which is available on the website of the Company). Further, details as required under Rule 5(1) of The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules 2014 read with section 197(12) of the Act, are same as per previous year. The Board appointed Mr. Gopesh Sahu and Mrs. Surabhi Tuli as an additional director in the capacity of Independent Director w.e.f 12.08.2024 on the recommendations of Nomination and Remuneration Committee and their appointment was approved by the shareholder atthe AGM held on 28.09.2024. They were entitled to sitting fees as decided by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Non-executive Directors have been paid only sitting fees. There was no employee getting salary in excess of the limit as specified under Rule 5(2) of The Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules 2014 read with section 197(12) of the Act, throughout or part of the year under review.

x. SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013

No complaint has been received under the aforesaid Act during the year under reference.

23. ENVIRONMENTANDSAFETY

In the present business there is no generation of pollution of any sort. Security personnel are duly employed for safety of godowns/assets.

24. LISTING OF EQUITYSHARES

The Equity shares continue to be listed with BSE Ltd. The Company has paid the Annual Listing fee for the year 2024-25 to the said stock exchange.

25. DEMATERIALISATION OF SHARES/APPOINTMENT OF RTA

The Company has necessary arrangements with National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) to enable the shareholders to dematerialize their shareholding in the Company for which they may contact the Depository Participant of the above Depository. The Company's ISIN No. is INE687W01010.

M/s A Ian kit Assignments Limited, NewDelhi continues as its Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA) for providing services in respect of transfer and dematerialization of securities of the Company with NSDL/CDSL.

26. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS REPORT

The Company has successfully renewed the lease of its godown premises located at Magarwara, Unnao (Godown Nos. 1,3, 5, 6, 7 & 8, covering a total area of approximately 49,511 sq. ft.) with Godrej Agrovet Limited for a further period of 11 months, effective June 1,2025. This lease renewal ensures continued rental income and reflects the Company's focus on the optimal utilization of available infrastructure. Godown Nos. 2 and 4 are currently vacant, and efforts to lease out these premises are actively underway. The Company remains committed to maximizing asset efficiency and anticipates positive developments in the nearfuture.

27. COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE SECRETARIAL STANDARD

The Company has complied with Secretarial Standards issued by the ICSI viz. SS-1 on Meeting of the Board of Directors and SS-2 on General Meetings

28. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Your Directors thank all the Stakeholders including employees for their continued support to your Company.