To
The Members,
LIKHITHA INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED
Your Directors are pleased to present the 26th (Twenty Sixth) Annual
Report of Likhitha Infrastructure Limited ("the Company") together with the
Audited Financial Statements (Standalone and Consolidated) for the financial year ended
March 31, 2025.
Financial Highlights
Key highlights of the financial performance of the Company for the year ended March 31,
2025 are summarized below:
( in Lakhs)
Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
2024-25 |
2023-24 |
Revenue from Operations |
51221.54 |
42209.31 |
52008.60 |
42168.14 |
Other Income |
569.54 |
608.92 |
517.73 |
517.69 |
Total Revenue |
51791.08 |
42818.23 |
52526.33 |
42685.83 |
EBITDA |
10034.84 |
9884.00 |
10070.55 |
9870.43 |
Finance costs |
112.77 |
135.43 |
112.77 |
135.43 |
Depreciation and Amortization Expenses |
593.41 |
767.47 |
593.41 |
767.47 |
Profit before tax |
9328.66 |
8981.10 |
9364.37 |
8967.53 |
Current Tax |
2380.67 |
2424.77 |
2410.51 |
2491.57 |
Deferred Tax Asset |
11.00 |
(46.73) |
11.00 |
(46.73) |
Profit after |
6936.99 |
6603.06 |
6942.85 |
6522.69 |
Basic Earnings per Share ( ) |
17.58 |
16.74 |
17.57 |
16.58 |
Diluted Earnings per Share ( ) |
17.58 |
16.74 |
17.57 |
16.58 |
*Paid-up share capital (face value of 5/- each) |
1972.50 |
1972.50 |
1972.50 |
1972.50 |
Other Equity |
35389.88 |
29044.13 |
35322.13 |
28980.58 |
Financial Performance
Standalone Turnover
During the year under review, the standalone income of the Company increased to
51,221.54 lakhs, compared to 42,209.31 lakhs in the previous year, registering a growth of
21.35%.
The standalone net profit after tax increased to
6,936.99 lakhs compared to 6,603.06 lakhs in the previous year, representing a growth
of 5.06%. The standalone Earnings per share stood at 17.58 on face value of 5/- each.
Consolidated Performance
During the year under review, the consolidated income of the Company increased to
52,008.60 lakhs, compared to 42,168.14 lakhs in the previous year, registering a growth of
23.34%.
The consolidated net profit after tax increased to
6,942.85 lakhs compared to 6,522.69 lakhs in the previous year, representing a growth
of 6.44%.
The consolidated Earnings per share stood at 17.57 on face value of 5/- each.
Change in Nature of Business
During the year under review, there was no change in the existing nature of the
Company's business operations. However, the "Main Object" clause of the MOA was
amended by inserting new sub-clauses the shareholders of the Company, by passing a Special
Resolution through Postal Ballot on April 25, 2025, have approved the adoption of new
business activities. The Company has expanded its scope to include renewable and
non-renewable energy sectors in addition to the existing business activities.
Subsidiaries, Associates and Joint Ventures
As on March 31, 2025, the Company has one Subsidiary- Likhitha Hak Arabia Contracting
Company and One Joint Venture- CPM-Likhitha Consortium.
There has been no change in the nature of the business of the subsidiary and joint
venture entities. During the year under review, no Company has become or ceased to be a
subsidiary, joint venture or associate of the Company.
During the period, none of the subsidiaries of the
Company qualifies as a Material Subsidiary as per the Listing Regulations and Company's
policy for determining Material Subsidiaries. The policy is available on the Company's
website at https:// www.likhitha.co.in/img/content/policies/Policy_for_
Determination_of_Material_Subsidiaries.pdf.
In accordance with Section 129(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies
(Accounts) Rules,
2014, the salient features of the financial statements of the Company's Subsidiary,
Associate, and Joint Venture are provided in Form AOC-1, attached as
Annexure-I to this Report.
Consolidated Financial Statements
As per SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 and the Companies Act, 2013 read with relevant
accounting standards, the Company has prepared the
Consolidated financial statements.
The audited financial statements (both Standalone and Consolidated) together with the
Auditors Report form part of this Annual Report and separate financial statements of the
subsidiary company are available on the website of the Company at https://
www.likhitha.co.in/annual_report.html
Transfer to Reserves
The closing balance of the Company's retained earnings for FY 2024-25, after making all
appropriations and adjustments, stood at 35,342.11 lakhs. During the year under review, no
amount has been transferred to the General Reserve of the Company.
Dividend
The Board of Directors has not recommended any dividend for the FY 2024-25.
In accordance with Regulation 43A of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure
Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (Listing Regulations), the Board of Directors of the
Company have adopted a Dividend Distribution Policy. The policy is available on the
Company's website at https://www.likhitha.co.in/
img/content/policies/Dividend_Distribution_Policy. pdf.
Investor Education & Protection Fund (IEPF)
In accordance with the provisions of Sections 124, 125 and other applicable provisions,
if any, of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Investor Education and Protection Fund
Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016 (hereinafter referred to as
"IEPF Rules") (including any statutory modification(s) thereof for the time
being in force), the amount of dividend remaining unclaimed or unpaid for a period of
seven consecutive years from the date of transfer to the Unpaid Dividend Account is
required to be transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund
("IEPF") maintained by the Central Government. Your Company does not have any
unpaid / unclaimed dividend or shares relating thereto which is required to be transferred
to the IEPF till the date of this Report. Details of balance in Unpaid Dividend Account as
on March 31, 2025, are given below:
( in Lakhs)
S. No. Particulars |
Balance amount as on 31.03.2025 |
1 Final Dividend for FY 2023-24 |
0.61 |
2 Final Dividend for FY 2022-23 |
0.44 |
3 Final Dividend for FY 2021-22 |
0.26 |
4 Interim Dividend for FY 2021-22 |
1.20 |
5 Final Dividend for FY 2020-21 |
1.45 |
Total Outstanding Amount as on March 31, 2025 |
3.96 |
Shareholders are informed that once an unclaimed dividend is transferred to IEPF, no
claim shall lie in respect thereof with the Company. The details of unclaimed dividend are
available on the Company's website at http://www.likhitha.co.in/unclaimed_ dividends.html.
Ms. Pallavi Yerragonda, Company Secretary and offic Company acts as Nodal Compliance
Officer.
Material Changes and Commitments, affecting the financial position of the
Company
There are no material changes and commitments have occurred subsequent to the end of
the financial year of the Company to which the financial statements relate and till the
date of the report, which will have an impact on the financial position of the Company.
Deposits
During the year under review, the Company has not accepted any deposits pursuant to the
provisions of Sections 73 and 76 of the Companies Act, 2013 and re-enactment(s) rules made
thereunder.
Particulars of Loans, Guarantees and
Investments
Pursuant to Section 186 of the Companies Act,
2013 and Schedule V of the Listing Regulations, disclosure on particulars relating to
Loans, Advances, Guarantees, and Investments as on March 31, 2025, are provided in Notes
to the financial statements of the Company.
Contracts and Arrangements with Related Parties
During the Year under review, all contracts / arrangements / transactions entered by
the Company with related parties were in the ordinary course of business and on an arm's
length basis which were approved by the audit Committee and the Board from time to time.
The particulars of such contracts or arrangements with related parties are enclosed in
Form AOC-2 as "Annexure-II" to this report. Further details of
related party transactions are provided in Notes to Financial Statements (both Standalone
and Consolidated).
The policy on dealing with RPT as approved by the Board is uploaded on the Company's
website at https://www.likhitha.co.in/img/content/policies/
New_Related_Party_Transaction_Policy.pdf.
Outlook and Future Plans
"Management Discussion and Analysis" contains a separate section
on the Company's outlook and future plans and members may please refer to the same on
this.
Share Capital
During the year under review, there was no change in the authorized and paid-up share
capital of the Company. The authorized share capital of the Company is 21,60,00,000/-
(Rupees Twenty-One Crores Sixty Lakhs only) divided into 4,32,00,000 (Four Crores
Thirty-Two Lakhs) equity shares of 5/- (Rupees Five only) each and the paid-up share
capital of the Company is 19,72,50,000/- (Rupees Nineteen Crores Seventy-Two Lakhs Fifty
Thousand only) comprising 3,94,50,000 (Three Crore Ninety-Four Lakhs Fifty Thousand)
equity shares of 5/- (Rupees Five only) each.
During the year under review, the Company has neither issued any shares with
differential voting rights nor granted any stock options or sweat equity shares.
Employees' Stock Option Scheme
There is no employees' stock option scheme being implemented by the Company.
Board of Directors and Key Managerial
Personnel
As on March 31, 2025, the Board comprises of Seven (07) Directors viz., Four (04)
Independent Directors including One Woman Independent Director, One (01) Non-Executive
Non-Independent Director and Two (02) Executive Directors.
Retirement by rotation and subsequent reappointment
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 and other applicable provisions, if
any, of the Act and the Articles of Association of the Company, Mrs. Sri Lakshmi Gaddipati
(DIN: 02250598), Non-Executive Director of the Company, is liable to retire by rotation at
the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible has offered herself for
re-appointment.
The resolution for the re-appointment of Mrs. Sri Lakshmi Gaddipati is being placed for
the approval of the shareholders of the Company at the ensuing AGM.
Appointment / Re-appointment
Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board
of Directors, the members of the Company at 25th Annual General Ameeting held on September
24, 2024 have re-appointed Mrs. Likhitha Gaddipati (DIN: 07194259) as Whole Time Director
of the Company for a further term of 3 years commencing from August 11, 2024 to August 10,
2027.
Independent Directors
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent Directors as required
under section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 along with Rules framed thereunder and
Regulation 16(1)(b) of the Listing Regulations stating that they meet the criteria of
independence. There has been no change in the circumstancesaffecting their status as
independent directors of the Company.
The Board has reviewed the integrity, expertise, experience, and the requisite
proficiency of the independent directors and confirmed that the Independent Directors
fulfill the conditions specified in the SEBI Listing Regulations and are independent of
the management and the same is given in the Corporate Governance Report.
As prescribed under Listing Regulations and pursuant to Section 149(6) of the Companies
Act, 2013 the particulars of Non-Executive Independent Directors (as on the date of
signing this report) are as under:
1. Mr. Venkata Sehsha Talpa Sai Munupalle
2. Mr. Sivasankara Parameswara Kurup Pillai
3. Mr. Venkatram Arigapudi 4. Ms. Jayashree Voruganty
Directors and Officers Insurance (D&O')
As per the requirements of Regulation 25 (10) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the
Company has taken D&O Insurance for all its Directors of the Company.
Key Managerial Personnel
In accordance with the provisions of Section(s) 2(51) and 203 of the Companies Act,
2013 read with the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014 the following are the Key Managerial Personnel of the Company as on March 31, 2025:
No. KMP |
Designation |
1 Mr. Srinivasa Rao Gaddipati |
Managing Director |
2 Mrs. Likhitha Gaddipati |
Whole Time Director and Chief Financial Officer |
3 Mr. Sudhanshu Shekhar |
Chief Executive Officer |
4 Ms. Pallavi Yerragonda |
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer |
During the year under review, there are no changes in the Key Managerial Personnel of
the Company.
Meetings of the Board
During the year under review, 5 (Five) Meetings of the Board were held as per the
Standards as set forth in the Secretarial Standard I. The maximum gap
between two consecutive board meetings was within the period as prescribed under the
provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Details of the meetings of the Board along with the attendance of the Directors therein
have been disclosed as part of the Corporate Governance Report forming part of this Annual
Report.
Committees of the Board
As on March 31, 2025, the Board has five (5) committees and has constituted the
following committees
Audit Committee
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
Stakeholders Relationship Committee
Corporate Social Responsibility Committee
Risk Management Committee
During the year, all recommendations of the Committees were accepted by the Board.
A detailed note on composition, attendance, powers, roles, terms of reference of the
Committees are included in the Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Annual
Report.
Policy on Directors' Appointment and Remuneration and other Details
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has adopted a policy as per Section 178(3) of
the Companies Act, 2013 for determination of remuneration and the manner of selection of
the Board of Directors, Senior Management and Key
Managerial personnel of the Company. The Policy is available on the Company's website
at http://www. likhitha.co.in/investors.html.
Criteria for selection of Non-Executive Director
The Non-Executive Directors shall be of high integrity with relevant expertise and
experience in the fields of Service Industry, Manufacturing,
Marketing, Finance and Taxation, Law, Governance and General Management.
In case of appointment of independent directors, the committee shall satisfy itself
with regard to the criteria of independence of the directors vis-?-vis the company so as
to enable the board to discharge its function and duties
The committee shall ensure that the candidate identified for appointment as a director
is not disqualified for appointment under Section 164 of
Companies Act, 2013.
The committee shall consider the following attributes, whilst recommending to the board
the candidature for appointment as director:
- Qualification, expertise and experience of the directors in their respective fields;
- Personal, professional or business standing;
- Diversity of the Board;
- In case of re-appointment of Non-Executive Directors, the Board shall take into
consideration the performance evaluation of the Directors and their engagement level;
Remuneration
The Non-Executive Directors shall not be entitled to receive remuneration except by way
of sitting fees, reimbursement of expenses for participation in the board/committee
meetings and commission, if any, as approved by the Board of Directors. The independent
directors of the company shall not be entitled to participate in the Stock Option Scheme
of the company. The aggregate commission payable if any to the Non-Executive Directors
will be within the statutory limits.
Criteria for selection / appointment of Executive Directors, CS, CEO and CFO
For the purpose of selection of the Executive Directors, CEO, CFO and CS the Committee
shall identify persons of integrity who possess relevant expertise, experience and
leadership qualities required for the position. The Committee will also ensure that the
incumbent fulfills such other criteria with regard to age and other qualifications as laid
down under Companies
Act, 2013, or other applicable laws.
Remuneration to Managing Director and Executive Directors
At the time of appointment or re-appointment, the Executive Director and Managing
Director shall be paid such remuneration as may be mutually agreed between the Company
(which includes the Committee and the Board of Directors) and the remuneration of
Executive Director / Managing Director, within the overall
. limits prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013.
The remuneration shall be subject to the approval of the members of the Company in the
General Meeting in compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Remuneration Policy for the Senior Management Employees including CEO, CFO & CS
In determining the remuneration of Senior Management Employees, the committee shall
ensure/consider the following:
The relationship between remuneration and performance benchmark.
The balance between fixed and variable pay reflectsshort and long-term performance
appropriate to the working of the company and its goals, as mutually agreed.
Familiarisation Program for Independent Directors
All Independent Directors are familiarised with the operations and functioning of the
Company at the time of their appointment and on an ongoing basis. They are given full
access to interact with Senior Management personnel and Heads of Departments. During FY
202425, the Company conducted a Familiarisation Program for Independent Directors
covering an overview of the Company's business, its key policies, and the roles and
responsibilities of Independent Directors. Senior personnel made presentations on the
nature of the Industry, business model, market dynamics, industry scenario, risk
management, and regulatory aspects affecting business activities. Independent Directors
are also provided with relevant documents, reports, and internal policies as required or
requested, to help them develop a thorough understanding of the Company's affairs and
contribute effectively to the Board deliberations.
The details of such Familiarisation Program and other disclosures, as specified under
the Listing regulations, are available on the Company's website at
https://www.likhitha.co.in/code_of_conduct.html
Performance Evaluation
The Board of Directors has carried out an annual performance evaluation of Individual
Directors including chairman of the Company, Board as a whole and its committees thereof,
pursuant to the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Performance evaluation criteria is determined by the Nomination and Remuneration
Committee.
A structured questionnaire was prepared to evaluate the performance after seeking
inputs from the Directors, covering various aspects of the Board's functioning such as
adequacy of the composition of the Board and its Committees, Board culture, execution and
performance of specific duties, obligations, and governance.
A separate exercise was carried out to evaluate the performance of individual Directors
including the Chairman of the Board, who were evaluated on parameters such as level of
engagement and contribution at meetings, independence, safeguarding the interest of the
Company and its minority shareholders etc.
The performance evaluation of the Independent Directors was carried out by the entire
Board (excluding the Director being evaluated), after seeking inputs from all the
directors on the effectiveness and contribution of the Independent
Directors. The Process and criteria evaluation of Performance of Independent Directors
is explained in Corporate Governance report which forms part of the Annual Report.
The performance of the Committees was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from
the Committee members based on criteria such as the composition of Committees,
effectiveness of Committee meetings, etc.
The Board reviewed the performance of individual Directors based on the contributions
made during the Board and Committee meetings.
In a separate meeting of Independent Directors, performance of Non-Independent
Directors, and the performance of the Chairman was evaluated, taking into account the
views of executive directors and non-executive directors. The Independent Directors also
assessed the quality, frequency, and timeliness of between the Board and the management
that is necessary for effective performance.
The Board of Directors has expressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process.
Particulars of Employees and Related Disclosures
The information required under Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with
Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014
(including amendments thereto), is enclosed as "Annexure-III" to this
Report.
Directors' Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board of Directors, to the
best of their knowledgeandability,confirm i) in the preparation of the annual accounts for
the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the applicable accounting standards have been
followed along with proper explanation relating to material departures. ii) 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 at the end of the financial year and of the profit and
loss of the company for that period; iii) The directors have taken proper deficiencies and
in the designsufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records in
accordance with the provisions of this Act for safeguarding the assets of the company and
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities; iv) The directors have
prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; v) The directors have laid down
internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internal financial
controls are adequate and are operating effectively; vi) The directors have devised proper
systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such
systems are adequate and operating effectively.
Adequacy of Internal Financial Controls with Reference to the Financial Statements
The Company has established a framework of internal financial controls at the entity
level, aimed at ensuring the orderly and efficient conduct of its of information business
operations. These controls are designed to ensure adherence to the Company's policies and
procedures, safeguard its assets, prevent and detect frauds and errors, ensure the
accuracy and completeness of accounting records, and enable the timely preparation and
reporting of reliable financial information.
The Company actively monitors changes to Accounting Standards, the Act, and other
applicable regulations, making necessary adjustments to underlying systems, processes, and
financial controls to ensure compliance. The Audit Committee also regularly assesses the
adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems and provides guidance for
further enhancements.
As part of the control environment, the Company has implemented a detailed Risk
Assessment and Control Matrix (RACM) covering all key processes related to financial
reporting, and the effectiveness of these controls is periodically tested for both design
and operational
Based on the reports and assurances received from internal and external auditors, as
well as management evaluations, the Board of Directors confirms that the internal
financial be adequate and operating effectively throughout the year ended March 31, 2025.
Furthermore, the financial statements have been prepared in compliance with the applicable
Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), and no material weaknesses or significant internal
financial controls were observed during the year under review.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
The Board of Directors has constituted the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Committee in accordance with the provisions of section 135 of the Companies
Act, 2013. The CSR Committee confirms that the implementation and monitoring of the CSR
Policy was done in compliance with the CSR objectives and policy of the Company.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Company has spent 153.00 Lakhs towards CSR
expenditure. The Company has contributed CSR funds were aligned with Schedule VII of the
Companies Act, 2013.
The Policy on Corporate Social Responsibility is available on the Company's website at
https:// www.likhitha.co.in/img/content/CSR/CSR_Policy. pdf. The Annual Report on CSR
activities undertaken during the year as required under the Companies (Corporate Social
Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 are enclosed as Annexure-IV' to this
report. For other details regarding the CSR Committee, please refer to the Corporate
Governance Report, which is a part of this report.
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo
The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange
earnings and outgo stipulated under Section 134(3) (m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts)Rules, 2014, is enclosed as "Annexure-V"
to this report.
Risk Management
The Company has formulated a Risk Assessment and Management Policy and has in place a
mechanism to identify various elements of risks, which, in the opinion of the Board, may
threaten the existence of. the Company and contains measures to mitigate the same.
The Board of Directors has been constituted Risk Management Committeecontrols in in
complianceplace were with provisions of Regulation 21 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 to
monitor and review the risk management plan, process and mitigation of internal and
external risks. The Company periodically reviews Risk Management Policy and improves
adequacy and effectiveness of its risk management systems.
The Risk Assessment and Management Policy of the Company is available on the Company's
website at https://www.likhitha.co.in/img/content/policies/
Risk_Assessment_and_Management_Policy.pdf
Vigil Mechanism
In pursuance to the Provisions of the Section 177(9) & (10) of the Companies Act,
2013, and Regulation 22 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the Company has established a
Vigil mechanism by framing a policy named as "Likhitha Whistle Blower Policy"
for Directors and employees to report genuine concerns or grievances. The policy on vigil
mechanism is available on the Company's website at https://
likhitha.co.in/img/content/policies/Whistle_Blower_ Policy.pdf.
The policy lays down a framework and process, which provides a platform to disclose
information, confidentially and without fear of reprisal or victimization, where there is
reason to believe that there has been serious malpractice, fraud, impropriety, abuse or
wrongdoing, grievances about leakage of unpublished price sensitive information (UPSI),
illegal and unethical behavior within the Company to the Chairman of the Audit Committee.
Auditors and Auditors' Report
Statutory Auditors
Based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee and Board of Directors, the members
of the Company at the 25th AGM held on September
24, 2024 have appointed M/s. NSVR & Associates LLP as the Statutory Auditors of the
Company for a second term of 5 (five) years commencing from the conclusion of the 25th
Annual General Meeting until the conclusion of the 30th Annual General Meeting
to be held in the year 2029.
M/s. NSVR & Associates LLP have confirmedthat they hold a valid certificate issued
by the Peer Review
Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of
India (ICAI) and are eligible to continue to hold office in accordance with the
applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules made thereunder.
The Statutory Auditors have issued an unmodified opinion on the financial statements
for the financial year 2024-25 and the Statutory Auditor's Report forming part of this
Annual Report.
Secretarial Auditors
Pursuant to the provisions of regulation 24A of the Securities and Exchange Board of
India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) and material orders passed
Regulations, 2015 and Section 204 of the Act, read with the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, and based on the recommendations of the
Audit Committee, the Board of Directors at their meeting held on May
20, 2025, have appointed M/s. VCAN & Associates (Peer Review Certificate
No.6565/2025), Practicing
Company Secretaries, Hyderabad as the Secretarial
Auditors of the Company for a term of five (5) consecutive years commencing from FY
2025-26 till FY 2029-30, subject to approval of the Members at the ensuing Annual General
Meeting (AGM).
M/s. VCAN & Associates have consented to act as the Secretarial Auditor of the
Company and confirmed that they were not disqualified to be appointed as the
Secretarial Auditor under the applicable provisions of the Act, rules made thereunder,
and SEBI Listing Regulations.
The Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year ended March 31, 2025, issued by
M/s. VCAN &
Associates in Form MR-3, forms part of this Report as Annexure-VI. There
were no qualifications, reservation, or adverse remark or disclaimer made by Secretarial
Auditor in their report.
Internal Auditors
Based on the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors at their
meeting held on May 20, 2025, have re-appointed M/s. Mukul
Tyagi & Associates, Chartered Accountants as Internal
Auditors of the Company for the financial year 2025-
26. There were no adverse observations or remarks or disclaimer made by the Internal
Auditors in their report for the financial year ended March 31, 2025.
Reporting of Frauds
During the year under review, there was no instance of fraud, misappropriation which
required the Auditors to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12)
of the Companies Act, 2013 and the rules made thereunder.
Secretarial Standards
Your Company has appropriate systems to ensure compliance with provisions of all
applicable Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
Material Orders Passed by the Regulators
There are no significant by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals impacting the going
concern status of the Company and its operations in the future.
Annual Return
In accordance with the provisions of Section 92 and Section 134 of the Companies Act,
2013 read with Rule 12(1) of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014,
(as amended), the
Annual Return for the financial year ended March 31,
2025 is available on the website of the Company at
http://www.likhitha.co.in/annual_returns.html
Management and Discussion Analysis
Pursuant to the provisions of Regulation 34(2) of SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 a report on Management Discussion &
Analysis is presented in a separate section forming part of this annual report.
Corporate Governance
Your company practices best corporate governance procedures to uphold the true spirit
of law, integrity, and transparency by adhering to our core values with an objective to
maximize stakeholders value. The Report on Corporate Governance, pursuant to the
provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 is
enclosed as
Annexure-VII and a certificate obtained from the
Secretarial Auditors confirming compliance with
Corporate Governance requirements as provided in the aforesaid Regulations is annexed
to this report.
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report
The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report ("BRSR") of your
Company for the year ended March 31, 2025 forms part of this Annual Report as required
under Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015 as Annexure VIII.
Listing of Equity Shares
The Company's equity shares are listed on the following Stock Exchanges:
(i) BSE Limited, Phiroze JeeJeebhoy Towers, Dalal
Street, Mumbai - 400 001, Maharashtra, India; and (ii) National Stock Exchange of India
Limited, Exchange Plaza, Floor 5, Plot No. C/1, G Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra
(East), Mumbai 400051, Maharashtra, India.
The Company has paid the Annual Listing Fees to the said Stock Exchanges for the
Financial Year 2025-26.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Policy
The Company has zero tolerance for sexual harassment at workplace and has adopted a
policy on prevention, prohibition, and Redressal of sexual harassment at workplace in line
with the provisions of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition
and Redressal) Act, 2013, and the rules framed thereunder.
The Company has duly constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) as required
under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act,
2013.
The present composition of ICC is as under:
Mrs. Sri Lakshmi Gaddipati - Presiding Officer
Mrs. Likhitha Gaddipati - Member
Ms. Pallavi Yerragonda - Member
Mr. Venkata Prabhakar Rao Talluri - Member
The following is a summary of sexual harassment complaints received and disposed off
during the year:
S. No. Particulars |
Status of the No. of complaints received and disposed |
1 Number of complaints on Sexual harassment received in the year |
Nil |
2 Number of Complaints disposed off during the year |
Nil |
3 Number of cases pending for more than ninety days |
Not Applicable |
4 Number of workshops or awareness programmes against sexual
harassment carried out |
The Company regularly conducts necessary awareness programs for its
employees. |
5 Nature of action taken by the employer or district officer |
Not Applicable |
The Company's Policy for prevention of sexual harassment is available on the Company's
website at https://www.likhitha.co.in/img/content/policies/
Policy_on_prevention_of_Sexual_Harassment.pdf
Compliance with the provisions relating to the Maternity Benefits Act, 1961
Your Company complies with the provisions of the
Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, extending all statutory benefits to eligible women
employees, including paid maternity leave, continuity of salary and service during the
leave period, and post-maternity support such as nursing breaks and flexible
return-to-work options, as applicable. Your company remains committed to fostering an
inclusive and supportive work environment that upholds the rights and welfare of its women
employees in accordance with applicable laws.
Insurance
All the properties of the Company, including buildings, plants and machinery and stocks
have been adequately insured.
Industrial Safety and Environment
The utmost importance continues to be given to the safety of personnel and equipment in
all the plants of the Company. The Company reviews thoroughly the various safety measures
adopted and takes effective steps to avoid accidents. Safety drills are also conducted at
regular intervals to train the employees for taking timely and appropriate action in case
of accidents.
Green Initiative
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has taken a green initiative in Corporate
Governance by allowing paperless compliance by the Companies and permitted the service of
Annual Reports and other documents to the shareholders through electronic mode subject to
certain conditions and the Company continues to send Annual Reports and other
communications in electronic mode to those members who have registered their email IDs
with their respective depositories. Members may note that Annual Reports and other
communications are also made available on the Company's website https://www.likhitha.co.in
and websites of the Stock Exchanges i.e., BSE Limited, and National Stock Exchange of
India Limited.
Industrial Relations
Industrial relations have been cordial during the year under review and your directors
appreciate the sincere and efficient services rendered by the employees of the Company at
all levels towards the successful working of the Company.
Human Resources
The Company considers its Human Resource as the key to achieve its objectives. Our HR
and Operations Department works closely with Senior Management to devise strategies that
attract talent and enhance capabilities. The employees are sufficiently empowered and
enabled to work in an environment that inspires them to achieve higher levels of
performance. It is the unwavering commitment of our employees that propels us forward and
enables us to fulfil the Company's vision. Your Company appreciates the contribution of
its dedicated employees.
We believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Your Company is also focused
on the overall well-being of its employees. We are committed to creating a positive work
environment that prioritizes the health, safety, career growth and development of our
employees. The Company took various initiatives to keep the employees productive and
engaged with various employee training and awareness programs. we strengthen our
collective capabilities and pave the way for continued success.
General
Your directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of
following items as there were no transactions on these items during the year under review:
Issue of equity shares with differential voting rights as to dividend, voting or
otherwise.
Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company under any
scheme.
Maintenance of Cost Records as specified by the
Central Government under Section 148(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, is not required by
the Company.
Neither the Managing Director nor the Whole-time Directors of the Company receive any
remuneration or commission from any of its subsidiaries.
There is no proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.
There was no instance of onetime settlement with any Bank or Financial Institution.
Acknowledgements
Your directors take this opportunity to thank our customers, vendors, investors,
bankers, Government of India, State Governments of India, Regulatory and statutory
authorities, shareholders, and the society at large for their valuable support and
cooperation. Your Directors wish to place on record their sincere appreciation for the
contribution made by our employees at all levels. Our consistent growth was made possible
by their hard work, solidarity, cooperation, and support.
On behalf of the Board of Directors |
For Likhitha Infrastructure Limited |
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Srinivasa Rao Gaddipati |
Managing Director |
DIN: 01710775 |
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Likhitha Gaddipati |
Whole Time Director |
DIN: 07341087 |
Date : August 09, 2025 |
Place : Hyderabad |
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