Basant Agro AR 2022 23
Basant Agro AR 2022 23
Basant Agro AR 2022 23
33rd
Annual Report
2022-2023
Fertilizer division
• The company has its three Single Super Phosphate manufacturing plants located at Akola and Jalgaon,
Maharashtra and Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh.
• The Company has its three Mixture manufacturing plants at Akola and Sangli,Maharashtra and Hospet,
Karnataka
The Performance of the fertiliser division of the company over the last decade
(` in cr)
(Financial Year)
Seed division
= Bajra
= Black Gram
= Gram
= Green Gram
= Hybrid Sorghum
= Maize
= Paddy
= Pigeonpea
= Wheat
FIELD CROP VEGETABLES
= Cotton
= Groundnut
= Mustard
= Soyabeen
= Sunflower
The Performance of the Seed division of the company over the last decade
Warehouse & Cold Storage
Warehouses and cold storage units of the Company are located at Shivni, Dalambi,
Bramhandari, Kumbhari in the state of Maharashtra
LABSA division
The Company engaged in the business of generating power through Wind Turbines.
The company has its four windmills three in Maharashtra and one in Gujarat.
Mr. Shashikant Bhartia, CMD doing CSR activities Mr. Deepak Bhartia, MD doing CSR activities
The Company has been committed to take necessary steps for the upliftment of poor
and less fortunate people from the Society and many programs were arranged by the
Company to that effect even before introduction of the concept of Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) in the Companies Act 2013.
Mr. Arvind Kumar Singhji, CGM of State Bank of India visited at our Kaulkhed plant and
Company’s Managing Director Mr. Deepak C. Bhartia, Mr. Ashwin N. Bhartia and Mr. Ankush
D. Bhartia are giving them a guided tour.
State Bank of India felicitated our company on a special occasion . Mr. Shashikant C. Bhartia,
Chairman & Managing Director and Mr. Deepak C. Bhartia, Managing Director received the
felicitation on behalf of the company.
BASANT AGRO TECH (INDIA) LIMITED
NOTICE
NOTICE is hereby given that Thirty- Third Annual General Meeting of members of BASANT AGRO TECH (INDIA) LIMITED,
will be held at Shri. C.R.B. Cultural Center, Plot No. 50 Sneh Nagar, Near Tale Bichayat Center, Behind Geeta Nagar, Akoli BK,
Akola- 444 001, Maharashtra on Saturday, 30th September, 2023 at 4.00 P.M. to transact the following business.
Ordinary business:
1. To receive, consider and adopt the Audited Financial Statement of the Company for the financial year ended March 31st
2023, including the Audited Balance Sheet as at March, 31, 2023 and the statement of profit and loss for the financial
year ended, on that date and the Reports of Board of Directors and Auditors thereon.
2. To declare dividend on equity shares of the Company.
3. To appoint a Director in place of Shri. Deepak Bhartia (DIN.: 00151521) who retires by rotation and being eligible, offers
himself for reappointment.
Special business:
4. To consider and if thought fit to pass with or without modification(s) following resolution as special resolution:
“RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to the provisions of Section 148 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act,
2013 read with the Rules, 14 of Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules 2014 (including any statutory modification(s) or
re-enactment thereof, for the time being in force) approval of the Company be and is hereby accorded to the payment of
remuneration of Rs. 75,000/- plus taxes, as applicable and reimbursement of actual travel and out-of-pocket expenses, if
any, to Mr. Jayant Galande, Cost Accountant for the cost audit of the cost records of the Company for the Financial Year
2023-24.
“RESOLVED FURTHER THAT, the Board of Directors of the Company be may be and is hereby authorized to do all acts
and take all such step as may be necessary, proper or expedient to give effect to this resolution.”
Place : Mumbai By Order of the Board of Directors
Dated : 11th August, 2023 Basant Agro Tech (I) Ltd.
Registered Office : Plot No. 13 / 2, Kaulkhed, Prasad Todankar
Nr. S.T. Workshop, Akola - 444001. Maharashtra. Company Secretary
NOTES:
1. The Explanatory Statement pursuant to the provisions of section 102 of the Companies Act, 2013, which sets out details
relating to Special Business at the meeting is annexed hereto.
2. A member entitled to attend and vote at the annual general meeting (The Meeting) is entitled to appoint a proxy to attend
and vote on a poll instead of himself and the proxy need not be a member of the company, the instrument appointing the
proxy as per the format included in the annual report should be deposited at the registered office of the company not less
than forty- eight hours before the commencement of the meeting.
3. Institutional / Corporate Shareholders (i.e. other than individuals / HUF, NRI, etc.) are required to send a scanned copy
(PDF/JPG Format) of its Board or governing body Resolution/Authorization etc., authorizing its representative to attend
the AGM. The said Resolution/Authorization shall be sent to the Company at batilagm2023@gmail.com with a copy
marked to evoting@nsdl.co.in.
4. The Register of Members and Share Transfer Books of the Company will remain closed from Sunday, 24 September,
2023 to Saturday 30 September, 2023 (both days inclusive) for the purpose of AGM.
5. The Notice of the AGM along with the Annual Report 2022-23 is being sent only through the electronic mode to those
Members whose email addresses are registered with the Company/ Depositories. Members may note that the Annual
Report 2022-23 will also be available on the Company website www.basantagro.com , website of the Stock Exchange i.e
BSE Limited at www.bseindia.com and on the websites NSDL (agency for providing the Remote e-voting facility https://
www.evoting.nsdl.com.
6. Members holding shares in physical mode and who have not updated their email addresses with the Company are
requested to update their email addresses by writing to the Company’s Registrar and Transfer Agent, Link Intime India
Private Limited at C, 101, 247 Park, LBS Marg, Vikhroli West, Mumbai- 400083.. Members are requested to submit
request letter mentioning the Folio No. and Name of Shareholder along with scanned copy of the Share Certificate (front
and back) and self-attested copy of PAN card for updation of email address. Members holding shares in dematerialised
mode are requested to register / update their email addresses with their Depository Participants.
7. Shareholders who are still holding physical share certificate are advised to dematerialize their shareholding to avail
benefit of dematerialization.
8. The Notice of AGM, Annual Report and Attendance Slip are being sent in electronic mode to Members whose email
address is registered with the Company or with Depository participant(s). Members who have received the Notice of
AGM, Annual Report and attendance Slip in electronic mode are requested to print the Attendance Slip and submit a duly
filled Attendance Slip at a Registered Counter at the AGM.
9. In compliance with provisions of Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013; Rule 20 of the Companies (Management and
Administration) Rules, 2014, (including any statutory modification(s) or re-enactment thereof, for the time being in force);
Regulation 44 of SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015 and Secretarial Standard on General Meetings (SS- 2) issued by the
Institute of Company Secretaries of India, the Company is pleased to provide Members with a facility to exercise their
right to vote on the resolution proposed to be considered at the Annual General Meeting by electronic means .
10. The Facility of casting the votes by the members using an electronic voting system from one place other than venue of
the AGM (“remote e-voting”) will be provided by National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL).
11. The members who have not casted their vote by remote e-voting can exercise their voting right at the AGM. The
company will make arrangements of ballot papers in this regards at the AGM venue.
THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEMBERS FOR REMOTE E-VOTING ARE AS UNDER:-
The remote e-voting period begins on 27th September, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. and ends on 29th September, 2023 at 5:00 P.M.
The remote e-voting module shall be disabled by NSDL for voting thereafter. The Members, whose names appear in the
Register of Members / Beneficial Owners as on the record date (cut-off date) i.e. 23rd September, 2023, may cast their vote
electronically. The voting right of shareholders shall be in proportion to their share in the paid-up equity share capital of the
Company as on the cut-off date, being 23rd September, 2023.
How do I vote electronically using NSDL e-Voting system?
The way to vote electronically on NSDL e-Voting system consists of “Two Steps” which are mentioned below:
Step 1: Access to NSDL e-Voting system
A) Login method for e-Voting and joining virtual meeting for Individual shareholders holding securities in demat mode
In terms of SEBI circular dated December 9, 2020 on e-Voting facility provided by Listed Companies, Individual shareholders
holding securities in demat mode are allowed to vote through their demat account maintained with Depositories and Depository
Participants. Shareholders are advised to update their mobile number and email Id in their demat accounts in order to access
e-Voting facility.
Login method for Individual shareholders holding securities in demat mode is given below:
4. Shareholders/Members can also download NSDL Mobile App “NSDL Speede” facility by
scanning the QR code mentioned below for seamless voting experience.
Individual Shareholders 1. Existing users who have opted for Easi / Easiest, they can login through their user id
holding securities in demat and password. Option will be made available to reach e-Voting page without any further
mode with CDSL authentication. The URL for users to login to Easi / Easiest are https://web.cdslindia.com/
myeasi/home/login or www.cdslindia.com and click on New System Myeasi.
2. After successful login of Easi/Easiest the user will be also able to see the E Voting Menu. The
Menu will have links of e-Voting service provider i.e. NSDL. Click on NSDL to cast your vote.
3. If the user is not registered for Easi/Easiest, option to register is available at https://web.
cdslindia.com/myeasi/Registration/EasiRegistration
4. Alternatively, the user can directly access e-Voting page by providing demat Account Number
and PAN No. from a link in www.cdslindia.com home page. The system will authenticate the
user by sending OTP on registered Mobile & Email as recorded in the demat Account. After
successful authentication, user will be provided links for the respective ESP i.e. NSDL where
the e-Voting is in progress.
Individual Shareholders You can also login using the login credentials of your demat account through your Depository
(holding securities in demat Participant registered with NSDL/CDSL for e-Voting facility. upon logging in, you will be able to
mode) login through their see e-Voting option. Click on e-Voting option, you will be redirected to NSDL/CDSL Depository
depository participants site after successful authentication, wherein you can see e-Voting feature. Click on company
name or e-Voting service provider i.e. NSDL and you will be redirected to e-Voting website of
NSDL for casting your vote during the remote e-Voting period or joining virtual meeting & voting
during the meeting.
Important note: Members who are unable to retrieve User ID/ Password are advised to use Forget User ID and Forget
Password option available at abovementioned website.
Helpdesk for Individual Shareholders holding securities in demat mode for any technical issues related to login through
Depository i.e. NSDL and CDSL.
VI. A member may participate in the AGM even after exercising his right to vote through remote e-voting but shall not be
allowed to vote again at the AGM.
VII. Mr. Raghav Khatod, Chartered Accountant (Membership No. 137327) and Partner of M/s. Mehta Khatod Somani and
Associates., Chartered Accountants has been appointed for as the Scrutinizer for providing facility to the members of the
Company to scrutinize the voting and remote e-voting process in a fair and transparent manner.
VIII. The Scrutinizer shall, immediately after the conclusion of voting at the AGM, unblock the votes cast through remote
e-voting and e-voting and make, not later than 48 hours of conclusion of the AGM, a consolidated Scrutinizer’s Report
of the total votes cast in favour or against, if any, to the Chairman or a person authorised by him in writing, who shall
countersign the same.
IX. The result declared along with the Scrutinizer’s Report shall be placed on the Company’s website:www.basantagro.com
and on NSDL’s website: https://www.evoting.nsdl.com/ immediately. The Company shall simultaneously forward the
results to BSE Limited, where the shares of the Company are listed.
X. The Register of Contracts or Arrangements in which the Directors are interested, maintained under Section 189 of the
Companies Act, 2013, and the Register of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel and their shareholding, maintained
under Section 170 of the Companies Act, 2013, will be available for inspection by the members at the Annual General
Meeting of the Company.
XI. Relevant documents referred to in the accompanying Notice and in the Explanatory Statement are open for inspection
by the Members at the Company’s Registered Office at Plot No. 13/2, Kaulkhed, Nr. S.T. Workshop, Akola- 444001,
Maharashtra on all working days (except Sundays and Public Holidays) between 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. up to the date
of this Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) and also at the AGM.
XIII. Members are requested to note that pursuant to the provisions of Section 124 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Section 205A
of the erstwhile Companies Act, 1956), the amount of Dividend unclaimed or unpaid for a period of 7 years from the
date of transfer to Unpaid Dividend Account, shall be transferred to the Investor Education & Protection Fund set up by
Government of India and no claim shall lie against the Fund or the Company after the transfer of Unpaid or Unclaimed
dividend amount to the Government. The amount lying in the Unpaid Dividend Account for the financial year 2014-15 has
been transferred to the Investor Education & Protection Fund on November, 2022. The Unpaid Dividend Amount for the
financial year 2015-16 is due for transfer to the Investor Education & Protection Fund in the month of November, 2023.
Members who have not encashed their Dividend for the financial year 2015-16 and onwards are therefore, requested to
make their claims to the Company immediately
Explanatory statement under section 102(1) of the companies Act, 2013:
Item No. 4
The members of the company by way of postal ballot through remote e-voting process appoint Mr. Jayant Galande, Cost
Accountant as cost auditors of the Company to fill the casual vacancy caused by the death of Mr. T.M Rathi, the existing cost
auditors to do the cost audit of the cost records of the company for the financial year 2022-23.
The Board, on the recommendation of the audit committee, has approved the re-appointment and remuneration of Mr. Jayant
Galande as the cost auditors of the Company to conduct the audit of the cost records of the Company for the financial year
ending March 31, 2024. In accordance with the revisions of Section 148 of the Act read with the Companies (Audit and
Auditors) Rules, 2014, the remuneration payable to the cost auditors has to be ratified by the shareholders of the Company.
The remuneration payable to the cost auditor for the financial year 2023-24 shall be Rs. 75,000/- plus taxes, as applicable and
reimbursement of actual travel and out-of-pocket expenses, if any. Accordingly, consent of the members has been sought for
passing the resolution as set out at Item No.4 of the Notice for ratification of the remuneration payable to the cost auditors for
the financial year ending March 31, 2024.
The Board recommends the said resolutions set out in Item No. 4 of the accompanying notice for approval of the members.
None of the directors / key managerial personnel is concerned or interested in the said resolutions.
Place : Mumbai
DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Dear members,
Your Directors have pleasure in presenting the 33rd Annual Report of the Company together with the audited statements of
account for the financial year ended March 31, 2023.
1. FINANCIAL RESULTS (Rs. In lakhs)
2022-23 2021-22
Sales 54926.03 44815.63
Other Income 93.29 17.84
Total Income 55019.32 44833.47
Profit before interest & depreciation, exceptional items and Tax 3685.86 3051.15
Less: Financial Expenses 1062.39 596.69
Less:- Depreciation 635.15 518.81
Profit before tax 1988.32 1935.65
Tax expense (net) 149.83 36.28
Profit after tax 1838.49 1899.37
Other Comprehensive Income (1.16) (1.04)
Total Comprehensive Income for the period 1837.33 1898.33
Earning Per Share (face value of Rs. 1/- each) 2.02 2.09
2. Performance of the Company
Every year, the company continues to enhance its performance, consistently surpassing its previous records, even in
the face of challenging environments and difficult periods. In the fiscal year 2022-23, the Company achieved remarkable
milestones. The company’s performance was exceptional, as evidenced by a significant increase in its operational
revenue, reaching a new pinnacle of Rs. 549.26 Cr.
The fertilizer division, in particular, exhibited outstanding performance, with operational revenue hitting a record high of
Rs. 314.03 Cr. The seed division also excelled, achieving a new high of Rs. 150.12Cr. The exceptional performance of
the fertilizer division was especially noteworthy in light of the challenging conditions in the 2022-23 fiscal year. Steep
increases in commodity prices, particularly Rock Phosphate and sulfur, which are essential raw materials for SSP fertilizer
production, posed unprecedented challenges. Additionally, the government’s decision to cap subsidy rates within the
Nutrient-Based Subsidy Policy for the year further pushed up SSP fertilizer prices, making it less competitive compared
to other phosphatic fertilizers benefiting from full subsidy rates.
Throughout the financial year, the seed division expanded its presence in other states, aligning with the company’s
strategy of achieving more than 50% of sales from non-soyabean sources and from regions outside Maharashtra.
The research division introduced a new soyabean variety called “Omkar” in Maharashtra, which received widespread
acceptance among farmers.
The company’s diversification efforts have contributed to increased turnover while maintaining profitability. Even during
this challenging period, the company’s prudent cost management and sound raw material procurement policies ensured
the preservation of profit margins, despite increased working capital requirements.
In the fiscal year 2022-23, the company strategically increased the production capacity of LABSA, doubling its production
and sales compared to the previous year. The demand for cold storage facilities has also risen, leading to ongoing
expansion efforts in our cold storage units. These units remain committed to adopting innovative technologies to provide
effective and efficient services to our customers.
The company successfully launched a pipe manufacturing plant in Akola, Maharashtra, catering to the demands of drip
irrigation, sprinkler systems, and HDPE portable water pipes. This expansion aligns naturally with meeting the growing
rural demand, and we anticipate that this product line will continue to make a significant contribution to our company’s
turnover in the coming years.
Looking ahead to the fiscal year 2023-24, the long-range monsoon forecast predicts below-normal rainfall, and the
fertilizer industry anticipates a correction in rock phosphate prices, which would be beneficial for the sector. It is expected
that these upcoming years will continue to present challenges for the SSP fertilizer industry
3. DIVIDEND :
The Board of Directors are pleased to recommend the dividend of Rs. 0.08 per share (8%) for the year 2022-23 on equity
share capital, subject to the approval of the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting (Previous Year 8%) which shall
absorb Rs. 72.50 lakhs (Previous Year Rs. 72.50 lakhs).
Annexure ‘A’
Annual report on corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities
1. A brief outline of the Company’s CSR policy, : CSR Policy of the company is available on the website www.
including overview of projects or programmes basantagro.com of the Company.
proposed to be undertaken and a reference to
the web-link to the CSR policy and projects or
programs
2. Composition of the CSR Committee : Mrs M.M.Khandelwal - (Chairman) / Independent Director
Mr. S.W Sawant - Independent Director
Mr. R.S. Tayade - Independent Director
Mr. Rameshwar R. Independent Director
Kabra
I have also examined compliance with the applicable clauses of the following:
• Secretarial Standards with respect to Meeting of Board of Director(SS-1), General Meeting (SS-2) and
Dividend (SS-3) issued by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India related to Board meetings, General
Meeting and Dividend;
• The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations,
2015. During the period under review, the Company has complied with the provisions of the Act, Rules,
Regulations, Guidelines, Standards, etc. mentioned above subject to following observations:
The company has done delayed filling with BSE Limited (Stock Exchange) of Related party transaction report
under regulation 23(9) of SEBI (LODR) Regulations for march 2022 half year ended. This delayed filling was
due in the F.Y. 2022-23. The BSE Limited (Stock Exchange) has Imposed a penalty of Rs.23,600/- including
GST on the company and the company has made the payment of the same to BSE Limited.
I further report that:
(i) The Board of Directors of the Company is duly constituted with proper balance of Executive Directors, Non-
Executive Directors and Independent Directors. The changes made in the composition of the Board of Directors
that took place during the period under review were carried out in compliance with the provisions of the Act.
(ii) Proper notice is given to all Directors to schedule the Board meetings in compliance with the provisions of Section
173(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, agenda and detailed notes on agenda were sent at least seven days in
advance and where the same were given at shorter notice than 7 (seven) days, proper consent thereof were
obtained and a system exists for seeking and obtaining further information and clarifications on the agenda items
before the meeting and for meaningful participation at the meeting.
(iii) Decisions at the meetings of the Board of Directors of the Company were carried through on the basis of majority.
There were no dissenting views by any member of the Board of Directors during the period under review.
(iv) Majority decision is carried through while the dissenting members’ views are captured and recorded as part of the
minutes.
(v) There are adequate systems and processes in the Company, commensurate with the size and operations of the
Company to monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
We further report that there are adequate systems and processes in the Company commensurate with the size and operations
of the Company to monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations and guidelines.
We further report that during the audit period there were no specific events/actions in pursuance of the above referred laws,
rules, regulations, guidelines, standards, etc. having a major bearing on the Company’s affairs.
For Nitesh Chaudhary & Associates
Practicing Company Secretary
Nitesh Chaudhary, Proprietor
FCS No. 10010
Date: 13th July 2023 CP No.: 16275
Place: Mumbai
UDIN NO.: F010010E000600171
Note:
• This report is to be read with our letter of even date which is annexed as “ANNEXURE A” and forms an integral
part if this report.
Annexure to the Secretarial Audit Report
To,
The Members,
M/s. BASANT AGRO TECH (INDIA) LIMITED
Plot no 13/2, kaulkhed Akola,
Near S.T.Workshop, Akola -444001.
Our report of even date is to be read along with this letter.
Management’s Responsibility
1) It is the Responsibility of Management of the Company to maintain Secretarial records, device proper systems to ensure
compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and regulations and to ensure that the systems are adequate and
operate effectively.
Auditor’s Responsibility
2) I have followed the audit practices and processes as were appropriate to obtain reasonable assurance about the
correctness of the contents of the Secretarial records. The verification was done on the test basis to ensure that correct
facts are reflected in Secretarial records. I believe that the processes and practices, I followed provide a reasonable
basis for our opinion.
3) I have not verified the correctness and appropriateness of financial records and books of accounts of the Company.
4) Where ever required, I have obtained the Management representation about compliance of laws, rules and regulations
and happenings of events etc.
5) The compliance of provisions of Corporate and other applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards is the responsibility
of the management. Our examination was limited to the verification of procedures on test basis.
Disclaimer
6) The Secretarial Audit Report is neither an assurance as to the future viability of the Company nor of efficacy or
effectiveness with which the management has conducted the affairs of the Company.
For Nitesh Chaudhary & Associates
Practicing Company Secretary
Nitesh Chaudhary, Proprietor
FCS No. 10010
Date: 13th July 2023 CP No.: 16275
Place: Mumbai
UDIN NO.: F010010E000600171
CERTIFICATE OF NON-DISQUALIFICATION OF DIRECTORS
(Pursuant to Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V Para C clause (10)(i) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015)
To,
The Members,
M/s Basant Agro Tech (India) Limited
Plot no 13/2, Kaulkhed Akola near S.T.
Workshop, Akola MH 444001
I have examined the relevant registers, records, forms, returns and disclosures received from the Directors of M/s Basant
Agro Tech (India) Limited, having CIN L24120MH1990PLC058560 and having registered office at Plot No 13/2, Kaulkhed
Akola Near S.T. Workshop, Akola - 444001 (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Company’), produced before me by the Company
for the purpose of issuing this Certificate, in accordance with Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V Para-C Sub clause 10(i)
of the Securities Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
In my opinion and to the best of my information and according to the verifications (including Directors Identification Number
(DIN) status at the portal www.mca.gov.in), BSE as considered necessary and explanations furnished to me by the Company
& its officers, I hereby certify that none of the Directors on the Board of the Company as stated below for the Financial Year
ending on 31st March, 2023 have been debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as Directors of companies
by the Securities and Exchange Board of India, Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such other Statutory Authority.
Sr.
Name Of Directors DIN Date of Appointment
No.
1 Shashikant Chimanlal Bhartia 00151358 16/10/1990
2 Deepak Chimanlal Bhartia 00151521 28/01/2008
3 Sharad Sawant Wamanrao 00151604 20/09/1991
4 Ashwinkumar Navalkishore Bhartia 00152974 28/01/2008
I further hereby inform that, ensuring the eligibility for the appointment / continuity of Director on the Board is the responsibility
of the Company. Our responsibility is to issue this certificate based on verification of documents and information available in
the public domain. This certificate is neither an assurance as to the future viability of the Company nor of the efficiency or
effectiveness with which the management has conducted the affairs of the Company.
For Nitesh Chaudhary & Associates
Practicing Company Secretary
Nitesh Chaudhary, Proprietor
FCS No. 10010
Date: 13th July 2023 CP No.: 16275
Place: Mumbai
UDIN NO.: F010010E000600171
Annexure ‘D’
FORM NO. MGT- 9
EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN As on financial year ended 31.03.2023
Pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Companies act, 2013 read with [The Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014]
A. REGISTRATION AND OTHER DETAILS:
CIN L24120MH1990PLC058560
Registration Date 16.10.1990
Name of the Company Basant Agro-tech (I) Ltd.
Category / Sub-Category of the Company Public Limited Co.
Plot No. 13/2, Nr. S.T. Workshop, Kaulkhed, Akola- 444 001
Address of the Registered office and contact details
Whether listed company Yes
Link Intime India Pvt. Ltd.
Name, Address and Contact details of Registrar and
Transfer Agent, if any C- 101, 247 Park, L.B.S.Marg Vikhroli (W), Mumbai - 4000 083
+91 22 49186000 +91 22 49186060 +91 7506054546
evoting@linkintime.co.in ashok.sherugar@ linkintime.co.in
B. PRINCIPAL BUSINESS ACTIVITIES OF THE COMPANY :
Sr. No. Name and Description of main products / NIC Code of the Product/ service% % to total turnover of the company
services to total turnover of the company
a. Single Super Phosphate Fertilizers 201/2012/20129 45.89%
b. NPK Mixed Fertilizers 201/2012/20122 11.56%
c. Seeds 201/0111/01118 28.56%
d. Labsa 363/36302/24243 13.67%
C. PARTICULARS OF HOLDING, SUBSIDIARY AND ASSOCIATE COMPANIES :
Sr. No. Name and address of the company CIN/GLN Holding/Subsidiary/ % of shares held
Associate
NA
Sr Category of Shareholders Shareholding at the begining of the year - Shareholding at the End of the year - 2023 % Change
No 2022 during the
Demat Physical Total % of Demat Physical Total % of year
Total Total
Shares Shares
(A) Shareholding of Promoter and Promoter Group
[1] Indian
(a) Individuals / Hindu Undivided 48078928 0 48078928 53.0511 48077928 0 48077928 53.0500 -0.0011
Family
(b) Central Government / State 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
Government(s)
(c) Financial Institutions / Banks 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
(d) Any Other (Specify)
Sub Total (A)(1) 48078928 0 48078928 53.0511 48077928 0 48077928 53.0500 -0.0011
[2] Foreign
(a) Individuals (Non-Resident 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
Individuals / Foreign
Individuals)
(b) Government 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
(c) Institutions 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
(d) Foreign Portfolio Investor 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
(e) Any Other (Specify)
Sub Total (A)(2) 0 0 0 0.0000 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000
Sr Shareholder's Name Shareholding at the begining of the Shareholding at the End of the % change in
No year - 2022 year - 2023 shareholding
No of % of the %of Shares No of % of the % of Shares during the
Shares Total of the Pledged / Shares Total Pledged / year
Held Company encumbered to Held of the encumbered to
total shares Company total shares
1 SHASHIKANT C 8322630 9.1833 0 8322630 9.1833 0 0
BHARTIA
2 DEEPAK C. BHARTIA 8303830 9.1626 0 8303830 9.1626 0 0
3 SNEHLATA S BHARTIA 7306634 8.0623 0 7306634 8.0623 0 0
4 AKSHAY 3820000 4.2151 0 3820000 4.2151 0 0
DEEPAKKUMAR
BHARTIA
5 VISHAL SHASHIKANT 3661149 4.0398 0 3661149 4.0398 0 0
BHARTIA
6 NEETADEVI 3647027 4.0242 0 3647027 4.0242 0 0
DEEPAKKUMAR
BHARTIA
7 NAVALKISHORE 3397000 3.7483 0 3397000 3.7483 0 0
CHIMANLAL BHARTIA
8 ASHWINKUMAR 3200000 3.5309 0 3200000 3.5309 0 0
NAVALKISHORE
BHARTIA
9 TARADEVI C. BHARTIA 2540000 2.8027 0 2540000 2.8027 0 0
10 ANKUSH D BHARTIA 1582245 1.7459 0 1582245 1.7459 0 0
11 VIJAYADEVI 1457000 1.6077 0 1457000 1.6077 0 0
NAVALKISHORE
BHARTIA
12 RITU ASHWIN BHARTIA 835000 0.9214 0 835000 0.9214 0 0
13 NAVALKISHORE 5313 0.0059 0 5313 0.0059 0 0
CHIMANLAL BHARTIA
(H.U.F.)
14 VIKAS ARUNKUMAR 1000 0.0011 0 0 0 0 -0.0011
MAKHARIA
15 SHASHIKANT 100 0.0001 0 100 0.0001 0 0
CHIMANLAL BHARTIA
HUF
Total 48078928 53.0511 0 48077928 53.05 0 -0.0011
III) Change in promoters shareholding
Sr Name & Type of Transaction Shareholding at the Transactions during the Cumulative Shareholding at
No beginning of the year - 2022 year the end of the year - 2023
NO.OF % OF TOTAL DATE OF NO. OF NO OF % OF TOTAL
SHARES SHARES TRANSACTION SHARES SHARES SHARES
HELD OF THE HELD OF THE
COMPANY COMPANY
1 SHASHIKANT C BHARTIA 8322630 9.1833 8322630 9.1833
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 8322630 9.1833
2 DEEPAK C. BHARTIA 8303830 9.1626 8303830 9.1626
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 8303830 9.1626
3 SNEHLATA S BHARTIA 7306634 8.0623 7306634 8.0623
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 7306634 8.0623
4 AKSHAY DEEPAKKUMAR BHARTIA 3820000 4.2151 3820000 4.2151
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 3820000 4.2151
5 VISHAL SHASHIKANT BHARTIA 3661149 4.0398 3661149 4.0398
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 3661149 4.0398
Sr Name & Type of Transaction Shareholding at the Transactions during the Cumulative Shareholding at
No beginning of the year - 2022 year the end of the year - 2023
NO.OF % OF TOTAL DATE OF NO. OF NO OF % OF TOTAL
SHARES SHARES TRANSACTION SHARES SHARES SHARES
HELD OF THE HELD OF THE
COMPANY COMPANY
1 MUKTILAL GANULAL PALDIWAL 2319111 2.5589 2319111 2.5589
Transfer 19 Aug 2022 3000 2322111 2.5623
Transfer 26 Aug 2022 6572 2328683 2.5695
Transfer 09 Sep 2022 (6000) 2322683 2.5629
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 2322683 2.5629
2 GIRDHARI P ROHIRA 2315481 2.5549 2315481 2.5549
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 2315481 2.5549
3 SHABBIR NAZMUDDIN PARATHA 943903 1.0415 943903 1.0415
Transfer 13 May 2022 39089 982992 1.0847
Transfer 10 Jun 2022 72339 1055331 1.1645
Transfer 17 Jun 2022 43100 1098431 1.2120
Transfer 04 Nov 2022 12500 1110931 1.2258
Transfer 02 Dec 2022 28471 1139402 1.2572
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 1139402 1.2572
4 MEENAKSHI SANJAY KOTHARI 1100000 1.2138 1100000 1.2138
Transfer 08 Apr 2022 (50000) 1050000 1.1586
Transfer 15 Apr 2022 (25000) 1025000 1.1310
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 1025000 1.1310
5 GOLDEN STAR CAPITAL TECH 807137 0.8906 807137 0.8906
LTD
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 807137 0.8906
6 VIDHI SIDDHARTH SHETH 696210 0.7682 696210 0.7682
AT THE END OF THE YEAR 696210 0.7682
7 KAMAL MAVJI VISARIA 656184 0.7240 656184 0.7240
Transfer 15 Apr 2022 (91600) 564584 0.6230
Transfer 22 Apr 2022 (25000) 539584 0.5954
Annexure ‘E’
in commodity prices, particularly Rock Phosphate and sulfur, which are essential raw materials for SSP fertilizer production,
posed unprecedented challenges. Additionally, the government’s decision to cap subsidy rates within the Nutrient-Based
Subsidy Policy for the year further pushed up SSP fertilizer prices, making it less competitive compared to other phosphatic
fertilizers benefiting from full subsidy rates.
The GOI has recently initiated the pilot project for the final stage of Direct Benefit Transfer to the farmers. Hopefully in a few
years this may also be fully implemented. The GOI has now created a separate division within the Ministry of Fertilizers for
SSP to encourage production and address issues of the industry.
The plants of the Company are located at the Consumption center thereby the Company is in advantageous position over its
competitors as agriculture produce can be made available to the farmers without delay at reasonable prices. The Company
is continuously and gradually expanding all its activities especially in terms of its product range, volume of seed handled,
level of seed distribution and have developed adequate level of specialization and competence in handling and managing
various segments of seed improvement on scientifically sound and commercially viable terms. Emphasis has been given by
the Company to develop seeds having traits such as insect / pest resistance, herbicide tolerance, disease resistance, etc.
so that crop yields can be increased, farm costs can be reduced. The consistent, stable, and sustainable growth, improving
its operational efficiencies and achieving better profitability along with the highest standard of quality, safety and productivity
are the prime objectives of the Company. With a view to educate the farmers about the improved and modern techniques of
cultivations, the Company arranges the ‘krishi melas’ at different locations wherein on field demonstrations has been given to
the farmers about the output per acre of land by using the Hybrid seeds and appropriate fertilizers. The advantages of seeds
replacement, soil improvements, efficient use of water and fertilizers, beneficial cropping pattern etc. are explained to the
farmers in the said melas. By launching technologically superior seeds with less disease vulnerability, at reasonable prices, the
Company has gained the confidence of the farming communities over the years. The Company has developed hybrid seeds
for high yielding and pest resistant varieties of crops suitable for different agro-climatic zones. Land and water resources being
limited, increased agricultural production by using advanced agronomical practices like use of Micro-irrigation technologies
and also by using Balanced Chemical fertilizers and hybrid seeds is of immense importance to meet the requirement of the
increasing population. Hence timely availability of quality seeds at affordable prices to farmers is necessary for achieving
higher agricultural productivity
Opportunities and threats
The raw material prices of Rock Phosphate remained high throughout the year mainly due to global sentiment and demand
from new industry constraints in domestic and global situations has led to a acute shortage of material from suppliers leading
to increase in prices. SSP fertilizers are based on imported raw-materials which can face severe volatility in prices and
foreign currency exchange rates, affecting the profitability of the Company. Agro-Climatic conditions also have a large effect
on the performance of the Company. Delay in subsidy payments, uncertainty of monsoon, volatile international market of raw
material, seasonal consumption of fertilizer mainly in two months each in Kharif and Rabi, lack of awareness of benefits of SSP
consumption amongst farmer fraternity, clubbed with logistics availability/ cost and higher requirement of working capital shall
remain concerns for the Industry & of the Company.
A good monsoon which has been forecasted will greatly help the company to achieve its target. The Government has been
consistently pursuing policies conducive to increase consumption of fertilizers containing all types of nutrient by the farmers at
affordable prices in the country to increase the food grain production. The Government is taking positive steps to boost SSP
Production with “Make in India” initiatives and discouraging DAP imports which will revive SSP industry. The coming year is
with the prediction of a favourable monsoon and the company is ready to capitalize this opportunity.
The plants of the Company are located at the consumption center thereby the Company is in an advantageous position over
its competitors as agriculture produce can be made available to the farmers without delay at reasonable prices
Human Resources / Safety Management System
Human Resources are one of the most important ingredients for growth. The Company considers its highly motivated and
well-maintained employees its most valuable assets of the Company. Company strongly believes in continuously taking steps
towards the talent growth , leadership development, and employee engagement.
The Company therefore strives to align human resource policy and initiatives to meet business plans. Training of employees
to maintain high level of motivation is an ongoing process. Industrial relations at all the units remained cordial during the
year. Health & safety Management system in the Company aims at to reduce, eliminate or control workplace hazards and
associated risks of accidents or injuries to the workers. We provide sufficient information, instructions, training and supervision
to enable all workers to identify, minimize and manage hazards and contribute positively to safety at works
Cautionary Statement
This Management Discussion and Analysis Report contains statement about the Company’s future plans, projections,
estimates, expectations may be forward looking statements within the meaning of applicable laws and regulation. Actual result
could however differ materially from those expressed or implied in this statement due to factors beyond control of the Company
like, monsoon condition, economic condition, government policies and regulations etc.
The Company operates in more than one State within India, exposing Our audit procedures included:
it to a variety of different Central and State laws, regulations and ❑ Obtaining an understanding of actual and potential
interpretations thereof. The provisions and contingent liabilities relate outstanding litigations and claims against the Company from
to ongoing litigations and claims with various authorities. Litigations the Company’s in-house Legal Counsel and other senior
and claims may arise from direct and indirect tax proceedings, legal personnel of the Company and assessing their responses;
proceedings, including regulatory and other government/department ❑ Assessing status of the litigations and claims based on
proceedings, as well as investigations by authorities and commercial correspondence between the Company and the various tax/
claims. legal authorities and legal opinions obtained by the Company;
The determination of a provision or contingent liability requires ❑ Testing completeness of litigations and claims recorded by
significant judgement by the Company because of the inherent verifying the Company’s legal expenses and the minutes of
complexity in estimating future costs. The amount recognized as the board meetings;
a provision is the best estimate of the possible expenditure. The ❑ Assessing and challenging the Company’s estimate of the
provisions and contingent liabilities are subject to changes in the possible outcome of litigations and claims. This is based on
outcomes of litigations and claims over time as new facts emerge applicable tax laws and legal precedence by involving our
as each legal case progresses and positions taken by the Company. tax specialists in taxation related matters and internal legal
There is an inherent complexity and magnitude of potential exposures counsel;
is significant across the Company. Significant judgment is necessary ❑ Evaluating judgements made by the Company by comparing
to estimate the likelihood, timing and amount of the cash outflows, the
interpretations of the legal aspects, legislations and judgements estimates of prior year to the actual outcome;
previously made by the authorities. Accordingly, this is identified as
a key audit matter ❑ Assessing and testing the adequacy and completeness of the
Company’s disclosures in respect of litigations and claims.
Revenue Recognition Our audit procedures included:
Ind AS 115 requires to consider management to account revenue ❑ Understood the processes and controls around established in
as per terms of contracts with customers and on fulfillment of
performance obligations recognition of revenue.
Due to the Company’s sales under various contractual terms and ❑ Focusing on the Company’s revenue recognition for
across the country, delivery to customers in different regions might
take different time periods and may result in undelivered goods at compliance
the period end. with Ind AS.
There is also a risk of revenue being overstated due to fraud resulting
from pressure on the Company to achieve performance targets at the ❑ Evaluated and tested design and operating effectiveness of
reporting period end. Accordingly, fraud and cut-off risks in revenue controls addressing risk.
recognition are considered as a key audit matter.
❑ Performed test check of sales transactions to verify contractual
terms of invoices, acknowledged delivery receipts and tested
the transit time to deliver the goods.
Information Other than the Standalone Financial Statements and Auditor’s Report Thereon
The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the preparation of the other information. The other information comprises
the information included in the Management Discussion and Analysis, Board’s Report including Annexures to Board’s Report,
Business Responsibility Report, Corporate Governance and Shareholder’s Information, but does not include the standalone
financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon.
Our opinion on the standalone financial statements does not cover the other information and we do not express any form of
assurance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the standalone financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in
doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the standalone financial statements or our
knowledge obtained during the course of our audit or otherwise appears to be materially misstated.
If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are
required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.
Management’s Responsibility for the Standalone Financial Statements
The Company’s Board of Directors is responsible for the matters stated in section 134(5) of the Act with respect to the
preparation of these standalone financial statements that give a true and fair view of the financial position, financial
performance, total comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows of the Company in accordance with the Ind
AS and other accounting principles generally accepted in India. This responsibility also includes maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing
and detecting frauds and other irregularities; selection and application of appropriate accounting policies; making judgments
and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and design, implementation and maintenance of adequate internal financial
controls, that were operating effectively for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, relevant to the
preparation and presentation of the standalone financial statements that give a true and fair view and are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the Standalone Financial Statements, management is responsible for assessing the Company’s ability to continue
as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting
unless management either intends to liquidate the Company or to cease operations, or has no realistic alternative but to do so.
The Board of Directors are responsible for overseeing the Company’s financial reporting process.
d) In our opinion, the aforesaid standalone financial statements comply with the Ind AS specified under Section 133
of the Act, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014.
e) On the basis of the written representations received from the directors as on March 31, 2023 taken on record by the
Board of Directors, none of the directors is disqualified as on March 31, 2023 from being appointed as a director in
terms of Section 164 (2) of the Act.
f) With respect to the adequacy of the internal financial controls over financial reporting of the Company and the
operating effectiveness of such controls, refer to our separate Report in “Annexure B”. Our report expresses an
unmodified opinion on the adequacy and operating effectiveness of the Company’s internal financial controls over
financial reporting.
g) With respect to the other matters to be included in the Auditor’s Report in accordance with the requirements of
section 197(16) of the Act, as amended:
In our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the remuneration
paid by the Company to its directors during the year is in accordance with the provisions of section 197 of the Act.
The remuneration paid to any director is not in excess of the limit laid down under Section 197 of the Act. The
Ministry of Corporate Affairs has not prescribed other details under Section 197(16) of the Act which are required
to be commented upon by us.
h) With respect to the other matters to be included in the Auditor’s Report in accordance with Rule 11 of the Companies
(Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, as amended in our opinion and to the best of our information and according to the
explanations given to us:
i. The Company has disclosed the impact of pending litigations on its financial position in its standalone financial
statements.
ii. The Company has made provision, as required under the applicable law or accounting standards, for material
foreseeable losses, if any, on long-term contracts including derivative contracts.
iii. There has been no delay in transferring amounts, required to be transferred, to the Investor Education and
Protection Fund by the Company.
iv. (a) The management has represented that, to the best of its knowledge and belief, other than as disclosed
in note 38 to the accounts, no funds have been advanced or loaned or invested (either from borrowed
funds or share premium or any other sources or kind of funds) by the Company to or in any other
persons or entities, including foreign entities (“Intermediaries”), with the understanding, whether
recorded in writing or otherwise, that the Intermediary shall directly or indirectly lend or invest in other
persons or entities identified in any manner whatsoever (“Ultimate Beneficiaries”) by or on behalf of the
Company or provide any guarantee, security or the like on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries.
b) The management has represented that, to the best of its knowledge and belief, other than as disclosed
in note 38 to the accounts, no funds have been received by the Company from any persons or entities,
including foreign entities (“Funding Parties”), with the understanding, whether recorded in writing
or otherwise, that the Company shall directly or indirectly, lend or invest in other persons or entities
identified in any manner whatsoever (“Ultimate Beneficiaries”) by or on behalf of the Funding Party or
provide any guarantee, security or the like on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries.
(c) Based on such audit procedures as considered reasonable and appropriate in the circumstances,
nothing has come to our notice that has caused us to believe that the representations under sub-clause
(iv) (a) and (iv) (b) contain any material mis-statement.
v. The Board of Directors of the Company have proposed final dividend for the year which is subject to the
approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The amount of dividend proposed is in
accordance with section 123 of the Act, as applicable
vi. Provision to Rule 3(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 for maintaining books of account using
accounting software which has a feature of recording audit trail (edit log) facility is applicable to the Company
with effect from April 1, 2023, and accordingly, reporting under Rule 11(g) of Companies (Audit and Auditors)
Rules, 2014 is not applicable for the financial year ended March 31, 2023.
(Referred to in paragraph 1 under ‘Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements’ section of our report to the
Members of Basant Agro Tech (India) Limited of even date)
(b) The Company has a program of verification to cover all the items of fixed assets in a phased manner which, in
our opinion, is reasonable having regard to the size of the Company and the nature of its assets. Pursuant to
the program, certain fixed assets were physically verified by the management during the year. According to the
information and explanations given to us, no material discrepancies were noticed on such verification.
(c) According to the information and explanations given to us, the records examined by us and based on the examination
of the conveyance deeds / registered sale deed provided to us, we report that, the title deeds, comprising all the
immovable properties of land and buildings which are freehold, are held in the name of the Company as at the
balance sheet date. In respect of immovable properties of land and building that have been taken on lease and
disclosed as fixed assets in the standalone financial statements, the lease agreements are in the name of the
Company.
(d) According to information and explanations given to us and on the basis of examination of the records of the
Company, none of its Property, Plant and Equipment (including Right of Use assets) or intangible assets or both
are revalued during the year.
(e) On the basis of available information, the Company does not hold any benami property under the Benami
Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988 (45 of 1988) and rules made there under.
ii. (a) According to the information and explanations given to us, the inventories have been physically verified at
reasonable intervals by the management during the year and no material discrepancies have been noticed. In our
opinion and according to the information
and explanations given to us, the procedures followed by the management for physical verification of inventory are
reasonable and adequate in relation to the size of the Company and the nature of the business.
(b) As disclosed in note (DP borrowing chart) to the financial statements, the Company has been sanctioned working
capital limits in excess of Rs. Five crores in aggregate from banks during the year on the basis of security of
current assets of the Company. The quarterly returns/statements filed by the Company with such banks are not in
agreement with the books of accounts of the Company and the details are as follows:
Partuculars Period Amount Amount as Difference Remarks
as per per Statement
Financials filed with
(Rs. in Bankers (Rs.
Lackh) in Lackh)
30.06.2022 26162.72 26162.72 0
iv. In our opinion and according to the information and explanations given to us, the Company has complied with the
provisions of Sections 185 and 186 of the Act in respect of grant of loans, making investments and providing guarantees
and securities, as applicable.
v. According to the information and explanation given to us, the Company has not accepted any deposits or amounts which
are deemed to be deposits as per the provisions of Section 73 to 76 or any other relevant provisions of the Act and the
rules framed there under.
vi. The maintenance of cost records has been specified by the Central Government under section 148(1) of the Companies
Act, 2013 for the business activities carried out by the Company. As observed and information provided to us, such
accounts and records have been made and maintained by the Company. However, we have not made a detailed
examination of the records with a view to determine whether they are accurate or complete.
vii. According to the records of the Company, undisputed statutory dues including Goods and Services Tax, provident fund,
employees’ state insurance, income-tax, sales-tax, service tax, duty of customs, duty of excise, value added tax, cess
and any other statutory dues have been regularly deposited with the appropriate authorities. According to the information,
as on balance sheet date, there are no dues in respect of aforesaid statutes which are not deposited on account of any
disputes.
viii. On the basis of our examination of the books and according to the information and explanations given to us, there is no
transaction which is not recorded in the books of account and have been surrendered or disclosed as income during the
year in the tax assessments under the Income Tax Act, 1961 (43 of 1961).
ix. a) On the basis of our examination of the books and according to the information and explanations given to us, during
the year, there are no defaults in repayment of dues to financial institutions, banks, Government or debenture
holders.
b) During the year the Company is not declared as wilful defaulter by any bank or financials institution or other lender.
c) Term Loans were applied for the purpose for which the loans were obtained.
d) Funds raised on short term basis have not been utilised for long term purposes.
e) The Company does not have any subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures hence question of raising of any funds
from any entity or person on account of or to meet the obligations of its subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures
does not arise.
f) The Company does not have any subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures hence question of raising of loans on
the pledge of securities held in subsidiaries, joint ventures or associate companies, does not arise.
x. a) The Company has not raised moneys by way of initial public offer during the year. The Company has taken term
loan from banks during the year and utilized them as per purpose of the loan.
b) In our opinion and on the basis of information and explanations given to us, the Company has not made any
Preferential allotment or private placement of shares or convertible debentures (fully, partially or optionally
Convertible) during the year.
xi. To the best of our knowledge and according to the information and explanations given to us, no fraud by the Company
or no material fraud on the Company by its officers or employees has been noticed or reported during the year.
xii. The Company is not a Nidhi Company and hence reporting under clause 3 (xii) of the Order is not applicable to the
Company.
xiii. In our opinion and according to the information and explanations given to us, the Company is in compliance with Section
177 and 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 where applicable, for all transactions with the related parties and the details
of related party transactions have been disclosed in the standalone financial statements as required by the applicable
accounting standards.
xiv. a) According to information and explanations given to us and based on our examination of the records of the Company,
it has an internal audit system commensurate with the size and nature of its business.
b) The reports of the Internal Auditors for the period under audit were considered by us.
xv. According to information and explanations given to us and based on our examination of the records of the Company, the
Company has not entered into non-cash transactions with directors or persons connected with him. Therefore paragraph
3(xv) of the Order is not applicable.
xvi. In our opinion and according to the information and explanations given to us, the Company is not required to be registered
under section 45- IA of Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Therefore paragraph 3(xvi) of the Order is not applicable.
xvii. The Company has not incurred any cash loss in the financial year and in the immediately preceding financial year.
xviii On the basis of the financial ratios, ageing and expected dates of realisation of financial assets and payment of financial
liabilities, other information accompanying the financial statements, our knowledge of the Board of Directors and
management plans, we are of the opinion that no material uncertainty exists as on the date of the audit report that the
Company is capable of meeting its liabilities existing at the date of balance sheet, as and when they fall due, within a
period of one year from the balance sheet date.
xix. According to the information and explanations given to us and based on our examination of the records of the Company,
there is no unspent amount which is required to be transferred to any Fund Specified in Schedule VII to the Companies
Act or to a Special account in compliance with the provisions of Sub-section (6) of Section 135 of the said Act.
xx. The Company does not have any subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures. Therefore paragraph 3(xxi) of the Order is
not applicable to the Company.
Chartered Accountants
Opinion
In our opinion, to the best of our information and according to the explanations given to us, the Company has, in all material
respects, an adequate internal financial controls system over financial reporting and such internal financial controls over
financial reporting were operating effectively as at March 31, 2023, based on the internal control over financial reporting criteria
established by the Company considering the essential components of internal control stated in the Guidance Note on Audit of
Internal Financial Controls Over Financial Reporting issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Chartered Accountants
STATEMENT OF PROFIT AND LOSS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH, 2023
( ` in lakhs)
NOTES As at As at
31st March 2023 31st March 2022
Revenue from operation 21 54926.03 44815.63
Other Income 22 93.29 17.84
Total Income 55019.32 44833.47
Expenditure
Cost of raw material consumed 23 42396.11 36474.9
Change in Inventories of finished goods work in 24 (374.18) (3977.48)
progress
Employee Benefits expenses 25 1718.70 1444.42
Finance costs 26 1062.39 596.69
Depreciation and amortisation expenses 27 635.15 518.81
Other Expenses 28 7592.83 7840.48
Total Expenses 53031.00 42897.82
Profit / (Loss) Before Extra ordinary items 1988.32 1935.65
Extra ordinary items - -
Profit Before Tax 1988.32 1935.65
Provision for Taxation
Current Tax 320.00 285.00
Deffered Tax 22.20 (113.50)
Tax Adjustments for earlier years (192.38) (135.22)
Profit After Tax 1838.49 1899.36
Other comprehensive income
a) (i) Items that will not be reclasified to profit and loss 1.69 1.51
(ii) Income tax relating to items that will not be 0.53 0.47
reclasified to profit and loss
b) (i) Items that will be reclasified to profit and loss
(ii) Income tax relating to items that will be reclasified
to profit and loss
Total comprehensive income for the period 1837.33 1898.33
Earning per Equity Shares basic and diluted (Face 2.02 2.09
value of Rs. 1/- each)
Significant accounting policies 1
The accompanying notes are forming part of the financial statements 2 to 41
As per our report of even date attached For and on behalf of the Board
For K.C Kankariya & CO. N. R. PATHAK S. C. BHARTIA
Chartered Accountants Chief Financial Officer Chairman & Managing Director
DIN.: 00151358
Firm Reg. No.: 104718W P. G. TODANKAR
K. C. KANKARIYA Company Secretary D. C. BHARTIA
M.No.: 043951 Managing Director
UDIN.: 23043951BGQGEQ6016
DIN.: 00151521
The company holds a prominent position in the agriculture sector and is recognized as one of Maharashtra’s leading manufacturers of a wide
range of agricultural inputs. Our product portfolio includes SSP Fertilizer, various hybrid seeds and NPK mixture granulated fertilizers. Most
recently the Company has diversified into Warehousing, Cold Storage and LABSA manufacturing. The company’s trademark, “Krishi Sanjivani,”
stands as a symbol of quality and is highly regarded by the farming community and customers.
Our production facilities are strategically located in different states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh. In addition to
our core agricultural operations, the company is actively involved in the generation of power through wind turbines and the operation and
maintenance of warehousing and cold storage facilities.
Furthermore, the successful establishment of a pipe manufacturing plant in Akola, Maharashtra, positions us to meet the growing demand for
drip irrigation systems, sprinklers, and HDPE portal water pipes. This expansion aligns naturally with our commitment to serving the burgeoning
rural markets.
• Summary of significant accounting policies
This note provides a list of the significant accounting policies adopted in the preparation of these financial statements. The policies have been
consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated.
a) Basis of preparation
i. Compliance with Ind AS
Basis of preparation of financial statements Effective April 1, 2017 the company has adopted all the Ind AS standards and adoption was
carried out in accordance with Ind AS 101, “First time adoption of Indian Accounting Standard”, with April 1, 2016 as the transition date.
The transition was carried out from the Indian Accounting Principles Generally Accepted in India as prescribed under Section 133 of the
Act,read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts)Rules,2014(IGAAP),which was the previous GAAP. Accounting policies have been
consistently applied except where a newly issued accounting standard is initially adopted or a revision to an existing accounting standard
requires a change in the accounting policy hitherto in use. The financial statements are presented in INR and all values are rounded to
the nearest INR Lakh , except when otherwise indicated.
ii. Current versus non-current classification
Classification of Assets and Liabilities as Current and Non-Current All Assets and Liabilities have been classified as current or non-current
as per the Company’s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in the Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the
nature of product & activities of the Company and their realisation in cash and cash equivalent, the Company has determined its operating
cycle as twelve months for the purpose of current and non-current classification of assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities
are classified as non-current assets and liabilities
b) Operating Segment
The company is primarily engaged in the business of manufacturers of various farm inputs in India comprising SSP Fertilizer, various hybrid seeds
and NPK mixture granulated fertilizers. Most recently the Company has diversified into Warehousing, Cold Storage and LABSA manufacturing.
Further all the commercial operations of the company are based in India. Performance is measured based on the management accounts as
included in the internal management reports that are reviewed by the company’s Chairman and Managing director. Accordingly, the Company
classifies Seed, Fertilizer and Others as three major operating segments.
c) Fair value measurement
The Company measures financial instruments at fair value at each balance sheet date.
Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants
at the measurement date.
All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorised within the fair value hierarchy,
described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:
• Level 1 — Quoted (unadjusted) market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities
• Level 2 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is directly or indirectly
observable
• Level 3 — Valuation techniques for which the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is unobservable
d) Revenue recognition
Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised, when all the significant risk and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer, the
Company no longer has effective control over the goods sold, the amount of revenue and costs associated with the transaction can be measured
reliably and no significant uncertainty exists regarding the amount of consideration that will be derived from the sales of Goods. Revenue from the
sale of goods is measured at the fair value of the consideration receivable, net of returns and allowances, trade discounts and volume rebates.
The sales include the excise duty and exclude Value added tax/ sales tax/ Goods and service tax.
Rendering of services
Revenue received from Warehouse, i.e. Rental Income is recognised on accrual basis as and when the outcome of a transaction can be reliably
estimated.
Interest income
Interest income for debt instruments is recognised using the effective interest rate method. The effective interest rate is the rate that discounts
losses are recognised in a separate provision for impairment and the impairment losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss within
other expenses. Subsequent changes in assessment of impairment are recognised in provision for impairment and the change in impairment
losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss within other expenses
t) Investment in Equity Shares.
Investments in Equity Securities are initially measured at cost. Any subsequent fair value gain or loss is recognized through Profit or Loss if such
investments in Equity Securities are held for trading purposes. The fair value gains or losses of all other Equity Securities are recognized in Other
Comprehensive Income.
Derecognition.
Financial Asset is primarily derecognised when:
i. The right to receive cash flows from asset has expired, or.
ii. The Company has transferred its right to receive cash flows from the asset or has assumed an obligation to pay the received cash flows
in full without material delay to a third party under a “ pass-through” arrangement and either:
a) The Company has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, or
b) The Company has neither transferred nor retained substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset, but has transferred control
of the asset.
When the Company has transferred its right to receive cash flows from an asset or has entered into a pass through
arrangement, it evaluates if and to what extent it has retained the risks and rewards of ownership. When it has neither transferred nor retained
substantially all of the risks and rewards of the asset, nor transferred control of the asset, the Company continues to recognise the transferred
asset to the extent of the Company’s continuing involvement. In that case, the Company also recognises an associated liability. The transferred
asset and the associated liability are measured on a basis that reflects the rights and obligations that the Company has retained. Continuing
involvement that takes the form of a guarantee over the transferred asset is measured at
the lower of the original carrying amount of the asset and the maximum amount of consideration that the Company could be required to repay.
u) Investments in Associates
Investments in equity shares of Associates are recorded at cost and reviewed for impairment at each reporting date
v) Financial Liabilities
Initial recognition and measurement
All financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value and, in the case of loans and borrowings and payables, net of directly attributable
transaction costs. The Company’s financial liabilities include trade and other payables, loans and borrowings including bank overdrafts, and
derivative financial instruments.
Subsequent Measurement.
The measurement of financial liabilities depends on their classification, as described below:
i. Financial Liabilities at Fair Value through Profit or Loss. Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss include financial liabilities
held for trading. The Company has not designated any financial liabilities upon initial measurement recognition at fair value through profit
or loss. Financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are at each reporting date with all the changes recognized in the Statement
of Profit and Loss.
ii. Financial Liabilities measured at Amortised Cost.
After initial recognition, interest bearing loans and borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest
rate method (‘’EIR’’) except for those designated in an effective hedging relationship. The carrying value of borrowings that are designated
as hedged items in fair value hedges that would otherwise be carried at amortised cost are adjusted to record changes in fair values
attributable to the risks that are hedged in effective hedging relationship. Amortised cost is calculated by taking into account any discount
or premium on acquisition and fee or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortisation is included in finance costs in the
Statement of Profit and Loss.
iii. Loans and Borrowings.
After initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method.
Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is recognised in profit or loss over the period
of the borrowings using the effective interest method. Fees paid on the establishment of loan facilities are recognised as transaction costs
of the loan to the extent that it is probable that some or all of the facility will be drawn down. Borrowings are classified as current liabilities
unless the Company has an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting period.
iv. Trade and Other Payables.
Apayable is classified as ’trade payable’ if it is in respect of the amount due on account of goods purchased or services received in
the normal course of business. These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Company prior to the end of
financial year which are unpaid. Trade and other payables are presented as current liabilities unless payment is not due within 12 months
after the reporting period. They are recognised initially at their fair value and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective
interest method.
De-recognition of Financial Liability
A Financial Liability is derecognised when the obligation under the liability is discharged or cancelled or expires. The difference between
the carrying amount of a financial liability that has been extinguished or transferred to another party and the consideration paid, including
any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed, is recognised in profit or loss as other income or finance costs.
Offsetting of Financial Instruments
C. Intangible Assets - - - - - - - - - -
Note No. 2.2 Ageing Schedule for Capital-work-in progress (CWIP) and intangible assets under development
As at As at
31 March 2023 31 March 2022
Note-6 Inventories
Raw Material 7760.90 6590.81
Packing Material 947.34 966.55
Work In Process 0.00 0.00
Finished Goods 10720.50 10346.32
Stores and Spares and other consumables 188.99 238.05
Total Inventories 19617.73 18141.73
Sr Shareholder's Name Shareholding at the begining of the Shareholding at the End of the % change in
No year - 2022 year - 2023 shareholding
No of % of the %of Shares No of % of the % of Shares during the
Shares Total of the Pledged / Shares Total Pledged / year
Held Company encumbered to Held of the encumbered to
total shares Company total shares
1 SHASHIKANT C 8322630 9.1833 0 8322630 9.1833 0 0
BHARTIA
2 DEEPAK C. BHARTIA 8303830 9.1626 0 8303830 9.1626 0 0
3 SNEHLATA S BHARTIA 7306634 8.0623 0 7306634 8.0623 0 0
4 AKSHAY 3820000 4.2151 0 3820000 4.2151 0 0
DEEPAKKUMAR
BHARTIA
5 VISHAL SHASHIKANT 3661149 4.0398 0 3661149 4.0398 0 0
BHARTIA
6 NEETADEVI 3647027 4.0242 0 3647027 4.0242 0 0
DEEPAKKUMAR
BHARTIA
7 NAVALKISHORE 3397000 3.7483 0 3397000 3.7483 0 0
CHIMANLAL BHARTIA
8 ASHWINKUMAR 3200000 3.5309 0 3200000 3.5309 0 0
NAVALKISHORE
BHARTIA
9 TARADEVI C. BHARTIA 2540000 2.8027 0 2540000 2.8027 0 0
Securities premium:
As per last Balance Sheet 1462.87 1462.87
Retained Earnings:
As per last Balance Sheet 12928.27 11083.28
Net Profit/(loss) for the year 1838.50 1899.37
Impact due to Ind-AS (72.50) (54.38)
Other Comprehensive Income:
As per last Balance Sheet (1.51) (0.43)
Impact due to Ind-AS (0.57) (1.08)
Total Other Equity 16187.6 14422.17
Note- 14 Borrowing
Long Term Borrowing
Secured
Term Loan from Banks 1352.79 420.18
Vehicle Loan 16.72 -
From Promoters 1525.75 1531.19
Total Borrowing 2895.26 1951.37
NOTE No. 36 :
Previous Years’ figures / published financial results have been regrouped and reclassified wherever necessary to correspond
with the current years’ classification / disclosures.
Note No. 38 :
No funds have been advanced or loaned or invested (either from borrowed funds or share premium or any other sources or
kind of funds) by the Company to or in any other person(s) or entity(ies), including foreign entities (“Intermediaries”) with the
understanding, whether recorded in writing or otherwise, that the Intermediary shall lend or invest in party identified by or on
behalf of the Company (Ultimate Beneficiaries).
The Company has not received any fund from any party(s) (Funding Party) with the understanding that the Company shall
whether, directly or indirectly lend or invest in other persons or entities identified by or on behalf of the Company (“Ultimate
Beneficiaries”) or provide any guarantee, security or the like on behalf of the Ultimate Beneficiaries.
Note No. 39 : Relationship with Struck
off Companies: The Company did not have any transactions with companies struck off under Section 248 of the Companies
Act, 2013 or section 560 of Companies Act, 1956.
Note No. 40 : No transactions to report
Against the following disclosure requirements as notified by MCA pursuant to amended Schedule III:
a) Loans/ Advance granted to Directors/Promoters/ KMP/ Related parties
b) Crypto Currency or Virtual Currency
c) Title Deeds of Immovable property not held in the name of Company.
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