Your directors have pleasure in presenting their 51st Annual Report on the business, operations and financialperformance of the Bhagawati Gas Limited (the "Company” or "BGL”), together with the Audited Financial Statementsof the Company, for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 as follows:
(All amounts in this report are presented in lacs, unless otherwise specified.)
The Financial Performance of the Company for the financial year ended on March 31, 2025 is as follows:
Particulars
FY 2024-25
FY 2023-24
Gross Revenue
435.62
142.22
Total expenses
347.54
132.44
Profit / (loss) before tax
88.08
9.79
Tax expenses
Current tax
-
2.20
Deferred tax
32.96
29.60
Tax on Earlier Year
40.88
Total Tax Expense
73.84
31.80
Profit After Tax
14.24
(22.01)
Other comprehensive income Items that willnot be reclassified to profit or loss (Net ofTaxes)
3.08
4.08
Total Comprehensive Income for the year
17.31
(17.93)
Highlights of the Company's financial performance for the year ended March 31, 2025 are as under:
During the year under review, the company earned a revenue of Rs. 46.16/- and income from other sources is Rs.389.46/- therefore the total Income of the Company was Rs. 435.62/- against Rs. 142,22- in the previous year.
The Company has incurred a profit of Rs 14.23/- as compared to a loss Rs. (22.01)/- in the previous year. The companyis hoping for better growth of Company and profits in the forthcoming years.
Bhagawati Gases Limited (BGL), the flagship of the Bhagawati Group and a company listed on the Bombay StockExchange, is a well-diversified enterprise with core expertise in industrial gases, wastewater treatment, renewableenergy, contracting, and international trading.
Our manufacturing activities include the operation of large-tonnage air separation plants for the production ofatmospheric industrial gases, along with the manufacturing of FRP pipes and composite products that cater to criticalsectors such as oil & gas, water supply, and infrastructure.
With over three decades of research and hands-on experience, BGL has established itself as a pioneer in thebioremediation of wastewater and restoration of polluted water bodies. Our advanced biological solutions havesuccessfully treated effluents in challenging industries such as chemicals, agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, leather,textiles, and electroplating, offering sustainable alternatives where traditional methods failed.
BGL continues to strengthen its growth through strategic partnerships and collaborations. The Company is inadvanced discussions with ONGC Limited for joint projects in rare gas extraction, geothermal initiatives, andcarbon capture technologies, building on its proven expertise in cryogenics and green innovations. Additionally,discussions are underway for a collaboration with ONGC on the remediation of polluted water, reinforcing ourcommitment to environmental stewardship.
In line with our healthcare focus, BGL has also entered into an agreement with a Korean technology partner for themarketing of medical oxygen plants in India, enhancing our ability to serve hospitals and medical institutions withreliable and cost-effective oxygen solutions.
BGL's diverse operations, global partnerships, and innovation-driven strategy demonstrate its dedication tosustainable growth. As we expand our portfolio in healthcare, renewable energy, and environmental remediation, ourvision remains clear — to create value for stakeholders while contributing to a cleaner, greener, and healthier future.
There is no change in business of the Company for the year under review.
Your Company did not have any Subsidiary/Material Subsidiary/Joint Venture/Associate during the year under review.Hence the details of this clause are not applicable to the Company.
The Authorised Capital of the Company as on March 31, 2025 stood at Rs. 25,00,00,000/- (Rupees Twenty-FiveCrore Only) divided into 2,50,00,000 (Two Crore Fifty Lakhs Equity Share) Equity Shares of Rs 10/- each (RupeesTen each).
Rs. 16,74,24,590/-(Rupees Sixteen Crores Seventy-Four Lakhs Twenty-Four Thousand Five Hundred Ninety Only)divided into 1,67,42,459 (One Crore Sixty-Seven Lakhs Forty-Two Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Nine only) equityshares of Rs. 10/- each (Rupees Ten each).
The Share Capital of the Company remained unchanged during the period under review.
During the financial year, the Board of Directors has not recommended any dividend for the financial year ended March31, 2025.
There was no interim dividend declared during reporting period.
In compliance of Section 124 and 125 of the Act read with Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority(Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016, any money transferred to the Unpaid Dividend Account of aCompany in pursuance of these sections, which remains unpaid or unclaimed for a period of seven years from the dateof such transfer shall be transferred by the Company along with interest accrued, if any, thereon to the Fund establishedunder sub-section (1) of section 125 of the Act i.e. Investor Education and Protection Fund.
During the financial year, the Company was not liable to transfer any unclaimed dividends and corresponding sharesthereto to IEPF.
During the financial year, there was no amount transferred to any of the reserves by the Company.
The particulars of loans given, guarantees given securities provided and investments made under the provisions ofSection 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are provided in the financial statement, which forms a part of the Annual Report.
During the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the Company has not invited or accepted any deposit from the publicfalling within the ambit of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 and rules framed there under. Hence, no public depositis outstanding during the financial year 2024-25.
During the period under review the Company has not accepted loan/borrowing from its Director in reference of subrule 1 clause (c) sub clause (viii) of rule 2 of Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) rules, 2014.
During the financial year 2024-25 the Company has not entered into any related party transactions which are requiredto be disclosed as per the provisions of Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013 and other Related Party Transactionswhich were entered during the year were in Ordinary Course of the Business and on Arm's Length basis and as per AS -18 of the Companies Act, 2013, were properly noted, disclosed and annexed to the balance sheet and forming part of thefinancial statement of the Company. Your Directors draw attention of the members to Note 24 to the financial statementwhich sets out related party disclosures.
Accordingly, the disclosure of Related Party Transactions as required under Section 134(3) (h) of the Companies Act,2013 is not required to disclose in Form AOC-2.
As per the provisions of Regulation 34 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015 read with Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, a detailed review by the Management of the business operations of the Company is presented underseparate section “Management Discussion and Analysis” which forms a part of this Annual Report. The MD&A Reportcaptures your Company's performance, industry trends and other material changes with respect to your Company.
The Management Discussion and Analysis Report on the operations and financial position of the Company have beenprovided as “Annexure- D” which forms part of the Directors' Report.
During the period under review, the following material changes and commitments have occurred between the end ofthe financial year and the date of this Report, which may affect the financial position of the Company:
• Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN: 11210456) was appointed as an Additional Independent Director of theCompany w.e.f July 28, 2025. His appointment is proposed to be regularized as an Independent Director in theAnnual General Meeting.
• Ms. Nidhi Babbar has been appointed as the Whole Time Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of theCompany w.e.f July 04, 2025.
• The Hon'ble Supreme Court, vide order dated July 17, 2025, granted the Company an extension for completingpending compliances related to revocation of suspension. The Company has duly addressed the outstandingmatters and is in the process of completing necessary regulatory requirements and procedures.
In accordance with the provisions of regulation 15(2) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, the compliance with the corporate governance provisions as specified in regulations 17, 17A, 18, 19,20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 24A, 25, 26, 27 and clauses (b) to (i) and (t) of sub-regulation (2) of regulation 46 and para C, D and Eof Schedule V of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, are not applicable to theCompany.
The Board of Directors of the Company comprises highly experienced professionals of repute and integrity, bringingwith them diverse skills, expertise, and industry knowledge. The Board has an effective mix of Executive and Non¬Executive Directors, enabling balanced decision-making and sound governance practices.
During the financial year 2024-25, there was a temporary vacancy in the position of one Independent Director. As aresult, the optimum composition of the Board, as prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR)Regulations, 2015, could not be fully maintained for a part of the year. Notwithstanding this, the Board continued todischarge its functions effectively, with active participation from all members in Board and Committee meetings. TheExecutive Chairman provided strategic leadership, guided policy formulation, and extended full support to theExecutive Directors, business heads, and associates.
Subsequent to the closure of the financial year, the Company took corrective measures to regularize the composition ofthe Board. Accordingly, Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN: 11210456) was appointed as an Additional IndependentDirector on July 28, 2025. With this appointment, the Board and its Committees stand duly constituted in compliancewith the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
The reconstituted Board now reflects the requisite balance of Executive, Non-Executive, and Independent Directors. TheDirectors actively contribute their expertise, ensuring transparency, accountability, and independence in the decision¬making process. The Company remains committed to upholding the highest standards of corporate governance, withthe Board providing strategic oversight and guidance in the best interests of all stakeholders.
Name of Directors and KeyManagerial Personnel
Designation
Category
DIN/ PAN
Mr. Rakesh Samrat Bhardwaj
Managing Director
Executive Director
00029757
Mrs. Shachi Bhardwaj
Director
Non-Executive Director
07232850
Mr. Vijay Gupta
Non-Executive IndependentDirector
10473091
Mr. Nawal Joshi
03292405
Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal
Additional Director
11210456
Mr. Dayumn Bhardwaj
CFO
Chief Financial Officer
CDEPB0520P
Ms. Nidhi Babbar
Company Secretary
Whole- Time CompanySecretary
cum Compliance officer
AUIPD4897N
The Company's Board of Directors comprises eminent individuals of proven competence, integrity, and professionalstanding. In addition to their extensive experience, the Directors bring with them strong financial acumen, strategicinsight, and leadership capabilities. They demonstrate a high level of commitment to the Company by devoting adequatetime to meetings, preparations, and deliberations, thereby contributing meaningfully to the governance and growth ofthe organization.
The Board meets at regular intervals to deliberate on matters relating to business strategy, policy formulation, andother key areas of governance. Each quarterly meeting includes comprehensive presentations on operational andfinancial performance, ensuring effective oversight and informed decision-making. Board and Committee meetings arepre-scheduled, and an annual calendar is circulated well in advance to facilitate meaningful participation by allDirectors. In instances of special or urgent business requirements, approvals are sought either through resolutionspassed by circulation or by convening meetings at shorter notice, in accordance with the applicable legal framework.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 152(6) of the Act read with the rules made thereunder and as per the Articles ofAssociation of the Company Mr. Nawal Joshi (DIN: 03292405) is liable to retire by rotation and being eligible to offershimself for re-appointment at the ensuing annual general meeting of the Company to sought your approval as per theprovisions of Companies Act.
During the financial year under review, the Company witnessed important changes in its Board and Key ManagerialPersonnel, reflecting a phase of transition and strengthening of its governance framework which are detailed below:
• Mr. Vijay Gupta (DIN: 10473091), a seasoned professional, was inducted on the Board as a Non-ExecutiveAdditional Independent Director on June 6, 2024. His appointment was further regularized as an IndependentDirector at the 50th Annual General Meeting of the Company held on December 28, 2024, thereby strengtheningthe Board with his expertise and governance acumen.
• Mr. Nawal Kishor Joshi (DIN: 03292405), a distinguished industry veteran with extensive leadership experience,was appointed as a Non-Executive Director at the 50th Annual General Meeting of the Company held onDecember 28, 2024. His induction reinforces the Company's commitment to strategic growth, transparency, andstrong corporate governance.
• Mr. Ganga Charan (DIN: 00387567) retired from the position of Independent Director of the Company witheffect from September 29, 2024, upon completion of his second consecutive term in accordance with theprovisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
• Ms. Harshita Sharma resigned from the post of Whole Time Company Secretary and Compliance Officer of theCompany with effect from September 30, 2024.
With the aforesaid appointments, the composition of the Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel ofthe Company has been duly reconstituted and now stands in full compliance with the applicable provisions ofthe Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.”
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Company held 7 Seven) board meetings of the Board of Directors as per Section173 of Companies Act, 2013 which is summarized below. The provisions of Companies Act, 2013 were adhered to whileconsidering the time gap between two meetings
S.No.
Date of Meeting
Board Strength
No. of Directors Present
1.
30.05.2024
3
2.
06.06.2024
3.
14.08.2024
4
4.
18.10.2024
5.
14.11.2024
6.
02.12.2024
7.
14.02.2025
ATTENDANCE OF DIRECTOR
S.
No
Name of Director
Meeting of Board
Meeting of Committees ofthe Board
Number of
meeting
Held
Meeting
attendant
%
Number
of
1
Rakesh Samrat Bhardwaj
7
100
5
2
Ganga Charan
Shachi Bhardwaj
Vijay Gupta
Nawal Kishor Joshi
The Committees of the Board are constituted to facilitate focused oversight in specific areas of governance and tosupport the Board in the effective discharge of its responsibilities. Each Committee operates within its defined terms ofreference and plays a vital role in enhancing transparency, accountability, and efficiency in decision-making.
While the Corporate Governance requirements prescribed under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015 are not applicable to the Company, the Committees of the Board have beenconstituted in compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013. This ensures that the governance frameworkof the Company remains robust and aligned with the applicable statutory requirements.
During the year under review, all Committees of the Board functioned effectively and discharged their respectiveresponsibilities with diligence. The Board has accepted all recommendations made by its Committees, therebyreinforcing the independence, objectivity, and effectiveness of the governance process.
Details of the various Committees, including their composition, terms of reference, number of meetings held, andattendance of members, are provided in the following sections of this Annual Report.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Audit Committee of the Company was duly constituted and compliant with therequirements of Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 18 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations andDisclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 except for a part of the year.
Following the retirement of Mr. Ganga Charan w.e.f September 29, 2024 from the position of Independent Director andprior to the appointment of Mr. Vijay Gupta (w..e.f June 06, 2024), the optimal composition of the Audit Committee, asprescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, could not be fully maintained for thatpart period. Despite efforts made by the Company, a suitable candidate fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria couldnot be identified and appointed during the year.
During the year under review four (4) meetings of Audit Committee were held on (i) May 30, 2024, (ii) August 14, 2024,(iii) November 14, 2024, and (iv) February 14, 2025 and the gap between two meetings did not exceed one hundredand twenty days. The composition of the Audit Committee and the attendance of members at the meetings of the AuditCommittee held during the financial year 2024-25 are as follows:
Sr.
Name of Member(s)
Nature ofmembership
Numbers of the Meetings
% of
attendance
(C)=(B)/(A)
Held during the year(A)
Attended
(B)
Mr. Rakesh SamratBhardwaj
Member
Mr. Ganga Charan
*Chairman
/Member
**Chairman
Note:
* Ceased to be Chairman with effect from June 06, 2024**Chairman with effect from June 06, 2024
The meetings of Audit Committee are also attended by the Key Managerial Personnel's (KMP), Statutory Auditors,Secretarial Auditor and Internal Auditor as Invitees.
The Audit Committee is entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the Company's financial reporting process andensuring the integrity of financial statements. Its primary functions include the review of quarterly, half-yearly, andannual financial statements, examination of the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal audit function, and discussionwith the management on financial performance. The Committee also recommends the appointment or re-appointmentof statutory auditors, fixation of audit fees, and reviews significant internal audit observations, related partytransactions, and the Management Discussion & Analysis of financial condition and results of operations, along withmatters relating to statutory compliance.
The Audit Committee serves as a vital link between the management, external auditors, internal auditors, and the Boardof Directors, thereby facilitating an independent and transparent financial reporting mechanism.
In addition to the above, the Committee has also carried out such other functions as are prescribed under Section 177 ofthe Companies Act, 2013.
• Mr. Vijay Gupta (DIN: 10473091) was appointed as an Independent Director of the Company with effect fromJune 06, 2024 and was simultaneously appointed as a member and Chairman of the Audit Committee.
• Mr. Ganga Charan (DIN: 00387567), Non-Executive Independent Director, ceased to hold the position ofChairman of the Audit Committee with effect from June 06,2024 but continued as a member until September 29,2024.
• Subsequent to the closure of the financial year, the Audit Committee was reconstituted in the Board Meetingheld on July 28, 2025, wherein Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN: 11210456), Additional Independent Directorof the Company, was appointed as a member of the Audit Committee with effect from the same date.
With the aforesaid appointment, the composition of the Audit Committee of the Company has been duly reconstitutedand now stands in full compliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Present Composition of the Audit Committee is as follows:
Name of the Director
Position held in theCommittee
Category of Director
Chairman
Non- Executive Independent Director
Non- Executive Additional IndependentDirector
The Company Secretary acts as the Secretary to the Audit Committee.
The previous Annual General Meeting of the Company held on December 28, 2024 was attended by Vijay Gupta,Chairman of the Audit Committee.
During the financial year 2024-25, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company was duly constitutedand compliant with the requirements of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 for a part of the year.
Subsequently, following the retirement of Mr. Ganga Charan from the position of Independent Director with effect fromSeptember 29, 2024, and prior to the appointment of Mr. Vijay Gupta with effect from June 06, 2024, the optimalcomposition of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as prescribed under Section 178 of the Companies Act,2013, could not be fully maintained for that period. Despite the Company's best efforts, a suitable candidate meeting theprescribed eligibility criteria could not be identified and appointed during the year.
As on March 31, 2025, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee consists of two (02) members out of which Mr.Vijay Gupta is Non-Executive Independent Directors and Mrs. Shachi Bhardwaj is Non-executive director. Thecommittee is chaired by Mr. Vijay Gupta (Non-Executive Independent Director).The purpose of the committee is toscreen and review individuals qualified to serve as executive directors, non-executive directors and independentdirectors, consistent with criteria approved by the Board, and to recommend, for approval by the Board, nominees forelection at the AGM.
During the year, Two (2) meetings of Nomination and Remuneration Committee were held on (i) June 06, 2024, (ii)December 28, 2024, which was duly attended by all the Committee members.
The composition of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the attendance of the members at the meetingsof the Nomination and Remuneration Committee held during the financial year 2023-24, are as follows:
SR.
Held duringthe year (A)
Attended (B)
Chairman**
Chairman/Member*
*Ceased to be Chairman with effect from June 06, 2024**Chairman with effect from June 06, 2024
Nomination and Remuneration Committee: Appointments and Reconstitution
• Mr. Vijay Gupta (DIN: 10473091) was appointed as an Additional Independent Director of the Company and wassimultaneously appointed as a member and Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
• Mr. Ganga Charan (DIN: 00387567), Non-Executive Independent Director, ceased to hold the position ofChairperson of the Committee with effect from June 06,2024but continued as a member until September 29,2025.
• Subsequent to the closure of the financial year, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee was reconstitutedin the Board Meeting held on July 28, 2025, wherein Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN: 11210456), AdditionalIndependent Director of the Company, was appointed as a member of the Committee with effect from the samedate.
With the aforesaid appointment, the composition of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, of the Company hasbeen duly reconstituted and now stands in full compliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Non- Executive AdditionalIndependent Director
The previous AGM of the Company held on December 28, 2024 was attended by Mr. Vijay Gupta, Chairman of theNomination and Remuneration Committee.
The Company Secretary acts as the Secretary to the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
As per the provisions of the Act and Listing Regulations, the Nomination and Remuneration Committee has laid downthe evaluation criteria for performance evaluation of the Independent Directors. Performance evaluation of theIndependent Directors was carried out by the Board and NRC, except the Director being evaluated, as per theNomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company.
The NRC has devised criteria for performance evaluation of the Independent Directors. The said criteria provide certainparameters like attendance, acquaintance with business, communication inter-se between Board members, effectiveparticipation, domain knowledge, compliance with code of conduct, vision and strategy, benchmarks established byglobal peers, integrity and maintenance of confidentiality, implementing best corporate governance practice etc.,exercising independent judgment during board deliberations on strategy, performance, risk management, reporting onFrauds, compliance with the policies of the company etc., which is in compliance with guidance note issued by theSecurities and Exchange Board of India and Institute of Company Secretaries of India and other applicable laws,regulations and guidelines.
In terms of the provisions of Section 178(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 19 of the SEBI (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (“SEBI Listing Regulations”), the Nomination andRemuneration Committee has formulated the criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes andindependence of Directors. The key features of which are as follows:
• Qualifications - The Board nomination process encourages diversity of experience, thought, knowledge, age andgender. It also ensures that the Board has an appropriate blend of functional and industry expertise.
• Positive Attributes - Apart from the duties of Directors as prescribed in the Companies Act, 2013, the Directors areexpected to demonstrate high standards of ethical behavior, communication skills, and independent judgment. TheDirectors are also expected to abide by the respective Code of Conduct as applicable to them.
• Independence - A Director will be considered independent if he/she meets the criteria laid down in Section 149(6) ofthe Companies Act, 2013, the Rules framed there under and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI Listing Regulations, asamended from time to time.
The Company pays remuneration to its Executive Director-Managing Director and others by way of Salary, perquisitesand allowances. Salary is paid within the range as approved by the Shareholders and as per Companies Act, 2013. TheBoard approves all the revisions in salary, perquisites and allowances subject to the overall ceiling prescribed bySection 197 and 198 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Non-Executive Independent Directors have not been paid anyremuneration except sitting fees during the financial year 2024-25.
Salary
Sitting
fees
Bonus
Stock
option
Others
Total
Remuneration
Executive Director (Managing Director)
18,60,000
Mrs. ShachiBhardwaj
96,000
9,6000
Mr. Nawal KishorJoshi
Non-Executive Independent Director
30,000
The Board has, on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee adopted a policy onNominations & Remuneration for Directors, Key Managerial Executives, Senior Management and Other Employees,which, inter-alia, lays down the criteria for identifying the persons who are qualified to be appointed as Directorsand/or Senior Management Personnel of the Company, along with the criteria for determination of remuneration ofDirectors, KMPs, Senior Management and other employees and their evaluation and includes other matters, asprescribed under the provisions of Section 178 of the Act and SEBI (LODR) Regulations. The Company's Remuneration
Policy is available on the Company's website at www.bglgroup.in.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has constituted a Stakeholders'Relationship Committee to oversee and ensure the effective redressal of grievances of the security holders of theCompany. The Committee is entrusted with the responsibility of addressing matters relating to transfer andtransmission of securities, non-receipt of dividends, and such other issues as may be raised by security holders fromtime to time, thereby safeguarding their interests and strengthening investor confidence.
As on March 31, 2025, the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee comprises three (3) members, namely:
Non- Executive Independent
Non- Executive Director
During the year, one (1) meetings of Stakeholders' Relationship Committee was held on (i) March 07, 2025, which wasduly attended by all the Committee members.
% of attendance(C)=(B)/(A)
Held during theyear (A)
Member/Chairman*
0
• During the year under review, Mr. Ganga Charan (DIN: 00387567), Non-Executive Independent Director,ceased to hold the position of Chairman of the Committee with effect from June 6, 2024, and continued as amember until September 29, 2024, being the date of his retirement from the directorship of the Company.
• Further, with effect from June 6, 2024, Mr. Vijay Gupta (DIN: 10473091) was appointed as an AdditionalIndependent Director of the Company and was simultaneously inducted as a member and Chairman of theCommittee.
In compliance with the provisions of Regulation 6(1) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and DisclosureRequirements) Regulations, 2015, the Board had designated Whole-time Company Secretary, as the ComplianceOfficer of the Company for the purpose of monitoring investor complaints and ensuring compliance with the applicablelaws.
The previous AGM of the Company held on December 28, 2024 was attended by Mr. Vijay Gupta, Chairman of theStakeholders' Relationship Committee.
The Company has been attending to all investor grievances/complaints expeditiously and promptly to the satisfaction ofstakeholder(s). The status of Shareholders/ Investors Grievances pursuant to Regulation 13(3) of Listing Regulationsfor the financial year 2024-25, is as follows:
Number of Complaints
Pending at the beginning of the financial year
Nil
Received during the financial year
Disposed during the financial year
Remaining unresolved as on March 31, 2025
MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
During the year under review, the Independent Directors met on August 14, 2024, without the attendance of Non¬Independent Directors and members of the management inter-alia, to:
• Review the performance of Non-Independent Directors and the Board as a whole.
• Review the performance of the Chairperson of the Company, taking into account the views of the Executive andNon-Executive Directors.
• Assess the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the management of the Company andthe Board of Directors that is necessary for the Board of Directors to effectively and reasonably perform theirduties.
DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(3)(d) of the Act, the Company has received individual declarations from everyIndependent Director under Section 149(6) of the Act and regulation 16(1)(b) the Listing Regulations confirming thatthat they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under the Act and the Listing Regulations and are notdisqualified from continuing as Independent Directors and that they have registered themselves as an IndependentDirector in the data bank maintained with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.
The Independent Directors of the Company have complied with the Code for Independent Directors as prescribed inSchedule IV to the Act. Based on the declarations received from the Independent Directors, the Board of Directorsrecorded its opinion that all the Independent Directors are independent of the management and have fulfilled theconditions as specified under the governing provisions of the Act read with the rules made thereunder and the ListingRegulations.
FAMILIARISATION PROGRAMME FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
At the time of the appointment of an independent director, the Company issues a formal letter of appointment outlininghis / her role, function, duties and responsibilities.
As trustees of shareholders, Independent Directors play a pivotal role in upholding Corporate Governance norms andensuring fairness in decision making. Being experts in various fields, they also bring Independent Judgment on mattersof strategy, risk management, controls and business performance.
At the time of appointing a new Independent Director, a formal letter of appointment is given to the Director inter alia;explaining the role, duties and responsibilities of the Director. The Director is also explained in detail the Compliancesrequired from him / her under the Act, SEBI Regulations and other relevant regulations.
By way of an introduction to the Company, presentations are also made to the newly appointed Independent Directoron relevant information like overview of the Company's businesses, market and business environment, growth andperformance, organizational setup of the Company, governance and internal control processes.
On-going familiarization program aims to provide insights into the Company and the business environment to enable allthe Independent Directors to be updated of newer challenges, risks and opportunities relevant in the Company's contextand to lend perspective to the strategic direction of the Company.
Your Company has put in place a Familiarization Programme for Independent Directors to familiarize them with theirroles, rights, responsibilities, nature of the Industry, Company's strategy, business plan, operations, markets, products,etc. The details of the Company's Familiarization Programme are available on the Company's website www.bglgroup.in
The Board of Directors has carried out an annual evaluation of its own performance, Board Committees, and individualDirectors pursuant to the provisions of the Act and the Listing Regulations.
The Board evaluated its performance after seeking inputs from all the Directors on the basis of criteria such as theBoard composition and structure, effectiveness of Board processes, information and functioning, etc. The performanceof the Committees was evaluated by the Board after seeking inputs from the committee members on the basis of criteriasuch as the composition of committees, effectiveness of committee meetings, etc. The above criteria are as provided bythe Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and Exchange Board of India.
The Chairman of the Board had one-on-one meetings with the Independent Directors and the Chairman of NRC had one-on-one meetings with the Executive and Non-Executive, Non- Independent Directors. These meetings were intended toobtain Directors' inputs on effectiveness of the Board/Committee processes.
The Board and the NRC reviewed the performance of individual directors on the basis of criteria such as thecontribution of the individual director to the board and committee meetings like preparedness on the issues to bediscussed, meaningful and constructive contribution and inputs in meetings, etc.
While Independent directors in their separate meeting have carried out to assess the performance of Chairman andother Directors of the Board more particularly about their business acumen and contribution to the Company, theperformance evaluation of the Independent Directors was carried out by the entire Board. The Independent Directorsexpressed their satisfaction with the evaluation process, functioning such as adequacy of the composition of the Boardof Directors and its Committees, Board culture, execution and performance of duties, obligations, responsibilities andgovernance.
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134 (3) (p) the Companies Act, 2013 and Listing Regulations, the Board hascarried out the annual performance evaluation of its own performance, the Directors individually as well as theevaluation of the working of its Audit, Nomination and Remuneration and Compliance Committees. The manner inwhich the performance evaluation was carried out is given in detail in the Corporate Governance Report, annexed tothis Report.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3) read with Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the AnnualReturn as on March 31, 2025 is available on website of the Company at www.bglgroup.in
Pursuant to the requirement under Section 134(5) of the Companies Act, 2013 (including any statutory modification(s)or re-enactment(s) thereof for the time being in force), with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement, yourDirectors confirm that:
a. That in preparation of annual accounts for the financial year ended March 31, 2025, the applicable accountingstandards read with requirements set out under Schedule III to the Act, have been followed along with properexplanation relating to material departures;
b. That they have selected such accounting policies described in the notes to accounts which have been appliedthem consistently and made judgments and estimates that are responsible and prudent so as to give a true &fair view of the state of affairs of the company at the end of financial year 2024-25 and of the Profit & Loss ofthe company for the period under report;
c. That they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate accounting records inaccordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and forpreventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
d. We have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis;
e. The directors have laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the company and that such internalfinancial controls are adequate and were operating effectively;
f. The directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws andthat such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
The Company has designed and implemented a process driven framework for Internal Financial Controls (“IFC”) withinthe meaning of the explanation to Section 134(5) (e) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 8(5) (viii) of theCompanies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, The Company has appropriate internal control systems for business processes withregard to its operations, financial reporting and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. It has documentedpolicies and procedures covering financial and operating functions and processes. These policies and procedures are
updated from time to time and compliance is monitored by the internal audit function as per the audit plan. TheCompany continues its efforts to align all its processes and controls with best practices.
The Board of Directors of the Company have adopted various policies like Policy on determining Material Subsidiary,Policy on Determination of Materiality of Events of Information, Whistle Blower Policy, Policy on Related PartyTransactions, Policy on Prohibition of Insider Trading, Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace, policyon Corporate Social Responsibility, Nomination and Remuneration Policy such other policies and procedures forensuring the orderly and efficient conduct of its business for safeguarding of its assets, the prevention and detection offrauds and errors, the accuracy and completeness of the accounting records, and the timely preparation of reliablefinancial information.
The Audit Plan is aimed at evaluation of the efficacy and adequacy of internal control system and compliance,robustness of internal processes, policies and accounting procedures and compliance with laws and regulations. Therespective Process Owners take the requisite corrective action, based on internal audit reports/findings. Further, theInternal Auditors place their significant audit observation & corrective actions thereon are presented to the AuditCommittee for their review.
There are no outstanding loans and advances on your company. Hence, this Provision is not applicable to your Company.WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY / VIGIL MECHANISM
The Board of Directors has formulated a Whistle Blower Policy/Vigil Mechanism which is in compliance with theprovisions of Section 177 (09) of the Companies Act, 2013, to encourages Directors and employees to bring to theCompany's attention, instances of unethical behavior, and actual or suspected incidents of fraud or violation of the Codeof Conduct that could adversely impact the Company's operations, business performance and / or reputation.
The Company investigates such incidents, when reported, in an impartial manner and takes appropriate action toensure that requisite standards of professional and ethical conduct are always upheld. It is the Company's Policy toensure that no employee is victimized or harassed for bringing such incidents to the attention of the Company. Thepractice of the Whistle Blower Policy/Vigil Mechanism is overseen by the Audit Committee and no employee has beendenied access to the Committee. The Whistleblower Policy is available on the Company's corporate website atwww.bglgroup.in.
The provision of Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013 is not applicable on the company.
In terms of Regulation 21 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, yourCompany is not falling under the top 1000listed entities based on market capitalization. Therefore, there is norequirement to constitute Risk Management Committee.
Risk management comprises all the organizational rules and actions for early identification of risks in the course ofdoing business and the management of such risks. Business Risk evaluation and Management is an ongoing processwithin the Organization. In terms of regulation 17(9) (b) of the Listing Regulations and pursuant to Section 134(3) (n)of the Companies Act, 2013, the Board has framed a Risk Management Policy for the Company. The Company has in
place a mechanism to identify, assess, monitor and mitigate various risks to key business objectives. Major risksidentified by the business and functions are systematically addressed through mitigating actions on a continuing basis.
The objective of Risk Management Policy at Bhagawati Gas Limited is to preserve shareholder value to the extentpractically feasible and to ensure sustainable business growth with stability by identifying and mitigating majoroperating, and external business risk. In order to achieve the key business objectives, the policy establishes a structuredand disciplined approach to Risk Management, including the development of the Risk Register, in order to guidedecisions on risk related issues. The specific objectives of the Risk Management Policy are:-
1. To ensure that all the current and future material risk exposures of the Company are identified, assessed,mitigated, monitored and reported.
2. To establish a framework for the Company's risk management process and to ensure Companywideimplementation.
3. To ensure systematic and uniform assessment of risks related with construction projects.
4. To enable compliance with appropriate regulations, wherever applicable, through the adoption of best practices.
5. To assure business growth with financial stability.
The effectiveness of Risk Mitigation plans shall be ensured through proper monitoring, evaluation of outcomes ofmitigation plans and to look for the scope of its applicability in other areas in order to achieve overall objective of thispolicy.
At present the company has not identified any element of risk which may threaten the business (or) existence of theCompany.
The information relating to conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo asrequired under Section 134(3) (m) of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules,2014, is given in "Annexure-A" which forms part of the Directors' Report.
STATUTORY AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 139, 141, 142 of the Act and the rules framed thereunder, M/s JAIN PARASBILALA & CO., Chartered Accountants (FRN: 011046C), Jaipur were appointed as Statutory Auditor at the 48th AnnualGeneral Meeting (AGM) of the company for a period of five consecutive years commencing from the conclusion of the48thAnnual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company till the conclusion of the 53rdAnnual general Meeting to be held inthe year 2027. M/s. JAIN PARAS BILALA & CO., hold a valid certificate
issued by the Peer Review Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
The qualification/observation of the Auditor's given in the Auditor's Report are self-explanatory and have beenexplained/ clarified, wherever necessary, in the notes to the Financial Statements except as under:
• The Company provided Advances for property amounting to Rs. 79.10 Lacs and Advances to Material andService providers amounting to Rs. 226.50 Lacs these advances are outstanding since long time without anypartial recovery, raising significant doubt regarding their recoverability. Furthermore, in the case of advances tomaterial and service providers, no agreements or supporting documentation such as copies of purchase/workorders were available on record to substantiate the purpose or terms of such advances.
• Therefore, we are unable to comment on the consequential impact of the same if any on the statement becauseof uncertainty about recoverability of these advances.
• Due to the prevailing uncertainties regarding the recoverability and settlement of these balances' recognition ofprovision for expected credit loss was considered necessary in accordance with Ind As-109. However, in theabsence of a formally documented Expected Credit Loss (ECL) policy or assessment to evaluate the collectabilityof these balances, no provision has been made. Consequently, we are unable to determine the potential impact,if any, of non-recognition of such provision on the accompanying financial statements.
• During the course of audit, company has not provided bank statement and confirmation of the current status ofICICI Bank Account having a balance of Rs. 0.53 Lacs shown as part of cash and cash equivalents as on 31stMarch 2025. Accordingly, we are unable to comment upon the consequential impact, if any, on the statement.
• Our report for year ended 31st March 2024 was also qualified in this matter.
• The financial statements contain an amount of Rs. 235.23 lacs under 'Other Payables' relating to the purchase ofmachinery, as informed by the management. The management has stated that this amount has been underdispute since 1994. However, no documents regarding the dispute were provided to us. Therefore, we areunable to comment on the possible impact, if any, of this matter on the financial statements.
• The Company has not provided us with external balance confirmations in respect of borrowings amounting toRs. 27.00 Lacs and Other payables amounting to Rs. 4.96 Lacs.
• Therefore, we are unable to comment on the existence, accuracy, and completeness of these balances. Theseamounts have remained outstanding for a long period, and there exists an uncertainty regarding their ultimate
settlement. Consequently, we are unable to determine the potential impact, if any, on the accompanyingfinancial statements.
• The Company has recognized Income Tax Receivable under current tax asset amounting to Rs. 60.63 Lacs.However, no year-wise working or reconciliation supporting the said balance was made available to us forverification. The management could only provide details of tax receivable for the following assessment years:
Assessment Year
Amount of Tax Receivable (Rs. in Lacs)
2024-25
5.53
2025-26
6.75
Accordingly, we are unable to verify and comment on the existence, accuracy, and completeness of the balancetax receivable amounting Rs.48.35 Lacs. In the absence of such evidence, we are unable to determine thepotential impact, if any, on the accompanying financial statements.
6. Based on our examination, the Company has used accounting software's for maintaining its books of account forthe financial year ended March 31, 2025 which does not has a feature of recording audit trail (edit log) facility.
As proviso to Rule 3(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is applicable from April 1, 2023, reportingunder Rule 11(g) of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 on preservation of audit trail as per thestatutory requirements for record retention. Company has not preserved audit trail for the financial year endedMarch 31, 2025.
7. According to the information and explanation given to us and the records produced to us for ourverification,undisputed statutory dues, including goods and services tax, provident fund, employees' stateinsurance, income tax, sales tax, service tax, duty of customs, duty of excise, value added tax, cess and othermaterial statutory dues applicable to the Company have generally been regularly deposited by it with theappropriate authority subject to point no. 2 and 3 of other matter paragraph included in our main audit report.
There were no undisputed amounts payable in respect of goods and services tax, provident fund,employees' state insurance, income tax, sales tax, service tax, duty of customs, duty of excise, value addedtax, cess and other material statutory dues in arrears as at 31st March, 2025 for a period of more than sixmonths from the date they became payable except as stated below:
Nature of theStatute
Nature ofDues
Amount in Rs.
Period towhich Amountrelates
Due date
Date ofPayment
Service Tax(Indirect Tax)
Service Tax
1,96,853
OpeningBalance, andApril 2017 toJune 2017
6th of
Succeeding
month
Not paid
TDS
(Direct Tax)
2,46,300
MultipleYears till 31stMarch 2025
Note: TDS demand has been taken as per Traces Portal
(b) According to the information and explanations given to us and the records produced before us for ourverification, the following statutory dues have not been deposited on account of disputes:
Period to whichAmount relates
Income Tax
Sec 143(1) ofthe incometax act 1961
3,47,04,003(Tax Interest)
AY 2007
Not paid-Disputed
28,02,232(Tax Interest)
AY 2008
In respect of above stated qualifications, your directors would like to clarify the following:
The management acknowledges that certain advances towards property and to material/service providers havebeen outstanding for a long period. Efforts are being made to reconcile and recover these balances, andlegal/settlement options are also under consideration. Since these amounts are under review and negotiation,the Company has not made provision for Expected Credit Loss (ECL) at this stage. The management is in theprocess of formulating an ECL policy to ensure compliance with Ind AS-109 going forward.
We are in the process of obtaining the Bank Balance Confirmation from the relevant bank for the amount of Rs.
0.53 (in lacs) included under cash and cash equivalents as of March 31, 2025. We will ensure that the balance isconfirmed, and any necessary adjustments will be made accordingly.
We acknowledge the dispute related to the amount of INR 235.23 lakhs against the purchase of machinery. Wewill work on providing relevant documentation to address this matter and assess its impact on our financialstatements.
External confirmations in respect of borrowings and other payables could not be obtained during the audit. Themanagement confirms that these balances are subject to reconciliation and discussions with the respectiveparties. Appropriate action will be taken in due course to either settle or write back these balances as perapplicable law.
The Company has recognized tax receivables of Rs. 60.63 Lacs under current assets. Detailed reconciliation foronly certain assessment years was available at the time of audit. The management is in the process of preparinga comprehensive reconciliation statement for all years and will submit the same to auditors in the nextreporting cycle. The Company is committed to maintaining proper records and supporting documents for alltax-related matters.
The Company acknowledges that its accounting software for FY 2024-25 did not have an audit trail facility asrequired under Rule 3(1) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014. This lapse has been noted, and compliantsoftware will be adopted going forward.
With respect to statutory dues, the Company has generally been regular in deposits; however, certain amountsremain outstanding:
Service Tax of ^1,96,853 (April-June 2017 and opening balance),
TDS of ^2,46,300 (multiple years till March 31, 2025), and
Income Tax demands of ^3,47,04,003 (AY 2007) and ^28,02,232 (AY 2008), which are under dispute.
The Company is taking steps to resolve these matters and ensure timely compliance in future.
Note: Remaining abovementioned remarks are also coming in the Report of Secretarial Audit so to avoiddelicacy your board clarifies the same in the reply of Remarks given by the Secretarial Auditor.
As per Section 204 of Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of ManagerialPersonnel) Rules, 2014, every Listed Company and other class of companies as may be prescribed, is required toappoint Secretarial Auditor to carry out secretarial Audit of the Company.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Appointmentand Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Board, at its meeting held on May 30, 2024, re-appointedM/s Deepak Arora & Associates, Company Secretaries in Practice, as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company for theFinancial Year 2024-25. Further, at its meeting held on July 04, 2025, the Board appointed M/s ATCS & Associates,Company Secretaries in Practice, Jaipur, as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the first term of five consecutiveyears for the Financial Years 2025-2026 to 2029-2030
A Secretarial Audit Report issued by M/s Deepak Arora & Associates, Company Secretaries in Practice, in respect ofthe secretarial audit of the Company for the financial year ended March 31, 202 5, is given in Annexure-E andSecretarial Compliance Report of the Company and it carries the following qualifications:
1. During the period under review the composition of Board of the Company is not duly constituted cxept forthe part of the year due to not having minimum no of independent directors required and accordinglyComposition of Audit Committee and Nomination and Remuneration Committee is not as per the Provisionsof Companies Act, 2013 and as per the regulation of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015.
2. Furthermore, subsequent to the closure of the financial year, Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN:11210456) has been appointed as an additional Independent Director of the Company to ensurecompliance with the proper constitution of the board and its committees. After that the composition ofBoard and Committee of the Company is duly constituted.
3. Company has its functional Website but it is not maintained as per the requirement of the Act and SEBIGuidelines during the period under review.
The trading of the company's shares was suspended on exchange and equity shares of the company has beendelisted from platform of the exchange of BSE Limited w.e.f. May 11, 2018 as per public notice of BSE aspublished in financial express newspaper dated 12.05.2018.
As per the Regulation 33 (4) of The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of Equity Shares)Regulations, 2021, the promoters of the company has to acquire the delisted equity shares from the publicshareholders by paying them the value determined by the valuer within three months from the date ofdelisting from the recognized stock exchange, subject to their option of retaining their shares but thepromoters of the company has not done the same and filed the appeal/petition against delisting of companybefore Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) on May 06, 2019.
The company had previously appealed before SAT, Mumbai, against the order dated May 11, 2018, whichdelisted the company under Regulation 22(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Delisting of EquityShares) Regulations, 2009, seeking condonation of delay. This appeal was rejected and dismissed by SAT onNovember 11, 2019. Subsequently, the company filed a civil appeal against SAT's order before the SupremeCourt
Further, during the period under review, the Company received an order from the Honorable Supreme Courtdirecting the submission of an undertaking by the authorized officer by March 18, 2024.
In response to the Supreme Court order dated February 19, 2024, in Civil Appeal No. 335-336 of 2020, theCompany submitted an undertaking on March 7, 2024, committing to comply with all required norms within 90days to BSE Limited. Upon meeting these compliances, the Company's status will change from "Delisted" to"Listed."
In accordance with communication to BSE dated May 29, 2024, the Company was required to complete pendingformalities for the revocation of suspension by June 17, 2024, within the 90-day from the date of order. TheCompany diligently submitted an application with most of the required information, annexures along with feesand fines on and before June 17, 2024. Subsequently, the Company's request for an extension to BSE on June 18,2024, was declined by BSE. However, in a communication dated June 24, 2024, BSE highlighted severaloutstanding compliances, incomplete shareholding patterns, and website stating the due to the Company's non¬compliance with the Supreme Court order, its securities will remain compulsorily delisted from the Exchangeplatform. Further, the company has requested the extension from Honorable Supreme Court.
After the closure of the Financial Year, the Company received an extension from the Honorable Supreme Courton July 17, 2025. In compliance with the said order, the Company has addressed all pending matters. Thecompany has not complied with following regulations of The Securities and Exchange Board of India (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and other SEBI Regulations:
a. As per Regulations 13(3), 29, 31, 33, 44, of The Securities and Exchange Board of India (ListingObligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, company has not complied withprovisions of these regulations and the information in XBRL Mode was not submitted to StockExchange due to non-availability of Listing Centre of BSE Limited.
b. As per Regulation 31(2) hundred percent of shareholding of promoter(s) and promoter group is notin dematerialized form as required under Regulation 31 (2) of The Securities and Exchange Board ofIndia (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
c. As per Regulation 47, Notice of AGM shall be published in at least one English language national dailynewspaper circulating in the whole or substantially the whole of India and in one daily newspaperpublished in the language of the region, where the registered office of the listed entity is situated, theCompany has published the notice of Annual General Meeting dated December 28, 2024 in only oneNewspaper.
d. As per Regulation 47, financial results as specified in Regulation 33 shall be published in at least oneEnglish language national daily newspaper circulating in the whole or substantially the whole of Indiaand in one daily newspaper published in the language of the region, where the registered office of thelisted entity is situated, the Company has published the financial results in only one Newspaper.
e. The company has not filed the Reconciliation of Share Capital in XBRL Mode in term of Regulation 76of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 (as amended).
f. We have not found the SEBI and other compliances of company on the BSE Limited platform due todelisted from the exchange and checked from the physical documents provided by the company.
g. As per Regulations 3(5) and 3(6) of the SEBI (PIT) Regulations, 2015, the company is required tomaintain a Structured Digital Database (SDD) for tracking the sharing of UPSI. It has been observedthat this compliance has not been ensured.
Reply by Board:
? We acknowledge the auditor's note on the composition of our Board, Audit Committee, and Nomination andRemuneration Committee not meeting the requirements of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI regulations. Toaddress this, Mr. Narendra Kumar Agarwal (DIN: 11210456), ensuring compliance with all statutory provisionspost the financial year closure.
? We acknowledge the auditor's observation regarding the maintenance of our Company's website not followingthe requirements of the Companies Act and SEBI Guidelines during the financial year under review. We arepleased to inform stakeholders that after the closure of the financial year, the Company has updated andmaintained the website as per the required standards.
? The Board respectfully submits that the Company has been actively pursuing legal and regulatory remediesagainst the compulsory delisting of its securities by BSE Limited. In compliance with the Hon'ble SupremeCourt's order dated February 19, 2024, in Civil Appeal No. 335-336 of 2020, the Company submitted therequired undertaking on March 7, 2024, and thereafter diligently filed the application for revocation ofsuspension along with the requisite information, annexures, fees, and fines. While BSE initially declined theCompany's request for extension, the Hon'ble Supreme Court, vide order dated July 17, 2025, granted furthertime to complete the pending compliances. Pursuant to the said order, the Company has addressed theoutstanding matters..” The Company is committed to completing the remaining compliances to facilitate theeventual restoration of active trading in its securities.
? Further, we acknowledge the non-compliance with certain SEBI Regulations, including Regulations 13(3), 29,31, 33, 44 and 47 of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, as well as Regulations 31(2) and 76 of the SEBI(Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The Company is committed to addressing these matters andensuring full compliance with all applicable SEBI regulations.
? The software for the Structured Digital Database (SDD) was procured after the closure of the financial year. Weare currently in the process of implementing the same to ensure effective functionality. We assure you that fullcompliance with the relevant provisions will be achieved shortly.
The requirement of Cost Audit in your industry has been excluded/ removed in the Companies (Cost Records and Audit)Rules, 2014, issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs vide its notification dated 30th June, 2014. Therefore, noappointment was made of the Cost Auditor to carry out the Cost Audit for the financial year ended March 31, 202 5 andthere is no requirement of maintenance of cost records as per section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013.
M/S M N G AND ASSOCIATES, Chartered Accountant FRN- 036500N, Jaipur was appointed to conduct Internal Audit ofthe company for the financial year 2024-25 as required under Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 13of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the reports of the Internal Auditors are reviewed by the Audit Committeefrom time to time. The observations and suggestions of the Internal Auditors are reviewed and necessarycorrective/preventive actions are taken in consultation with the Audit Committee.
Further, being re-appointed as the Internal Auditor to conduct the Internal Audit of the Company for the financial year2025-2026vides Board Resolution dated May 30, 2025.
During the Financial year 2024-25, the Statutory Auditors has not reported any instances of frauds committed in theCompany by its Officers or Employees to the Audit Committee under section 143(12) of the Companies Act,2013.
The shares of the Company are held in physical and dematerialized form. Skyline Financial Services Private Limited hasbeen appointed and it has been acting as the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent of the Company for carrying out sharestransfer and other ancillary work related thereto. Skyline Financial Services Private Limited has appropriate systems toensure that requisite service is provided to investors of the Company in accordance with the applicable corporate andsecurities laws and within the adopted service standards.
As per regulation 13 of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations & disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, and the number of complaints received and resolved to the satisfaction of investors during the yearunder review. There were no pending complaint or share transfer cases as on March 31, 2025, as per the certificategiven by RTA.
In accordance with the requirements of Regulation 76 of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations,2018, read with SEBI Circular No. D&CC/FITTC/CIR-16/2002 dated December 31, 2002, a Reconciliation of ShareCapital Audit is required to be carried out by a Practicing Company Secretary on a quarterly basis. The objective of theaudit is to reconcile the total admitted capital with the records of the depositories, viz., National Securities DepositoryLimited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), with the total issued and listed capital ofthe Company. The audit further confirms that the total issued and paid-up share capital is in agreement with theaggregate of the total number of shares in physical form and those held in dematerialized form with NSDL and CDSL.The report of such audit is required to be submitted to the Stock Exchanges where the Company's shares are listed.
During the year under review, the Company was not in compliance with the aforesaid requirement, as the shares of theCompany continued to remain delisted and trading of its securities was not available on BSE Limited. Consequently,the Company also did not have access to the Listing Centre of BSE Limited for making the necessary submissions.
The Board of Directors of the Company has adopted code of conduct for all Board Members and Senior ManagementPersonnel of the Company and the said code of conduct is placed on the website of the Company at www.bglgroup.in. Allthe Board Members and Senior Management Personnel have affirmed compliance with the applicable Code of Conductfor the financial year 2024-25. A declaration to this effect, signed by the CEO& Director of the Company is herewithattached as a part of this Report.
Your Company is committed to conducting its business in accordance with the applicable laws, rules and regulationsand highest standards of business ethics. In recognition thereof, the Board of Directors has implemented a Code ofConduct for adherence by the Directors, Senior Management Personnel and Employees of the Company. The Code ofConduct is dealing with ethical issues and also fosters a culture of accountability and integrity. The Code in accordancewith the requirements of Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations & disclosure Requirements)Regulations, 2015, has been posted on the Company's website www.bglgroup.in . All the Board Members and SeniorManagement Personnel have confirmed compliance with the Code of Conduct for the financial year 2024-25. A
declaration to this effect, signed by the CEO & Director of the Company is annexed herewith as Annexure-B andforms part of this Report.
Each Director informs the Company on an annual basis about the Board and the Committee positions he occupies inother companies including Chairmanships and notifies changes during the year. The Members of the Board whiledischarging their duties, avoid conflict of interest in the decisionmaking process. The Members of Board restrictthemselves from any discussions and voting in transactions in which they have concern or interest.
During the financial year under review, no significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts ortribunals impacting the going concern status and company's operations in future except in connection with the ongoingproceedings relating to Civil Appeal No. 335-336 of 2020 before the Hon'ble Supreme Court. In this matter, the Court,vide its order dated July 17, 2025, granted the Company an extension of 30 days to complete the pending complianceswith BSE Limited for revocation of delisting/suspension.
Your Company has zero tolerance sexual harassment at workplace. The company has in place an Anti-SexualHarassment Policy in line with the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at the Workplace (Prevention,Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013. Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) has been set up to redress complaintsreceived regarding sexual harassment. All employees (permanent, contractual, temporary, trainees) are covered underthis policy. An Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) was constituted which is responsible for redressal of complaintsrelated to sexual harassment at the workplace.
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 22 of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition &Redressal) Act 2013 read with Rules there under, the Internal Complaint Committee of the Company has not receivedany complaint of Sexual Harassment during the financial year under review.
The following is a summary of Sexual Harassment complaints received and disposed of during the year 2024-25:
No. of Complaints received: NILNo of complaints disposed of: NIL
The Company is fully compliant with the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, as amended by the MaternityBenefit (Amendment) Act, 2017. All eligible women employees are entitled to maternity benefits, including paid leaves,as prescribed under the law.
The Company remains committed to supporting its women employees by providing a safe, inclusive and enablingworkplace that encourages work-life balance and facilitates a smooth transition during and after maternity.
No complaints or grievances relating to maternity benefits were reported during the financial year 2024-25.
Statements in the Board's Report and the Management Discussion & Analysis Report describing the Company'sobjectives, expectations or forecasts may be forward looking within the meaning of applicable laws and regulations.Actual results may differ from those expressed in the statements.
Company's Health and Safety Policy commits to comply with applicable legal and other requirements connected withoccupational Health, Safety and Environment matters and provide a healthy and safe work environment to allemployees of the Company.
The Company has devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable secretarialstandards issued by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India and such systems are adequate and operatingeffectively.
Your Company has formulated Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading in Company's Securities (“Code”) inaccordance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, as amended. The objective of this Code is toprotect the interest of Shareholders at large, to prevent misuse of any price sensitive information and to prevent anyinsider trading activity by way of dealing in securities of the Company by its Designated Persons while in possession ofunpublished price sensitive information in relation to Company. The code is hosted on website of the Company atwww.bglgroup.in.
The equity shares of the Company were compulsorily delisted by BSE w.e.f. May 11, 2018, due to non-payment oflisting fees and non-compliances.The Company filed appeals before SAT (dismissed on November 11, 2019) andthereafter before the Hon'ble Supreme Court, where the matter is under consideration.
During the year under review, the Hon'ble Supreme Court, vide order dated February 19, 2024, directed the Companyto submit an undertaking, which was duly filed on March 07, 2024, committing to complete pending complianceswithin 90 days. The Company filed its application with requisite documents, annexures, fees, and fines by June 17,2024; however, BSE pointed out certain deficiencies and declined the request for extension.
On further appeal dated April 30, 2025, the Hon'ble Supreme Court, vide order dated July 17, 2025, granted anadditional 30 days, within which the Company submitted all required compliances by August 07, 2025. The Companyremains committed to fulfilling the balance requirements to enable restoration of active trading in its securities.
There are no pecuniary relationships or transactions of the non-executive independent director vis-a-vis the company for theperiod ending March 31, 2025.
Your Directors state that no disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following items as there were notransactions on these items during the year under review:
1. As per rule 4(4) the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014, the Company has not issued equityshares with differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise.
2. As per rule 8(13) the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014, the Company has not issuedshares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company under any scheme.
3. As per rule 12(9) the Companies (Share Capital and Debentures) Rules, 2014, the Company has not issuedequity shares under the scheme of employee stock option.
4. No application has been made under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code; hence the requirement to disclosethe details of application made or any proceeding pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016(31 of 2016) during the year along with their status as at the end of the financial year is not applicable.
5. The requirement to disclose the details of difference between amount of the valuation done at the time of onetime settlement and the valuation done while taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along withthe reasons thereof, is not applicable.
6. Neither the Managing Director nor the Whole Time Directors of the Company receive any remuneration orcommission from any of its subsidiaries except sitting fees as entitled as a Non-Executive Directors insubsidiary Companies.
7. Since the Company has not formulated any scheme of provision of money for purchase of own shares byemployees or by trustee for the benefits of employees in terms of Section 67(3) of the Act, no disclosures arerequired to be made.
8. There was no revision of financial statements and Board's Report of the Company during the year under review.
Your Directors would like to express their appreciation for assistance and co-operation received from the Bankers,Central & State Government, Local Authorities, Clients, Vendors, Advisors, Consultants and Associates at all levels fortheir continued guidance and support. Your Directors also wish to place on record their deep sense of appreciation fortheir commitment, dedication and hard work put in by every member of the Company.
For and on behalf of the Board of DirectorsFor Bhagawati Gas Limited
Regd. Office:
Banawas, Khetri Nagar,
Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan-333504 Sd/-
CIN: U24111RJ1974PLC005789 Rakesh Samrat Bhardwaj
Date: August 14, 2025 Chairman & Managing Director
Place: NewDelhi DIN:00029757