To the Members,
Your Directors have the pleasure in presenting the 5th Annual Report
together with the audited financial statements of the Company for the financial year ended
March 31, 2025.
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The summarized financial results for the current year ended March 31,
2025 and for previous year ended March 31, 2024 are as follows:
Rs..in Million)
Particulars |
For the Year Ended March
31,2025 |
For the Year Ended March
31,2024 |
Revenue from contract with customers |
92,716 |
82,740 |
Other operating revenue |
478 |
534 |
Revenue from operations |
93,194 |
83,274 |
Other income |
128 |
77 |
Profit before depreciation, interest and tax |
10,091 |
10,201 |
Less: depreciation |
1,789 |
1,473 |
Less: finance costs |
247 |
273 |
Profit before tax |
8,055 |
8,455 |
Less: provision for tax |
1,996 |
2,072 |
Profit after tax |
6,059 |
6,383 |
Remeasurements of employment benefit
obligations (net of tax) |
|
|
- income / (expense) |
(97) |
(46) |
Total other comprehensive income / (loss), net
of tax |
(97) |
(46) |
Total comprehensive income for the year, net
of tax |
5,962 |
6,337 |
Add: balance brought forward |
8,404 |
4,941 |
Less: dividend paid |
(5,747) |
(2,874) |
Profit available for appropriation |
8,619 |
8,404 |
OPERATIONS AND PERFORMANCE
For the financial year 2024-25, the Company achieved total revenue of X
93,194 million and Net profit at X 6,059 Million as compared to total revenue of X 83,274
million and Net profit at INR 6,383 million from previous year.
Key Highlights for year under review are as under:
a) Achievement of yearly revenue of over X 90,000 million;
b) Consistent financial prudence has enabled to maintain a debt-free
status.
c) Strengthening presence across India with 30 facilities to support
demand from our customers.
d) ROCE of 42%, delivering more than 40% ROCE continuously.
e) Proud to be part of India's top selling passenger vehicles, EV PVs
and EV 2Ws models.
The operational performance of the Company has been comprehensively
covered in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report. The Management Discussion and
Analysis Report for the year under review, as stipulated under the Securities and Exchange
Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (the
"Listing Regulations") is presented in a separate section forming part of this
Annual Report.
SHARE CAPITAL
The Authorised Equity Share Capital of the Company as on March 31, 2025
was X 9,000,000,000 (Rupees Nine Hundred crores only) divided into 9,000,000,000 (Nine
Hundred Crores) Equity shares of Re.1 (Rupee one) each.
The paid up Equity Share Capital of the Company as on March 31, 2025
was X 4,421,107,932 (Rupees Four Hundred Forty Two Crores Eleven Lacs Seven thousand Nine
hundred and Thirty Two only) divided into 4,421,107,932 (Four Hundred Forty Two Crores
Eleven Lacs Seven thousand Nine hundred and Thirty Two only) Equity shares of Re.1 (Rupee
one) each.
The Board of Directors of the Company in its meeting held on May 29,
2025 have approved issuance of INR 2,210,553,966/- (Rupees Two Hundred Twenty One Crores
Five Lacs Fifty Three Thousand Nine Hundred and Sixty Six) divided into 2,210,553,966 (Two
Hundred Twenty One Crores Five Lacs Fifty Three Thousand Nine Hundred and Sixty Six)
Equity Shares of face value of INR 1/- (Rupee One) each as bonus shares in the ratio of
1:2, i.e., 1 equity share of Re. 1/- each as bonus share fully paid-up, for every 2
existing equity shares of Re. 1/- each, subject to approval of shareholders through Postal
Ballot, result of which was declared on July 7, 2025.
After the allotment of Bonus Shares, the paid-up capital of the Company
has been increased to INR 6,631,661,898/- (Rupees Six Hundred Sixty Three Crores Sixteen
Lacs Sixty One Thousand Eight Hundred and Ninety Eight) divided into 6,631,661,898 (Six
Hundred Sixty Three Crores Sixteen Lacs Sixty One Thousand Eight Hundred and Ninety Eight)
Equity Share of INR 1/- (Rupee One) each.
DIVIDEND
Dividend Distribution Policy
As per the Dividend Distribution Policy of the company the Board will
adhere to the Policy for "distribution of up to 40% of profit" as dividend. In
terms of regulation 43A of the Listing Regulations, extract of Dividend Distribution
Policy of your Company is disclosed in the Corporate Governance Report as well and forms
part of this annual report the same is also available on the Company's website at the
weblink : www.mswil.motherson.com/ storage/policies/Dividend-Distribution-Policy.pdf
Dividend Declared
Your directors are pleased to recommend for approval of members a
payment of final dividend of Re. 0.35 (Thirty Five paisa Only) per share (face value of
Re. 1/- each) on the Share Capital of the Company for the financial year ended March 31,
2025 to the equity shareholders. Additionally, during the year an Interim Dividend of Re.
0.50 (Fifty Paisa only) per share (face value of Re. 1/- each) on the share capital of the
Company was declared and paid to the equity shareholders of the Company.
The final dividend, if approved by the members, would involve total
cash outflow on account of dividend of Rs.1,547 Million. CREDIT RATING
On April 17, 2025, India Ratings & Research (a Fitch Group Company)
has assigned credit rating to the Banking facilities of the company as under:
Instruments |
Category |
Rating |
Fund-based/non-fund based working capital limits |
Short term |
INDA1 + (Assigned) |
SUBSIDIARIES, JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATES
There are no companies which have become or ceased to be the
Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures or Associate companies of the Company during the year
2024-25.
EXPORTS FROM INDIA
Your Company is mainly into sale of products in India. Export from
India is very negligible.
FIXED DEPOSITS
The Company has neither invited nor accepted any deposits from public
covered under Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013, and as such, neither any amount on
account of principal or interest on deposits from public was outstanding or remained
unclaimed or unpaid lying with the company, as on March 31, 2025.
There are no deposits invited or accepted by the Company which are not
in compliance with the requirements of Chapter V of the Companies Act, 2013.
NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
The Board of Directors met six (6) times during the financial year
2024-25 and the details of same are given in the Corporate Governance Report forming part
of this Annual Report. The intervening gap between consecutive meetings was not more than
one hundred and twenty (120) days as prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 and the
Listing Regulations.
DIRECTORS
As per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Articles of
Association of the Company, Mr. Laksh Vaaman Sehgal (DIN: 00048584), Director of the
Company, is liable to retire by rotation in the ensuing AGM. Mr. Laksh Vaaman Sehgal,
being eligible seeks his re-appointment. Accordingly, the Board of Directors recommend the
re- appointment of Mr. Laksh Vaaman Sehgal to the members of the Company. Mr. Soichiro
Namba (DIN: 11208712) has been appointed as an Additional Director w.e.f. July 24, 2025.
The Board recommends his appointment as Director for approval at the ensuing 5th Annual
General Meeting of the Company.
The details of re-appointment/appointment of the Director of the
Company is mentioned in Explanatory Statement under section 102 of the Companies Act, 2013
and annexure to the Notice of 5th AGM of the Company.
STATEMENT OF DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Board of Directors have received declarations from all the
Independent Directors of the Company confirming that they meet with criteria of
independence as prescribed both under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and under
Regulation 16(1)
(b) read with Regulation 25 of the Listing Regulations and that
they have complied with the Code for Independent Directors prescribed
in Schedule IV to the Companies Act, 2013. The Board is of the opinion that they are the
persons of integrity and possesses relevant expertise and experience (including the
proficiency) for being appointed and continuing as Independent Directors on the Board of
the Company.
In terms of Section 150 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 6 of
the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014, Independent
Directors of the Company have confirmed that they have registered themselves with the
databank maintained by The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, Manesar
("MCA")
During the Year, Independent Directors of the Company had no pecuniary
relationship or transactions with the Company, other than sitting fees, commission and
reimbursements of expenses incurred by them for the purpose of attending meetings of the
Board of Directors and Committee(s). The details of remuneration and/or other benefits of
Independent Directors are mentioned in the Corporate Governance Report for the Financial
Year 2024-25.
Code of Conduct affirmation by Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and
Senior Management Personnel
All the Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and senior management
personnel, have affirmed and complied with the Code of Conduct formulated by the Company.
Directors Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to section 134(3)(c) of the Companies Act, 2013 and subject to
disclosures in the Annual Accounts, your Directors state as under :-
(a) That in preparation of the annual accounts for the financial year
ended March 31, 2025, the applicable Accounting Standards have been followed and there are
no material departures;
(b) That the Directors have selected appropriate Accounting Policies
and applied them consistently and made judgment and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company at the
end of the financial year March 31, 2025 and of the profit of the Company for that period;
(c) That the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Companies Act, 2013 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for preventing and
detecting fraud and other irregularities;
(d) That the Directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going
concern basis;
(e) That the Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the Company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and are
operating effectively; and
(f) That the Directors have devised proper system to ensure compliance
with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems are adequate and
operating effectively.
BOARD EVALUATION
In terms of the requirement of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation
19 read with Schedule II, Part D of the Listing Regulations, the Board carried out an
annual evaluation of its own performance, Board Committees, individual Directors including
the Independent Director and the Chairman of the Company on the basis of the criteria
specified as per the Guidance Note on Board Evaluation issued by the Securities and
Exchange Board of India with the aim to improve the effectiveness of the Board and the
Committees.
Board Evalution was sought by way of a structured questionnaire
covering various aspects of the Board's functioning such as adequacy of time spent on
strategic issues, effectiveness of Governance practices, setting corporate culture and
values, execution and performance of specific duties, obligations and governance. The
performance evaluation was carried out based on the responses received from the Directors.
The results of the Evaluation for the year under review were shared
with the Board, Chairman of respective Committees and individual Directors. The results of
Evaluation showed high level of commitment and Engagement of Board, its various Committees
and Senior leadership.
The Board Evaluation reaffirms the Board's strong commitment to
governance and strategic oversight, as evidenced by the proactive leadership of its
members, the effectiveness of Committees and the engagement of senior management. A key
insight highlights the Board's independence and steadfast dedication to upholding rigorous
governance standards, ensuring transparency and fostering sustainable value creation for
stakeholders.
The criteria for evaluation under different categories depends on the
role of the person(s)/group(s) plays in the Company. The criteria for every evaluation for
the FY 2024-25 was decided at every level depending on the functions, responsibilities,
competencies required, nature of business etc., detailed as below:
Person(s)/Group(s) Evaluation Criteria |
Person(s)/Group(s) Evaluation Criteria |
Chairman of the Company |
Leadership, steering skills, impartiality, commitment,
ability to keep shareholder's interest in mind etc. |
Board |
The board composition and structure, meetings of the Board,
effectiveness of board processes and its functions, monitoring effectiveness of Governance
practices, evaluation of performance of management and providing their feedback etc. |
Committees of the Board |
The composition of Committees, structure of Committees,
effectiveness of Committee Meetings, independence of the Committees from the Board,
contribution to the decision of the Board etc. |
Executive/ Non- Executive/ Independent Director(s) |
Criteria for all type of Directors qualification, experience,
knowledge and competencies, fulfilment of functions, commitment and their participation
and contribution at the Board meetings and Committee meetings etc. |
|
Additional criteria in case of Independent Directors, i.e.,
independent from the Company and other Directors, providing independent views and
judgement. |
The Independent Directors of the Company evaluated performance of Non
Independent Directors, the Board as a whole and the Chairman of the Company. The
Independent Directors at their meeting held on January 20, 2025, also assessed the
quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of information between the Company management and
the Board that is necessary for the Board to effectively and reasonably perform their
duties. During the year, Board Evaluation was completed by the Company which included the
Evaluation of the Board as a whole, Board Committees, Chairman and Individual Directors of
the Board.
The Directors opined collectively repeated word that the Board as a
whole is functioning as a cohesive body. The Board Members from different
backgrounds/experiences brought about different expertise and guidance in the Board and
Committee Meetings. It was also noted that the Committees are functioning well and all
required issues are brought up and discussed in the Committees as per its terms of
reference as mandated by law.
POLICY ON DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT AND
REMUNERATION AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
Pursuant to Section 178(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, the Nomination
and Remuneration Committee constituted under
the provisions of section 178(1) of the Companies Act, 2013,
recommended to the Board of Directors of your Company, a policy on Director's appointment
and remuneration, including, criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes,
independence of a Director and other matters. The said policy as approved by the Board of
Directors, is uploaded on the Company's website at
https://www.mswil.motherson.com/storage/policies/
Nomination-Remuneration-and-Evaluation-Policy.pdf The extract of the said Policy is also
covered in Corporate Governance Report which forms part of this Report.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
In terms of the provisions of section 2(51) and 203 of the Companies
Act, 2013, during the financial year, the Company has following whole-time Key Managerial
Personnel:
1. Mr. Anurag Gahlot, Whole-time Director and Chief Operating Officer
2. Mr. Mahender Chhabra, Chief Financial Officer (till June 4, 2025)
3. Ms. Pooja Mehra, Company Secretary
4. Mr. Gulshan, Chief Financial Officer w.e.f July 2, 2025 AUDITORS AND
AUDITORS REPORT
Statutory Auditors
As per section 139 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with the Companies
(Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014, the Members of the Company in first Annual General
Meeting approved the appointment of M/s. S. R. Batliboi & Co. LLP, Chartered
Accountants, (Firm Registration No. 301003E/E300005) as the Statutory Auditor of the
Company for a term of five years starting from conclusion of the first Annual General
Meeting until the conclusion of sixth Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders of the
Company to be held in the year 2026.
The notes on the financial statement referred to in the Auditors'
Report are self-explanatory and do not call for any further comments. The Auditors Report
annexed with this Annual Report is unmodified and does not contain any qualification,
reservation or adverse remarks.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Auditors had not reported any
matter under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, therefore no detail is required
to be disclosed under Section 134(3) (ca) of the Companies Act, 2013.
Cost Auditor
The maintenance of cost records as specified by the Central Government
under sub-section (1) of section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013, is required by the
Company and accordingly such accounts and records have been prepared and maintained by the
Company for the financial year 2024-25.
As per recommendation of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors
had appointed M/s. M.R. Vyas & Associates, Cost and Management Accountants
(Registration No. 101394) as Cost Auditor for conducting the audit of cost records of the
Company for the financial year 2024-25.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Auditors have not reported any
matter under section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, therefore no detail is required
to be disclosed under section 134(3) (ca) of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Board of Directors of your Company based on the recommendations of
the Audit Committee at its Meeting held on July 24, 2025 appointed M/s. M.R. Vyas &
Associates, Cost and Management Accountants (Registration No. 101394), as the Cost
Auditors of the Company for the FY 25-26 under section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013.
M/s. M.R. Vyas & Associates have confirmed that their appointment is within the limits
of section 141 (3)(g) of the Companies Act, 2013 and have also certified that they arefree
from any disqualifications specified under section 141(3) and proviso to section 148(3)
read with section 141(4) of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Audit Committee has also received a Certificate from the Cost
Auditors certifying their independence and arm's length relationship with the Company. As
per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, the remuneration payable to the Cost
Auditor is required to be placed before the Members in a General Meeting for their
ratification. Accordingly, a Resolution seeking Members' ratification for the remuneration
payable to M/s. M.R. Vyas & Associates, Cost Auditors is included in the Notice
convening the Annual General Meeting.
Secretarial Auditor
In terms of section 204 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, based upon
the recommendations of the Audit Committee, the Board of Directors had appointed M/s. SGS
Associates LLP, Company Secretaries (CP No. 1509) as the Secretarial Auditor of the
Company, for conducting the Secretarial Audit for financial year ended March 31, 2025.
The Report given by the Secretarial Auditor is annexed herewith and
forms integral part of this Report. There has been no qualification, reservation or
adverse remark or disclaimer in their Report.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Auditors have not reported any
matter under section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013, therefore no detail is required
to be disclosed under section 134(3) (ca) of the Companies Act, 2013.
In alignment with the regulatory framework including the amendments
made by SEBI and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 regarding Secretarial Audit and
appointment of Secretarial Auditor, the Board of Directors of your Company based on the
recommendations of the Audit Committee at its Meeting held on July 24, 2025, approved and
recommended
to the Shareholders for their approval, appointment of M/s. SGS
Associates LLP, Company Secretaries (CP No. 1509) a peer reviewed firm of Company
Secretaries in whole time practice, as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company for a term
of 5 consecutive years commencing from FY 25-26 till FY 29-30.
The Board acknowledges the significance of robust compliance mechanisms
and corporate governance practices within the Company. M/s. SGS Associates LLP, Company
Secretaries (CP No. 1509), Company Secretaries brings extensive experience in the field
and is expected to provide invaluable insights into the regulatory landscape, ensuring
adherence to all relevant laws and guidelines as applicable pursuant to the Secretarial
Audit guidelines.
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Audit Committee of the Board of Directors for the financial year
ended March 31, 2025 comprised of Mr. Anupam Mohindroo as Chairman, Mr. Rajesh Kumar Seth
and Col. Virendra Chand Katoch (Retd) as members. All the members of the Audit Committee
are independent Directors. All the recommendations of the Audit Committee were accepted by
the Board.
During the year under review all the recommendations made by the Audit
Committee were duly accepted by the Board.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Your Company has taken adequate steps to ensure compliance with the
provisions of Corporate Governance as prescribed under the Listing Regulations. Your
Company places highest emphasis and priority on corporate governance practices. A separate
section on Corporate Governance, forming a part of Annual Report and the requisite
certificate from the Company's Auditors confirming compliance with the conditions of
Corporate Governance is attached to the report on Corporate Governance.
COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD AND POLICIES Committees of the Board
Details on Committees constituted by the Board under the
CompaniesAct,2013andthe Listing Regulations,theircomposition as well as changes in their
composition, if any, during the year and the number and dates of meetings of such
committees held during the year are covered in Corporate Governance Report which forms
part of the Annual Report for the Financial Year 2024-25.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Company's CSR intiative focus on environmental, sustainability,
healthcare and community development.
Your Company has a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee. The
CSR Committee comprises of Mr. Vivek Chaand Sehgal, Chairman, Mr. Anurag Gahlot, Executive
Director and Mr. Anupam Mohindroo as Non Executive Independent Director.
The terms of reference of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
Committee is provided in the Corporate Governance Report. Your Company has also formulated
a Corporate Social Responsibility Policy (CSR Policy) which is available on the website of
the Company at https://www.mswil.motherson.com/storage/
policies/Corporate-Social-Responsibility-Policy.pdf
Annual report on CSR activities as required under the Companies
(Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 has been appended as Annexure-A and
forms integral part of this Report. The Company is, inter- alia, also performing CSR
activities through Swarn Lata Motherson Trust which has been established for the sole
purpose of CSR activities. Further, the Company continue to carry out CSR activities as
specified under schedule VII to the Companies Act, 2013.
Further Chief Financial Officer of the Company has certified that CSR
spends of the Company for the FY 2024-25 has been utilised for the purpose and in the
manner approved by the Board of Directors of the Company.
VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
The Company has established a vigil mechanism which incorporates a
whistle blower policy in terms of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Listing Regulations for
Directors and employees to report their genuine concerns. The objective of the Policy is
to create a window for any person who observes an unethical behaviour, actual or suspected
fraud, or violation of the Company's Code of Conduct or ethics policy (hereinafter
"Unethical and Improper Practices"), either organizationally or individually, to
be able to raise it and to provide for adequate safeguards against victimization of
whistle blower and also to provide for direct access to the chairperson of the audit
committee.
Thought Arbitrage Consultancy is independent external ombudsman under
this Whistle-blower mechanism and Company has taken software named Navex for collecting
Whistle Blower concerns.
Protected Disclosure can be made by a Whistle Blower through an e-mail
or dedicated telephone line or a letter to the Thought Arbitrage Consultancy or to the
Chairman of the Audit Committee. The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company's
website at https://www.mswil.motherson.com/storage/policies/Whistle- blower-Policy.pdf
A quarterly report on the Whistle Blower complaints, as received is
placed before the Audit Committee for its review.
SUSTAINABILITY POLICY AND BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
(BRSR) REPORTING
Company's mantra for sustainability revolves around the concept of
'Planet, People and Governance.' Company firmly believes in responsible resource
management, social inclusion and ethical business practices.
Pursuant to regulation 34(2)(f) of the Listing Regulations, the
Business Responsibility Sustainability Report describing the initiatives taken by your
Company from an environmental, social and governance perspective, in the prescribed format
is available as a separate section of the Annual Report.
In terms of Listing Regulations,the Company has obtained, BRSR
Reasonable assurance on BRSR Core indicators from M/s S.R. Batliboi & Co. LLP.,
Chartered Accountants.
RISK MANAGEMENT
In terms of Listing Regulations, the Board of Directors had constituted
Risk Management Committee to assist the Board with regard to the identification,
evaluation and mitigation of strategic, operational, external environment and cyber
security risks and in fulfilling its corporate governance oversight responsibilities and
to develop policy for actions associated to mitigate the risks. The Committee is
responsible for reviewing the risk management plan and ensuring its effectiveness. The
major risks identified by the businesses and functions are systematically addressed
through mitigating actions on a continual basis.
The development and implementation of risk management policy has been
covered in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report, which forms part of this report.
The terms of reference of the Risk Management Committee is provided in
the Corporate Governance Report. Risk Management Policy of the Company is available on the
website of the Companyat https://www.mswil.motherson.com/performance/ investors/policies
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES AND INVESTMENTS
During the year under review, there were no loans or investments made,
guarantees given and security provided by the Company under section 186 of the Companies
Act, 2013 and accordingly, the financial statements of the Company does not disclose the
aforesaid particulars in the notes to the financial statements. Company has given
contribution towards share capital in Indian Foundation for Quality Management.
PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS AND ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
The Company has in place a robust process for approval of Related Party
Transactions and on dealing with Related Parties. Pursuant to Policy on Related Party
Transactions of the Company, all contracts/ arrangements/ transactions entered by the
Company during financial year with related parties which were on arm's length basis and
were in ordinary course of business were approved by the Audit Committee. Pursuant to the
provision of applicable Listing Regulations, all related party transactions are placed
before the Audit Committee for approval including the transaction under section 188 of the
Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 23 of Listing Regulations. Prior omnibus approval of
the Audit Committee has been obtained for transactions which are foreseen and repetitive
in nature and where the need for related party transaction cannot be foreseen, Audit
Committee granted omnibus approval for such transactions having value upto rupees One
Crore per transaction. The transactions entered into pursuant to omnibus approval were
presented to the Audit Committee on quarterly basis by way of a statement giving details
of all related party transactions. The policy on Related Party Transactions as approved by
the Board and amended from time to time is uploaded on the Company's website at
http://mswil.motherson. com/storage/policies/Policy-on-the-Related-Party-Transactions.
pdf.
Disclosure of related party transactions is enclosed as form AOC-2
forming part of this report.
Your Directors draw attention of the members to Note No. 36 to
financial statement which sets out related party disclosures.
Approval of Related Party Transactions pursuant to SEBI Listing
Regulations
Pursuant to the Listing regulations and on the basis of recommendation
of Audit Committee, the shareholders of the Company at its Annual General Meeting held on
August 29, 2024 granted their approval for entering into contract(s)/ agreements(s) /
arrangement(s) / transaction(s), between the Company with following counter- parties:
(1) Samvardhana Motherson International Limited; and
(2) Sumitomo Wiring Systems Limited.
The shareholders of the Company in the said meeting had approved
aforesaid related party transactions, as more particularly mentioned in the said notice
for the meeting held on August 29, 2024 read with the explanatory statement attached
thereto pursuant to section 102 of the Companies Act, 2013.
The Notice convening the said meeting can be viewed on the website of
the Company at https://www.mswil.motherson.com/
storage/annual-report/2023-24/MSWIL_AGM_Notice.pdf
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
During the year, the Company had received various awards and
recognitions, which have been described in "Awards and Recognition" section,
forming part of this Annual Report.
ENERGY CONSERVATION, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO
Information under section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013, read
with rule 8(3) of Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is given in Annexure-B to this Report.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED DISCLOSURES
Disclosure pertaining to remuneration and other details as required
under section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5(1) of the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 is given in Annexure-C
to this Report.
The Statement containing the particulars of employees as required under
section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with rule 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies
(Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 and other applicable
rules (if any), is provided in a separate annexure forming part of this report. Further,
the report and the accounts are being sent to the members excluding the aforesaid
annexure. In terms of section 136 of the Companies Act, 2013 the said annexure is open for
inspection at the registered office of the Company during the working hours for a period
of twenty-one days before the date of the AGM. Any member interested in obtaining a copy
of the same may write to the Company.
INTERNAL CONTROL
The Company has an Internal Control System commensurate with the size,
scale and complexity of its operations. To maintain its objectivity and independence, the
Internal Audit Reports are presented directly to the Chairman of the Audit Committee and
its members. Internal control have been assessed during the year under review taking into
consideration the essential components of internal controls. Regular audit and review
processes ensure adequate internal controls systems are reinforce on ongoing basis.
Details about Internal controls and their adequacy are set out in the Management
Discussion & Analysis Report which forms part of this report.
HUMAN RESOURCES Human Resource Relations
The relations with the employees and associates continued to remain
cordial throughout the year. Your company has workforce which is diverse, equitable,
inclusive and multi-generational. Company has instituted policies for well being of its
employees. With the objective of capability building, developing future ready workforce
and fostering togetherness at the workplace, your Company implements multiple training and
engagement programs on an ongoing basis. Significant emphasis was also laid towards
raising awareness on health and wellness of employees. The Directors of your Company wish
to place on record their appreciation for the excellent team spirit and dedication
displayed by the employees of the Company.
Disclosure under sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition & Redressal), Act, 2013
The Company has zero tolerance towards sexual harassment at
the workplace and has adopted a policy on prevention, prohibition and
redressal of sexual harassment at workplace in line with the provisions of the Sexual
Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the
Rules thereunder. The policy of the Company is available on the website of the company at
http://www.mswil.motherson.com/storage/ policies/Prevention-of-Harresment-Policy.pdf
The Company has complied with provisions relating to the constitution
of Internal Complaints Committee under Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
(Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The Internal Committee composed of
internal members and an external member who has extensive experience in the field.
During the Financial Year 2024-25, details of cases filed under the
provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and
Redressal) Act, 2013 are as under
Complaint Received |
Complaint Disposed of |
Open |
Pending more than 90 Days |
4 |
3 |
1 |
Nil |
Continuous awareness in this area has been created through the POSH
campaign reiterating Company's commitment to providing a safe workplace to all its
employees.
During the year Company has held 75 awareness programmes for educating
employee for prevention and reporting harassment cases.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIALS ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS
During the period under review, no such order is passed by any
Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which would impact the going concern status of the
Company and its future operations.
COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
Your Company has complied with the secretarial standards with respect
to General and Board Meetings specified by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India
constituted under section 3 of the Company Secretaries Act, 1980, and approved as such by
the Central Government.
ANNUAL RETURN
In accordance with the provisions of Section 92(3) read with section
134(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rules framed thereunder, an annual return in the
prescribed format for the financial year 2024-25 is available on the website of the
Company at https://www.mswil.motherson.com/performance/ investors/ annual-reports.
LISTING OF EQUITY SHARES
The Equity shares of your Company are presently listed at the National
Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited (BSE). The listing fees for the
financial year 2024-25 have been paid to the said Stock Exchanges. The Company's equity
shares continue to remain listed on NSE and BSE.
MATERIAL CHANGES BETWEEN THE END OF FINANCIAL YEAR AND DATE OF REPORT
There were no material changes and commitments affecting the financial
position of the company which have occurred between the end of the financial year of the
Company to which the financial statements relate and the date of this report.
GREEN INITIATIVES
In compliance with the Circulars issued by Ministry of Corporate
Affairs and Securities Exchange Board of India Limited, Notice of the AGM along with the
Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 is being sent only through
electronic mode to those Members whose email addresses are registered with the Company/
Depositories. Members may note that the Notice of AGM and Annual Report for financial year
2024-25 will also be available on the Company's website www.mswil.motherson.com and
websites of the Stock Exchanges i.e. BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India
Limited at www.bseindia.com and www. nseindia.com respectively.
DISCLOSURE INFORMATION
Your Directors state that during the year ended March 31, 2025: -
There has been no change in the nature of business of the company
during the year ended on March 31, 2025.
No amount has been transferred to Reserves by the Company during the
year ended on March 31, 2025.
There has been no Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to
dividend, voting or otherwise.
No Application has been made or proceeding is pending by or against the
Company under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 for the year ended March 31, 2025.
There is no valuation required to be carried out by the Company for any
settlement with Banks as the same is not applicable to the Company.
There was no revision of financial statement and Board's report of the
Company during the year under review.
Statement on Compliance with the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
Motherson Sumi Wiring India Limited (MSWIL) is committed to upholding
the rights and welfare of all employees in accordance with applicable labour laws and
statutory regulations. The Company fully complies with the provisions of the Maternity
Benefit Act, 1961, as amended, across all its locations in India. All eligible women
employees are entitled to maternity benefits, as prescribed under the Act. In addition,
MSWIL has taken proactive steps to promote a supportive and inclusive work environment for
expecting and new mothers by ensuring timely disbursal of maternity benefits and providing
safe and hygienic workplaces. We remain committed to fostering employee well-being and
ensuring that our policies and practices are aligned with both the letter and the spirit
of the law.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Your Board of Directors would like to place on record their sincere
appreciation for the wholehearted support and contributions made by all the employees of
the Company as well as customers, suppliers, bankers, investors and other authorities. Our
consistent growth was made possible by their hard work, solidarity, cooperation and
support. The Directors also thank the Government of various countries, Government of
India, State Governments in India and concerned Government Departments/ Agencies for their
co-operation, support and look forward to their continued support in the future. Last but
not the least the Board of Directors wish to thank all the stakeholders of the Company and
Joint Venture Partners-Sumitomo Wiring Systems Limited, Japan and Samvardhana Motherson
International Limited for their continuous support.
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For and on behalf of the Board |
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For Motherson Sumi Wiring India Limited |
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Vivek Chaand Sehgal |
Place: Noida |
Chairman |
Date : July 24, 2025 |
DIN: 00291126 |