Dear Members,
Your Directors have pleasure in presenting their 35 Annual Report together with
the Audited financial statements of the
Company for the Financial Year ended 31 March, 2024
1. FINANCIAL SUMMARY / HIGHLIGHTS OF PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY :
The summary of your Company's financial performance on standalone basis is given below
:
Financial Results |
|
[Rs. in Lakhs] |
Particulars |
Year Ended |
Year Ended |
|
31-03-2024 |
31-03-2023 |
Total Revenue |
3645.80 |
4691.03 |
Profit before Depreciation and Tax |
76.51 |
246.03 |
Depreciation |
117.63 |
90.26 |
Profit / (Loss) before Tax |
(41.12) |
155.77 |
Less : Tax Expenses |
(11.17) |
41.71 |
Net Profit / (Loss) for the year |
(29.95) |
114.06 |
2. PERFORMANCE :
Revenue from operations for the year ended 31 March, 2024 aggregated to 3645.80 lakhs
as against 4691.03 lakhs achieved during the previous year. In the previous year,
significant progress has been made towards the stabilization and revitalization of the
plant that was demolished. This project is a key part of our strategic plan to enhance
production capabilities and modernize our facilities and that will reflect the
profitability of the company.
The stabilization and system setup at the plant was ongoing, with several key
milestones anticipated in the coming year. Our focus will remain on ensuring the highest
standards of quality, safety, and efficiency as we continue to modernize and expand our
capabilities. Moreover, the Company continues with its efforts to maintain growth even
during the economic downturn and face new challenges.
3. RESERVES :
The Company has not transferred any amount to reserves during the year.
4. DIVIDEND :
Your directors recommended a dividend of Rs. 0.5 (5%) per Equity Share of the nominal
value of Rs. 10.00 each for the year ended on 31 March, 2024 to be paid subject to the
approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. During the year, the
unclaimed dividend pertaining to the financial year ending 2015-16 were transferred to the
Investor Education and Protection Fund.
5. SHARE CAPITAL :
At present, the Company has only one class of shares equity shares with face
value of Rs. 10.00 each. The authorized share capital of the company is Rs. 350.00 Lacs
divided into35,00,000 equity shares of Rs. 10.00 each. The paid-up share capital of the
company is Rs. 302.85 Lacs divided into 30,28,500 equity shares of Rs. 10.00 each.
During the year under review, the Company has not issued shares with differential
voting rights nor granted stock options nor sweat equity.
6. DEPOSITS :
Your Company has not accepted any deposits within the meaning of Section 73 of the
Companies Act, 2013 and the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules, 2014.
7. FUTURE OUTLOOK :
The Chemical industry is on the cusp of transformative changes driven by advancements
in technology, shifts in market demands and evolving operational practices. The Company is
leader in manufacturing of direct dyes and acid dyes. Our strategic focus will be on
diversifying into additional categories will enable us to address a wider array of
customer needs and tap into emerging market opportunities. In the year of 2023-24 the
Company's Plant situated at Plot no 125 at G.I.D.C, Vatva, Ahmedabad has been stabilised
with modernize technologies. Accordingly, Company is taking effective steps to improve
operational efficiency to regain the growth momentum. Here are the key points influencing
the future outlook:
Advance through Automation:
The increasing deployment of automation technologies is expected to drive unprecedented
levels of efficiency and precision in our operations. Advance Mechanism, and advanced
process control systems will be integral in optimizing production, reducing downtime, and
enhancing overall productivity. Automation will also facilitate more flexible and
responsive manufacturing processes, positioning us to better meet evolving market demands.
Modernization of Facilities
Our commitment to modernizing our plants will continue to be a priority. Upgrading
infrastructure with state-of-the-art technologies and energy-efficient systems will
improve operational reliability and environmental sustainability. Investments in
digitalization and smart manufacturing will enable us to achieve higher operational
standards, comply with stringent regulations, and maintain a competitive edge in the
industry.
Enhanced Quality Control
Maintaining and enhancing the quality of our products remains a core focus. We will
leverage advanced analytical techniques and rigorous quality control measures to ensure
that our stock meets the highest standards. By implementing robust tracking and tracing
systems, we will enhance product integrity and reliability, ensuring consistent delivery
of high-quality products to our customers.
Evolving Workforce Dynamics
The shift towards greater automation will lead to changes in our workforce composition.
While certain manual roles may be reduced, there will be a growing demand for skilled
professionals proficient in managing and advancing new technologies. We are committed to
investing in training and development programs to equip our employees with the skills
necessary to thrive in a technologically advanced environment.
Innovation and New Product Development
The pursuit of innovation will drive the introduction of new and advanced products. Our
R&D efforts will focus on developing solutions that address emerging market needs,
including advanced chemicals, and specialty products.
In summary, the future of the Dyes industry is marked by rapid technological
advancements, modernization efforts, and a strong focus on quality and innovation. We are
poised to leverage these trends to drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, and meet
the evolving needs of our customers and stakeholders.
8. ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE:
In accordance with the provisions of Clause (m) of Sub Section (3) of Section 134 the
Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the relevant information
pertaining to conservation of energy, technology absorption, foreign exchange earnings and
outgo is given in ANNEXURE II and forms part of this report.
9. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENTS AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE
COMPANY:
No material changes and commitments affecting the financial position of the Company
occurred between the end of the financial year to which this financial statements relate
on the date of this report.
10. DETAILS OF SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS:
No such Orders have been passed by the Regulators/Court or Tribunals which can impact
the going concern status and Company's operation in future.
11. DETAILS OF SUBSIDIARY/JOINT VENTURES/ASSOCIATE COMPANIES:
Company do not have any subsidiary/associate company.
12. PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENT BY THE COMPANY:
No loan, guarantee or security has been provided by the Company during the year under
review. Details of Investments covered u/s 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 are given in the
notes to the Financial Statements.
13. MEETING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
During the Financial Year 2023-2024, the Company held 5 (Five ) board meetings of the
Board of Directors as per Section 173 of Companies Act, 2013 which is summarized below.
The provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI LODR were adhered to while considering the
time gap between two meetings.
Sr. No. |
Date of Meeting |
Board Strength |
No. of Directors Present |
1 |
05/04/2023 |
6 |
6 |
2 |
25/05/2023 |
6 |
6 |
3 |
14/08/2023 |
6 |
6 |
4 |
31/10/2023 |
6 |
6 |
5 |
12/02/2024 |
6 |
6 |
14. ANNUAL RETURN :
Pursuant to Section 92(3) read with section 134(3)(a) of the Companies Act, 2013,
copies of the Annual Returns of the Company prepared in accordance with Section 92(1) of
the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 11 of the Companies (Management and Administration)
Rules, 2014 are placed on the website of the Company and is accessible at the weblink:
http://dynaind.com/investors_zone.html.
15. INSURANCE :
Your Company has adequately insured all its properties including Plant and Machinery,
Building and Stocks.
16. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS :
There were no materially significant related party transactions entered between the
Company, Directors, management, or their relatives except for those disclosed in the
financial statements.
All the contracts/arrangements/transactions entered into by the Company with the
related parties during the financial year 2023-24 were in the ordinary course of business
and on an arm's length basis as disclosed in the financial statements.
Accordingly, particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties referred to
as disclosed in the financial statements in Section 188(1) inForm AOC-2 is attached
herewith as ANNEXURE-III.
The Audit Committee has granted omnibus approval for Related Party Transactions as per
the provisions and restrictions contained in the SEBI (LODR) Regulation.
The company has formulated a policy on "Materiality of Related Party transactions
and on dealing with Related Party Transactions'' and the same is on the company's website
at
http://www.dynaind.com/investor_zone/Policies/Related%20Party%20Transaction%20Policy.pdf
The details of related party disclosure form a part of the notes to the financial
statements provided in the annual report.
17. DIRECTORATE AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL:
The Board of Directors of your company has various executive and non-executive
directors including Independent Directors who have wide and varied experience in different
disciplines of corporate functioning.
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 of the Companies Act, 2013 and
Articles of Association of the Company, Mr. Apurva Kamleshbhai Modi (DIN:
07046796),retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible in
terms of Section 164 of the Act offers himself for re-appointment.
All Independent Directors have given declarations that they meet the criteria of
independence as laid down under Section 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation
25 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosures Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Key Managerial Personnel :
As required under Section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013, the Company has Mr. Harin
DhanvantlalMamlatdarnaas Chairman and Whole-time Director, Mr. Neeraj ShahasManaging
Director, Mr. Apurva KamleshbhaiModias Whole-time Director, Mr. Kalpesh Chandulal Patel as
Chief Financial Officer and Ms. Ritu Agarwal as Company Secretary as on 31 March, 2024.
Remuneration to Key Managerial Personnel, Senior Management and other employees will
involve a balance between fixed and incentive pay reflecting short and long-term
performance objectives of the employees in line with the working of the Company and its
goals.
Resignations and Appointment
Mr. Harin D. Mamlatdarna (DIN: 00536250), Wholetime Director and Chairman, resigned
from the services of the Company vide his letter dated 19 July, 2024.
Mr. Pravin Chandra Master, Independent Director (DIN: 05195587) and Mr. Jatin Surti,
Independent Director (DIN: 05195572) resigned from the services ofthe Company vide their
letters dated 21 June,2024.
The Board of Directors has noted and accepted their resignation and they were relieved
from the services of the Company with effect from the end of 19 July, 2024.
Based upon the recommendation of Nomination and Remuneration Committee and subject to
the approval of shareholders, Mr. Aditya Modi (DIN :10680803) be and is hereby appointed
as an Additional Non-Executive Independent Director of the Company for the first term of
five years with the effect from 19 July,2024.
Reappointments of Director
As per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Apurva Kamleshbhai Modi (DIN:
07046796), who has been longest in the office, retires by rotation at the ensuing AGM and,
being eligible, and seeks reappointment. The Board recommends his reappointment.
The Board of Directors at their meeting held on 19 July, 2024 re-appointed Mr. Apurva
Modi (DIN: 07046796) as a Whole time Director for a term of 5 (Five) years w.e.f. 27 July,
2024 to 26 July, 2029 subject to the approval of the members at the ensuing Annual General
Meeting
The Board of Directors at their meeting held on 19 July, 2024 re-appointed Mr. Neeraj
Shah (DIN:05112261) as a
Managing Director on the Board of Directors of the Company for a term of 5 (Five) years
w.e.f. 27 July, 2024 to 26 July, 2029subject to the approval of the members at the ensuing
Annual General Meeting.
The resolutions proposing the appointment and reappointment of the Directors areset out
in the notice convening Annual General Meeting for approvalof members. The Board
recommends for approval of the same.
Brief resume of the director who is proposed to be reappointed atthe ensuring Annual
General meeting, as required as per SEBI(Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations,2015 and Secretarial Standard is provided in the notice conveningthis Annual
General Meeting of the Company.
18. EVALUATION OF BOARD, COMMITTEES AND DIRECTORS:
In compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 17(10) of SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements), Regulations, 2015, the performance evaluation of
the Board was carried out during the year under review. More details on the same are given
in the Corporate Governance Report.
19. POLICY ON APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION OF DIRECTORS:
Criteria determining the qualifications, positive attributes and independence of
Directors.
Independent Directors
Qualifications of Independent Director.
An Independent director shall possess appropriate skills, qualifications, experience
and knowledge in one or more fields of finance, law, management, marketing,
administration, corporate governance, operations or other disciplines related to the
Company's business.
Positive attributes of Independent Directors.
An independent director shall be a person of integrity, who possesses knowledge,
qualifications, experience, expertise in any specific area of business, integrity, level
of independence from the Board and the Company etc. Independent Directors are appointed on
the basis of requirement of the Company, qualifications& experience, expertise in any
area of business, association with the Company etc. He / She should also devote sufficient
time to his/her professional obligations for informed and balanced decision making; and
assist the Company in implementing the best corporate governance practices.
Independence of Independent Directors.
An Independent director should meet the requirements of Section 149(6) of the Companies
Act, 2013 and SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 and give declaration to the Board of Directors
for the same every year.
Other Directors and Senior Management
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee shall identify and ascertain the
qualifications, expertise and experience of the person for appointment as Director or at
senior management level and recommend to the Board for his / her appointment. The Company
shall not appoint or continue the employment of any person as Whole-time Director or
Senior Management Personnel if the evaluation of his / her performance is not
satisfactory. Other details are disclosed in the Corporate Governance Report under the
head Nomination and Remuneration Committee and details of Remuneration (Managing Director
/ Whole Time Director(s) and Non-Executive Directors) are attached as a separate Annexure-
IV to this Report.
Remuneration Policy:
This Nomination and Remuneration Policy ("Policy") provides the framework and
key guiding principles to be followed in for appointment and determination of remuneration
of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel and Senior management personnel. This Policy is to
establish and govern the procedure applicable:
a) To evaluate the performance of the members of the Board.
b) To ensure remuneration to Directors, KMP and Senior Management involves a balance
between fixed and incentive pay reflecting short and long-term performance objectives
appropriate to the working of the Company and its goals.
c) To retain, motivate and promote talent and to ensure long terms ustainability of
talented managerial persons and create competitive advantage. The said Policy is available
on the website of the Company.
20. INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS' DECLARATION:
The Company has received the necessary declaration from each Independent Director, in
accordance with Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013, that he/she met the criteria of
independence as laid out in sub-section (6) of Section 149 of the Companies Act, 2013 and
the Regulation 16(1)(B) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements)
Regulations, 2015.
Board of Directors confirms that in their opinion, the independent directors fulfill
all the conditions specified in 149(6) of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI (Listing
Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and are independent of the
management.
The Company has also received a certificate from Mr. Chintan K. Patel a company
secretary in practice that none of the directors on the board of the company have been
debarred or disqualified from being appointed or continuing as directors of companies by
the Board/Ministry of Corporate Affairs or any such statutory authority.
Familiarization Programme for Independent Directors:
The Company has an ongoing programme where Directors in the course of meetings of the
Board of Directors give information about developments and amendments in legal and
regulatory areas which include mandatory disclosures and fair disclosures stated under
SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 (herein referred to as "Listing Regulation"),
Prohibition & Insider Trading Regulations and SAST Regulations so as to enable them to
effectively discharge their roles, rights and responsibilities in the Company.
The Company has uploaded the details of the above on the website of the company
i.e.www.dynaind.com.
21. COMMITTEES OF THE BOARD:
During the year, in accordance with the Companies Act, 2013, the Board re-constituted
some of its committees.
There are currently Three Committees of the Board, as follows:
1. Audit Committee
2. Nomination and Remuneration Committee
3. Stakeholders' Relationship Committee
Details of all the Committees along with their charters, composition and meetings held
during the year, are provided in the "Report on Corporate Governance", a part of
this Annual Report.
22. AUDITORS :
A. Statutory Auditors
M/s. G. K. CHOKSI & Co., Chartered Accountants (Firm registration number
101895W)are the statutory auditors of the Company. They are appointed for a period of five
years, from the conclusion of 34 AGM till the conclusion of the 39 AGM (AGM of financial
year 2027-28).
The Report given by the Auditors on the financial statement's year ended 31 March 2024
of the Company is part of the Annual Report. The notes to the accounts referred to in the
Auditors' Report are self-explanatory and therefore do not call for any further comments.
The Auditors' Report to the members for the financial year under review does not
contain any qualification, reservation or adverse remark or disclaimer.
B. Secretarial Auditors
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act and the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company has appointed
Mr. Chintan Patel, Practicing Company Secretaries, Ahmedabad to undertake the
Secretarial Audit of the Company. The Secretarial Audit Report is annexed herewith as
Annexure V.There is no qualification, reservation or adverse remark in the report.
23. INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEM AND COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORK :
The Company has an Internal Control System, commensurate with size, scale and
complexity of its operations. The internal financial controls are adequate and are
operating effectively to ensure orderly and efficient conduct of business operations. The
Company has appointed M/s. VKJD & Associates, Chartered Accountant vide (FRN 128985W)
as Internal Auditors of the Company. The Audit Committee in consultation with the internal
auditors formulates the scope, functioning, periodicity and methodology for conducting the
internal audit. The internal auditors carry out audit, covering inter alia, monitoring and
evaluating the efficiency & adequacy of internal control systems in the Company, its
compliance with operating systems, accounting procedures and policies at all locations and
submit their periodical internal audit reports to the Audit Committee. Based on the
internal audit report and review by the Audit committee, process owners undertake
necessary actions in their respective areas. The internal auditors have expressed that the
internal control system in the Company is robust and effective. The Board has also put in
place requisite legal compliance framework to ensure compliance of all the applicable laws
and that such systems are adequate and operating effectively.
24. RISK MANAGEMENT :
Company has implemented an integrated risk management approach through which it reviews
and assesses significant risks on a regular basis to help ensure that there is a robust
system of risk controls and mitigation in place. Senior management periodically reviews
this risk management framework to keep updated and address emerging challenges. Major
risks identified for the Company by the management are Currency fluctuation, Compliances
of various applicable Laws, Regulatory changes, Manufacturing & Supply, Litigation,
Technological Changes. The management is however, of the view that none of the above risks
may threaten the existence of the Company as robust Risk mitigation mechanism is put in
place to ensure that there is nil or minimum impact on the Company in case any of these
risks materialize.
25. VIGIL MECHANISM AND WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY :
In accordance with Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 22 of SEBI
(Listing Obligations and Disclosures Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the Company has
constituted a Whistle Blower Policy/ Vigil Mechanism to establish a vigil mechanism for
the directors and employees to report genuine concerns in such manner as may be prescribed
and to report to the management instances of unethical behavior, actual or suspected fraud
or violation of the Company's code of conduct.
The detail of the Whistle Blower Policy is explained in the Corporate Governance
Report.
None of the Non-Executive Directors has any pecuniary relationship or transactions with
the Company other than sitting fees payable to them.
26. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) :
Pursuant to the provisions of section 135 of the Act, read with CSR Rules, the Company
ceases to be a company covered under sub-section (1) of section 135 of the Act and hence
Company is not required to comply with the provisions contained in sub-section (2) to (5)
of the said section, till such time it meets the criteria specified in subsection (1) of
section 135 of the Act.
27. PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORKPLACE :
As per the requirement of The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention,
Prohibition & Redressal) Act, 2013 (Act') and Rules made thereunder, your
Company has assigned the responsibilities to Sexual Harassment Committee. During the year,
no complaint with allegations of sexual harassment was filed against the Company.
28. PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING :
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading with a view
to regulate trading in securities by the Directors and designated employees of the
Company. The Code requires pre-clearance for dealing in the Company's shares and prohibits
the purchase or sale of Company shares by the Directors and the designated employees while
in possession of unpublished price sensitive information in relation to the Company and
during the period when the Trading Window is closed. The Company has also adopted a Policy
and Procedure for Inquiry in Case of Leak of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information. The
Board is responsible for implementation of the Code. All Board Directors and the
designated employees have confirmed compliance with the Code.
29. DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT :
In accordance with the provisions of clause (c) of sub-section (3) of Section 134 of
the Companies Act, 2013 and to the best of their knowledge and belief and according to the
information and explanations obtained by them, your Directors state that-
i. In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable Indian Accounting
Standards (Ind AS) had been followed along with proper explanation relating to material
departures;
ii. The directors had selected such accounting policies and applied them consistently
and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to give a true and
fair view of the state of affairs of the company at the end of the financial year 31
March, 2024 and of the profit and loss of the company for that period;
iii. The directors had taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of adequate
accounting records in accordance with the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Rules made
thereunder for safeguarding the assets of the company and for preventing and detecting
fraud and other irregularities;
iv. The directors had prepared the annual accounts on a going concern basis; and
v. The directors, had laid down internal financial controls to be followed by the
company and that such internal financial controls are adequate and were operating
effectively.
vi. The directors had devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the provisions
of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
30. CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION ANALYSIS :
As required by the Regulation 27 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosures
Requirements) Regulations, 2015 entered into with the Stock Exchanges, a detailed report
on Corporate Governance is given as a part of the Annual Report as ANNEXURE VI AND
ANNEXURE -I respectively.
31. SECRETARIAL STANDARDS :
The Company has also complied with all the mandatory Secretarial Standards issued by
The ICSI (Institute of Company Secretaries of India).
32. CHANGE IN BUSINESS :
No changes have been made in nature of business carried out by company during the
Financial Year 2023-24.
33. ORDER PASSED BY REGULATORY BODIES OR COURTS :
No regulatory body or court or tribunal passed any significant and material orders
impacting the going concern status of the company.
34. REPORTING OF FRAUDS :
During the year under review, the Statutory Auditors and Secretarial Auditors have not
reported any instances of fraud committed in the company by its officers or employees to
the Audit Committees and/or Board under the section 143(12) of the Act.
35. GENERAL SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION :
General Shareholder Information is given in Report on Corporate Governance forming part
of the Annual Report.
36. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :
Your Directors take this opportunity to express their gratitude for the unstinted
commitment, dedication, hard work and significant contribution made by employees at all
levels in ensuring sustained growth of the Company. Your Directors also sincerely thank
all the stakeholders, customers, vendors, bankers, business associates, government, other
statutory bodies and look forward to their continued assistance, co-operation and support.
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By Order of the Board of Directors |
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NEERAJ SHAH |
Place : Ahmedabad |
Managing Director |
Date : 13-08-2024 |
DIN : 05112261 |
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