Your Directors' present herewith the 42nd Annual Report together with Audited Financial Statements of your Company for the financial year ended March 31, 2025.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Particulars
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2024-2025
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2023-2024
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Income from Operations
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60,926.56
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65,515.56
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Other Income
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260.30
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193.55
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Total Revenue
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61,186.86
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65,709.11
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Profit before Interest, Depreciation & Tax (EBIDTA)
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4,141.85
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4,209.47
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Less: Interest and Finance Charges
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121.15
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39.24
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Depreciation
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474.31
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454.50
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Profit before Taxes
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3,546.39
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3,715.73
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Less: Provision for Income Tax including Deferred Tax
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913.97
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944.67
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Net Profit / (Loss) after Tax
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2,632.42
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2,771.06
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Other Comprehensive Income
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(65.97)
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(57.60)
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Less: Income tax relating to above
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-
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-
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Other Comprehensive Income after tax
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(65.97)
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(57.60)
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Total Comprehensive Income for the year
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2,566.45
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2,713.46
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PERFORMANCE OF THE COMPANY
Your Company has shown resilience and strategic agility in managing a complex mix of external and industry-specific challenges, despite a volatile global environment.
During the financial year under review, the Company reported total revenue of ' 612 Crores, as against ' 657 Crores. in the previous year. This decline was primarily attributable to a reduction in trading sales volume, in line with our strategic decision to optimize and rationalize non-core trading activities in favor of improving operational efficiency and profitability.
Due to this strategic planning, though the Company recorded a decline in absolute profit (PBT) of 4.5% from ' 37.2 Crores. in FY 2024 to ' 35.5 Crores. in FY 2025, it is noteworthy that the profit margins (PBT) were maintained at 5.8% for FY 2025 vs 5.7% for FY 2024, reflecting our strong focus on cost optimization, efficient operational practices, and a balanced product mix.
GP Petroleums, a key player in the lubricant manufacturing industry, is significantly reliant on base oil which is a crude oil derivative as its core input. The year was deeply influenced by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and Eastern Europe, particularly in oil-producing and transit regions.
These conflicts not only disrupted the supply of crude and refined oil products but also introduced uncertainty in pricing and shipping routes.
Due to the aforementioned external challenges, our core manufacturing business segment experienced pressure, limiting our ability to enhance overall profitability during the year. Despite these headwinds, we are pleased to report that our automotive lubricants division demonstrated resilience and recorded a commendable growth of 6% in both revenue and profitability, reflecting the strength of our brand, distribution network, and customer-centric product offerings.
Backed by a solid foundation, focused execution, and a clear strategic vision, your Company is well-positioned to navigate uncertainties and capitalize on emerging growth opportunities in the year ahead.
DIVIDEND
To conserve cash for the Company's growth and for strategic reasons, the Board of Directors of the Company do not recommend any Dividend for the Financial Year 2024-25.
TRANSFER TO RESERVE
Your Company has not transferred any amount of profits to reserves for the Financial Year 2024-25.
SHARE CAPITAL
During the year under review, there was no change in the Paid-up Equity Share Capital of the Company and it remained at ' 25,49,21,915/- (divided into 50984383 equity shares of ' 5/- each).
NATURE OF BUSINESS
GP Petroleums Limited is engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of lubricating oils, greases, rubber process oils, and other derivatives derived from base oils. These products are marketed under the well-established brand name "IPOL". In addition to its core manufacturing operations, the Company also undertakes trading activities in base oils, bitumen, and fuel oils, based on emerging opportunities in the market.
The Company's operations are structured across three key business verticals: Industrial Lubricants, Rubber Process Oils, and Automotive Lubricants.
Industrial Lubricants:
This portfolio includes a comprehensive range of general- purpose lubricants such as hydraulic oils, gear oils, spindle oils, slideway oils, and turbine oils. We also manufacture engine oils, greases, and a full suite of metalworking fluids including soluble cutting oils, semi-synthetic coolants, neat and water-soluble cleaners, neat cutting oils, mist oils, spark erosion oils, quenching oils, rust preventives, as well as specialty oils like thermic fluids, crack detection oils, and plunger lubrication oils. Transformer oils and white oils are also part of our product line-up.
Rubber Process Oils (RPO):
Our RPO segment comprises aromatic, paraffinic, and naphthenic oils, along with secondary plasticizers, which are widely used across multiple industrial applications.
The Industrial and RPO segments cater to a broad spectrum of industries including automotive OEMs, industrial OEMs, auto component manufacturers, general engineering, metal processing, rubber and plastic product manufacturers, tyre companies, textiles, cement, sugar, and mining sectors.
Automotive Lubricants:
Under the IPOL brand, the Company offers a wide portfolio of automotive lubricants catering to various segments of the Bazaar Trade. These include Diesel Engine Oils (DEO), Passenger Car Motor Oils (PCMO), Motorcycle Oils (MCO), gear and transmission oils, greases, and specialty products.
Additionally, the Company holds an exclusive license from Repsol S.A., Spain, to manufacture and market its range of lubricants in India. The Repsol brand, with its strong association with MotoGP, primarily focuses on the premium MCO segment. These products are formulated to meet the latest engine requirements and are compliant with BS VI emission norms. The partnership with Repsol was renewed in 2022 for an additional period of five years.
Research and Development:
The Company has a dedicated and efficient R&D facility that supports the development of innovative, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable products. Our R&D team ensures that product formulations are aligned with evolving global standards, OEM specifications, and market expectations. Customised solutions are developed to address specific customer requirements.
The Company's manufacturing facility is located at Vasai, Valiv Village, in the Thane district of Maharashtra, with an installed annual production capacity of 80,000 KL.
During the year under review, there was no change in the nature of business of the Company.
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND ACCREDITATIONS
GP Petroleums Limited remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental sustainability across its operations. The Company's manufacturing facility at Vasai is certified with multiple international standards, reflecting its robust quality and management systems. These certifications include:
• ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management Systems
• ISO 45001:2018 - Occupational Health & Safety Management
• ISO 14001:2015 - Environmental Management Systems
• IATF 16949:2016 - Quality Management System specific to Automotive OEMs
The Company's accredited R&D Centres play a vital role in supporting continual improvements in product formulations, ensuring adherence to global quality benchmarks, and enhancing performance across product lines.
Our products, marketed under the trusted IPOL and REPSOL brands, are widely recognized in the industry for their consistently high quality, technical reliability, and comprehensive range.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
As on March 31, 2025, the Board of Directors of your Company comprised 6 (six) directors possessing extensive experience and expertise in their respective field. Of these 1 (one) is an Executive Director, 2 (two) are Non-Executive Non¬ Independent Directors and the remaining 3 (three) are Non¬ Executive Independent Directors.
During the year under review, the following changes took place in the composition of the Board and Senior Management:
• Mrs. Stuti Kacker (DIN: 07061299), Non-Executive Independent Director, was re-appointed for a further term of two (2) years w.e.f. August 05, 2024.
• Mr. Ashok Kumar Gupta (DIN:08786735) was appointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a term of 2 (two) consecutive years w.e.f. August 13, 2024.
• Mr. Mahesh Damle (DIN: 08261516), completed his second and final term as an Independent Director and ceased to be a Director of the Company w.e.f. the close of business hours on October 28, 2024.
• Mr. Rajesh Mittal (DIN: 00231710) was appointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a term of 2 (two) consecutive years w.e.f. January 18, 2025.
• Mr. Bhaswar Mukherjee (DIN: 01654539), completed his second and final term as an Independent Director and ceased to be a Director of the Company w.e.f. the close of business hours on February 11, 2025.
• Mr. Manish Thapar, Business Head - Automotive of the Company (SMP), tendered his resignation due to personal reasons and ceased to hold the said position w.e.f. the close of business hours on October 31, 2024.
The Board places on record its sincere appreciation for the leadership, guidance, and meaningful contributions of the Directors during their respective tenures. Their steadfast commitment to strong governance practices and their active role in shaping the Company's long-term growth trajectory have been truly commendable.
RETIREMENT BY ROTATION AND SUBSEQUENT RE-APPOINTMENT
In accordance with the provisions of Section 152 and other applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Mr. Arjun Verma (DIN: 10102249), Whole Time Director of your Company retires by rotation at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment. Your Board of Directors recommends his re-appointment. Brief resume/details of Mr. Arjun Verma as required under the Listing Regulations and Secretarial Standards forms part of the notice of 42nd AGM.
Except as stated above, there were no other changes in the composition of the Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel or Senior Management Person during the financial year under review.
MATERIAL CHANGE AND COMMITMENT HAVING OCCURRED SINCE THE END OF THE YEAR AND TILL THE DATE OF THE REPORT
There were no material changes and commitments occurred since the end of the year and till the date of the report except the following:
• The Company has signed a Joint Venture Agreement with West Coast Oils LLP on May 06, 2025 to establish a joint venture company for the purpose of engaging in the business of manufacturing and trading of the specialty bitumen products and other allied commodities - all
types and grades of Bitumen Emulsions, PMB (Polymer Modified Bitumen), CRMB (Crumb Rubber Modified Bitumen) and other value added Bitumen Products.
• The Company has entered into a Share Purchase Agreement on June 07, 2025, to acquire 50% stake in Amron Oil Resources Private Limited (the "Target Company") to form it as its JV Company in association with West Coast Oils LLP.
• The Company has executed Manufacturing and Marketing Agreement with Delta Fuel and Lubricants Nigeria Limited, based in Lagos, Nigeria (Manufacturer/ Distributor) on July 08, 2025, to manufacture/blend, supply and market products under the brand name IPOL in the territory of Nigeria and other West African markets.
DECLARATION BY INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
All Independent Directors of the Company have submitted declarations under the provisions of Section 149(7) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 25(8) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 ("SEBI Listing Regulations"), confirming that they meet the criteria of independence as prescribed under Section 149(6) of the Act and Regulation 16(1)(b) of the SEBI Listing Regulations. They have also affirmed that they are not aware of any circumstance or situation which exists or may be reasonably anticipated that could impair or impact their ability to discharge their duties as Independent Directors with objective and independent judgment and without any external influence. Further, all Independent Directors have complied with the provisions of Rule 6 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualification of Directors) Rules, 2014 (as amended), pertaining to the inclusion of their names in the Independent Directors' Databank. There has been no change in the circumstances affecting their continued status as Independent Directors of the Company. Moreover, none of the Directors of the Company have been debarred or disqualified from holding the office of Director pursuant to any order issued by SEBI or any other statutory authority.
The Board has taken on record the declarations and confirmations submitted by the Independent Directors after undertaking due assessment of the veracity of the same. In the opinion of the Board, all the Independent Directors possess requisite qualifications, experience, expertise (including proficiency in terms of Section 150(1) of the Act and applicable rules thereunder) and hold high standards of integrity required to discharge their duties with an objective independent judgment and without any external influence.
POLICY ON DIRECTORS' APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION
The Company has adopted a comprehensive Nomination, Remuneration and Succession Planning Policy, formulated in line with the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Board. This policy governs the appointment and remuneration of Directors, Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs), and Senior Management, and is aligned
with the provisions of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the applicable provisions of the SEBI Listing Regulations.
The policy outlines the criteria for identifying and evaluating individuals for appointment to the Board and senior positions, as well as the framework for determining their compensation, keeping in view factors such as qualifications, experience, performance, and industry benchmarks.
The salient features of the policy are provided in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report, and the complete policy is available on the Company's website at: https://gppetroleums.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ NR-Sucession-Policy.pdf
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF BOARD AND ITS VARIOUS COMMITTEES
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and the SEBI Listing Regulations, as amended from time to time, the Board of Directors has undertaken an annual evaluation of its own performance, the performance of its various Committees, and that of the individual Directors.
The evaluation process was based on a well-defined set of parameters. The manner, criteria, and process of evaluation have been detailed in the Corporate Governance Report, which forms part of this Annual Report.
DECLARATION BY THE COMPANY
None of the Directors of the Company are disqualified from being appointed as Directors as specified in Section 164(2) of the Act read with Rule 14 of the Companies (Appointment and Qualifications of Directors) Rules, 2014.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to Section 134 (3)(c) and (5) of the Companies Act, 2013, your Directors hereby state and confirm that:
I. In the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting standards have been followed, along with proper explanation relating to material departures if, any.
II. Such accounting policies have been selected and applied consistently and judgments and estimates have been made that are reasonable and prudent to give a true and fair view of the Company's state of affairs as at the end of the Financial Year and of the Company's profit and loss of the Company for the year ended on that date.
III. Proper and sufficient care has been taken 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.
IV. The annual financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis.
V. That internal financial controls were laid down to be
followed and that such internal financial controls were adequate and were operating effectively.
VI. Proper systems were devised to ensure compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were adequate and operating effectively.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
Your Company has in place adequate internal financial controls with reference to its financial statements. These controls are designed to ensure the orderly and efficient conduct of business operations, including strict adherence to Company's policies, safeguarding of assets, prevention and detection of frauds and errors, accuracy and completeness of accounting records, and the timely preparation of reliable financial information.
The Company has implemented robust policies and standard operating procedures to reinforce these objectives. The Internal Audit function, through periodic audits, reviews the effectiveness of these controls. Based on internal audit reports, process owners are required to undertake appropriate corrective and remedial actions within their respective domains to enhance the control environment.
Significant audit findings and the corresponding corrective measures are regularly reviewed and monitored by the Audit Committee of the Board. Further details regarding the adequacy of internal financial controls are provided in the Management Discussion and Analysis, forming part of this Annual Report.
AUDITORS
STATUTORY AUDITORS AND AUDIT REPORT
The Shareholders of the Company at the 41st Annual General Meeting, had approved the appointment of M/s. J Mandal and Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (Firm registration No. 302100E/500422N), as the Statutory Auditors of the Company for a term of 5 years commencing from the conclusion of the 41st Annual General Meeting till the conclusion of the 46th Annual General Meeting.
The Statutory Auditors' vide their report dated May 28, 2025, have expressed an unmodified opinion on the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended March 31, 2025. The report of the Statutory Auditors read with notes to account being self-explanatory needs no further clarification. No qualification, reservation or adverse remark has been reported in the Auditor's Report.
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS AND AUDIT REPORT
The Board, at its meeting held on May 28, 2025, based on the recommendation of the Audit Committee, has considered, approved, and recommended to the Members of the Company, the appointment of M/s. Pusalkar & Co., Practicing Company Secretaries as Secretarial Auditors of the Company. The proposed appointment is for a term of 5 (five) consecutive years from the financial year 2025-26 to the financial year 2029-30, on payment of such remuneration
as may be mutually agreed upon with Secretarial Auditors. M/s. Pusalkar & Co., have confirmed that they are not disqualified from being appointed as the Secretarial Auditors of the Company and satisfy the prescribed eligibility criteria. The Secretarial Audit Report and the Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial year 2024-25, does not contain any qualification, reservation, or adverse remark.
During the year under review, the Secretarial Auditors have not reported any instances of fraud under Section 143(12) of the Act and therefore disclosure of details under Section 134(3)(ca) of the Act is not applicable. For further details on the proposed appointment of Secretarial Auditors, please refer to the 42nd Notice of AGM.
INTERNAL AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 138 of the Companies Act, 2013, M/s. Jain Mittal Chaudhary & Associates carried out the internal audit of the Company for the year under review.
The Board on the recommendation of the Audit Committee has appointed M/s. PNG & Co., Chartered Accountant, as the Internal Auditors of the Company to conduct the internal audit in fair and transparent manner for the Financial Year 2025-26.
COST AUDITORS
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Cost Records and Audit) Amendment Rules, 2014, as amended from time to time, your Company has been carrying on Cost Audit of the Company and accordingly such accounts and records are maintained by the Company.
The Board on the recommendation of the Audit Committee has re-appointed Mr. Dilip Murlidhar Bathija, Cost Accountants, as the Cost Auditors for conducting the cost audit of your Company for the Financial Year 2025-26. The Company has also received necessary certificate(s) from the Cost Auditors under Section 141 of the Act, conveying his eligibility to act as a Cost Auditor.
As required under the Companies Act, 2013, a resolution seeking member's approval for ratification and consideration of the remuneration payable to the Cost Auditor forms part of the Notice convening 42nd AGM.
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Particulars of contracts or arrangements entered into with related parties referred to in Section 188(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 in prescribed Form AOC-2 is annexed to this report.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Your Company has laid down a well-defined risk management framework to identify, assess and monitor risks and strengthen controls to mitigate risks and also has a comprehensive Risk Management Policy in place.
The Risk Management Committee meets at periodical intervals to review various elements of risk categorized into
high, medium and low risk areas and the Board through the Committee monitors the risk mitigation measures to ensure that the risks are mitigated through appropriate measures undertaken and the probability of recurrence is minimized. Relevant details of the Committee and its working to mitigate the risk is provided in the Corporate Governance Report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Detailed information on Corporate Social Responsibility Policy developed and implemented by the Company on CSR initiatives taken during the year pursuant to Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, as Annual Report on CSR activities is annexed to this Report. Other relevant details in relation to CSR Committee, such as terms of reference of the CSR Committee, number and dates of meetings held and attendance of the Directors are given separately in the Corporate Governance Report.
TRANSFER OF AMOUNTS AND SHARES TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AND PROTECTION FUND
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 124 of the Companies Act, 2013 and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (Accounting, Audit, Transfer and Refund) Rules, 2016 and any amendment thereof, read with all relevant notifications as issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs from time to time, all shares in respect of which dividend has remained unpaid or unclaimed for a period of seven consecutive years have been transferred by the Company, within the stipulated due date, to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
A list of shareholders along-with their DP ID and Client ID and Folio No. who have not claimed their dividends for the last 7 consecutive years and whose shares are therefore liable to transfer to IEPF Account, has been displayed on the website of the Company at www.gppetroleums.co.in besides sending communications to individual respective shareholders and issuance of public notice in Newspapers.
Members are requested to ensure that they claim the dividends and shares referred above, before they are transferred to the said Fund. The time due for transfer of unclaimed dividend to IEPF are provided in the Notes to the notice of 42nd AGM. The shareholders are encouraged and requested to verify their records and claim their dividends for all the earlier seven years, if not claimed.
PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT WORKPLACE
Your Company remains committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment for all employees, particularly women, and has adopted a Zero Tolerance Policy towards any form of sexual harassment at the workplace. The Company has formulated and implemented a Policy on Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal of Sexual Harassment at Workplace, in alignment with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and the Rules framed thereunder.
The policy is applicable to all women employees of the Company, whether permanent, contractual, temporary, or trainees, across all locations. It sets out clear definitions, redressal mechanisms, and responsibilities to ensure that all employees can work in an environment free of harassment, intimidation, and abuse.
In accordance with the said Act, the Company has constituted an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), comprising both internal members and an external independent member with relevant experience. The ICC is empowered to receive, investigate, and redress complaints, and it functions with complete confidentiality and impartiality.
The Company conducts regular awareness programs, sensitization workshops, and training sessions across locations to educate employees about the policy, their rights, and the procedure for reporting incidents. These initiatives reinforce the Company's commitment to fostering a culture of respect and accountability.
During the financial year under review, no complaints of sexual harassment were received by the Internal Complaints Committee.
Your Board of Directors reaffirms its commitment to upholding the dignity of every individual at the workplace and ensuring a safe working environment for all.
COMPLIANCE WITH THE MATERNITY BENEFIT ACT, 1961
Your Company remains committed to ensuring a safe and supportive work environment for all women employees and complies with the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 and the rules framed thereunder.
The Company extends all statutory benefits to eligible women employees, including paid maternity leave, medical bonus, nursing breaks, protection against dismissal during maternity, and continuity of service and benefits in accordance with the applicable law.
Women employees are entitled to 26 weeks of paid maternity leave for the first two children and 12 weeks for subsequent children, along with additional leave for complications arising from pregnancy or related medical conditions. The Company's policies are aligned with the Act to safeguard the health, dignity, and financial security of women employees during and after maternity.
During the financial year under review, there were no employees who availed maternity benefits. Nonetheless, the Company remains fully compliant with the provisions of the Act and continues to maintain necessary systems, processes, and awareness to ensure timely support to eligible employees.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
The information required pursuant to Section 197 read with Rule 5 of the Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 in respect of employees of the Company is annexed to this report.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Your Company firmly believes that its people are its greatest strength, and acknowledges the critical role of human capital in driving sustained growth and organizational success. We deeply value the talent, integrity, and dedication of our employees, recognizing them as one of the most vital assets of the Company.
We foster a culture of entrepreneurship, collaboration, and teamwork, which not only motivates employees but also nurtures innovation and high performance. Our work environment is inclusive, supportive, and designed to empower individuals to reach their full potential.
The Company has been successful in attracting and retaining key talent, owing to its competitive compensation structures, robust learning and development initiatives, and clearly defined career growth opportunities. Our focus on continuous learning and upskilling ensures that employees are well- equipped to meet evolving industry demands and embrace emerging technologies.
This employee-centric approach has helped us build a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently contributes to the Company's strategic goals and operational excellence.
CODE OFCONDUCT
The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct applicable to all its Board members and senior management, which includes the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of Independent Directors as prescribed under the Companies Act, 2013 as the Company believes in "Zero Tolerance" against bribery, corruption and unethical dealings/behavior in any form and the Board has laid down certain directives to counter such acts. Such code of conduct has also been placed on the Company's website. All Board members and senior management personnel (as per Regulation 26 (3) of the SEBI Listing Regulations) have affirmed compliance with the applicable Code of Conduct. A declaration to this effect, signed by the WTD & CFO, forms part of this Report.
VIGIL MECHANISM AND WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY/MECHANISM
The Company has established a Vigil Mechanism and formulated a comprehensive Whistle Blower Policy/ Mechanism to provide a formal platform for Directors, employees, their representative bodies, and other stakeholders to report genuine concerns regarding unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud, or any violation of the Company's Code of Conduct or Ethics Policy.
This mechanism ensures adequate safeguards to protect whistle blowers from any form of victimization or harassment and enables direct access to the Chairman of the Audit Committee, in appropriate or exceptional cases.
It is hereby affirmed that no personnel have been denied access to the Audit Committee under this policy. The Whistle Blower Policy is available on the Company's website and can be accessed at the following link https://gppetroleums.co.in/ wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Vigil-Mechanism-and-Whistle- Blower-Policy.pdf
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING
The Company has adopted Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading and Code of fair disclosure and inquiry in case of leak of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information ("Codes") under the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, with a view to regulate trading in securities by the Directors, KMPs and Designated employees of the Company and for fair disclosure and inquiry in case of leak of UPSI. The Codes lays down guidelines for procedures to be followed and disclosures to be made by insiders while trading in the shares of the Company and the said codes are available on the website of the Company.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
In terms of Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations read with relevant SEBI Circulars, new reporting requirements on ESG parameters were prescribed under "Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report" ('BRSR').
As per the SEBI Circulars, effective from the Financial Year 2022-23, filing of BRSR is mandatory for the top 1000 listed companies based on market capitalization. Since the Company does not fall into the top 1000 list, the requirement for filing BRSR for the Financial Year 2024-25 is not applicable to the Company.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEE AND INVESTMENTS
Particulars of loan given, investment made and guarantee given is provided in the financial statements. Please refer Notes to the Financial Statements. No loan/advance is outstanding to any Company in which the Directors are interested.
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO
The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign exchange earnings and outgo as required pursuant to Section 134(3) of the Companies Act,
2013 read with rule 8(3) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules,
2014 is annexed to this Report.
FIXED DEPOSIT / PUBLIC DEPOSITS
The Company has not accepted or renewed any deposit(s) within the purview of the provisions of Section 73 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposit) Rules, 2014 during the year under review. Hence,
requirements of furnishing details of deposits which are not in compliance with Chapter V of the Act is not applicable.
SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR COURTS OR TRIBUNALS
No significant material orders have been passed by the Regulators or Courts or Tribunals which would impact the going concern status of the Company and its future operations.
COMMITTEES OF BOARD
The details of Committees constituted by the Board of Directors and brief details pertaining to the composition, terms of reference, meetings held and attendance of the Members to the Committees during the year have been enumerated in Corporate Governance Report forming part of the Annual Report.
NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board met 5 (five) times during the Financial Year 2024-25 i.e. on May 28, 2024, August 13, 2024, October 10, 2024, November 06, 2024 and January 18, 2025. Detailed information about the same is given in the Corporate Governance Report.
SUBSIDIARY/JOINT VENTURE/ASSOCIATE COMPANY
Your Company does not have any Subsidiary/Associate Company during the year under review. However, your Company has signed a Joint Venture Agreement with West Coast Oils LLP on May 06, 2025 to establish a joint venture company for the purpose of engaging in the business of manufacturing and trading of the specialty bitumen products and other allied commodities - all types and grades of Bitumen Emulsions, PMB (Polymer Modified Bitumen), CRMB (Crumb Rubber Modified Bitumen) and other value added Bitumen Products.
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE REPORT
A separate section on Corporate Governance Report as prescribed under the SEBI Listing Regulations forms an integral part of Annual Report. A certificate of compliance by the Statutory Auditors of the Company forms part of this annual report.
EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
The extract of annual return pursuant to Section 92(3) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Rule 12 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014, is available on the following link of Company's website viz. https:// gppetroleums.co.in/disclosure-under-reg-46-of-the-lodr-2/ annual-return/
DISCLOSURE ON COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS
During the year under review, your Company has complied with the applicable Secretarial Standards i.e., SS-1 and SS-2, relating to "Meetings of the Board of Directors" and "General Meetings", respectively, issued by the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
A detailed report on the Management Discussion and Analysis for the financial year under review is presented in a separate section forming an integral part of the Annual Report. It gives details of the overall industry structure, economic developments, performance and state of affairs of your Company and their adequacy, risk management systems and other material developments during the year.
CORPORATE WEBSITE
Your Company's official website, www.gppetroleums.co.in, serves as a comprehensive and transparent platform for dissemination of information relevant to all stakeholders. It hosts detailed data on the corporate profile, product offerings, financial performance, statutory disclosures, corporate policies, and other key updates concerning the Company.
In line with our commitment to improved stakeholder communication and digital accessibility, the Company has recently revamped its website with a fresh, user-friendly interface and enhanced features to ensure seamless access to information. The upgraded website reflects the Company's evolving brand identity and reinforces its focus on transparency, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
REPORTABLE FRAUDS
During the year under review, no fraud has been reported by the Auditors under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013.
OTHER DISCLOSURES
During the year under review:
(i) No proceedings are made or pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 and there is no instance of one-time settlement with any Bank or Financial Institution;
(ii) The requirement to disclose the details of the difference between the amount of the valuation done at the time of one-time settlement and the valuation done while taking a loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof, is not applicable;
(iii) No shares with differential voting rights and sweat equity shares have been issued;
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT
Certain statements made in this Directors' Report and its Annexures may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These statements relate to the Company's future business prospects, objectives, projections, estimates, expectations, or predictions and are based on various assumptions and assessments made in light of the information currently available to the management.
Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including but not limited to changes in government policies and regulations, economic developments, industry trends, taxation policies, and other external and internal factors beyond the Company's control.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & APPRECIATION
The Board of Directors takes this opportunity to wholeheartedly acknowledge and appreciate the outstanding contributions of all employees across the organization. Their dedication, commitment, and pursuit of excellence continue to be the driving force behind the Company's success and sustained growth.
The Board also extends its sincere gratitude to all Investors, Customers, Dealers, Agents, Suppliers, Clients, Government and Regulatory Authorities, Stock Exchanges, Consultants, Lenders, and Bankers for their continued trust and support. Your confidence in the Company is both valued and motivating. We further thank the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, our legal advisors, solicitors, and business associates for their consistent guidance and cooperation throughout the year.
As we reflect on the year gone by, we take pride in our collective achievements and look forward with optimism and determination. With the continued support of all our stakeholders, we are confident in our ability to pursue new opportunities and achieve greater milestones in the years ahead.
On behalf of the Board of Directors of GP Petroleums Limited
Place: Mumbai Ayush Goel
Date: August 12, 2025 Chairman
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