3m india has confirmed the logistical details for its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled to be held on August 26, 2026, at 10:30 A.M. IST through Video Conferencing or Other Audio-Visual Means (VC/OAVM). The meeting, convened in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) circulars, will transact business including the approval of financial results for FY26, where revenue rose 14.49% to ₹5,089.76 crores. Shareholders must ensure their names appear in the Register of Members as of the cut-off date, August 19, 2026, to be eligible for participation and voting.

The company initiated remote e-voting on August 23, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. IST, with the facility closing on August 25, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. IST. This process is managed by Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL), which also provides the VC infrastructure. In accordance with Regulation 47 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, 3M India published notices in Business Line and Prajavani on August 5, 2026, to inform members of the meeting details and remote voting procedures. The Board had previously recommended a total dividend of ₹506 per equity share, comprising a final dividend of ₹160 and a special dividend of ₹346, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM.

Financial Context and Governance

The AGM agenda includes critical governance updates alongside the financial results. Shareholders will vote on the appointment of Messrs. Price Waterhouse & Co Chartered Accountants LLP as statutory auditors for a five-year term, replacing Messrs. B S R & Co. LLP upon completion of its maximum permissible tenure. The proposed remuneration for the new auditors for FY26-27 is ₹1.31 crores. Additionally, the meeting seeks approval for the appointment of Ms. Kavita Nair as an Independent Director and the re-appointment of Ms. Jung Hyun Kim as a Director by rotation.

What the Numbers Show

The declaration of a substantial special dividend of ₹346 per share, alongside a final dividend of ₹160, signals strong liquidity generation following a year where Profit After Tax (PAT) increased by 9.71% to ₹522.32 crores. The operating margin expansion to 20.13% from 18.60% indicates effective cost management despite rising employee costs. The transition of statutory auditors is a routine governance refresh but ensures independent oversight as the company scales operations in key sectors like healthcare and industrial safety. The strict adherence to SEBI Listing Regulations and MCA circulars for remote conduct underscores the company’s commitment to transparent shareholder engagement.

3m india Limited has submitted its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, to the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited. Filed under Regulation 34(2)(f) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the report details the company’s environmental, social, and governance performance for FY26. The filing underscores significant improvements in resource efficiency, including a 15.4% reduction in energy intensity and a 16.4% reduction in water intensity compared to the previous year.

The report was signed by Pratap Rudra Bhuvanagiri, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, on August 4, 2026. Intertek India Private Limited provided reasonable assurance on the core disclosures, confirming that the sustainability data is fairly presented in all material aspects as per BRSR guidelines. The assurance covered key metrics such as greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, waste management, and employee well-being measures.

Environmental Performance

3M India reported total Scope 1 emissions of 5,000 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent and Scope 2 emissions of 11,382 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent for FY26. Renewable electricity consumption increased to 18,256 GJ during the year. The company achieved 100% compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations across plastics, e-waste, batteries, and used oil. Specifically, it procured EPR credits for 1,821 MT of plastic waste, 0.423 MT of battery waste, and 6.27 MT of used oil from authorized processors.

Social and Governance Highlights

The company employed 1,164 permanent employees and 1,366 workers at the end of FY26. Gross wages paid to women accounted for 14.7% of total wages, up from 14.5% in FY25. Employee well-being expenditure as a percentage of revenue increased by 23% year-on-year. The Board of Directors comprises seven members, with three women representing 43% of the board.

Safety metrics showed a Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) of 0 for employees and 0.60 for workers. There were no fatalities reported. The company conducted training on human rights issues for 100% of its permanent employees and workers. Additionally, 11% of input materials were sourced from local suppliers in India who underwent Supplier Responsibility Code assessments.

What the Numbers Show

The simultaneous decline in both energy and water intensity, coupled with an increase in renewable energy consumption, indicates a structural shift towards more efficient manufacturing processes rather than mere output scaling. With over 54% of total waste recycled, reused, or recovered and less than 1% sent to landfill, 3M India is demonstrating strong circular economy practices. However, Scope 3 emissions remain substantial at 422,760 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent, highlighting that while operational efficiency has improved, supply chain decarbonization remains a significant area for future focus.