BASF India Limited filed its Business Responsibility & Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, with the stock exchanges. The report, which forms part of the Annual Report 2025-26, has received reasonable assurance from TUV SUD South Asia Private Limited. The company reported a turnover of ₹149,854.0 million for FY26 and a net worth of ₹39,775.0 million as of March 31, 2026.

The BRSR covers the company's performance on the nine principles of the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC). The disclosures have been prepared on a standalone basis. The assurance engagement verified the nine core attributes of the BRSR framework, including greenhouse gas emissions, water footprint, energy footprint, waste management, employee well-being, and gender diversity.

Financial and Operational Metrics

The company’s paid-up capital consists of 43,285,640 equity shares of ₹10 each, aggregating to ₹432.9 million. BASF India operates four manufacturing sites, 14 offices, and three labs nationally. The contribution of exports was 2.3% of the total turnover for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.

Environmental Performance

The total energy consumed during FY26 was 4,67,811.55 units, with an energy intensity of 0.0311 MJ per rupee of turnover. The company reported total Scope 1 emissions of 15,399.98 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent and total Scope 2 emissions of 21,374.69 metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent. The total waste generated was 5,374.59 metric tonnes, of which 4,397.25 metric tonnes were recovered through recycling.

Social and Governance Disclosures

The company had a total workforce of 2,989 employees and 1,104 workers as of March 31, 2026. The Board of Directors comprises nine members, with two women representing 22% of the board. The company reported zero instances of fines, penalties, or settlements for the financial year. Additionally, there were no complaints related to sexual harassment or discrimination reported during FY26.

BASF India Limited has fixed the book closure period and record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the upcoming dividend payment. The Register of Members and Share Transfer Books will remain closed from Friday, July 31, 2026, to Wednesday, August 5, 2026, for this purpose. Shareholders whose names appear in the records as of the close of business hours on Thursday, July 30, 2026, will be entitled to receive the dividend.

The dividend, recommended by the Board of Directors, is subject to approval at the company's 82nd Annual General Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Upon declaration, the payout will be made on or after Monday, August 17, 2026. The company has stated that dividend income is taxable in the hands of members, and tax at source will be deducted at applicable rates.

Dividend Payment Details

The company will remit the dividend electronically through the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) to members who have registered their bank account details. Members holding shares in physical form must ensure they are KYC compliant to facilitate timely payment. Those who are not compliant must submit KYC documents, including Form ISR-1 and ISR-2, to the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, MUGF Intime India Private Limited, by the end of the book closure period on August 5, 2026.

The 82nd Annual General Meeting will be conducted via Video Conferencing or Other Audio Visual Means. Notices and the Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, will be sent electronically to members with registered email addresses and made available on the company's website and stock exchange platforms.