Hindustan Foods files FY26 BRSR with sustainability disclosures
- Hindustan Foods filed its FY26 BRSR on August 26, 2026
- Total energy consumption rose to 283,146 GJ with renewables at 99,750 GJ
- GHG emissions reached 38,275.54 tonnes CO2e across Scope 1 and 2
- Workforce comprises 809 employees and 5,320 workers
- Zero lost-time injuries recorded for FY26

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Hindustan Foods filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for FY26 on August 26, 2026. The disclosure covers environmental metrics, workforce safety, and governance practices.
The company operates across 19 plants in India, serving markets in 14 countries. Exports contributed 2.79% of total turnover. The business is split between food and beverage manufacturing (49%) and home and personal care products (43%).
Workforce and Safety
The entity employed 809 permanent employees and engaged 5,320 workers as of March 31, 2026. Female representation stood at 12% among employees and 28% among workers. The turnover rate for permanent employees was 40% in FY26, up from 37% in the previous year.
Safety records showed zero lost-time injuries for both employees and workers in FY26. There were two recordable work-related injuries for workers during the period, compared to one in FY25.
Environmental Impact
Total energy consumption rose to 283,146 GJ from 225,984 GJ in FY25. Renewable energy sources accounted for 99,750 GJ of this total. Water withdrawal increased to 644,347 kilolitres, driven by higher groundwater usage of 289,985 kilolitres.
Greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) totaled 38,275.54 tonnes of CO2 equivalent. Scope 1 emissions grew significantly to 9,960.70 tonnes from 6,099.92 tonnes in the prior year.
Governance and CSR
The company reported no material fines or penalties under SEBI regulations. Customer complaints regarding specifications and packaging stood at 12 pending cases, a sharp decline from 209 filed in FY25.
CSR initiatives benefited over 500 individuals across various trusts and foundations. The board includes one female director, representing 14.29% of the total membership.
Historical Stock Returns for Hindustan Foods
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.55% | -1.59% | +9.67% | +29.94% | +19.50% | +77.41% |
How does the 40% employee turnover rate compare to industry benchmarks, and what retention strategies might management implement to stabilize the workforce?
Given the significant rise in Scope 1 emissions, what specific operational changes or capital expenditures are planned to decouple production growth from carbon intensity?
With exports contributing only 2.79% of turnover, what is the company's strategic roadmap to increase international market share across its 14 served countries?


































