KPR Mill Limited has announced the convening of its 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) through a newspaper advertisement published in Business Line and Malaimalar. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST via Video Conferencing (VC) and Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM). Members participating through VC/OAVM will be counted for quorum purposes under Section 103 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Key AGM Event Details

The table below outlines the critical dates and modalities for the upcoming AGM:

E-Voting and Scrutinizer Details

Remote e-voting facilities are provided by NSDL. Members who have cast their votes via remote e-voting may attend the AGM but are not eligible to vote again during the meeting. The Board has appointed Mr. A. Vetrivel, Chartered Accountant (FCA 25028), as the Scrutinizer to ensure the voting process is conducted fairly and transparently.

Access and Compliance

The Notice of AGM, explanatory statement, and Annual Report for the financial year 2025-26 are available for download on the company's website and the websites of BSE Limited, National Stock Exchange of India Limited, and NSDL. The company has requested members to update their residential status, PAN, and category details with their Depository Participants to comply with Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) requirements on dividend income under the Income Tax Act, 1961.

KPR Mill Limited filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26, detailing its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. The company reported achieving 100% renewable energy consumption for its operations, supported by 61.92 MW of windmill capacity and 35 MW of solar power installations. The filing confirms compliance with Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) standards across all manufacturing units, utilizing advanced wastewater treatment technologies to recycle 100% of effluent.

Environmental Performance

The company’s total energy consumption from renewable sources reached 994.77 TJ, compared to 583.00 TJ from non-renewable sources. This shift contributed to a reduction in energy intensity to 0.03664 TJ per INR Million of turnover. Water withdrawal totalled 9,98,858.20 kilolitres, with an intensity of 23.19 KL per INR Million. The report highlights specific initiatives such as the Zero Coal initiative and Cold Pad Batch (CPB) dyeing to reduce the carbon footprint and material waste.

Social and Governance Metrics

KPR Mill maintained a workforce of 20,308 individuals, comprising 3,465 employees and 16,843 workers. Safety records showed zero fatalities and zero lost time injuries for both employees and workers during the year. The company conducted extensive training programs, covering 100% of its workforce on topics including compliance, risk management, and health and safety. A dedicated grievance redressal mechanism, including the 'Ungal Kural' and 'Ulula' systems, was operational to address employee concerns.

Stakeholder Engagement and Compliance

The report confirms the company’s adherence to regulatory standards, including ISO 14001:2015 for environmental management and ISO 45001:2018 for occupational health and safety. Independent assessments were conducted by ESG International to verify the data. KPR Mill engaged with over 1,500 domestic clients and exported to more than 60 countries, with exports contributing 38.42% to the total turnover. The Board of Directors, comprising 12 members, oversees the Business Responsibility Committee to ensure continuous improvement in sustainability practices.

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