KPR Mill Limited has submitted its Annual Report for FY 2025-26 along with the Notice of its 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM IST via Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM). The meeting will be conducted in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013 and relevant MCA circulars. Shareholders attending through VC/OAVM will be counted for quorum purposes under Section 103 of the Act. Remote e-voting will be available from July 26, 2026 (9:00 AM) to July 28, 2026 (5:00 PM), with the cut-off date for voting eligibility set at July 20, 2026.

Key AGM Event Details

The following table summarises the key dates and modalities for the 23rd AGM:

FY 2025-26 Financial Performance

KPR Mill delivered steady financial performance for FY 2025-26 despite a challenging global environment. The Board's Report highlights continued growth in garmenting, supported by timely capacity additions and efficient utilisation. The following table presents the standalone and consolidated financial results:

Standalone revenue from operations stood at ₹4,30,637 lakhs, with domestic sales of ₹2,55,679 lakhs and export sales of ₹1,59,530 lakhs. On a consolidated basis, revenue from operations was ₹6,65,037 lakhs, with India contributing ₹3,58,664 lakhs and overseas ₹2,79,100 lakhs. The company's CARE credit ratings were reaffirmed at CARE AA+; Stable for long-term facilities and CARE A1+ for short-term facilities.

Dividend and Reserves

The Board declared an Interim Dividend of 250% (₹2.50 per equity share of face value ₹1/- each) at its meeting held on February 9, 2026, and has recommended a Final Dividend of 250% (₹2.50 per equity share) for FY 2025-26, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing AGM. The total dividend for FY 2025-26, including both interim and final, aggregates to 500% (₹5/- per equity share). The Board does not recommend transferring any amount to reserves. All dividend payments will be made exclusively through electronic mode, as mandated under Regulation 12 of SEBI (LODR) 2015.

AGM Business and Director Re-appointment

The ordinary business at the AGM includes adoption of audited financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026, declaration of final dividend, and the re-appointment of Mr. C.R. Anandakrishnan (DIN: 00003748), Whole Time Director, who retires by rotation and is eligible for re-appointment. As special business, shareholders will ratify the remuneration of ₹50,000/- (plus GST and out-of-pocket expenses) payable to Mr. B. Venkateswar, Cost Accountant (M.No. 27622), appointed as Cost Auditor for FY 2026-27. The Board met four times during FY 2025-26 on May 9, 2025, August 6, 2025, November 4, 2025, and February 9, 2026.

Subsidiary Performance Highlights

The Group's wholly owned subsidiaries delivered the following results for FY 2025-26:

K.P.R. Sugar Mill Limited produced 81,200 MT of sugar and 43,754.39 KL of ethanol during the year. KPR Sugar and Apparels Limited produced 1,01,800 MT of sugar and 43,861.726 KL of ethanol. Jahnvi Motor Private Limited sold 101 Audi cars and earned revenue of ₹83.54 crores. Galaxy Knits Limited has not yet commenced operations, and KPR Exports PLC (Ethiopia) continues to pursue formal closure with Ethiopian authorities.

CSR, Sustainability and Workforce

KPR Mill contributed ₹1,598.73 lakhs (2.06% of average three years' net profit) towards CSR activities during FY 2025-26, primarily focused on promotion of education, benefiting 4,250 persons. The company employs over 30,000 people, with 90% women in the workforce. During the year, 618 employees graduated through academic programmes, 17 earned university-level honours, and 40 employees advanced to professional roles. On the sustainability front, the company operates 66 windmills with 61.92 MW capacity, 40 MW solar power, and 90 MW co-gen power, aggregating 191.92 MW of renewable energy. Total Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions stood at 22,289.99 and 59,782.80 metric tonnes of CO₂ equivalent respectively for FY 2025-26, significantly lower than the prior year.

Transfer to IEPF and Unclaimed Dividends

During FY 2025-26, the company transferred unpaid Final Dividend for 2017-18 amounting to ₹27,656.25 to the IEPF Account on October 3, 2025. Additionally, shares of 9 shareholders (5,585 shares) were transferred to the IEPF Demat Account on October 10, 2025. Members whose dividends or shares have been transferred may claim them from the IEPF Authority at http://iepf.gov.in/IEPF/refund.html .

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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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