Metro Brands Limited Receives ESG Rating of 67.7 for FY 2024-25

Metro Brands Limited has disclosed receiving an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating of 67.7 for FY 2024-25, as announced in a regulatory filing on March 30, 2026. The rating was assigned by SES ESG Research Pvt. Ltd., marking a significant milestone in the company's sustainability reporting.

ESG Rating Details

The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, following the SEBI Master Circular dated January 30, 2026. The rating assessment provides stakeholders with insights into the company's environmental, social, and governance practices.

Parameter:	Details
ESG Rating:	67.7
Rating Period:	FY 2024-25
Rating Agency:	SES ESG Research Pvt. Ltd.
Assignment Type:	Voluntary (without company engagement)

Independent Assessment Process

The company emphasized that it did not engage SES ESG Research for the rating assignment. The research firm independently prepared their assessment based on data pertaining to Metro Brands available in the public domain for FY 2024-25. This approach ensures an objective evaluation of the company's ESG performance without potential bias from direct company involvement.

Regulatory Compliance and Transparency

The disclosure aligns with SEBI's enhanced focus on ESG reporting and transparency in the Indian capital markets. The rating information has been made publicly available through multiple channels to ensure stakeholder access:

Published on SES ESG's website at www.sesesg.com
Available on Metro Brands' corporate website at www.metrobrands.com
Filed with both BSE and NSE stock exchanges

Corporate Governance Framework

The filing was signed by Deepa Sood, Senior Vice President - Legal, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, demonstrating the company's commitment to proper governance protocols. The digital signature authentication and formal regulatory submission process reflect Metro Brands' adherence to compliance standards and transparency requirements in ESG reporting.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
+1.98%	-0.16%	-11.21%	-24.93%	-9.97%	+90.17%

Metro brands Limited has announced the cessation of Mr. Srikanth Velamakanni as Independent Director, effective from the closure of business hours on March 24, 2026. The cessation occurred upon completion of his term of appointment as an Independent Director of the company.

Regulatory Compliance and Disclosure

The company has informed both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited about this board change in compliance with Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The disclosure was made pursuant to the relevant SEBI Master Circular dated January 30, 2026.

Director Details and Cessation Information

The following table provides comprehensive details about the directorship cessation:

Particulars:	Details
Name and Designation:	Mr. Srikanth Velamakanni – Independent Director
Director Identification Number:	01722758
Reason for Change:	Cessation upon completion of his term of appointment as an Independent Director
Effective Date:	March 24, 2026 (closure of business hours)

Communication to Stock Exchanges

The intimation was formally communicated to both major stock exchanges where Metro Brands Limited shares are listed. The company provided detailed annexure containing all required information as per SEBI regulations. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Deepa Sood signed the communication on behalf of Metro Brands Limited.

Information Availability

As per standard practice, the company has made this information available on its official website at www.metrobrands.com for stakeholder reference. This ensures transparency and compliance with disclosure requirements for listed companies.