Rainbow Childrens Medicare Limited has improved its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standing, securing a 'Strong' rating for FY 2025-26. CRISIL ESG Rating & Analytics Limited assigned the company an overall ESG rating of 61 and a Core ESG rating of 73 based on disclosures for the financial year. This upgrade reflects a shift from the 'Adequate' rating the company held for FY 2024-25 and FY 2023-24, signaling better performance in sustainability practices.

The assessment was carried out on a voluntary basis on July 22, 2026. It is important to note that the company did not engage CRISIL ESG for this evaluation. Instead, the rating agency independently prepared the report relying solely on data pertaining to FY 2025-26 available in the public domain.

ESG Rating Details

The following table outlines the specific ratings assigned by CRISIL ESG for the period:

The improvement in the overall ESG score to 61 indicates enhanced integration of ESG factors compared to previous years. The Core ESG rating of 73 further highlights the company's strength in fundamental governance and social metrics.

Rainbow Childrens Medicare Limited will hold its 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM IST through video conferencing. The meeting will be conducted in compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, and relevant SEBI regulations, permitting the event without physical presence at a common venue. The corporate office in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, will serve as the deemed venue for the proceedings.

The Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 23, 2026, recommended a final dividend of ₹3.5 per equity share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This dividend distribution is subject to the approval of the members at the upcoming AGM. Shareholders whose names appear in the Register of Members or the list of beneficial owners maintained by depositories as of Tuesday, July 21, 2026, will be eligible to receive the payout.

E-Voting and Meeting Logistics

The company has engaged National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) to facilitate remote e-voting and e-voting during the AGM. The remote e-voting period commences on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM IST and concludes on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST. The voting rights of members are determined based on their shareholding as of the cut-off date, Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Members who have cast their votes remotely may attend the meeting but will not be entitled to vote again.

In compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs and SEBI circulars, the notice for the 28th AGM and the Annual Report for FY 2025-26 were dispatched electronically on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Shareholders with registered email addresses received these documents directly, while a letter containing a QR code and web-link was sent to those without registered email addresses. The company confirmed that there are no shareholders holding shares in physical form as of the notice date.

Dividend and Taxation Details

The company has specified that dividends will be paid exclusively through electronic mode. Shareholders are advised to ensure their bank account details, including account number, bank name, branch details, and IFSC code, are updated with their respective depository participants to facilitate timely credit. Additionally, pursuant to the provisions of the Income-tax Act, 2025, the dividend will be paid after deduction of tax at source at applicable rates. Members must ensure their Permanent Account Number (PAN) and residential status are updated to determine the correct tax deduction rate.