SPN Associates PAC Resigns as Statutory Auditor of Focus Lighting & Fixtures' Material Subsidiary
SPN Associates PAC resigned as statutory auditor of Focus Lighting & Fixtures PTE Ltd, a material subsidiary of Focus Lighting & Fixtures Limited, effective May 06, 2026, due to time constraints in completing the FY 2025–26 audit within SEBI LODR consolidation timelines. The firm had been appointed on 28 July 2023 and last submitted an audit report on 29 May 2025 for the period ended 31 March 2025. No concerns or management-imposed limitations were cited, and the resignation was disclosed to the NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

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Focus Lighting & Fixtures Limited has disclosed the resignation of SPN Associates PAC as the statutory auditor of its material subsidiary, Focus Lighting & Fixtures PTE Ltd, with effect from May 06, 2026. The development was intimated to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited under Regulation 30 read with Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and in accordance with SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/1/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.
Reason for Resignation
SPN Associates PAC, a firm of Chartered Accountants of Singapore (Company Registration Number: 2016-18513-M), cited time constraints as the sole reason for stepping down. Specifically, the firm stated it was unable to complete the statutory audit for the financial year ended 31 March 2026 within the timelines required for consolidation and merger of the subsidiary's audited financial statements with those of the Indian holding company, as prescribed under SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The firm confirmed that no management-imposed limitations or concerns were raised prior to the resignation, and no alternative audit procedures under SA 705 (Revised) were necessitated.
Key Details of the Resignation
The following table summarises the key particulars of the resignation as disclosed under Regulation 30:
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Material Subsidiary: | Focus Lighting & Fixtures Pte. Ltd. |
| Auditor Name: | SPN Associates PAC |
| Auditor Address: | 1 North Bridge Road, #07-09 High Street Centre, Singapore 179094 |
| Date of Original Appointment: | 28 July 2023 |
| Appointment Basis: | Re-appointed basis |
| Date of Resignation: | May 06, 2026 |
| Latest Audit Report Submitted: | For period ended 31 March 2025, submitted on 29 May 2025 |
| Reason for Resignation: | Time constraints for FY 2025–26 audit within SEBI LODR consolidation timelines |
| Concerns Raised Prior to Resignation: | None |
Regulatory Compliance and Disclosure
The intimation was signed by Mr. Amit Vinod Sheth, Managing Director of Focus Lighting & Fixtures Limited (DIN: 01468052), and submitted on May 06, 2026. The company has stated that the information shall also be made available on its website at www.focuslightingandfixtures.com . SPN Associates PAC, in its resignation letter, requested the company to provide a certified true copy of the Board Resolution or Shareholders' Resolution appointing a successor auditor, as applicable under the relevant laws of Singapore, to formally record the cessation of its responsibilities.
Auditor's Confirmation
In its resignation letter dated May 06, 2026, SPN Associates PAC confirmed that:
- The information provided in the resignation letter and its attachments is correct and complete.
- There is no other material reason for the resignation beyond those stated.
- No concerns were raised with the Audit Committee or Board of Directors prior to the resignation.
- The inability to complete the audit was not due to a management-imposed limitation, nor did it involve any lack of information that would have a significant impact on the financial statements.
The firm placed on record its appreciation for the cooperation extended by the management and staff of Focus Lighting & Fixtures PTE Ltd during its tenure as statutory auditor.
Historical Stock Returns for Focus Lighting & Fixtures
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.57% | +8.61% | +32.50% | +6.00% | -4.46% | +1,954.05% |
Will Focus Lighting & Fixtures be able to appoint a successor auditor in Singapore with sufficient expertise to complete the FY 2025-26 audit within SEBI LODR consolidation deadlines?
Could the delayed audit of the material subsidiary trigger any regulatory penalties or impact the consolidated financial reporting timelines for the Indian holding company?
How might this auditor resignation affect investor confidence and the company's stock performance in the near term, particularly given the tight consolidation timelines?
































