NCC Limited has secured interim relief from the Telangana High Court in its legal challenge against the debarment order issued by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). The development provides temporary protection to the construction major while it pursues further legal remedies.

Court Grants Interim Suspension

The Telangana High Court has granted interim suspension of the NHAI debarment order through its order issued on February 26, 2026. This decision came after the company filed a writ petition challenging the debarment order issued by the highway authority. The interim suspension remains effective till the next date of hearing.

Regulatory Compliance and Communication

The update was communicated to stock exchanges under Regulation 30(7) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company referenced its earlier letters dated February 18 and February 21, 2026, indicating ongoing communication regarding this matter.

Company's Legal Strategy

NCC Limited's proactive approach in filing the writ petition before the Telangana High Court demonstrates its commitment to challenging the debarment decision through proper judicial channels. The company secretary Sisir K Mishra signed the official communication digitally on February 27, 2026.

Next Steps

With the interim suspension in place until the next hearing date, NCC Limited has secured temporary protection from the debarment order's immediate effects. The company's ability to obtain this interim relief indicates the court's willingness to examine the merits of the case while providing necessary protection during the legal proceedings.

NCC Limited has received an ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) rating of 68.8 from SES ESG Research Private Limited, as disclosed in a regulatory filing dated February 26, 2026. The construction company made this announcement in compliance with Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements Regulations, 2015.

ESG Rating Details

The rating assessment was conducted voluntarily by SES ESG Research Private Limited without any engagement or commission from NCC Limited. The company specifically clarified that SES independently prepared and released the rating as part of their own research initiative.

Regulatory Compliance

The disclosure was made pursuant to the SEBI Master Circular on Listing Regulations, ensuring transparency for stakeholders and investors. Company Secretary Sisir K Mishra signed the regulatory filing, confirming the authenticity of the information shared with both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited.

Public Accessibility

The complete ESG rating report has been made publicly available on SES ESG Research's official website. Stakeholders and interested parties can access the detailed assessment through the link provided in the company's regulatory filing. This transparency allows investors and other stakeholders to review the comprehensive ESG evaluation conducted by the independent research firm.

The ESG rating reflects the company's performance across environmental, social, and governance parameters, providing stakeholders with insights into NCC Limited's sustainability practices and corporate governance standards.