Bata India Limited has officially released its Secretarial Compliance Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The report, prepared by M/s. Chandrasekaran Associates, provides an independent review of the company’s statutory compliances and adherence to corporate governance standards. The documentation confirms the company’s overall commitment to regulatory requirements, noting a minor technical delay during the introduction of a new integrated reporting utility.
Report Overview and Scope
Bata India Limited has submitted its comprehensive Secretarial Compliance Report for the fiscal year concluding on March 31, 2026. This annual review assesses the company’s performance against statutory provisions, corporate policies, and board-level governance practices to ensure transparency and accountability.
Compliance and Governance Highlights
The audit, conducted by independent professionals, confirms that the company has largely met its obligations under prevailing corporate laws. Key focus areas included the maintenance of Secretarial Standards, the timely adoption of company policies, and the accuracy of website disclosures. The review found that the board of directors has consistently prioritized robust governance, with all policies subject to regular updates and board-level oversight.
Operational Disclosure and Technical Notes
During the review period, the company encountered a 95-minute delay in the initial submission of its first Integrated Financial Filing in XBRL format. Management clarified that this was an isolated incident caused by the transition to a newly introduced electronic filing utility, which went live on April 2, 2025. The company actively coordinated with exchange authorities to resolve technical errors, and no formal adverse actions were taken by regulatory bodies. Other mandatory disclosures, including board meeting outcomes and related party transactions, were completed within the prescribed timelines.
Source: BSE
