Jubilant FoodWorks has received an order from the Haryana State Pollution Control Board concerning its store operations in Ballabgarh, Faridabad. The company has been directed to pay an environment compensation of ₹22.65 lakh. While the payment has been made under protest, the company is actively contesting the order, citing that there is no material impact on its financial position or general business operations.
Order Details
On May 21, 2026, Jubilant FoodWorks received a formal communication regarding an order passed by the Haryana State Pollution Control Board. The directive relates to the operation of a retail store in Ballabgarh, Faridabad during June 2022. The authority cited the absence of a prior ‘Consent to Operate’ under the relevant Water and Air pollution control acts as the basis for the enforcement action.
Financial and Operational Impact
The company has been directed to deposit a total environment compensation amount of ₹22,65,000. In accordance with the mandated procedures, Jubilant FoodWorks has already processed this payment; however, the company maintains that the payment is being made under protest. The organization has formally initiated steps to contest the order, asserting that the matter carries no material financial impact and will not disrupt its ongoing business activities or operational footprint.
Source: BSE
