Piramal Pharma Limited announced that the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has imposed an interim environmental damage compensation (EDC) of ₹1 crore concerning its Dahej manufacturing plant. This follows earlier closure directions issued on February 4, 2026. The company confirmed receiving the notice on February 10, 2026, but stated that this new charge, alongside an existing bank guarantee, currently poses no material impact on its overall financial or operational activities.
Regulatory Development at Dahej Facility
Piramal Pharma Limited has issued a formal disclosure following regulatory action concerning its manufacturing facility located at the GIDC Dahej site in Bharuch, Gujarat. This development is subsequent to earlier closure directions received from the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) under environmental acts.
Interim Environmental Damage Compensation
The Company hereby informs stakeholders that the GPCB has imposed an interim environmental damage compensation (‘EDC’) of Rs. 1 crore. This specific notice was officially received at the Dahej Site on 10th February, 2026.
Company Response and Operational Status
Piramal Pharma stated that it is actively engaging with regulatory authorities in an effort to secure an expedited resolution, guided by the advice of the Honorable courts. Crucially, the management confirms that, aside from this new EDC charge and a previously disclosed bank guarantee, there is no material impact currently observed on the company’s financial, operational, or other business activities at this time.
The Board requests that this information be officially noted by the stock exchanges.
Source: BSE
