NEW DELHI (India CSR): In a significant commitment to social upliftment and environmental stewardship, The Supreme Industries Limited has reported a substantial investment of Rs 23.01 Crores in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives for the financial year ended March 31, 2025 (FY 2025). This figure represents a dedicated effort by the plastic products manufacturing leader to contribute positively to society, exceeding the minimum amount required under regulatory guidelines.
The company’s CSR activities are mandated by Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, which requires companies meeting certain criteria to spend a percentage of their average net profit on social welfare activities. For FY 2025, Supreme Industries Limited’s average net profit, as calculated under Section 135(5), was Rs 1144.31 Crores. This established a CSR obligation of Rs 22.89 Crores for the year, representing two percent of the average net profit. By spending Rs 23.01 Crores, the company spent Rs 12 Lakhs more than its required obligation. According to the sources, there were no unspent amounts in respect of CSR projects for the year. This excess amount of Rs 12 Lakhs is available for set-off in succeeding financial years.
Strategic Implementation Through Supreme Foundation
Supreme Industries Limited executes its social development initiatives both directly and indirectly, primarily through the Supreme Foundation. The Foundation was specifically established to drive these efforts, acting as the implementing arm for the company’s CSR commitments. The collaboration ensures a focused and structured approach to community engagement and project execution. The CSR Policy itself was approved by the Board of Directors on July 21, 2014, pursuant to Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with relevant rules. The Policy is available on the company’s website.
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Table: Supreme Industries Spends Rs 23 Cr on CSR in FY25
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Supreme Industries Limited |
| Financial Year | FY 2025 |
| Average Net Profit (as per Sec 135(5)) | Rs 1,144.31 Crores |
| Mandated CSR Obligation | Rs 22.89 Crores |
| Actual CSR Spent | Rs 23.01 Crores |
| Excess CSR Spending | Rs 12 Lakhs (Available for set-off) |
| Implementing Agency | Supreme Foundation |
| Key CSR Focus Areas | Education, Healthcare, Sanitation, Water Conservation, Environmental Sustainability, Community Upliftment |
| Total Trees Planted | 162,054 (up from 13,970 in FY24) |
| Anganwadi Centres Benefited | Approx. 6000 children via “Maiya Ghar” initiative |
| Notable Districts Covered | Nandurbar, Ladnun, Sujangarh, Bidasar, Ajmer, Bhilwara, Nagaur, Tonk, Jhunjhunu, etc. |
| Mobile Health Clinic Beneficiaries | 15,105 (up from 11,835 last year) |
| Public Contribution to Plast India University | Rs 1.5 Crores (part of Rs 5 Crore commitment) |
| Planned CSR Spending for FY 2025-26 | Rs 28 Crores |
| Related Party CSR Transactions | Rs 19.45 Crores |
| CSR Committee Members | R. Kannan (Chairman), Shri B. L. Taparia, Shri M. P. Taparia |
Key Focus Areas of CSR Activities
The Supreme Foundation’s core focus areas for its social development initiatives are broad and encompass critical aspects of community well-being. These include education, healthcare, sanitation, community upliftment, water conservation, and environmental sustainability. The nature of CSR activities reported aligns with these areas, covering education, skilling, employment, health, wellness, water, sanitation, disaster relief, and hygiene.
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Empowering Education and Rural Development
A significant portion of the company’s CSR efforts is directed towards promoting excellence in education and supporting rural development, particularly in remote and underserved regions. The Foundation’s comprehensive education program includes facilitating educational infrastructure and learning resources, offering capacity building and training for educators, and creating platforms for rural children to participate in structured educational activities.
In FY 2025, initiatives were concentrated in specific areas of Rajasthan, including Ladnun, Sujangarh, and Bidasar Blocks, as well as in Sanskrit Schools across numerous districts such as Ajmer, Kekri, Shahpura, Bhilwara, Beawar, Nagaur, Didwana-Kuchaman, Tonk, Churu, Bikaner, Hanumangarh, and Ganganagar & Jhunjhunu. The Foundation renewed existing agreements and MOUs regarding the recruitment of volunteers and teachers in primary to senior secondary schools in various districts. It also renewed MOUs with the Divisional Sanskrit Education Officer, Ajmer, the Government of Rajasthan, and the Education Department, Nagaur. Demonstrating a commitment to early childhood education, an agreement was executed on July 1, 2024, for the upgradation of Anganwadi centres into “Maiya Ghar,” aiming to benefit around 6000 children. Plans were also made to support Anganwadi Centres at Didwana with the objective of developing them into effective learning centres.
Commitment to Environmental Sustainability
Environmental sustainability is a key pillar of Supreme Industries’ CSR and broader ESG strategy. A notable activity in FY 2025 was the significant increase in tree plantation efforts. Volunteer teachers, guided by the Trustees, undertook special initiatives to plant trees in several districts, resulting in a total of 162,054 trees planted in FY 2025. This is a substantial increase compared to the 13,970 trees planted in the previous year (2023-2024). These efforts are aimed at combating desertification, improving water cycles, and maintaining ecological balance. The company also initiated a District Waste Collection (DWC) center at Jaswantgarh Village in March 2025 to encourage waste sorting habits and potentially create a small earning process. These actions align with the company’s broader environmental goals, including transitioning to renewable energy, reducing GHG emissions, and effective waste management practices.
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Enhancing Community Welfare and Health
Beyond education and the environment, Supreme Industries contributes to various CSR activities around its plant locations. These include the development of public facilities and the upliftment of the underprivileged, often through sponsoring healthcare programs. An executive summary of an impact assessment report specifically details projects aimed at enhancing community welfare in Nandurbar District. For FY 2025, the amount spent in Nandurbar was Rs 29,09,358. The report highlights the impact of projects like the Public Toilet Project and the Mobile Health Clinic Van. The Mobile Health Clinic Van, in particular, saw a significant increase in beneficiaries in the Molgi and Akkakuwa blocks of Nandurbar district, surging to 15,105 from 11,835 in the previous year. The van was crucial in providing health check-ups directly within communities, spearheading health campaigns, providing awareness sessions, and offering check-ups and counseling for students, adolescent girls, and women at the village level. Additionally, the company contributed Rs 1.5 Crores during the year towards a commitment of Rs 5 Crores to set up a Plast India University in Vapi.
Governance and Oversight
The company’s CSR efforts are overseen by a dedicated Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, constituted pursuant to Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. For FY 2025, the committee comprised Shri R. Kannan (Chairman), Shri B. L. Taparia, and Shri M. P. Taparia. The committee met on April 25, 2024, to review activities and approve plans. The committee is responsible for formulating and recommending the CSR Policy and activities to the Board and monitoring policy compliance.
Related party transactions in relation to CSR expenditure amounted to Rs 19.45 Crores in FY 2025. This figure is likely linked to the channeling of funds through the Supreme Foundation, which is a related party used for implementing the CSR activities.
Looking Ahead
Demonstrating a continued and strong commitment to social responsibility, Supreme Industries Limited has made plans to spend approximately Rs 28 Crores on various CSR activities during the upcoming financial year, 2025-2026. This planned increase signals the company’s intention to expand the scope and impact of its community development and sustainability initiatives in the future. The audited financial statements confirm that the company complied with the requirements of Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013, and there were no unspent amounts related to CSR projects during FY 2025.
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FAQs: CSR report of Supreme Industries for FY 2025
1. What was the total CSR spending by Supreme Industries in FY 2025?
Supreme Industries spent Rs 23.01 Crores on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in FY 2025, exceeding its mandated obligation of Rs 22.89 Crores.
2. What are the key focus areas of Supreme Industries’ CSR initiatives?
The company focuses on education, healthcare, sanitation, rural development, environmental sustainability, water conservation, and community upliftment through its CSR activities.
3. Which foundation implements CSR activities for Supreme Industries?
CSR projects are primarily executed through the Supreme Foundation, which was established to professionally manage and implement the company’s social welfare programs.
4. How many trees were planted by Supreme Industries in FY 2025?
A total of 162,054 trees were planted in FY 2025, showing a major increase from the 13,970 trees planted in the previous year, as part of the company’s green initiatives.
5. In which regions did Supreme Industries focus its educational initiatives?
The company focused on rural and underserved regions of Rajasthan, including Ladnun, Sujangarh, Bidasar, and several districts like Ajmer, Tonk, Bikaner, and Nagaur. It also upgraded Anganwadi centers and supported Sanskrit education.
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