Mar 31, 2015
Dear Members,
Your Company,s Directors are pleased to present the 28thAnnual Report
of the Company, along with Audited Accounts, for the Financial Year
ended 31st March 2015
FINANCIAL RESULTS
The Company,s financial performance for the year ended 31st March 2015
is summarized below. Segment wise reporting as per Accounting Standards
AS-17 is not applicable to your Company, since your Company is engaged
in the activity of single segment only.
Year ended Year ended
Particulars 31.03.2015 31.03.2014
(In Rs) (In Rs)
Revenue from operations 9,04,63,645 11,08,04,508
Total Expenses 12,23,88,184 10,95,80,600
Finance Cost 1,74,69,084 66,21,579
Depreciation and amortization 1,98,98,790 1,54,50,939
expenses
Profit / Loss Before tax (3,18,76,227) 12,23,908
Tax Expenses 3,419 3,78,850
Current tax 0 4,59,413
Deferred Tax 3,419 (80,563)
Profit / Loss After tax (3,18,79,646) 8,45,058
Earnings per share
Basic & Diluted (0.48) 0.01
STATE OF COMPANY,S AFFAIRS AND OUTLOOK
Due to slowdown and sluggishness of business few of our main clients
closed down their business and relocated at some other territory as
advantageous to them. Consequently the occupancy rate of our hotel has
been gradually fell down so the company started incurring operational
cash loses.
The Board of Directors of the company keeping in view the ongoing
economic recession at their meeting held on September 01, 2015 discussed
on various possibilities to further develop, improve and expand the
business by adopting all ameliorative measures to increase the
profitability and overall performance of the company including
discussion of various business proposals received in the industry.
Accordingly it was decided to carryout overall reconstruction of the
entire business operations including financial rearrangement mainly to
reduce the operational and financial cost by infusing fresh equity,
funding if any from present management / new investors and which may
need the concurrence and approval of the shareholders. In this regard
the Managing Director have been authorised to take suitable action for
the best interest of the Company and stakeholders.
EXTRACT OF ANNUAL RETURN
An Extract of Annual Return (as provided in Section 92(3) of the
Companies Act, 2013) in Form MGT-9 as on 31st March 2015 is attached as
Annexure - 1 to this report
DIRECTORS, RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
To the best of our knowledge and belief and according to the
information and explanations obtained by us, your Directors make the
following statements in terms of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act,
2013
i. in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
accounting standards have been followed and there are no material
departures;
ii. the Directors have selected such accounting policies and applied
them consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable
and prudent so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs
of the Company as at 31st March 2015 and of the profit of the Company
for the year ended on that date;
iii. the Directors have taken proper and sufficient care for the
maintenance of adequate accounting records in accordance with the
provisions of the Act for safe guarding the assets of the Company and .
for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
iv. the Directors have prepared the annual accounts on a going concern
basis;
v. the Directors have laid down internal financial controls to be
followed by the Company and such internal financial controls are
adequate and operating effectively;
vi. the Directors have devised proper systems to ensure compliance
with the provisions of all applicable laws and that such systems were
adequate and operating effectively.
DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL, CHANGES DURING THE FINANCIAL
YEAR AND UP TO THE DATE OF THIS REPORT
The Company is managed by Shri Sanjay Jalan (DIN-00625845) Managing
Director under strict supervision of the Board of Directors. As on the
end of the Financial year, the Board of Directors of the Company
consists of Shri Sanjay Jalan (DIN-00625845), Shri.Parthiban
Balasubramanian (DIN-02543040) and Shri.Aditya Jalan (DIN-01219308),
Shri.Aditya Jalan (DIN-01219308) was co-opted as an additional Director
of the Company with effect from August 27, 2014 and his appointment was
regularized at the 27th Annual General Meeting held on September 30,
2014. The appointment of all the Independent Directors of the Company
Shri.Aditya Jalan (DIN-01219308), Shri.Parthiban Balasubramanian
(DIN-02543040) and Shri.Jaganath Jothi (DIN- 03312131) were appointed
by the shareholders at the Annual General meeting as required under
Section 149(10) for a period of Five years. They are not liable to
retire by rotation
Smt.Duraiswamy Tripura Sundari, (holding DIN:07155172) and
Shri.Rajavelan Krishnan Nallan (holding DIN:07155177), were co-opted as
an Additional Directors [Non-Executive-Independent] of the Company with
effect from April 11, 2015 pursuant to Section 161 of the Companies
Act, 2013 read with in terms clause 49 of the Listing Agreement.
Smt.Duraiswamy Tripura Sundari, (holding DIN:07155172) as Women
Director and Shri.Rajavelan Krishnan Nallan (holding
DIN:07155177),holds office of Directors upto the date of ensuing Annual
General Meeting. The Board of Directors based on the recommendation of
Nomination and Remuneration Committee, have recommended the
re-appointment of Smt.Duraiswamy Tripura Sundari, (holding
DIN:07155172) and Shri.Rajavelan Krishnan Nallan (holding
DIN:07155177), at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Further Shri Rajiv Bhatia (DIN- 02702964) .Shri.Jaganath Jothi
(DIN-03312131) and Shri.Parthiban Balasubramanian(DIN-02543040) were
resigned due to personal reasons with effect from August 22, 2014,
October 01, 2014 and April 11, 2015 respectively. Your Directors wishes
to express their sincere appreciation for the valuable services
rendered by them during their tenure as Directors of the Company.
Further, in terms of section 203 of the Companies Act, 2013 and read
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules,
2014, every listed company shall have whole-time key managerial
personnel. Necessary steps being initiated to recruit Chief Financial
Officer and Company Secretary.
NUMBER OF MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
During the year, 06 (Six) meetings of the Board of Directors were held
on 30.05.2014, 12.08.2014, 22.08.2014, 10.11.2014, 14.02.2015 and
27.03.2015. The details of the meetings are furnished below. In
respect of all such meetings proper notices were given and the
proceedings were properly recorded and signed in the minutes book
maintained for the purpose. The intervening gap between any two
meetings was within the period prescribed under the companies Act,2013
The Composition of Board, attendance at Board Meeting, last Annual
General Meeting (AGM) and details of memberships of Director,s in
Boards and Board Committees held by them are as follows:
Name of the Designation & No. of Board Attendance
Director Category Meetings in of Last
the year AGM
Held Atte-
nded
Sanjay Jalan Managing Director, 06 06 Yes
Executive
Aditya Jalan Director, Independent 04 04 Yes
& Non Executive
Parthiban Director, Independent 06 05 Yes
Balasubramaniam & Non Executive
Jaganath Jothi Director, Independent 03 03 Yes
& Non Executive
Rajiv Bhatia Director, Independent 02 - No
& Non Executive
DECLARATION FROM INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
The Company has received declarations from all the Independent
Directors of the Company confirming that they meet the criteria of
independence as prescribed both under Section 149(6) of the Companies
Act 2013 and Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock
Exchanges
SEPARATE MEETING FOR INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, a
separate meeting of the Independent Directors of the Company was held
on August 22, 2014
APPOINTMENT AND REMUNERATION POLICY
The Company's policy on Directors appointment and remuneration and
other matters provided in Section 178(3) of the Act is attached to this
reports Annexure-2
POLICY FOR PREVENTION OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT
As a part of the policy for Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the
organisation, the Company has in place an Internal Complaints Committee
for prevention and redressal of complaints of sexual harassment of
women at work place in accordance with The Sexual Harassment of Women
at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013 and
relevant rules there under. No complaints were received by the
Committee during the period under review.
AUDITORS AND AUDITORS, REPORT
STATUTORY AUDITOR
At the Annual General Meeting of the Company held on September 30, 2014,
M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered Accountants, (Registration
No.FRN 003555S), having office at No 50, Mandapam Road, Kilpauk,
Chennai, 600010 were reappointed as the Statutory Auditors of the
Company for a period of 3 years which is subject to annual ratification
by the members of the Company in terms of Section 139 of the Companies
Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014.
Accordingly, the appointment of M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates,
Chartered Accountants, as statutory auditors of the Company, is placed
for ratification by the shareholders. In this regard, the Company has
received a certificate from the auditors to the effect that if they are
reappointed, it would be in accordance with the provisions of Section
141 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Audit committee and the Board of
Directors recommend the ratification of appointment of
M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered Accountants as Auditors and
to fix their remuneration. The members may ratify the appointment of
M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered Accountants, as the
Statutory Auditors of the Company for the financial year 2015- 16.
SECRETARIAL AUDITOR
The Board has appointed Mr.V.S.Sowrirajan, Company Secretary in
Practice, to conduct Secretarial Audit for the Financial Year 2014 -
2015. The Secretarial Audit Report for the Financial Year 2014 - 2015
is attached as Annexure - 3 to this report.
EXPLANATION OR COMMENTS ON QUALIFICATIONS, RESERVATIONS OR ADVERSE
REMARKS OR DISCLAIMERS MADE BY THE AUDITORS AND THE SECRETARIAL
AUDITORS IN THEIR REPORTS
STATUTORY AUDITOR
A. With regard to Outstanding Statutory dues of Rs.77,74,411/-, your
Directors state that the Company is making all efforts to clear the
statutory dues in course of time.
B. With regard to Repayment of Principal and Interest due to Vijaya
Bank for Rs.97,34,541/- your Directors state that the company in the
process to carryout overall reconstruction of the entire business
operations including financial rearrangement mainly to reduce the
operational and financial cost by infusing fresh equity, funding if any
from present management / new investors and which may need the
concurrence and approval of the shareholders. There is also plan to
raise funds through personal source of the Managing Director for the
clearing the overdues of the bank.
SECRETARIAL AUDITORS
Secretarial Auditors has made certain observations in their report with
regard to non filing of some forms which various statutory authorities
which are mainly due to ambiguity and uncertainty of the applicability
of the same for the relevant period. However, the company would ensure
in future that all the provisions are complied to the fullest extent.
The Secretarial Audit Report is self Explanatory.
PARTICULARS OF LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS MADE UNDER SECTION 186
OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
There were no loans, guarantees or investments made by the Company
under Section 186 of the Companies Act, 2013 during the year under
review and hence the said provision is not applicable.
CONTRACTS AND ARRANGEMENTS WITH RELATED PARTIES
Since the related party entered by the Company were in the Ordinary
course of business and at Arm,s Length Pricing basis for AOC - 2 is not
applicable to the Company.
DIVIDEND AND TRANSFER TO RESERVES IN TERMS OF SECTION 134 (3) (J) OF
THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013
No Dividend was declared for the current financial year in view of
loss. For the financial year ended 31st March, 2015, the Company has
not proposed to carry any amount to General Reserve Account.
MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE FINANCIAL POSITION
OF THE COMPANY OCCURRED BETWEEN THE END OF THE FINANCIAL YEAR TO WHICH
THIS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS RELATE AND THE DATE OF THE REPORT
Your Directors report under Section 134(3)(l) of the Companies Act,
2013 that there have been no material changes and /or commitments
incurred in the period from 31st March 2015 till the date of drafting
of this Directors, Report, have material effect on the Financial
position of the Company, except that the Banker of the Company Vijaya
Bank, Egmore Branch has issued a demand notice dated 20/04/2015 calling
upon the Company to repay the outstanding amount of Rs.13,23,37,161/-
together with future interest from 01/10/2015 within 60 days. The
Company being failed to repay the amount, the banker has issued
possession notice of the property "Le Waterina Resorts" situated at
Sriperumbuthur Village, Tamilnadu owned by the Managing Director and
given on Joint management to the Company.
CHANGE OF NATURE OF BUSINESS, IF ANY
There was no change in the nature of business of the Company during the
year ended 31st March, 2015
CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN EXCHANGE
EARNINGS AND OUTGO
As required under Section 134(3)(m) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, the particulars
relating to conservation of energy, technology absorption and foreign
exchange earnings and outgo are given in Annexure 'B, hereto and forms
part of this Report
A. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY:
(i) Steps taken or impact on conservation of energy: The use of energy
is being optimized through improved operation methods.
(ii) Steps taken by the Company for utilizing alternative sources of
energy: In 2014-15, the Company spent considerable amount on LED light
bulbs and have replaced the existing light bulbs to conserve energy.
This will also reduce energy bills in the forthcoming months.
(iii) The capital investment on energy conservation investments: In
2014-15, the Company spent 12 lakhs on LED light bulbs and have
replaced the existing light bulbs to conserve energy
B. TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION: Not applicable
C. FOREIGN EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO: There were no foreign exchange
earnings and outgo during the period under report.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Company does not meet the criteria laid down in Section 135 of the
Companies Act, 2013 read with Companies (Corporate Social
Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014 hence there is no requirement of
constituting Corporate Social Responsibility Committee.
BOARD EVALUATION
Pursuant to the provisions of Companies Act, 2013 and Clause 49 of the
listing agreement, Independent Directors at their meeting without the
participation of the Non-Independent directors and management,
considered and evaluated the Board,s performance and other
non-independent directors.
SUBSIDIARIES/JOINT VENTURES/ASSOCIATE COMPANY
The Company does not have any Subsidiary, Joint Ventures or Associate
Company. Hence the requirement of presenting the consolidated financial
statements in Annual Report is not applicable
DEPOSITS FROM PUBLIC
During the year under review, your company did not accept any deposits
within the meaning of provisions of Chapter V Acceptance of Deposits by
the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Acceptance of
Deposits) Rules, 2014.
INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS
The details of the Internal Control system and their adequacy are
provided in the Management Discussion and Analysis Report which forms
part of this report
AUDIT COMMITTEE
The Audit Committee of the Company comprises of three Independent
Directors. The Audit Committee met five times during the financial
year 2014 - 2015 i.e on 30.05.2014, 12.08.2014, 22.08.2014, 10.11.2014
and 14.02.2015. Attendance and other details of the Audit Committee are
as follows:
No. Meetings
SI. Name of the Director Position
No. Held Attended
Parthiban
1 Balasubramamam Chairman 05 04
2 Jaganath Jothi Member 03 03
3 Aditya Jalan Member 03 03
4 Rajiv Bhatia Member 05 -
NOMINATION AND REMUNERATION COMMITTEE
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company comprises of
three Independent Directors. Jaganath Jothi (Chairman), Shri.Parthiban
Balasubramaniam and Shri.Aditya Jalan(Member). Two Committee meeting
were held on August 22, 2014 and March 27, 2015 during the financial
year 2014 - 2015.
No. Meetings
SI. Name of the Director Position
No. Held Attended
1 Jaganath Jothi Member 01 01
2 Parthiban Chairman 02 02
Balasubramamam
3 Aditya Jalan Member 01 01
The Committee was constituted to determine and recommend payment of
remuneration to executive directors. The committee shall also identify
the persons, who are qualified to become directors of the Company and
who may be appointed in senior management in accordance with the
criteria laid down and to recommend to the board their
appointment/removal and to carry out evaluation of directors'
performance and perform such other functions as may be necessary.
STAKE HOLDERS, RELATIONSHIP COMMITTEE
The Stake Holders, Relationship Committee (Share Transfer Committee) of
the Company comprises of three Independent Directors. The Committee met
2 times during the financial year 2014 - 2015. i.e on 21.05.2014 and
02.09.2014. Attendance and other details of the Stake Holders,
Relationship Committee are as follows:
No. Meeting
SI. Name of the Director Position
No. Held Attended
1 Parthiban Chairman 02 02
Balasubramamam
2 Jaganath Jothi Member 02 02
3 Aditya Jalan Member 01 01
4 Rajiv Bhatia Member 01 -
The Committee overseas and reviews all matters connected with the
transfer of the Company,s Securities, approves issue of duplicate share
certificates, monitor,s investors, grievances like non-receipt of
dividend, non-receipt of Annual Report, change of address etc and
perform such other functions as may be necessary. During the year the
Company received Nil complaints from investors.
REGISTRARS AND SHARE TRANSFER AGENTS
M/s.Integrated Enterprises (India) Ltd.,
No.1, Ramakrishna Street, Kences Towers, II Floor,
T. Nagar, Chennai 600 002, Phone No.044-28140801 & 02, Fax No. 28142479
Email: corDserv@intearatedindia.in
SEBI COMPLIANTS REDRESSAL SYSTEM (SCORES)
SEBI has initiated SCORES for processing the investor complaints in a
centralized web based redress system and online redressal of all the
shareholders complaints. No Shareholders, complaint have been received
through SCORES during the year.
COMPLIANCE OFFICER DETAILS AND ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDANCE
Shri.SanjayJalan,
Compliance Officer
Registered Office:: 1507, V.R.P. Chatram, Chennai, Bangalore National
Highway, Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu -602 105. Email:admin@lewaterina.com
VIGIL MECHANISM/WHISTLE BLOWER POLICY
The Company has established Vigil Mechanism / Whist Blower policy for
Directors and employees to report their genuine concern. Your company
hereby affirms that no complaints were received during the year.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
Details pursuant to Section 197(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 read
with Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel)
Rules 2014 forms part of this report and are annexed herewith as
Annexure - 4
No employees of the company drawing remuneration in excess of the limit
specified under Rule5(2) and (3) of the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014
CORPORATE GOVERANCE
Pursuant to Securities and Exchange Board of India,s Circular
No.CIR/CFD/POLICY CELL/7/2014 dated September 15, 2014, the Clause 49 of
the Listing Agreement shall be applicable to all companies whose equity
shares are listed on a recognized stock exchange. However, compliance
with the provisions of Clause 49 shall not be mandatory, for the time
being, in respect of Companies having paid up equity share capital not
exceeding Rs.10 crore and Net Worth not exceeding Rs.25 crore, as on the
last day of the previous financial year. As our Company does not fall
under the above criteria, Compliance Report on Corporate Governance as
required under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement have not been
furnished.
LISTING WITH STOCK EXCHANGES:
The Company confirms that it has paid the Annual Listing Fees for the
year 2015- 16 to Bombay Stock Exchange where the Company,s Shares are
listed
FAMILIARISATION PROGRAMMES
At the time of their appointment, the Independent Directors are
apprised of their role, duties and responsibilities in the Company. A
detailed letter of appointment is also issued which set-outs the
expectations of the Company, the rights, powers and liabilities of the
Independent Directors and the policies of the Company to be adhered by
them. Periodic presentations are made to the Independent Directors on
the financial and operational performance of the Company, strategy and
business plan, significant process improvements and material business
developments among others. The Independent Directors are also regularly
updated and informed about material regulatory and statutory
developments affecting the Company.
SIGNIFICANT OR MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY REGULATORS / COURTS
During the year under review, there were no significant or material
orders passed by the regulators or courts or tribunals impacting the
going concern status and Company,s operations in future
MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS
During the year, meeting of Independent Directors (without the presence
of Executive Directors) was held on August 22, 2014 to review the
performance of the Board as a whole on the parameters of effectiveness
and to access the quality, quantity and timeliness of flow of
information between the Company Management and the Board.
RECONCILATION OF SHARE CAPITAL AUDIT
Share Capital Audit was conducted by a Company Secretary in Practice,
reconciling the issued and listed capital of the Company. The audit
confirms that the total paid-up capital is in agreement with the total
number of shares in physical form and the total number of
dematerialized shares held with NSDL and CDSL.
CODE OF CONDUCT FOR DIRECTORS AND SENIOR MANAGEMENT
The Board of Directors of the Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for
Directors and Senior Management and the same is posted on the Website
of the Company.
APPRECIATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Your Directors place on record their appreciation to employees at all
levels for their dedication and commitment. Your Directors would also
like to express their sincere appreciation for the assistance and
co-operation received from the banks, financial institutions, Government
Authorities, customers, vendors and members during the year under
review.
By order of the Board of Directors
For LE WATERINA RESORTS & HOTELS LIMITED
Place : Sriperumbuthur Sd/- Sd/-
Date : 02.11.2015 Sanjay Jalan D. Tripura Sundari
Managing Director Director
(DIN-00625845) (DIN-07155172)
Mar 31, 2014
THE MEMBER
The Directors have great pleasure in presenting the Twenty Seventh
Annual Report together with Audited Accounts of the Company for the
year ended 31st March 2014 and the Auditors'' report thereon.
Financial Results (Amount In Rs.)
Particulars 2013-2014 2012-2013
Total Income 11,08,04,508.00 11,59,85,022.00
Expenditure 10,95,80,600.00 11,15,39,526.00
Profit before interest, 2,32,96,426.00 1,72,71,983.00
depreciation and taxes
Less:
Depreciation 1,54,50,939.00 75,79,348.00
Profit/(Loss) before Tax 12,23,908.00 44,45,496.00
Less: Provision for
Current Tax 4,59,413.00 18,33,544.00
Deferred Tax (80,563.00) (2,38,532.00)
Fringe Benefit Tax Nil Nil
Profit/(Loss) after Tax 8,45,058.00 28,50,484.00
Balance carried to Balance
sheet 8,45,058.00 28,50,484.00
Your Company has made a turnover of Rs.11,08,04,508/- as compared to
Rs.11,59,85,022/- of previous year and has made a Profit after Tax of
the Rs.8,45,058/- as compared to Rs. 28,50,484/- in the previous year.
Business Performances and Outlook
Your company has incurred capital expenditure for Health Care
activities like Halotherapy and for renovating the hotel and expanding
spas. As you are aware that this Halotherapy therapy is toally non
medicinal and an add on treatment for all kinds of Lungs and Skin
related ailments like Asthma, Bronchities, COPD, Eczema, Sinusitisis
etc. and is beneficial to patients of all ages. There had been delays
in the implementation of these projects. However, their potential for
growth is very good.
There is tremendous growth potential for tourism related industry. The
format and delivery of Indian hotel industry has evolved over the
period of time in terms of the technology, eco friendly activities,
pricing, market segmentation, regional preferences etc. Due to
competitive market, the occupancy and room rates have been under tight
leash for the present. However, our company expects the market to
recover following the recovery in the economy in general.
Fixed Deposits / Loan & Advances
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from the public, or its
employees during the year under review. Being the company does not
have any subsidiary company/s the disclosure in pursuant to Clause 32
of the Listing Agreement, with regard to loans /advances and
investments in its own shares by the listed companies, their
subsidiaries, associates etc is not required.
Dividend
Your directors have not recommended any dividend during the financial
year.
Subsidiaries / Joint Ventures
The company does not have any Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Company.
Therefore the company is not required to present in its Annual Report,
the consolidated financial statements of holding Company and all of its
subsidiaries duly audited by its statutory auditors.
Insurance
All insurable interests of the Company including, buildings, furniture
and fixtures and other insurable interest are adequately insured.
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings and Outgo
Pursuant to Section 217 (1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 the required particulars are furnished below.
Conservation of energy:
Energy conservation continues to receive utmost priority and the
Company monitors energy costs and reviews the consumption of energy on
a regular basis. The Company wherever necessary also initiates
appropriate measures to reduce consumption of electricity, including
using Generator. It has closely monitored power consumption and running
hours on day to day basis thus resulting in optimum utilization of
energy. The hotel is fitted with energy saving devices to conserve
energy in the long run.
Technology Absorption
The relevant particulars relating to technology absorption in terms of
Rule 2 of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is not applicable as the hotel forms a
part of the service industry and as such the Company does not have any
significant manufacturing operations.
Research and Development:
Not Applicable
Foreign exchange earnings and outgo:
There are no Foreign exchange earnings and outgo during the year under
review.
Particulars of Employees
None of the employees of the Company was in receipt of remuneration in
excess of the limits prescribed under Section 217(2A) of the Companies
Act, 1956, read with Companies (Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975,
as amended. The industrial relations continued to be generally peaceful
and cordial
Directors'' Responsibility Statement
In accordance with the provisions of Section 217(2AA) of the Companies
Act, 1956, your Directors confirm that:
a) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable accounting
standards have been followed and there has been no material departure;
b) the selected accounting policies were applied consistently and the
Directors made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent
so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
Company as at March 31, 2014 and of the profit of the Company for the
year ended on that date.
c) proper and sufficient care has been taken for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Companies Act, 1956 for safeguarding the assets of the Company and for
preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities.
d) the annual accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis
internal Controls and their Adequacy:
The Company''s internal control system is designed to ensure operational
efficiency, protection and conservation of resources, accuracy and
promptness in financial reporting and compliance with laws and
regulations which your Directors feel is sufficient for the Company''s
performance.
Corporate Governance
As per Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement with the Stock Exchanges, a
separate Chapter on Corporate Governance practices followed by the
Company together with a Certificate from the Company''s Auditors
confirming compliance forms part of this Report. The Managing Director
and Chief Financial Officer of the Company have issued necessary
certificate to the Board in terms of Clause 49(V) of Listing Agreement
for the financial year ended March 31,2014.
Statement Pursuant To Listing Agreement
The company''s securities are listed with Bombay Stock Exchange
Limited, Mumbai and Madras Stock Exchange Limited, Chennai and it has
paid the respective annual listing fees up-to-date and there are no
arrears.
Additional Disclosures
Management Discussion and Analysis Report, Corporate Governance Report,
Segment report, and Related Party Disclosures provided elsewhere in the
Annual Report form a part of this Report as required under the Listing
Agreement entered into with the Stock Exchanges
Directors
The Company is managed by Shri.Sanjay Jalan, Managing Director, under
strict supervision of the Board of Directors. The Board of Director of
the Company consists of Shri.Sanjay Jalan, Shri.Parthiban
Balasubramaniam and Shri.Jaganath Jothi and Shri.Aditya Jalan,
Shri.Aditya Jalan, (holding DIN: 01219308), was co-opted as an
Additional Director of the Company with effect from August 22, 2014,
pursuant to the provisions of section 260 of the Companies Act, 1956.
He holds office of the Director up to the date of ensuing Annual
General Meeting. Your Directors recommends the resolution in relation
to appointment of Shri.Aditya Jalan, as a Director for the approval by
the members of the Company.
The Company has also received the requisite disclosures/declarations
from Shri.Parthiban Balasubramaniam, Shri.Jaganath Jothi and
Shri.Aditya Jalan, stating that they meet with the criteria of
Independence as prescribed under sub-section (6) of Section 149 of the
Companies Act, 2013. In terms clause 49 of the Listing Agreement, their
tenure of office of independent Director has not been specified,
therefore they shall hold office as Independent Director such till the
conclusion of the ensuing AGM. Therefore the Board of Director proposed
to appoint Shri.Parthiban Balasubramaniam, Shri.Jaganath Jothi and
Shri.Aditya Jalan, as Independent Directors of the Company under the
Companies Act, 2013 to hold office for 5 (Five) years.
Further Mr.Rajiv Bhatia, resigned due to personal reasons on August 22,
2014. Your Directors wishes to express their sincere appreciation for
the valuable services rendered by the resigned Directors during his
tenure as Director of the Company.
In terms of section 149(1) of the Companies Act, 2013 and clause 49 of
the Listing Agreement the Every Listed Company should have at least One
Women Director in the Board. Further, in terms of section 203 of the
Companies Act, 2013 and read Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of
Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, every listed company shall have
whole-time key managerial personnel. Your company taking every possible
steps in this regard.
Profile of all these Directors under Clause 49 of the Listing Agreement
with the Stock Exchanges in respect of Directors seeking appointment at
the Annual General Meeting are provided in the Corporate Governance
Report and in the Explanatory Statement to the Notice.
Auditors
M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered Accountants, (Registration
No. FRN 003555S), Statutory Auditors of the Company, hold office till
the conclusion of the ensuing Annual General Meeting and are eligible
for re-appointment. The Company has received letters from all of them
to the effect that their re-appointment, if made, would be within the
prescribed limits under Section 141 (3)(g) of the Companies Act, 2013
and that they are not disqualified for re-appointment.
Auditors'' Report
The Auditors'' Report to the members on the Accounts of the Company
for the financial year ended March 31, 2014 does not contain any
qualification.
Disclosures of Particulars of Constituting "Group" pursuant to
Regulation 3 of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares &
Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.
Pursuant to an information from the promotes, the name of the promoters
and entities comprising group as defined under Monopolies and
restrictive Trade Practice (MRTP) Act, 1969, are as under for the
purpose of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers)
Regulations, 2011.: Mr.Sanjay Jalan
Transfer to Investor Education and Protection Fund(IEPF)
There is no dividend which remained unclaimed by the members of the
Company for a period exceeding 7years from its due date of payment and
there is no unpaid or unclaimed dividends falling due during the year
under review to be transferred to Investor Education and Protection
Fund under section 125 of the companies Acct, 2013 read with the
provisions of erstwhile Section 205C of the Companies Act, 1956.
Whistle Blower Policy
The Company does not have any whistle Blower Policy. However any
employee, if he/she so desire, would have free access to meet senior
level management and report any matter of concern.
Green Initiatives
Electronic copies of the Annual Report 2014 and Notice of the 27th AGM
are sent to all members whose email addresses are registered with the
company /Depository Participant(s).For members who have not registered
their email addresses, physical copies of the Annual Report 2014 and
the Notice of the 27th AGM are sent in the permitted mode. Members
requiring physical copies can send a request to the Company Secretary.
The Company is providing e-voting facility to all members to enable
them to cast their votes electronically on all resolutions set forth in
the Notice. This is pursuant to section 108 of the Companies Act 2013
and Rule 20 of the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules
2014.The instructions for e-Voting is provided in the Notice
Acknowledgement
The Directors place on record their appreciation for the sincere and
whole hearted co-operation extended by all concerned, particularly
Securities & Exchange Board of India, Stock Exchanges, Department of
Tourism, company''s bankers, Municipal authorities, Government of
Tamilnadu, Central Government, suppliers, clients and staff and look
forward to their continued support. The Directors also thank the
Shareholders for continuing their support and confidence in the Company
and its management.
For and Behalf of the Board
For LE WATERINA RESORT & HOTELS LIMITED
Sanjay Jalan
Managing Director
Sriperambudur, the 22nd day of August, 2014
Registered Office 1507, V.R.P.Chatram,
Opp. Bharat Petroleum Bunk,
Near Rajiv Gandhi Memorial,
Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu-602105
Mar 31, 2013
TO THE MEMBER
The Directors have great pleasure in presenting the Twenty Sixth
Annual Report together with Audited Accounts of the Company for the
year ended 31st March 2013 and the Auditors'' report thereon.
Financial Results
(Amount In Rs.)
Particulars 2012-2013 2011-2012
"Total Income 59351.00 12,33,04,106.00
Expenditure 11,15,39,526.00 11,27,97,180.00
Profit before interest,
depreciation and 1,72,71,983.00 1,22,38,151.00
taxes
Less:
Depreciation 75,79,348.00 9,56,518.00
Profit/(Loss) before Tax 44,45,496.00 1,05,06,928.00
Less: Provision for
Current Tax 18,33,544.00 34,72,642.00
Deferred Tax (2,38,532.00) 98,662.00
Fringe Benefit Tax Nil Nil
Profit/(Loss) after Tax 28,50,484.00 69,35,623.00
Balance carried to Balance sheet 28,50,484.00 69,35,623.00
Your Company has made a turnover of Rs.11,59,85,022/- as compared to
Rs.12,33,04,106/- of previous year and has made a Profit after Tax of
the Rs. 28,50,484/- as compared to Rs.69,35,623/- in the previous year.
Business Performances and Outlook
Your Company have started a new division in Health care, called the
"Dr. Lungs & Skin" - The Salt Therapy Clinique. This therapy is known
as "HALOTHERAPY" and is quite popular in countries like Russia, Europe,
and U.S.A. and are bringing now to India. Your Company have tied up
with the world leaders in Halotherapy - "HALOMED UAB" from Russia, for
all India region. This therapy is totally non medicinal and an add-on
treatment for all kinds of Lungs and Skin related ailments like Asthma,
Bronchitis, COPD, Eczema, Sinusitisis, etc and is beneficial to
patients of all ages. We are now launching 3 clinics in Chennai and
have plans to go pan India with 50 plus clinics in phases. Your Company
anticipates a huge growth in this business of health care.
Today the tourism and hospitality industry in India contributes around
6.23 per cent to the national GDP and 8.78 per cent of the total
employment in the country. The constant transformation has made the
Indian hotel industry more functional and practical and has gained a
level of acceptance world over. The standards of facilities and
services offered have evolved over the last decade towards the
extensive use of technology, environment friendly services, pricing,
market segmentation, regional preferences, etc. The Indian hotel
industry has seen a significant growth in room inventory across
categories from upscale luxury to limited services and boutique &
budget hotels. The occupancy and the room rates have seen continued
gains both from the domestic and the international traveler in both the
business and leisure segment. With the continued growth in India''s GDP,
improvement in the per capita income and increased aspirational
spending, the Indian hospitality sector is expected to grow faster than
most countries around the world.
Fixed Deposits
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from public or its employee
during the year under review.
Dividend
In order to conserve the liquid resources and enhance shareholders
value, your directors have not recommended any dividend during the year
under report.
Subsidiaries / Joint Ventures
There are no Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Company.
Insurance
All insurable interests of the Company including, buildings, furniture
and fixtures and other insurable interest are adequately insured.
STATUTORY STATEMENTS
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings And Outgo
Pursuant to Section 217 (1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 the required particulars are furnished below.
Conservation of energy:
Energy conservation continues to receive utmost priority and the
Company monitors energy costs and reviews the consumption of energy on
a regular basis. The Company wherever necessary also initiates
appropriate measures to reduce consumption of electricity, including
using Generator. It has closely monitored power consumption and running
hours on day to day basis thus resulting in optimum utilisation of
energy. The hotel is fitted with energy saving devices to conserve
energy in the long run.
Technology Absorption
The relevant particulars relating to technology absorption in terms of
Rule 2 of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is not applicable as the hotel forms a
part of the service industry and as such the Company does not have any
significant manufacturing operations.
Research and Development:
Not Applicable
Foreign exchange earnings and outgo:
There are no foreign exchange earning and outgo during the year under
review.
Particulars of Employees
During the year under review, there were no employees covered under
Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies
(Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975.
The Board of Directors wishes to express its appreciation to all the
employees of the Company for their outstanding contribution to the
operation of Company during the year.
Directors'' Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to the requirement u/s 217(2AA) of the Companies Act, 1956
with respect to Directors'' Responsibility Statement your Directors to
the best of their knowledge and belief confirm that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
Accounting Standards and there are no material departure;
(ii) they have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
Company at the end of the financial year and of the Profit/Loss of the
Company for that period;
(iii) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Act so as to safeguard the assets of the Company and to prevent and
detect fraud and other irregularities; and
(iv) they have prepared the annual Accounts on a going Concern basis.
Internal Controls and their Adequacy:
The internal control systems are commensurate to the size of the
operation of the Company. Whenever it is required, the systems and
procedures are upgraded to suit the changing business needs.
Code of Corporate Governance
A detailed report on Corporate Governance as updated with the
particulars of this Financial year, as per the directions from SEBI is
annexed to this report (Annexure A) together with Report of the
Auditors on the compliance with the said Code and a report of
Management discussion and Analysis is also annexed separately.
Directorate
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 in
accordance with the Article 32 of the Company''s Articles of
Association, Mr.Parthiban Balasubramaniam , retires at this Annual
General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
Brief resume of the Directors, seeking re-appointment, nature of their
expertise as stipulated under clause 49 of the listing agreement with
inter alia the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, is appended to the notice
convening the Annual General Meeting.
In spite of best effort, the Company could not appoint a Company
Secretary and in the process of finding an appointment soon.
Auditors and Auditors Report
The retiring auditors, M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai have expressed willingness to continue in office,
if appointed. They have furnished to the Company a certificate of their
eligibility for appointment as auditors, pursuant to section 224 (1B)
of the Companies Act, 1956.
The Audit committee and the Board of Directors recommend the
re-appointment of M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai as Auditors for a further period of one year and
to fix their remuneration.
The Auditors Report to the Members does not contain any qualification
or adverse remarks.
Disclosures of Particulars of Constituting "Group" pursuant to
Regulation 3(1 )(e) of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares &
Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
Pursuant to an information from the promotes, the name of the promoters
and entities comprising group as defined under Monopolies and
restrictive Trade Practice (MRTP) Act, 1969, are as under for the
purpose of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers)
Regulations, 1997 : Mr.Sanjav Jalan.
Demateralisation of Shares
The Shares of the Company had been dematerialized with both National
Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services
(India) Limited (CSDL). The Demat ISIN in National Securities
Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CSDL) is INE252K01026.
All request received by the Company/RTA for
dematehalization/re-materialization, transfers, transmissions,
subdivision, consolidation of shares or any other share related matters
and/or change in address are disposed off expeditiously.
Acknowledgement
The Directors place on record their appreciation for the sincere and
whole hearted co- operation extended by all concerned, particularly
Securities & Exchange Board of India, Stock Exchanges, Department of
Tourism, company''s bankers, Municipal authorities, Government of
Tamilnadu, Central Government, suppliers, clients and staff and look
forward to their continued support. The Directors also thank the
Shareholders for continuing their support and confidence in the Company
and its management.
For and Behalf of the Board
For LE WATERINA RESORT & HOTELS LIMITED
Sanjay Jalan
Chairman & Managing Director
Sriperambudur, the
30th day of May, 2013
Registered Office
1507,V.R.P.Chatram,
Opp. Bharat Petroleum Bunk,
Near Rajiv Gandhi Memorial,
Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu-602 105
Mar 31, 2012
The Directors have great pleasure in presenting the Twenty Fifth
Annual Report together with Audited Accounts of the Company for the
year ended 31st March 2012 and the Auditors' report thereon.
Financial Results
Particulars 2011-2012 2010-2011
Total Income 12,33,04,108 8,65,99,752
Expenditure 11,27,97,180 7,91,79,882
Profit before Interest, depreciation
and taxes 1,22,38,151 78.38,671
Less:
Depreciation 9,56,518 87,906
Profit / (Loss) before Tax 1,05,06,928 1,54,30,566
Less : Provision for
Current Tax 34,72,642 23,05,891
Deferred Tax 98,662 2,577
Fringe Benefit Tax Nil Nil
Profit / (Loss) after Tax 69,35,623 1,31,22,099
Balance carried to Balance sheet 69,35,623 1,31,22,099
Your Company has made a turnover of Rs. 12,33,04,108/- as compared to
Rs.8,65,99,752/- of previous year and has made a Profit after Tax
oftheRs.69,35,623.00/- as compared to Rs.l,31,22,099.00/-including Rs.
in the previous year.
Silver Jubilee Year of The Company
Your Company has completed 25 years in 2012. Your Company has over the
years served thousands of satisfied guests, many of whom are repeat
clients. The Bankers and other stakeholders have supported your Company
in good and bad times.
Business Performances and Outlook
Your Company offers a Resort & Spa at Sriperumbudur by the lake and a
Boutique hotel in Thiruvanmiyur Kcttivakkam by the sea. Le Waterina
Resort & Spa, located at Sriperumbudur offers 140 rooms, Restaurants,
Spa and other facilities is catering to the multinational in and
around the Sriperumbuthur Sez and Le Waterina the Boutique Hotel,
located on Thiruvanmiyur Kottivakkam Beach with 30 club rooms and
suites .specialty restaurants, bar and lounge,24 hours coffee shop,
fitness center, infinity swimming pool, spa and other 4 star facilities
The diverse nature of demand in Chennai, comprising of IT/ITeS,
automotive industry, as well as other manufacturing industries located
in Sriperumbudur will sustain the growth in demand going forward. The
expansion of existing manufacturing facilities and setting up of new
plants is responsible for attracting extended stay demand to the city,
and is also responsible for travel by foreign corporate guests with
high paying propensity.
Upgradation and Modernisation Plan:
After the completion of the financial year, the Company has started
renovating, replacing and upgradation of the facilities. The Company
has appointed an Interior Designer to suggest improvements and these
will be evaluated and work carried out in the near future to improve on
the competitive strength of the company.
The company proposes to enter the medi spa business in a larger way by
opening Ten outlets in the city of Chennai and to expand further to
other cities. It is for this purpose the company will be raising loans
from Financial institutions and banks as proposed in our Resolution.
Your Company in this director has already opened SPA at Resorts in
Sriperumbudur and at hotel in Kottivakkam. Your Company also has opened
stand alone spas at Mylapore, Nungambakkam and shortly at Cathedral
Road, Chennai
At Ananta, your Company offers the guests an ambience that spells
tranquility all the way. Equipped with the finest ingredients for face
and body treatments delivered by highly skilled therapists, your
Company ensure you get the finest by the finest. The customer -oriented
friendly attitude makes our spa a complete and delightful wellness
experience.
According to the Indian Medical Association, stress is a factor in more
than 75 percent of illnesses today. Your Company is passionate &
committed to maintain and deliver genuine and personalized wellness
services to the guests.
The demand in India for SPA and well ness industry is growing at a
handsome 10 percent annually, which bodes well for the travel and
tourism industry, and therefore considered a niche investment area.
The spa industry in India is mainly composed of resort spas, but as
international players also come into the foray, day spas are also
becoming popular.
Various regions of the country are showing good response to spas.
Especially, North India is showing the largest potential in the
development of spas in the country. Additionally, other upcoming
markets for spas include Mumbai, which is already a well established
tourism destination and economic hub in the country. Though there are
great opportunities, many operators including hotels and resort owners
lack the expertise and the skills needed to run a successful spa. The
major problem affecting he industry is the lack of trained therapists
for the spa industry.
Fixed Deposits
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from public or its employee
during the year under review.
Dividend
In order to conserve the liquid resources required for the expansion
and enhance shareholders value, your directors have not recommended any
dividend during the year under report.
Subsidiaries / Joint Ventures
There are no Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Company.
Insurance
All insurable interests of the Company including, buildings, furniture
and fixtures and other insurable interest are adequately insured.
STATUTORY STATEMENTS
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings And Outgo
Pursuant to Section 217(1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 the required particulars are furnished below.
Conservation of energy:
Energy conservation continues to receive utmost priority and the
Company monitors energy costs and reviews the consumption of energy on
a regular basis. The Company wherever necessary also initiates
appropriate measures to reduce consumption of electricity, including
using Generator. It has closely monitored power consumption and running
hours on day to day basis thus resulting in optimum utilisation of
energy. The hotel is fitted with energy saving devices to conserve
energy in the long run.
Technology Absorption
The relevant particulars relating to technology absorption in terms of
Rule 2 of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is not applicable as the hotel forms a
part of the service industry and as such the Company does not have any
significant manufacturing operations.
Research and Development:
Not Applicable
Foreign exchange earnings and outgo:
There are no foreign exchange earning and outgo during the year under
review.
Particulars of Employees
During the year under review, there were no employees covered under
Section 217(2A)ofthe Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies
(Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975.
The Board of Directors wishes to express its appreciation to all the
employees of the Company for their outstanding contribution to the
operation of Company during the year.
Directors' Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to the requirement u/s 217(2AA) of the Companies Act, 1956
with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement your Directors to
the best of their knowledge and belief confirm that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
Accounting Standards have been followed.
(ii) they have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
Company at the end of the financial year and of the Profit/Loss of the
Company for that period;
(iii) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Act so as to safeguard the assets of the Company and to prevent and
detect fraud and other irregularities; and
(iv) they have prepared the annual Accounts on a going Concern basis.
Internal Controls and their Adequacy:
The internal control systems are commensurate to the size of the
operation of the Company. Whenever it is required, the systems and
procedures are upgraded to suit the changing business needs.
Code of Corporate Governance
A detailed report on Corporate Governance as updated with the
particulars of this Financial year, as per the directions from SEBI is
annexed to this report (AnnexureA') together with Report of the
Auditors on the compliance with the said Code and a report of
Management discussion and Analysis is also annexed separately.
Directorate
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 in
accordance with the Article 32 of the Company's Articles of
Association, Mr.Jaganath Jothi retires at this Annual General Meeting
and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
Brief resume of the Directors, seeking re-appointment, nature of their
expertise as stipulated under clause 49 of the listing agreement with
inter alia the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, is appended to the notice
convening the Annual General Meeting.
In spite of best effort, the Company could not appoint a Company
Secretary and in the process of finding an appointment soon.
Auditors and Auditors Report
The retiring auditors, M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai have expressed willingness to continue in office,
if appointed. They have furnished to the Company a certificate of their
eligibility for appointment as auditors, pursuant to section 224 (IB)
of the Companies Act, 1956.
The Audit committee and the Board of Directors recommend the
re-appointment of M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai as Auditors for a further period of one year and
to fix their remuneration.
The Auditors Report to the Members does not contain any qualification
or adverse remarks. Disclosures of Particulars of Constituting "Group"
pursuant to Regulation 3(l)(e) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of
Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
Pursuant to an information from the promotes, the name of the promoters
and entities comprising group as defined under Monopolies and
restrictive Trade Practice (MRTP) Act, 1969, are as under for he
purpose of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers)
Regulations, 1997 :
Mr.Sanjay Jalan.
Demateralisation of Shares
The Shares of the Company had been dematerialized with both National
Securities Depository Limited
(NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CSDL). The
Demat ISIN in National
Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services
(India) Limited (CSDL) is INE252K.01026.
All request received by the Company/RTA for dematerialization /
re-materialization, transfers, transmissions, subdivision,
consolidation of shares or any other share related matters and/or
change in address are disposed off expeditiously.
Acknowledgement
The Directors place on record their appreciation for the sincere and
whole hearted co-operation extended by all concerned, particularly
Securities & Exchange Board of India, Stock Exchanges, Department of
Tourism, company's bankers, Municipal authorities, Government of
Tamilnadu, Central Government, suppliers, clients and staff and look
forward to their continued support. The Directors also thank the
Shareholders for continuing their support and confidence in the Company
and its management.
By Order of the Board
For LE WATERINA RESORT & HOTELS LIMITED
Sanjay Jalan
Sriperambudur, the 22nd day of August, 2012 Chairman & Managing
Director
Registered Office
1507, V.R.P.Chatram, Opp. Bharat Petroleum Bunk,
Near Rajiv Gandhi Memorial,
Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu - 602 105
Mar 31, 2011
DIRECTORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBER
The Directors have great pleasure in presenting the Twenty Fourth
Annual Report together with Audited Accounts of the Company for the
year ended 31st March 2011 and the Auditors' report thereon.
Financial Results (Amount In Rs.)
Particulars 2010-2011 2009-2010
Total Income 8,65,99,752 2,18,65,953
Expenditure 7,9091,977 1,98,85,434
Profit before interest, 75,07,775 19,80,519
depreciation and taxes
Less:
Depreciation 87,906 75,303
Profit/(Loss) before Tax & 74,19,869 19,05,216
Extraordinary items
Profit on Sale of 80,10,697 -
agricultural land
Profit/(Loss) before Tax 1,54,30,566 -
Less: Provision for 23,05,891 4,24,627
Current Tax 2,577 (10,116)
Deferred Tax
Profit/(Loss) after Tax 1,31,22,099 14,90,705
Add: balance brought forward 1,01,24,864 86,34,160
from previous year
Available for appropriation 2,32,46.963 1,01,24,865
Balance carried to 2,32,46,963 1,01,24,865
Balance sheet
Your Company has made a turnover of Rs.8,65,99,752/- as compared to
Rs.2,18,65,9537- of previous year and has made a Profit after Tax of
the Rs.1,31,22,0997- as compared to Rs.14,90,7057- in the previous
year. The Profits include profit on sale of agricultural lands at Theni
to the tune of Rs.80,10,6977-
Business Performances and Outlook
At present the Company has two places of business. Nestled on the Banks
of Sriperambathur lake, Le Waterina Resort & Spa - Lakeside Luxury
Resort is an ideal get away for conferences and leisure, with star
amenities, all within a natural and tranquil settings. Le Waterina
Resort & Spa is just a 45 minutes drive from both the National and
International airports as well as from Chennai. Well connected with all
business, industry, entertainment, tourist locations and the proposed
green field Internationa! Airport at Sriperambathur. Le Waterina Resort
& Spa - Lakeside Luxury Resort, is a perfect retreat for the corporate
traveller where work and pleasure blend seamlessly into each other.
Where the setting sun makes way for brighter times. It is located in
the Heart of Sriperambathur's Industrial Hub on the Chennai Bangalore
National highway, within close proximity of the three Sipcot Industrial
Estate, Oragadum, Irrungattukottai, and Sriperambathur.
Site Location -1
Le Waterina Resort & Spa - Lakeside Luxury Resort
1507,Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
VRP Chattram, Sriperambadur.
Our second facility is a Boutique hotel in Thiruvanmiyur'Kottivakkam by
the sea. Popularly called as Le Waterina the Boutique Hotel, located
on Thiruvanmiyur Kottivakkam Beach with 30 club rooms and suites,
specialty restaurants, bar and lounge,24 hours coffee shop, banquets,
fitness center, infinity swimming pool, spa and other 4 star
facilities. A four star boutique hotel with all the rooms overlooking
the sea, and is ideally located across the Tidel Park, Ascendas and
other IT Parks.
Site Location - II
Le Waterina - The Boutique Hotel
No 35 Kaveri Nagar
WaterLand Drive,Thiruvanmiyur
Kottivakkam Beach
Chennai 600 041
The business from the foreign tourists is expected due to increased
flights into Tamilnadu from neighbouring countries. There is also an
increase in domestic traffic into Tamilnadu due to improvement in the
disposable income available with individuals and the better performance
of the corporates and the stock market. Your Company expects to do
better than last year as occupancy rates are higher with the early
start of the foreign season in October.
As reported Tamil Nadu is a flourishing state both in terms of economy
and tourism and draws scores of tourists all the year round. The things
to watch in Tamil Nadu are almost endless and whether you are an
adventure lover or a pilgrim, this amazing state has a lot in store for
its visitors. Here, you can come across beautiful beaches, wildlife
sanctuaries, historic and marks, monuments and grand festivals. Almost
all the important tourist destinations of Tamil Nadu offer a range of
fine lodging facilities to its tourists depending on their interest and
preferences.
Sale of Agricultural lands
The Company has decided to concentrate on the core activities of the
company namely hospitality industry. Hence has sold the agricultural
lands lying at Theni and made profit on sale of the agricultural lands
to the tune of Rs.80.10 lakhs
Sub-division of shares
The Company has obtained approval of Shareholders and also of Registrar
of Companies, Chennai with regard to Sub-division of each of the
Ordinary (Equity) Shares of the face value of Rs.10/- each in the
Equity Share Capital of the Company fully paid-up into 10 Ordinary
(Equity) Shares of the face value of Rs.1/- each fully paid-up and
amendment to the Memorandum of Association. Accordingly the change have
been approved by the Stock Exchanges. The complete details of EGM
exercises are provided in the Corporate Governance Report attached and
forming part of this report.
Fixed Deposits
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from public or its employee
during the year under review.
Dividend
In order to conserve the liquid resources and enhance shareholders
value, your directors have not recommended any dividend during the year
under report.
Subsidiaries / Joint Ventures
There are no Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Company.
Insurance
All insurable interests of the Company including, buildings, furniture
and fixtures and other insurable interest are adequately insured.
STATUTORY STATEMENTS
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings And Outgo
Pursuant to Section 217 (1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 the required particulars are furnished below.
Conservation of energy:
Energy conservation continues to receive utmost priority and the
Company monitors energy costs and reviews the consumption of energy on
a regular basis. The Company wherever necessary also initiates
appropriate measures to reduce consumption of electricity, including
using Generator. It has closely monitored power
consumption and running hours on day to day basis thus resulting in
optimum utilisation of energy. The hotel is fitted with energy saving
devices to conserve energy in the long run.
Technology Absorption
The relevant particulars relating to technology absorption in terms of
Rule 2 of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is not applicable as the hotel forms a
part of the service industry and as such the Company does not have any
significant manufacturing operations.
Research and Development:
Not Applicable
Foreign exchange earnings and outgo:
There are no foreign exchange earning and outgo during the year under
review.
Particulars of Employees
During the year under review, there were no employees covered under
Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies
(Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975.
The Board of Directors wishes to express its appreciation to all the
employees of the Company for their outstanding contribution to the
operation of Company during the year.
Directors' Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to the requirement u/s 217(2AA) of the Companies Act, 1956
with respect to Directors' Responsibility Statement your Directors to
the best of their knowledge and belief confirm that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
Accounting Standards and given proper explanation relating to material
departure;
(ii) they have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
Company at the end of the financial year and of the Profit of the
Company for that period;
(iii) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Act so as to safeguard the assets of the Company and to prevent and
detect fraud and other irregularities; and
(iv) they have prepared the annual Accounts on a going Concern basis.
Internal Controls and their Adequacy:
The internal control systems are commensurate to the size of the
operation of the Company. Whenever it is required, the systems and
procedures are upgraded to suit the changing business needs.
Code of Corporate Governance
A detailed report on Corporate Governance as updated with the
particulars of this Financial year, as per the directions from SEBI is
annexed to this report (Annexure A') together with Report of the
Auditors on the compliance with the said Code and a report of
Management discussion and Analysis is also annexed separately.
Directorate
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Article 32 of the Company's Articles of Association, Mr.Rajiv Bhatia
retires at this Annual General Meeting and being eligible, offers
himself for re-appointment.
Mr.Jaganath Jothi, who was appointed as an Additional Director pursuant
to the provisions of section 260 of the Companies Act, 1956 and
Articles 33 of the Articles of Association by the Board of Directors at
their meeting held on 01st October, 2010, holds office as such till the
conclusion of the ensuring Annual General Meeting. The Company has
received notice in writing along with a deposit of Rs.500 from a member
as required under section 257 of the Companies Act, 1956 signifying his
intention to propose the appointment Mr.Jaganath Jothi as a Director of
the Company. Your Directors recommend their respective appointment as
Director of the Company.
Mr.Ashok Ghatty has resigned from the post of Director with effect from
01st October, 2010. Your Directors wish to express their sincere
appreciation for the valuable services rendered by him during his
tenure as Director,
Brief resume of the Directors, seeking re-appointment, nature of their
expertise as stipulated under clause 49 of the listing agreement with
inter alia the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, is appended to the notice
convening the Annual General Meeting.
In spite of best effort, the Company could not appoint a Company
Secretary and in the process of finding an appointment soon.
Auditors and Auditors Report
The retiring auditors, M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai have expressed willingness to continue in office,
if appointed. They have furnished to the Company a certificate of their
eligibility for appointment as auditors, pursuant to section 224 (1B)
of the Companies Act, 1956..
The Audit committee and the Board of Directors recommend the
re-appointment of M/s.N.Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai as Auditors for a further period of one year and
to fix their remuneration.
The Auditors Report to the Members does not contain any qualification
or adverse remarks.
Disclosures of Particulars of Constituting "Group" pursuant to
Regulation 3(1 )(e) of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares &
Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
Pursuant to an information from the promotes, the name of the promoters
and entities comprising group as defined under Monopolies and
restrictive Trade Practice (MRTP) Act, 1969, are as under for the
purpose of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers)
Regulations, 1997 : Mr.Saniay Jalan.
Demateralisation of Shares
The Shares of the Company had been dematerialized with both National
Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services
(India) Limited (CSDL). The Demat ISIN in National Securities
Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CSDL) is JNE252K01026.
All request received by the Company/RTA for
demateriaiization/re-materiaiization, transfers, transmissions,
subdivision, consolidation of shares or any other share related matters
and/or change in address are disposed off expeditiously.
Acknowledgement
The Directors place on record their appreciation for the sincere and
whole hearted co-operation extended by all concerned, particularly
Securities & Exchange Board of India, Stock Exchanges, Department of
Tourism, company's bankers, Municipal authorities, Government of
Maharashtra, Central Government, suppliers, clients and staff and look
forward to their continued support. The Directors also thank the
Shareholders for continuing their support and confidence in the Company
and its management.
For and Behalf of the Board
For LE WATERINA RESORT & HOTELS LIMITED
Sanjay Jalan
Chairman & Managing Director
Sriperambuthur, the 30th day of August, 2011
Registered Office
1507, V.R.P.Chatram,
Opp. Bharat Petroleum Bunk,
Near Rajiv Gandhi Memorial,
Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu-602 105
Mar 31, 2010
The Directors have great pleasure in presenting the Twenty Third
Annual Report together with Audited Accounts of the Company for the
year ended 31st March 2010 and the Auditors report thereon.
Financial Results
(Amount In Rs.)
Particulars 2009-2010 2008-2009
Total Income 2,18,65,952.00 61,16,681.00
Expenditure 1,98,85,434.00 56,14,871.00
Profit before interest, depreciation
and taxes 19,80,518.00 5,01,812.00
Less:
Depreciation 75,303.00 75,210.00
Profit/(Loss) before Tax 19,05,215.00 4,26,602.00
Less: Provision for
Current Tax 4,24,627.00 42,863.00
Deferred Tax (10,116.00) (9.932.00)
Fringe Benefit Tax - 19,244.00
Profit/(Loss) after Tax 14,90,704.00 3,74,427.00
Add: balance brought forward
from previous year 86,34,160.00 82,59,733.00
Available for appropriation 1,01,24,864.00 86,34,160.00
Balance carried to Balance sheet 1,01,24,864.00 86,34,160.00
Your Company has made a turnover of Rs.2,18,65,952.00/- as compared to
Rs.61,16,681.00/- of previous year and has made a profit of Rs.
19,05,215.00/- compared to Rs. 4,26,602.00/- of previous year.
Consequent to the venturing into Hospitality business since 01.01.2010
the turnover of the current year can not be compared with of the
previous year.
Business Outlook
Your Companys maiden project "Le Waterina Resort & Spa", located at
Sriperumbudur offers 140 rooms, Restaurants, Banquet Halls, Spa and
other facilities is catering to the multinationals in and around the
Sriperumbuthur Special Economic Zone(SEZ). To capitalise on this
looming shortage of rooms in the domestic markets, your Company has
chalked out ambitious acquisition / expansion plans.
Change of the Object Clause and Name
The Company has obtained approval of Shareholders under postal ballot
and also of Registrar of Companies, Chennai with regard to the
amendment to the main object to venture into hospitality sector and
consequently changed the name from Harringtons Industries Limited to Le
Waterina Resorts & Hotels Limited. Accordingly the new name have been
approved by the Stock Exchanges. The complete details of postal ballot
exercises are provided in the Corporate Governance Report attached and
forming part of this report.
Fixed Deposits
Your Company has not accepted any deposits from public or its employee
during the year under review.
Dividend
In order to conserve the liquid resources and enhance shareholders
value, Your directors have not recommended any dividend during the year
under report.
Subsidiaries / Joint Ventures
There are no Subsidiaries and Joint Venture Company.
Insurance
All insurable interests of the Company including, buildings, furniture
and fixtures and other insurable interest are adequately insured.
STATUTORY STATEMENTS
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings And Outgo
Pursuant to Section 217 (1) (e) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with
Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of Board of
Directors) Rules, 1988 the required particulars are furnished below.
Conservation of energy:
Energy conservation continues to receive utmost priority and the
Company monitors energy costs and reviews the consumption of energy on
a regular basis. The Company wherever necessary also initiates
appropriate measures to reduce consumption of electricity, including
using Generator. It has closely monitored power consumption and running
hours on day to day basis thus resulting in optimum utilisation of
energy. The hotel is fitted with energy saving devices to conserve
energy in the long run.
Technology Absorption
The relevant particulars relating to technology absorption in terms of
Rule 2 of the Companies (Disclosure of Particulars in the Report of the
Board of Directors) Rules, 1988 is not applicable as the hotel forms a
part of the service industry and as such the Company does not have any
significant manufacturing operations.
Research and Development:
Not Applicable
Foreign exchange earnings and outgo:
There are no foreign exchange earning and outgo during the year under
review. Particulars of Employees
During the year under review, there were no employees covered under
Section 217(2A) of the Companies Act, 1956 read with the Companies
(Particulars of Employees) Rules, 1975.
The Board of Directors wishes to express its appreciation to all the
employees of the Company for their outstanding contribution to the
operation of Company during the year.
Directors Responsibility Statement
Pursuant to the requirement u/s 217(2AA) of the Companies Act, 1956
with respect to Directors Responsibility Statement your Directors to
the best of their knowledge and belief confirm that:
(i) in the preparation of the annual accounts, the applicable
Accounting Standards and given proper explanation relating to material
departure;
(ii) they have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and
prudent so as to give true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
Company at the end of the financial year and of the profit of the
Company for that period;
(iii) they have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the
Act so as to safeguard the assets of the Company and to prevent and
detect fraud and other irregularities; and
(iv) they have prepared the annual Accounts on a going Concern basis.
Internal Controls and their Adequacy:
The internal control systems are commensurate to the size of the
operation of the Company. Whenever it is required, the systems and
procedures are upgraded to suit the changing business needs.
Revocation of Suspension in trading of equity shares
Your Directors happy to inform you that pursuant to the application
made to the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited (BSE) for the best interest
of the Company and stakeholders after due compliance of the legal
requirements BSE vide their notice no.20091223-9, dated Wednesday,
December 23, 2009 informed the trading members and also to Company that
the suspension in trading of equity shares of the Company will be
revoked w.e.f Thursday, December 31, 2009 and according your Company
equity shares are listed with the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited.
Code of Corporate Governance
A detailed report on Corporate Governance as updated with the
particulars of this Financial year, as per the directions from SEBI is
annexed to this report (Annexure A) together with Report of the
Auditors on the compliance with the said Code and a report of
Management discussion and Analysis is also annexed separately.
Directorate
In compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 in
accordance with the Article 32 of the Companys Articles of
Association, Mr.Parthiban Balasubramanian retires at this Annual
General Meeting and being eligible, offers himself for re-appointment.
Brief resume of the Directors, seeking re-appointment, nature of their
expertise as stipulated under clause 49 of the listing agreement with
inter alia the Bombay Stock Exchange Limited, is appended to the notice
convening the Annual General Meeting.
Company Secretary
Your Company has interviewed few candidates and in the process of
finding an appointment soon.
Auditors and Auditors Report
The retiring auditors, M/s. N. Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai have expressed willingness to continue in office,
if appointed. They have
furnished to the Company a certificate of their eligibility for
appointment as auditors, pursuant to section 224 (IB) of the Companies
Act, 1956.
The Audit committee and the Board of Directors recommend the
re-appointment of M/s. N. Balasubramanian Associates, Chartered
Accountants, Chennai as Auditors for a further period of one year and
to fix their remuneration.
The Auditors Report to the Members does not contain any qualification
or adverse remarks.
Disclosures of Particulars of Constituting "Group" pursuant to
Regulation 3(l)(e) of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares &
Takeovers) Regulations, 1997.
Pursuant to an information from the promotes, the name of the promoters
and entities comprising group as defined under Monopolies and
restrictive Trade Practice (MRTP) Act, 1969, are as under for the
purpose of the SEBI(Substantial Acquisition of Shares 8s Takeovers)
Regulations, 1997 are Mr.Sanjay Jalan and Mr.R.K.Jalan.
Demateralisation of Shares
The Shares of the Company had been dematerialized with both National
Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services
(India) Limited (CSDL). The Demat ISIN in National Securities
Depository Limited (NSDL) and Central Depository Services (India)
Limited (CSDL) is INE252K01018.
All request received by the Company/RTA for dematerialization/
re-materialization, transfers, transmissions, subdivision,
consolidation of shares or any other share related matters and/or
change in address are disposed off expeditiously.
Acknowledgement
The Directors place on record their appreciation for the sincere and
whole hearted co- operation extended by all concerned, particularly
Securities & Exchange Board of India, Stock Exchanges, Department of
Tourism, companys bankers, Municipal authorities, Government of
Maharashtra, Central Government, suppliers, clients and staff and look
forward to their continued support. The Directors also thank the
Shareholders for continuing their support and confidence in the Company
and its management.
For and Behalf of the Board
For LE WATERINA RESORT & HOTELS LIMITED
Sanjay Jalan
Chairman & Managing Director
Sriperambudur, the 02nd day
of September, 2010
Registered Office
1507,V.R.P.Chatram,
Opp. Bharat Petroleum Bunk,
Near Rajiv Gandhi Memorial,
Chennai-Bangalore National Highway,
Sriperambuthur, Tamilnadu-602 105
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