(Pursuant to Regulation 23 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 and Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013)
This Policy aims to ensure that all Related Party Transactions (RPTs) are properly identified, reviewed, approved, and disclosed in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Policy establishes procedures to ensure that RPTs are conducted on an arm's length basis, in the ordinary course of business, and are in the best interest of the Company and its shareholders.
This Policy is framed in accordance with the following statutes, regulations, and standards:
3.1 "Audit Committee" or "Committee"
Means the Audit Committee constituted by the Board of Directors under Section 177 of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 18 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
3.2 "Board" or "Board of Directors"
Means the Board of Directors of Kisaan Infotech Limited, as constituted from time to time.
3.3 "Control"
Shall have the same meaning as defined in Regulation 2(1)(e) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, as amended.
3.4 "Key Managerial Personnel (KMP)"
Means key managerial personnel as defined under Section 2(51) of the Companies Act, 2013, including the Managing Director, Chief Executive Officer, Whole-time Director, Chief Financial Officer, Company Secretary, and such other officer as may be prescribed.
3.5 "Material Related Party Transaction"
Means a transaction with a Related Party, or a series of transactions in a contract, where the transaction(s) to be entered into individually or taken together with previous transactions during a financial year, exceeds the lower of:
3.6 "Ordinary Course of Business"
Means transactions undertaken by the Company in its normal business operations, consistent with past practices and industry norms.
3.7 "Arm's Length Basis"
Means transactions conducted between parties as if they were independent, on fair market terms, where each party acts in its own best interest.
3.8 "Policy"
Means this Related Party Transaction Policy.
3.9 "Related Party"
Has the meaning ascribed under Section 2(76) of the Companies Act, 2013 and Regulation 2(1)(zb) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, including but not limited to:
3.10 "Related Party Transaction (RPT)"
Means a transfer of resources, services, or obligations between a company and a Related Party, regardless of whether a price is charged, including but not limited to transactions specified in Section 188 of the Companies Act, 2013.
3.11 "Relative"
Has the meaning ascribed under Section 2(77) of the Companies Act, 2013 read with the Companies (Specification of definitions details) Rules, 2014.
All proposed RPTs (except those exempt under Regulation 23(6) of SEBI LODR) require prior approval of the Audit Committee. The Committee may grant omnibus approval for RPTs subject to the following conditions:
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Criteria for Omnibus Approval | The Audit Committee shall establish criteria for granting omnibus approval, limited to transactions that are repetitive in nature and in the ordinary course of business. |
| Need Assessment | The Committee must satisfy itself about the need for omnibus approval and that it is in the Company's interest. |
| Approval Specifications | Omnibus approval must specify: (i) names of Related Parties, (ii) nature of transaction, (iii) period, (iv) maximum amount, (v) indicative base price/current contracted price with formula for variation, and (vi) other conditions. |
| Unforeseen Transactions | For unforeseen transactions where details are unavailable, omnibus approval may be granted for transactions not exceeding ₹ 10 crore per transaction. |
| Quarterly Review | The Audit Committee shall review details of RPTs entered under omnibus approval at least quarterly. |
| Validity Period | Omnibus approvals are valid for one year from the date of approval and require fresh approval thereafter. |
The following RPTs require approval of the Board of Directors:
The following RPTs require approval of shareholders by Special Resolution:
| Transaction Type | Threshold for Shareholder Approval |
|---|---|
| Material Related Party Transactions | Exceeding limits specified in Section 3.5 |
| Sale/purchase/supply of goods/materials | Exceeding 10% of annual turnover or ₹ 100 crore, whichever is lower |
| Selling/buying property | Exceeding 10% of net worth or ₹ 100 crore, whichever is lower |
| Leasing of property | Exceeding 10% of net worth or 10% of turnover or ₹ 100 crore, whichever is lower |
| Availing/rendering services | Exceeding 10% of annual turnover or ₹ 50 crore, whichever is lower |
| Appointment to office/place of profit | Monthly remuneration exceeding ₹ 2.5 lakh |
| Underwriting remuneration | Exceeding 1% of net worth |
As per Regulation 23(6) of SEBI LODR Regulations, the following transactions are exempt from the requirements of RPT approval and disclosure:
The Audit Committee shall review, on a quarterly basis:
The Audit Committee shall review this Policy at least annually and recommend any modifications to the Board for approval.
The Company shall disclose this Policy on its website (https://kisaaninfotech.com) at a prominent location.
The Policy shall be disclosed in the Annual Report of the Company as part of the Corporate Governance Report.
The Company shall make the following disclosures on a quarterly basis:
The Company shall promptly disclose to stock exchanges:
| Transaction Type | Ordinary Course of Business | Arm's Length Basis | Approval Required | Shareholder Approval Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lease arrangements / Infrastructure sharing | Yes | Yes | Audit Committee | If Material |
| Sub-lease arrangements | No | No | Board + Audit Committee | If Material |
| Loans, ICDs, CPs, Guarantees, Investments | Yes | Yes | Audit Committee | If Material |
| Service charges (Brokerage/DP, etc.) | Yes | Yes | Audit Committee | If Material |
| Purchase/Sale of Goods/Materials | Yes | Yes | Audit Committee | If exceeds thresholds |
| Appointment to Office of Profit | Yes | Yes | Audit Committee + Board | If exceeds ₹2.5L/month |
| Any Other Transactions | Case-by-case | Case-by-case | Audit Committee | If Material |
For all RPTs, proper documentation must be maintained, including:
All RPTs shall comply with:
When assessing RPTs, the following factors shall be considered:
| Assessment Factor | Details to Consider |
|---|---|
| Terms of Transaction | Pricing, payment terms, duration, conditions |
| Related Party's Interest | Nature and extent of interest in the transaction |
| Purpose and Timing | Business rationale and urgency of transaction |
| Company's Participation | Nature and extent of Company's involvement |
| Asset Details (if applicable) | Date acquired, cost basis, current value |
| Counterparty Information | Alternative sources, market reputation |
| Reputational Risk | Potential impact on Company's reputation |
If any RPT is entered into without prior approval as required:
| S.No. | Nature and Purpose of Transaction | Name of Related Party | Nature of Interest | Terms and Supporting Documents | Amount Involved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | |||||
| 2 | |||||
| 3 | |||||
| 4 |
This Policy establishes a framework for identifying, approving, and disclosing Related Party Transactions in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. All employees, Directors, and Key Managerial Personnel are responsible for adhering to this Policy. Any questions regarding this Policy should be directed to the Company Secretary.