Chairman’s Letter to
Shareholders

Dear Shareholders,

The foundation of our Group rests on a philosophy of trusteeship, which imagines corporations as institutions that drive collective prosperity. This philosophy has played an integral role in shaping our actions for generations, guiding us in our quest to enrich lives. Over the years, this purpose, though unstated, has been our unwavering anchor.

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Kumar Mangalam Birla
Chairman

Staying Committed
for the Long-term

Dear Shareholders,

I am delighted to present to you the Annual Integrated Report of Grasim Industries Ltd. for FY23. With our eyes firmly set on the future, Grasim Industries Limited entered a new phase of growth as it celebrated its distinguished journey of 75-years of existence last year.

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Harikrishna Agarwal
Managing Director

Who We Are
Diversified in Business.
Unified in Purpose.

Grasim, the flagship Company of the Aditya Birla Group (ABG), has evolved into a leading diversified player. Having begun our journey as a textile manufacturer in 1947, today we are the leading global producer of VSF, and the largest Chlor-Alkali, Speciality Chemicals (Epoxy Polymers and Curing Agents), VFY and Linen Textiles player in India

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Capital-wise Highlights
Creating Consistent Value

A business runs on various enablers that give it the courage to
spread its wings and achieve greater ambitions. We understand
that sustainable businesses with long-term viability must use
the six capitals at their disposal to generate and sustain value
for their stakeholders.

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Financial Capital

Financial resources that the Company already has or obtains through financing

23%

Revenue growth

107,502

Market capitalisation
(` crore) (31st March 2023)

117,627

Consolidated revenue
(` crore)

Manufactured Capital

Tangible assets used by the Company to conduct its business activities

>85%

Capacity utilisation (VSF and Chlor-Alkali Business)

4,307

Capex expenditure
(` crore)

Intellectual Capital

Intangible, knowledge-based assets

124

R&D expenditure
(` crore)

17

Patents granted

9

R&D centres

Natural Capital

Natural resources impacted by the Company’s activities

1.2 lakh

Trees planted

15%

Reduction in freshwater withdrawal intensity

17%

Reduction in energy consumption intensity

Human Capital

Employee knowledge, skills, experience and motivation

24,455

Permanent employees

39%

Female addition

620,207

Total training hours

Our Businesses
Driving Diverse
Opportunities

Grasim’s diversified portfolio enables us to provide an extensive array of products and services to cater to the needs of our customers.

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Business Model
Purpose-led
Business. Driven
by Performance.
Our Group Purpose

Enrich lives by building dynamic and responsible businesses and institutions that inspire trust" is at the heart of everything we do, shaping our strategies and driving our decisions.

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Governance

Accountability Drives
Performance

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ESG Framework

Making Responsible
Choices

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Our Capitals

Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Government and Regulators
  • Shareholders and Investors

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Financial Performance
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Resource Efficiency
  • Business Ethics and Compliance

KEY RISKS

  • Strategic Risk
  • Emerging Risk
  • Operational Risk
  • Compliance Risk
  • Financial Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs

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Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Employees
  • Shareholders
  • Customers
  • Shareholders and Investors

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Resource Efficiency
  • Raw Material Sourcing and Product Carbon Footprint
  • Responsible Supply Chain
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Product Stewardship
  • Energy Consumption and GHG Emissions Management

KEY RISKS

  • Strategic Risk
  • Operational Risk
  • Compliance Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs

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Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Customers
  • Value-chain Partners
  • Shareholders
  • Employees

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Innovation and R&D
  • Opportunities in Clean Technology
  • Digitalisation, Data privacy and Security
  • Product Stewardship
  • Quality and Customer Satisfaction

KEY RISKS

  • Strategic Risk
  • Operational Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs


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Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Government and Regulators
  • Local Communities, NGOs and Other Groups
  • Customers and Suppliers
  • Investors and Shareholders

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Energy Consumption and GHG Emissions Management
  • Water and Effluents
  • Waste Management
  • Climate Change Adaptation
  • Product Stewardship
  • Responsible Supply Chain
  • Innovation and R&D
  • Air and Soil Pollution
  • Biodiversity and Land Use

KEY RISKS

  • Emerging Risk
  • Operational Risk
  • Compliance Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs



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Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Customers
  • Communities
  • Suppliers

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Empowering Communities
  • Customer Health and Safety
  • Supply Chain Management

KEY RISKS

  • Strategic Risk
  • Operational Risk
  • Compliance Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs




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Focusing on Sustainable Returns

STAKEHOLDERS IMPACTED

  • Customers
  • Employees
  • Communities

MATERIAL ISSUES

  • Employee Health and Safety
  • Diversity Inclusion
  • Human Rights
  • Talent Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Employment Opportunities

KEY RISKS

  • Strategic Risk
  • Operational Risk
  • Compliance Risk

ALIGNMENT WITH SDGs

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