Raipur, August 2, 2025 — Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd. (SEML) has posted a sharp rise in
its consolidated net profit to ₹436.66 crore for the first quarter of FY26, compared to
₹198.22 crore in the same quarter last year. The jump was driven by robust performance
across steel, ferro alloys, and power segments, supported by the integration of SKS Power
Generation.
Revenue from operations climbed to ₹1,633.11 crore, up from ₹926.21 crore a year earlier.
Segment-wise, the power division delivered the biggest boost, contributing ₹939.52 crore in
revenue versus ₹180.63 crore last year. EBITDA margins also expanded, aided by higher
generation and efficiency improvements.
During its board meeting, SEML approved several key measures:
Fundraising Plan: Enabling consent to raise up to ₹1,000 crore through debt
instruments.
Appointments:
o Re-appointment of Padam Kumar Jain as Wholetime Director for five years
starting June 1, 2026.
o Re-appointment of Tripti Sinha as Independent Director for a second five-
year term from October 20, 2025.
o Appointment of Arup Pal as President & Plant Head, IPP, effective August 2,
2025.
Dividend Record Date: August 22, 2025, set for determining eligible shareholders
for FY25 dividend payout.
Amendment in Articles of Association: Proposed changes include provisions for
lender-appointed nominee directors and raising the director age cap from 75 to 80
years.
The company noted that its results include SKS Power’s performance figures, making year-
on-year comparisons not strictly aligned. SEML reaffirmed its focus on expanding its power
and steel businesses while maintaining financial prudence.
