Aditya Birla Capital Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26

Aditya Birla Capital Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26​

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The report highlights the company's efforts in enhancing corporate governance, employee well-being, environmental stewardship, and inclusive growth.

The reporting for FY 2025-26 was conducted on a standalone basis, covering ABCL’s operations as a unified entity following its strategic merger with its wholly owned subsidiary, Aditya Birla Finance Limited (ABFL). The report received reasonable assurance from DNV Business Assurance India Pvt. Ltd. regarding core non-financial disclosures.

Operational and Financial Overview​

ABCL operates as a systemically important non-deposit taking Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) in India. Its primary business activities involve lending, financing, and the distribution of financial and insurance products to a diverse customer base, including retail, High Net-Worth Individuals (HNI), MSMEs, and corporate clients.

The company's key financial and operational metrics for FY 2025-26 are as follows:

Employee Well-being and Diversity​

The company continues to prioritize a supportive workplace culture. For FY 2025-26, women accounted for 14% of the total permanent workforce (1,167 out of 8,230 employees). The report highlights that 100% of employees were covered by health insurance and accident insurance, while 100% of female employees received maternity benefits.

ABCL maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward workplace harassment and remains committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all employees regardless of race, religion, or gender.

Environmental Initiatives and Energy Management​

ABCL has initiated several measures to reduce its carbon footprint and improve resource efficiency:

• Renewable Energy: The company has achieved a cumulative installed solar capacity of 180 kW across 6 branches.
• Waste Management: In FY2025-26, the company recycled 8.82 metric tons of waste. It maintains partnerships with specialized agencies for systematic waste collection and responsible sanitary hygiene waste disposal.
• Water Conservation: The company has implemented measures to reduce water consumption and supports waste management practices at its corporate offices.

The energy consumption data for FY 2025-26 shows:

Social Impact and Inclusive Growth​

ABCL's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focus on healthcare, education, and women empowerment. The company reported significant reach across various underserved communities:

• Health: 302,699 beneficiaries in programs including infrastructure upgrades in government hospitals.
• Education: 54,995 beneficiaries through digital education and scholarship support.
• Women Empowerment: 21,111 beneficiaries benefiting from vocational skilling and self-help group strengthening.

The company also emphasizes financial inclusion by providing accessible products to rural populations, MSMEs, and women entrepreneurs. Notably, the Company reported that 99.91% of its inputs were sourced directly from within India, and it maintains a strong presence in urban and metropolitan markets.

Governance and Data Privacy​

A key focus area remains corporate governance and ethics. ABCL has established an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS) and integrates ESG criteria into lending and investment decisions. The Report also details the company's commitment to data privacy, supported by a dedicated privacy policy and robust IT infrastructure to manage sensitive customer information.

The company reported receiving 62,855 customer-related complaints during FY 2025-26, with 1,683 remaining pending at the end of the year. The company utilizes a four-tier grievance redressal mechanism to ensure timely and transparent resolution.

ABCAPITAL Stock Price Movement​

Shares of Aditya Birla Capital Limited are edging higher to ₹402.2 as of 1:17 PM today, gaining 0.63% in live trading. The stock is moving with a volume of 2.61 million shares as investors react to the intraday price action.