Allied Blenders and Distillers Releases Sustainability Report, Highlights ESG Focus and Operational Resilience
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABDL) has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26. The report outlines the company’s commitment to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its core operations as a leading player in India's alcoholic beverage sector.The BRSR marks a significant step in ABDL’s journey toward formalized sustainable value creation, detailing strategies across climate action, resource management, labor practices, and corporate governance.
Corporate Snapshot and Business Scope
ABDL operates across both domestic and international markets, supported by robust manufacturing and distribution capabilities. The company's operations span 39 plants and 14 offices nationally. Globally, ABDL serves customers in 36 countries.The scale of the entity is reflected in its operational inputs and workforce size:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Financial Year for Reporting | 2025-2026 |
| Paid-up Capital (in Lakhs) | 5,594.20 |
| Manufacturing Activity | 99% of turnover |
| National Markets Covered | Over 30 States and Union Territories |
| International Markets Covered | 36 Countries |
ABDL's workforce includes both employees and workers:
| Employee Category | Total Workforce (A) | Male Employees | Female Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employees | 871 | 839 | 32 |
| Other than Permanent Employees | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Total Employees | 880 | 848 | 32 |
Environmental Stewardship and Resource Management
The BRSR identifies energy, water, and waste management as key material issues for the business. The company is actively addressing these challenges through technological upgrades and process optimization.In terms of climate and resource efficiency, ABDL recorded improvements in its operational metrics:
- Energy: Energy consumption totaled 1,55,077 GJ (FY 2025-26), with an energy intensity per rupee of turnover standing at 0.40 GJ/
Lakhs, down from 0.35 GJ/Lakhs in FY 2024-25. - Water: Total water consumption was recorded at 7,84,541 kilolitres (KL) for the year, achieving a water intensity of 2.02 KL/` Lakhs.
- Emissions: Total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions stood at 1,06,442 Metric Tonnes of CO2 equivalent (MT CO2e) in FY 2025-26, marking a reduction from the 1,23,218 MT CO2e reported in the prior financial year.
A significant highlight is the achievement of Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) at the Rangapur Plant, demonstrating a commitment to sustainable water management across all operations.
The company’s waste management strategy involves specialized handling for both distillery and IMFL units. The report noted that total waste generated was 6028 metric Tonnes in FY 2025-26, compared to 5435 MT in FY 2024-25.
Social Governance and Employee Welfare
ABDL maintains a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and addressing the needs of its employees. The company employs comprehensive systems for Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) and mandates adherence to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, across all facilities.Key labor-related metrics include:
| Labor Metric | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| LTIFR (Employees) | 0 | 0 |
| Total Recordable Work-Related Injuries (Workers) | 0 | 1 |
The company's commitment to human rights extends through its policies, which prohibit discrimination, harassment, and the use of child or forced labor. Furthermore, ABDL’s management structure features a Board ESG Committee comprising independent directors and senior management officials responsible for overseeing sustainability matters.
Stakeholder Engagement and Consumer Focus
ABDL employs a structured process to identify and engage with various stakeholder groups, including shareholders, employees, communities, and regulators. The company maintains robust grievance redressal mechanisms, ensuring that consumer complaints are promptly addressed.Regarding consumer trust, the firm reported 74 "Other" related complaints received during FY 2025-26 out of a total compared to 122 in the previous year. The company affirms its dedication to safe and responsible usage by having all products prominently display warnings such as ‘Consumption of alcohol is injurious to health.’
The firm also reported on its investment in stakeholder engagement, noting that for FY 2025-26, it sourced 19% of inputs from MSMEs/small producers and 84% directly within India. The company’s CSR efforts include the 'Siri Vikasam' project in Telangana, which benefited 40,000 people at Model Anganwadi Projects across the region.
ABDL Stock Price Movement
On Friday, Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited shares rallied strongly in the market, settling at ₹644.45 after gaining 4.87%. The stock saw robust activity, with over 2.05 million shares traded during the session.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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