Bajaj Electricals Reports on Sustainability in FY2025-26, Highlights Focus on ZLD and Energy Efficiency

Bajaj Electricals Reports on Sustainability in FY2025-26, Highlights Focus on ZLD and Energy Efficiency​

Bajaj Electricals Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. The report details the company's commitment to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate governance, aligning with responsible business conduct guidelines.

The BRSR reflects the operational scale of Bajaj Electricals, which serves both domestic and international markets. The company operates a total of 4 plants and 23 offices nationwide, complemented by one international office. Globally, it reaches approximately 20 countries, while its national market presence spans 31 states. Exports account for roughly 2.30% of the entity's total turnover.

Business Profile and Workforce Overview​

Bajaj Electricals is primarily engaged in the manufacturing and trading of consumer products and lighting solutions.

The company’s business activities are divided as follows:

• Consumer Products: This segment, which accounts for 74.91% of the entity's turnover, includes fans, domestic appliances, kitchen appliances, and non-electrical kitchen aids.
• Lighting Products: The second segment, contributing 25.09% of the turnover, involves manufacturing and trading lighting solutions, including LED products for both consumer and professional applications.

The company employs a significant workforce, with total employees standing at 3,705, comprising 1,427 permanent staff and 2,278 non-permanent personnel. Total workers number 1,109, consisting of 73 permanent workers and 1,036 non-permanent workers.

Environmental Stewardship and Resource Management​

A key focus highlighted in the report is environmental integrity and resource conservation across operations. The company has demonstrated significant commitment to water and pollution control:

• Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD): Bajaj Electricals Limited has implemented a Zero Liquid Discharge system at its Chakan, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Nashik plants. This ensures that both process and domestic wastewater is scientifically treated and reused for operations and green belt development, adhering to applicable norms.
• Energy Efficiency: The company conducted detailed energy audits at its Chakan and Nashik facilities through BEE-accredited auditors. Initiatives undertaken include the implementation of solar power systems, such as a rooftop unit commissioned at the Nashik Plant. Furthermore, process improvements like transitioning from LPG to PNG in the paint shop and installing Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) have been implemented to optimize energy consumption.
• Waste Management: The company follows a stringent 5R framework (Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Rotten). Waste is segregated at the source across all facilities. Of total waste generated, 1,358.70 metric tonnes were recorded for FY2025-26.
• Product Integrity: The company has undertaken Life Cycle Perspective/Assessments (LCA) for specific products, including Ceiling Fans (which contribute 17.88% of total turnover) and LED Lamps (4.43%).

Social Impact and Governance​

The report emphasizes the well-being of employees and adherence to human rights across all operations. The company maintains a dedicated Health and Safety Management System at all sites, using the 'One EHS' digital tool for real-time tracking of safety matters.

Commitments regarding labor include:

• Safe Work: Employees and workers are covered under comprehensive safety protocols.
• Fair Wages: For FY2025-26, 100% of permanent employees and a significant portion of other than permanent employees were found to be receiving wages at or above the minimum wage as per reporting categories.

The company’s governance structure ensures continuous oversight of ESG matters, with the Board of Directors overseeing these initiatives.

Supply Chain and Stakeholder Engagement​

Bajaj Electricals has established a Model Responsible Value Chain Partner Code of Conduct for all suppliers. The company actively manages supply chain risks through diversification and stringent audits.

Regarding sourcing, the firm reported that approximately 97% of inputs for its Consumer Products segment were sourced sustainably from domestic vendors.

The company's commitment to grievance redressal is active, with mechanisms in place for various stakeholders, including customers, employees, and community groups. The organization maintains a consumer care cell operating 24/7, with nearly 98.55% of the more than 20 lakh consumer request calls resolved at year-end.

The report underscores that the company has no significant adverse environmental impacts arising from its value chain currently identified but undertakes proactive mitigation measures through continuous vendor assessment and compliance reviews.

BAJAJELEC Stock Price Movement​

Today, shares of Bajaj Electricals Limited climbed to settle at ₹331.1, marking a 1.27% gain in the trading session. The stock saw substantial activity, with total traded volume recorded at 100,620 shares during the day.