
Bharti Hexacom Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26
Bharti Hexacom Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26. The report, which forms an integral part of the company's Annual Report for the same period, provides a comprehensive overview of the entity's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, operational footprint, and workforce dynamics.The report highlights the company's activities in the information and communication sector, specifically focusing on wireless telecommunication activities which account for 95.93% of its turnover. The corporate reporting remains on a standalone basis for Bharti Hexacom Limited.
Operational and Workforce Overview
Bharti Hexacom maintains a presence across seven national locations with 12 offices in operation. The company reported an export contribution of 0.14% of its total turnover, primarily serving end consumers (B2C).The workforce data as of March 31, 2026, shows a diverse employee and worker base:
| Category | Total Employees | Male | Female | Total Workers | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent | 546 | 468 | 78 | - | - | - |
| Other than Permanent | - | - | - | 2,329 | 2,306 | 23 |
| Total | 546 | 468 | 78 | 2,329 | 2,306 | 23 |
Regarding gender representation, the company reported one female director on its Board of Directors and zero women in Key Management Personnel. The report also highlights a commitment to inclusive growth, noting that 10% of the workforce is currently based in urban areas and 90% in metropolitan areas.
Sustainability and Environmental Metrics
The report details significant progress in energy management and waste reduction. For FY 2025-26, the company reported a total energy consumption of 965,734 GJ, with an energy intensity of 10.32 GJ per rupee of turnover.Energy Consumption Breakdown (FY 2025-26):
| Parameter | Units | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total electricity consumption | GJ | 649,700 | 638,872 |
| Total fuel consumption | GJ | 267,881 | 290,229 |
| Total energy consumed | GJ | 965,734 | 956,252 |
In terms of waste management, the company reported a total of 1,061 metric tonnes of waste generated during the year, all of which were successfully recycled. The waste intensity per rupee of turnover was recorded at 0.011 metric tonnes.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Community Impact
The entity confirmed that CSR is applicable under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. During the financial year, the company contributed more than 2% of the average net profit of the preceding three financial years to CSR and charitable activities, amounting to H 158.57 million.Significant investments were made in aspirational districts across several states. The total amount spent across 21 identified projects reached H 10,103,024. Notable contributions include:
| State | Aspirational District | Amount Spent (In H) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttarakhand | Udham Singh Nagar | 1,373,323 |
| Maharashtra | Nandurbar | 793,255 |
| Bihar | Gaya | 844,986 |
| Andhra Pradesh | Visakhapatnam | 2,017,037 |
Additionally, the company supported over 9,600 individuals through quality education programs for students from Satya Bharti Schools and provided scholarship support to 310 underserved students from top NIRF colleges.
Human Rights and Employee Well-being
Bharti Hexacom reported that 100% of its permanent employees and workers were covered by health insurance, accident insurance, and maternity benefits. The company also highlighted a significant increase in women in the workforce, rising from 15.8% to 20.4% over the last three years.The report confirms that the company maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward bribery and corruption and has an active whistle-blower mechanism. For FY 2025-26, the company reported one complaint related to sexual harassment in the workplace, which was successfully addressed with zero pending cases at year-end.
Governance and Policy Framework
The entity operates under a group-wide ESG regime managed by Bharti Airtel Limited. The reporting includes adherence to several international standards, including:- ISO 14001: 2015 for Environmental Management Systems
- ISO 45001: 2018 for Occupational Health and Safety
- ISO 27001: 2022 for Information Security Management Systems
The report also notes that the company provides a three-month transition assistance program called 'Limitless Horizons' to support employees approaching retirement.
BHARTIHEXA Stock Price Movement
Shares of Bharti Hexacom Limited on Friday tumbled 2.01% to settle at ₹1,595.00. The stock saw a total turnover of 62,567 shares during the session's activity.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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