Bikaji Foods International Reports on Sustainability Amid Operational Growth in FY 2025-26

Bikaji Foods International Reports on Sustainability Amid Operational Growth in FY 2025-26​

Bikaji Foods International Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26, detailing its operational scope, environmental stewardship, and commitment to social responsibility across its diverse product lines. The report outlines the company’s extensive market presence and provides granular data on resource consumption, waste management, and labour welfare practices.

The company's primary business activity is processed foods, with a wide range of products including bhujia, namkeen, packaged sweets, papad, and western snacks. Bikaji Foods services markets nationally across 34 states and internationally in 47 countries. Exports contribute 3.96% to the total turnover, highlighting the company's diversified business model.

Environmental Stewardship and Resource Management​

The BRSR highlights several initiatives toward sustainable operations. In terms of resource efficiency, the company reported a waste intensity of 0.02 metric tonnes (MT) per C Lakh in FY 2025-26, down from 0.02 MT/C Lakh in FY 2024-25.

Key environmental initiatives include:

• Energy: The company continues to invest in energy efficiency and has enhanced solar system usage at its Karni plant location to reduce reliance on grid power.
• Fuel Transition: Several manufacturing facilities, including those in Kamrup, Muzaffarpur, and Tumkur, have successfully transitioned from coal to biomass briquettes as a primary fuel source. The company also utilizes bio-gas in specific operations.
• Water Management: In FY 2025-26, the total water withdrawal amounted to 1,59,329 Kilolitres across its facilities, resulting in a water intensity of 0.56 Kilolitres per C Lakh. The company actively promotes resource efficiency through a process where water generated during potato slicing is reused for washing raw potatoes.

In waste management, the total non-hazardous waste generated was 717.56 MT in FY 2025-26, including laminate scrap and food waste. The company committed to responsible consumption by reusing ETP sludge from sewage treatment plants as manure at its premises.

Social Responsibility and Labour Welfare​

Bikaji Foods International Ltd reported the status of its workforce, which includes 1,756 permanent employees and 1,976 workers across all facilities. The report indicates that the company maintains a robust commitment to employee well-being and occupational health and safety (OHS).

The company ensures that mandatory training covers OHS, ESG awareness, and food safety for its workforce. Furthermore, in FY 2024-25, the company reported high levels of compliance regarding wages, with 100% coverage among permanent employees and workers reporting wages at or above minimum rates.

In regard to consumer relationships, the company has established dedicated mechanisms to receive feedback. A total of 760 complaints were filed by customers in FY 2025-26, all of which remain pending resolution (0) as of the period end.

Sustainable Sourcing and Corporate Governance​

The BRSR indicates that a process is in place for sustainable sourcing, and 27.03% of inputs were sourced sustainably during the reporting period. The company also maintains strong governance controls, overseen by the Chairman and Managing Director.

In terms of product safety and quality, one batch recall was recorded in FY 2025-26 due to the presence of excess color. Bikaji Foods International Limited continues to emphasize transparent practices across its operations, from supply chain management to product labeling, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed about the products they consume.

BIKAJI Stock Price Movement​

As of 12:56 PM, shares of Bikaji Foods International Limited are slipping by 0.38% in live trading, currently at ₹633.85. The stock has seen a volume of 23,320 shares traded as it trades within its daily range.