EIH Ltd Releases Business Responsibility Report Highlighting ESG Commitments, Operational Scale for FY 2025-26

EIH Ltd Releases Business Responsibility Report Highlighting ESG Commitments, Operational Scale for FY 2025-26​

EIH Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the Financial Year 2025-26. The report details the company's operations across a portfolio of properties, focusing extensively on environmental stewardship, human resource development, and commitments to sustainable hospitality practices.

The reporting conducted by EIH on a standalone basis covers information pertaining to 13 Hotels & Restaurants, 7 Business Units, and 4 Offices. These facilities include establishments such as The Oberoi Udaivilas, Trident Bandra Kurla, and The Oberoi Grand Kolkata.

Operational and Financial Overview​

For the fiscal year spanning from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, EIH reported a Paid-up Capital of Rs. 1,250.73 million.

The company's core business activities are primarily driven by Hotel Services, accounting for 98.97% of the turnover, with Renting of Investment properties contributing 1.03%. The range of products and services offered include Rooms (42.87%), Food & Beverages (36.60%), Other Services (19.50%), and Renting of Investment properties (1.03%).

EIH Limited serves markets across eight states and one union territory in India, with its registered office located in Kolkata and corporate address in Delhi.

Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship​

The BRSR emphasizes the company's commitment to environmental protection, resource management, and climate action. Key efforts include mitigating risks associated with energy consumption and water usage within the luxury hospitality sector.

Energy and Climate:
EIH Limited is actively working towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The industry-intensive nature of their operations has led to continuous focus on energy efficiency. Total energy consumed during FY 2025-26 was reported at 485,347 GJ. The energy intensity per rupee of turnover stood at 173 GJ/INR Crore, reflecting an improvement from the previous year's figure of 184 GJ/INR Crore.

Water Management:
The company has implemented a Zero Discharge mechanism across several properties and units, including The Oberoi Udaivilas, The Oberoi Vanyavilas, Wildflower Hall, and The Oberoi Bangalore. In managing water resources, total water consumption stood at 809,456 KL for the year.

Waste Management:
A significant focus was placed on waste management, adhering to a Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle model. Total waste generated across all establishments was 3,898.7 MT. The recovery efforts included:

• Recycled material: 2,409.9 MT
• Re-used material: 72.3 MT
• Other recovery operations: 646.9 MT

Human Capital and Employee Wellbeing​

The report provides detailed insights into the status of employees and workers across EIH Limited's properties. The company employs a total of 5,392 employees and utilizes 3,099 workers.

Employee Welfare:
Commitments to employee wellbeing are central to the business philosophy. For FY 2025-26, the cost incurred on well-being measures amounted to 2.75% of the company's total revenue. All employees and workers have access to non-occupational medical and healthcare services.

Training and Labor:
Employee training focused on core principles (P1, P3, P5) resulted in extensive coverage across segments. For example, out of 2,071 "Other than Permanent" employees, both are 100% covered by health and safety training.

Management details highlight the commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion. The company’s social development programmes are guided by a CSR Committee, supporting underserved communities through various initiatives. For instance, EIH Limited contributed Rs. 130.7 Million towards CSR initiatives in FY 2025-26. Projects supported included SOS Children's Villages of India (Family Homes and Higher Education), which benefitted 190 individuals, and CanSupport for palliative care.

Governance and Stakeholder Relations​

EIH Limited has a robust governance framework, with the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Vikramjit Singh Oberoi, serving as the highest authority responsible for implementing and overseeing the Business Responsibility policy. The company’s sustainability agenda is integrated into its strategic goals by establishing an aspirational target of net zero emissions by 2050.

The organization maintains continuous engagement with stakeholders through various channels, including shareholders, value chain partners, government authorities, and local communities, recognizing that long-term success requires shared value creation. The company also actively engages in industry associations such as the Hotel Association of India (HAI), IATO, and FICCI.

EIHOTEL Stock Price Movement​

On Tuesday, shares of EIH Limited slipped by 0.16% to settle at ₹336.8, finishing marginally below the previous close. The stock closed with a traded volume of 260,018, having ranged between a low of ₹332.1 and a high of ₹340.9 during the session.