Wockhardt Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26

Wockhardt Limited Releases Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26​

Wockhardt Limited has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the company's operational footprint, including manufacturing activities, employee welfare, environmental impact, and governance standards.

Operational Overview and Market Reach​

Wockhardt Limited operates with a significant presence in both domestic and international markets. The entity reports an export contribution of 56.86% to its total turnover. The manufacturing segment, which includes chemicals, pharmaceuticals, medicinal chemicals, and botanical products, accounts for 81% of the turnover, while wholesale trading contributes the remaining 19%.

The company maintains a substantial operational footprint across 28 national states and 49 international countries. Its facilities are distributed as follows:

Workforce and Diversity​

The company reported a total workforce of 3,603 employees and 481 workers. The reporting highlights a significant commitment to female representation in leadership roles, with women making up 22.22% of the Board of Directors and 25% of Key Management Personnel (KMP).

Regarding employee well-being, Wockhardt Limited reported that 100% of permanent employees and workers are covered by health insurance and accident insurance. Furthermore, 100% of permanent female employees received maternity benefits. The company also maintains a dedicated Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Policy to ensure an inclusive workplace.

Environmental Stewardship and Energy Efficiency​

The report highlights significant improvements in energy efficiency and emission reductions during the financial year. The company reduced its non-renewable energy consumption by approximately 5.9%, and recorded a 19% improvement in energy intensity (PPP-adjusted). Additionally, Scope 2 emissions decreased by 19%, while SOx emissions were reduced by 48%.

The company's water management strategy includes the implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) at its Shendra factory and R&D units. At the Biotech Park facility in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, the company utilizes eight patented rainwater harvesting structures to recharge groundwater.

Energy Consumption and Intensity​

Waste Management and Circularity​

Wockhardt Limited emphasizes waste minimization and responsible disposal. The total waste generated during the year was 1,931.45 metric tonnes, a significant reduction from the 5,580.86 metric tonnes reported in the previous fiscal year.

The company utilizes a variety of measures to manage different types of waste:

• Plastic Waste: Fully recycled through an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) action plan.
• Hazardous Waste: Disposed of through registered Common Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities (CHWTSD).
• Canteen Waste: Sent to an authorized facility for biogas generation or used for bio-composting.

Corporate Governance and Risk Management​

The company identifies Ethical Governance, Data Privacy, Digital Transformation, Pricing Regulations, Supply Chain Disruptions, and Product Quality as key material issues. To mitigate risks, Wockhardt Limited has implemented a robust framework including:

• Cybersecurity: An Intelligent AI-based SOC (Security Operations Center) monitored 24x7.
• Audit & Oversight: A dedicated CSR Committee of the Board oversees ESG-related matters.
• Whistleblower Mechanism: A dedicated Vigil Mechanism for reporting unethical behavior or fraud.

The company also reported that all aspects of its business, including products and services, carry 100% information regarding environmental and social parameters, safe and responsible usage, and recycling/disposal instructions as required by the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.