To adopt a structured programme for orientation and training of Independent Directors at the time of their joining so as to enable them to understand the Company - its operations, business, industry and environment in which it functions and the regulatory environment applicable to it.
To update the Directors on a continuing basis on any significant changes including regulatory changes to enable them to be in a position to take well-informed and timely decisions.
A Induction pack is handed over to the new inductee, which includes the Company’s Corporate Profile, its Mission, Vision and Values Statement, Organisational structure, the Company’s history and milestones, latest Annual Report, Code of Conduct applicable to Directors/employees of the Company, Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading etc. In case the inductee is also inducted on the other Committees, he is also handed the respective Committee Terms and Reference and the Whistle Blower Policy.
A detailed communication incorporating the role, duties and responsibilities, remuneration and performance evaluation process, Disclosure requirements , is issued for the information of the Independent Directors.
Alongside the Board Meetings, Independent Directors also interact with Business/Unit Heads and Corporate functional heads and Relevant Business Strategy presentations are also being made
A br ief introduction to the Company and its main operating subsidiaries is also made.
At various Board Meetings during the year, presentations are made to the Board covering Sustainability issues, Risk Management, Company policies, changes in the regulatory environment applicable to the corporate sector and to the Industry in which the Company operates.
Quarterly presentations on operations made to the Board include information on business performance, operations, market share, financial parameters, working capital management, fund flows, senior management changes, major litigation, compliances, subsidiary information, etc.
Meetings with Company Executives are also arranged to better understand the business and operations of the Company.
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