Businesses should respect and promote human rights

We place human dignity at the core of our operations, embedding fairness, equity, and respect across our workforce and supply chain. Our commitment to human rights is reinforced through robust policies, continuous monitoring, and collaborative partnerships that protect individuals and strengthen organisational resilience.

Guided by a comprehensive human rights governance framework, we ensure that every aspect of our operations—from sourcing to delivery—aligns with globally accepted standards and ethical principles. Together, we are fostering a culture where doing the right thing is fundamental to how we conduct business.

UN SDGs

100% Employees & workers are paid more than minimum wages

100% Assessment of own plants and offices on human rights

100% Employees & workers are covered under training on human rights

United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) Member

Essential Indicators

Category FY 2025-26
(Current Financial Year)
FY 2024-25
(Previous Financial Year)
Total
(A)
No. of
employees/
workers
covered (B)
% (B/A) Total
(C)
No. of
employees/
workers
covered (D)
% (D/C)
Employees
Permanent 1392 1392 100% 1700 1700 100%
Other than permanent 1 1 100% 1 1 100%
Total Employees 1393 1393 100% 1701 1701 100%
Workers
Permanent 1442 1442 100% 1470 1470 100%
Other than permanent 1 1 100% 1 1 100%
Total Workers 1443 1443 100% 1470 1470 100%

Category FY 2025-26
(Current Financial Year)
FY 2024-25
(Previous Financial Year)
Total
(A)
Equal to Minimum Wage More than Minimum Wage Total
(D)
Equal to Minimum Wage More than Minimum Wage
No. (B) % (B/A) No. (C) % (C/A) No. (E) % (E/D) No. (F) % (F/D)
Permanent Employees
Male 1317 0 0% 1317 100% 1606 0 0% 1606 100%
Female 75 0 0% 75 100% 94 0 0% 94 100%
Other than permanent Employees
Male 1 0 0% 1 100% 1 0 0% 1 100%
Female 0 0 0% 0 0% 0 0 0% 0 0%
Permanent Workers
Male 1432 0 0% 1432 100% 1460 0 0% 1460 100%
Female 10 0 0% 10 100% 10 0 0% 10 100%
Other than permanent Workers
Male 1 0 0% 1 100% 0 0 0% 0 0%
Female 0 0 0% 0 0% 0 0 0% 0 0%

a. Median remuneration/wages

Male Female
Number Median
remuneration/
salary/wages
of respective
category
Number Median
remuneration/
salary/ wages
of respective
category
Board of Directors (BOD) 6 ` 6,210,000 1 ` 545,000***
Key Managerial Personnel 3 ` 31,000,000** 0 -
Employees other than BOD and KMP 1314 ` 1,727,112 75 ` 953,173
Workers 1433 ` 638,909 10 ` 563,944

**KMPs (excluding Company Secretary) draws remuneration from Ambuja Cements Limited, Holding Company.

*** Women Director appointed w.e.f. December 1, 2025

b. Gross wages paid to females as % of total wages paid by the entity, in the following format:

FY 2025-26
(Current Financial Year)
FY 2024-25
(Previous Financial Year)
Gross wages paid to females as % of total wages 2.74% 3.20%

At the site level, the Plant HR Head serves as the focal point of contact for addressing human rights issues. At the organizational level, oversight of human rights issues and impacts rests with the Chief People Officer (CPO).

Respect for human rights is a core principle that guides our values, policies, and daily operations. We are committed to upholding the dignity, freedom, and equality of every individual, in alignment with global standards such as the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions.

To ensure transparency and accountability, the Company has established a structured internal grievance redressal mechanism to address any concerns or violations related to human rights. This mechanism includes:

  • Employees and stakeholders may submit complaints, grievances, or concerns by writing to whistleblower@adani.com.
  • Employees may also lodge human rights–related issues directly through the Oracle Portal or connecting with site or corporate HR.
  • All queries and concerns raised are promptly reviewed, and appropriate actions are taken in accordance with the severity and nature of the incident.

FY 2025-26
(Current Financial Year)
FY 2024-25
(Previous Financial Year)
Filed during the year Pending resolution at the end of year Remarks Filed during the year Pending resolution at the end of year Remarks
Sexual Harassment 1 0 Case could not be proved 2 1 NA
Discrimination at workplace 0 0 0 0 NA
Child Labour 0 0 0 0 NA
Forced Labour/Involuntary Labour 0 0 0 0 NA
Wages 0 0 0 0 NA
Other human rights related issues 0 0 0 0 NA

FY 2025-26
(Current Financial Year)
FY 2024-25
(Previous Financial Year)
Total complaints reported under Sexual Harassment on of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH) 1* 2
Complaints on POSH as a % of female employees/ workers 1.2% 1.92%
Complaints on POSH upheld 0 2

* Case could not be proved

At ACC Limited, mechanisms to prevent adverse consequences to complainants in discrimination and harassment cases include strict confidentiality of complaints, Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy, and impartial investigation. The company ensures interim relief measures such as transfers or flexible work arrangements if needed, provides counseling and HR support, and conducts regular awareness programmes to reinforce a safe workplace. Post-complaint monitoring is carried out to ensure no subtle retaliation occurs, thereby safeguarding the dignity and security of the complainant while promoting a fair and respectful work environment.

In addition, ACC Limited has a dedicated Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Policy, aligned with the POSH Act of the Government of India, to specifically address and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. There is an Internal Committee (IC) for POSH cases, which ensures that every case is dealt with empathy and as per provisions of law and recommends actions to be taken to HR. Awareness programmes are held for POSH and training on it is mandatory for all employees who join the Company. The training has to regularly updated every year.

https://www.acclimited.com/-/media/Project/ACC-Limited/Investor/policies/updated-policy/6-Non_Discrimation_Anti_Harrasment_Policy.ashx

https://www.acclimited.com/-/media/Project/ACC-Limited/Investor/policies/updated-policy/8-POSH_Policy.ashx

Yes

% of your plants and offices that were assessed (by entity or statutory authorities or third parties)
Child labour 100%
Forced/involuntary labour 100%
Sexual harassment 100%
Discrimination at workplace 100%
Wages 100%
Others – please specify 100%

ACC Limited has adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards violation of human rights, such as child labour, forced labour etc. and strict compliance with national laws and international standards across all operations and supply chains. The company has strengthened its Internal Committee (IC) to address sexual harassment. The Non-discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy prevents any kind of workplace discrimination and harassment, with clear guidelines on confidentiality, non-retaliation, and fair investigation. Regular awareness and training programmes are conducted to sensitize employees on these topics. On wages, ACC Limited ensures that all employees and contract workers are paid above statutory minimum wages, with periodic reviews to maintain fairness and equity. Human rights and labour practice assessments are carried out at plants and offices by Management Audit & Assurance Service (MAAS), and corrective measures are implemented wherever risks are identified. These actions reflect ACC’s commitment to fostering a safe, equitable, and dignified workplace for all.

Leadership Indicators

Details of Business Process Modified / Introduced:

  • Labour Monitoring System: Regularly check on worker attendance, age verification, and wage records, ensuring compliance with labour laws and preventing risks of child labour, forced labour, and wage-related grievances.
  • Internal Audits: The Management Audit and Assurance Service (MAAS) team conducts regular audits across all operations to verify adherence to statutory and ethical standards, identify gaps, and implement corrective measures promptly.
  • Addressing sexual Harassment: Reinforced the role of the Internal Committee (IC) to handle POSH with confidentiality, impartiality, and non-retaliation safeguards.
  • Awareness & Training Programmes: Institutionalised regular training sessions to sensitize employees on human rights, non-harassment and anti-discrimination, POSH etc.
  • Fair Wage Practices: Periodic reviews of wage structures to ensure all employees and contract workers are paid above statutory minimum wages, maintaining fairness and equity.
  • Human Rights Integration: Embedded human rights considerations into core business processes by conducting assessments at plants and offices, followed by corrective actions wherever risks are identified.

For the reporting period, no significant risks/concerns were identified on human rights and therefore, no corrective actions were initiated.

We take human rights due diligence as part of our governance and compliance framework, aligned with the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC), applicable labour laws, alignment with global standards such as the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) and the International Labour Organization (ILO) Conventions. The scope and coverage of such due diligence include the following areas:

  • Child Labour and Forced Labour: The entity prohibits child labour, forced labour, and bonded labour across its operations. Compliance is ensured through statutory adherence, contractor and vendor obligations (value chain partners), internal controls, and periodic reviews.
  • Sexual Harassment at Workplace: The entity complies with the provisions of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act. Internal Committee are constituted, awareness programmes are conducted, and formal grievance redressal mechanisms are in place to address complaints in a timely and confidential manner.
  • Discrimination and Equal Opportunity: Policies and practices are implemented to prevent discrimination at the workplace and promote equal opportunity across recruitment, remuneration, training, career progression, and separation, without discrimination on the basis of gender or other protected characteristics.
  • Wages and Benefits: The entity ensures compliance with applicable minimum wage laws, timely payment of wages, and provision of statutory benefits for permanent and contractual workforce, supported by internal controls and compliance checks.

Human rights due diligence is carried out through a combination of policy implementation, employee grievance mechanisms, internal audits, management oversight, and periodic compliance assessments through MAAS (Management Audit Assurance Services). Any identified gaps are addressed through corrective and preventive actions.

Yes. The company’s operations and office premises are accessible to differently abled visitors.

% of value chain partners (by value of business done with such partners) that were assessed
Sexual harassment 100%
Discrimination at workplace 100%
Child Labour 100%
Forced Labour/Involuntary Labour 100%
Wages 100%
Others – please specify 100%

After conducting detailed human rights assessments, ACC Limited shares the findings transparently with its value chain partners to ensure collective accountability. Where gaps or non-compliance are identified, the company collaborates closely with suppliers to design and implement Corrective Action Plans (CAPs). These plans clearly outline the specific issues, analyse root causes, and define measurable solutions with set timelines. ACC Limited invests in supplier training and capacity-building programmes to strengthen awareness of international human rights standards and embed sustainable practices. This continuous cycle of assessment, corrective action, and improvement reflects Company’s commitment to safeguarding human rights and embedding responsible business conduct across its supply chain.

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Principle 3 Management Process

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Principle 4 Management Process

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Principle 6 Management Process

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Principle 8 Management Process

Businesses should promote inclusive growth and equitable development

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