How has been the historical performance of the Surya Roshni?

Answer:The historical performance of Surya Roshni shows a fluctuating trend in net sales and profits over the years, with a notable increase in profitability in recent periods.

Breakdown:
Surya Roshni's net sales have shown a decline from Rs 7,996.71 crore in March 2023 to Rs 7,435.87 crore in March 2025, after peaking in March 2023. The total operating income followed a similar trend, decreasing from Rs 7,996.71 crore in March 2023 to Rs 7,435.87 crore in March 2025. The total expenditure, excluding depreciation, also decreased from Rs 7,382.55 crore in March 2023 to Rs 6,856.66 crore in March 2025, contributing to an operating profit (PBDIT) of Rs 608.89 crore in March 2025, slightly lower than Rs 619.51 crore in March 2023. Profit before tax increased to Rs 465.41 crore in March 2025 from Rs 459.25 crore in March 2023, while profit after tax rose to Rs 346.60 crore in March 2025, up from Rs 335.52 crore in March 2023. The company's cash flow from operating activities improved significantly to Rs 539 crore in March 2024, compared to Rs 280 crore in March 2023. Total liabilities decreased from Rs 3,057.17 crore in March 2023 to Rs 2,921.73 crore in March 2024, indicating a reduction in debt levels. Overall, while net sales have declined, profitability metrics have shown resilience, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiency.