We recognize trade unions as an important stake holder of our company. The company respect and comply with all labour laws of the country.

We also recognize the right of the workers upheld by our constitution & judiciary for freedom of association, right to organize & right for collective bargaining. Therefore all employees are free to join TUs at their will and we are open for discussion with them with the view to resolve any grievances amicably & with minimum delay. The common focus is the development of the company through happy and contended workforce.

We will maintain following details with regard to meetings with TUs.

• Date of meeting

• Persons met

• Arrangements are made for “visual separation” of the wood in the timber yard and in timber sheds.

• Name of the TU.

• Purpose of the meeting.

• Outcome of the meeting.

• Changes made in the management as a result of the meeting.

In case of a major issue a CAR form will be filled & filed for year end verification and further corrective action which includes changes in management if required.

Stakeholder Communication. Neighbours & Other Stakeholders.

We have identified our neighbours and other relevant stakeholders as partners of our progress and they have been informed of FSC and our sustainable forest management in general. All these stakeholders are on a list, with contact details.

Similar to the procedure with communities we will organise a meeting once a year with our neighbours and/or other relevant stakeholders to address the relevant issues & recorded for the purpose of analysis and make necessary changes to the management.

Any changes to this policy will be at the sole discretion of the Board of Management of Lalan rubbers Pvt Ltd., in consultation with the relevant authorities.