Whistle-Blower & Grievance Policy

At Ballia Corpus (operating under the registered brand name LyonsBarry®), we are committed to the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and compliance with applicable laws. This Whistle-Blower & Grievance Policy provides a secure and transparent mechanism for reporting concerns related to misconduct, unethical behaviour, or regulatory violations without fear of retaliation.

1. Purpose

This policy is designed to:

• Encourage employees, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders to report genuine concerns.

• Ensure that reports are handled promptly, fairly, and confidentially.

• Protect whistle-blowers from retaliation or discrimination.

2. Who Can Report

Reports may be made by:

• Employees of Ballia Corpus / LyonsBarry®.

• Suppliers, contractors, and partners working with us.

• Customers or third parties who observe unethical or unlawful practices.

3. Types of Concerns Covered

Examples of reportable concerns include, but are not limited to:

• Fraud, bribery, corruption, or financial misconduct.

• Violations of laws, regulations, or company policies.

• Unsafe practices affecting health, safety, or the environment.

• Human rights or labour rights abuses in the supply chain.

• Discrimination, harassment, or abuse of authority.

• Data protection, privacy, or compliance breaches.

4. Reporting Channels

We provide multiple confidential reporting options:

• Email (Confidential): care@lyonsbarry.in

• Postal Address:
  Whistle-Blower Officer
  Ballia Corpus
  369, Industrial area, Briz-2
  City- Taraori, District Karnal
  Haryana, 132116, India

Reports should include as much detail as possible (names, dates, documents, and description of concern). Anonymous reports are also permitted but may limit our ability to investigate.

5. Investigation Procedures

• All concerns will be acknowledged within 7 business days of receipt.

• Investigations will be carried out by an impartial internal committee or external experts where necessary.

• Findings will be documented, and corrective actions will be taken promptly if misconduct is confirmed.

• Where legally required, issues may be escalated to regulatory authorities.

6. Protection Against Retaliation

• Whistle-blowers acting in good faith will be protected from dismissal, demotion, harassment, or any form of retaliation.

• Retaliatory action against a whistle-blower is a serious violation of this policy and may result in disciplinary action.

• This protection does not extend to individuals who knowingly make false or malicious reports.

7. Confidentiality

• All reports and investigations are treated as confidential.

• Whistle-blower identity will not be disclosed without consent, except where required by law.

8. Global Compliance Alignment

This policy aligns with international standards and best practices, including:

• United States: Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) whistle-blower protections.

• European Union: EU Whistle-blower Protection Directive (2019/1937).

• India: Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI regulations on vigilance and grievance redressal.

9. Review & Updates

This policy is reviewed periodically to ensure compliance with evolving regulations and to strengthen transparency mechanisms.

10. Contact for Grievance Redressal

If you wish to report a concern or seek clarification about this policy, please contact:

Whistle-Blower & Grievance Officer
Ballia Corpus
369, Industrial area, Briz-2
City Taraori, District Karnal, Haryana, 132116, India
Email: care@lyonsbarry.in