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About Hughes Communications India Private Limited
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Hughes Communications India Private Limited is a private limited company based in New Delhi, Delhi, India. It operates in the isp and broadband services segment of the telecommunications sector. It was incorporated on 17 March 1992 and has been in existence for over 34 years.
The company is registered with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Delhi, under CIN U64202DL1992PTC048053. Its GSTIN is 07AAACH0765L2ZH (Delhi). The company holds 40 GST registrations, of which 11 are active.
The company has an authorised share capital of ₹50 Cr and a paid-up capital of ₹22.58 Cr. It was formerly known as Hughes Communications India Limited and Hughes Escorts Communications Limited. It is led by directors including Shivaji Chatterjee (Managing Director) and Pranav Roach.
Its last annual general meeting (AGM) was held on 01 July 2026, and its latest financial statements are for the year ended 31 March 2026. The registered office is at 1 Shivji Marg Westend Greens NH – 8, New Delhi, Delhi, India – 110037.
As per the financials filed for FY 2026, the company reported a revenue of ₹177.38 Cr, a decline of 17% compared to the previous year. For the same year it recorded a net loss of ₹28.56 Cr (net margin -16.1%) and EBITDA of ₹35.52 Cr (EBITDA margin 20%). Revenue has grown at a compounded annual rate (CAGR) of 3% over three years and 3% over five years.
The company has about 52 employees on its provident fund (EPFO) records. Its group structure includes 2 subsidiaries.
The company is associated with 2 brands: Hughes Communications India and Hughes Education. As per MCA filings, the company has open charges of ₹169 Cr and satisfied charges of ₹98.01 Cr on record. Court records list 121 cases involving the company, including 81 filed by the company and 40 filed against it; 31 cases are pending. The company has 8 deals on record (4 secondary share transfers, 2 rights issues, 2 funding rounds), with disclosed funding of ₹253.34 Cr; the latest was in March 2025. The company has 8 MSME Form 1 returns on record between 2021 and 2024, listing 40 overdue payments to 17 micro and small suppliers.
Hughes Communications India Private Limited is registered as a medium enterprise under the Udyam registration framework (Reg. No. UDYAM-HR-05-0003886). The current compliance status is marked as compliant by the Registrar of Companies. For more details, the company can be reached via its website hughes.in.
Company details
Name history
Hughes Communications India has undergone 2 name changes throughout its history. The company was previously known as Hughes Communications India Limited, and Hughes Escorts Communications Limited. The current legal name is Hughes Communications India Private Limited.
| Company Name | Status |
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| Hughes Communications India Private Limited | Current |
| Hughes Communications India Limited | Previous |
| Hughes Escorts Communications Limited | Previous |
CIN history
Hughes Communications India has one previous CIN (Corporate Identification Number): U64202DL1992PLC048053. The current CIN is U64202DL1992PTC048053, which is the unique identifier assigned by the Registrar of Companies.
| CIN | Status |
|---|---|
| U64202DL1992PTC048053 | Current |
| U64202DL1992PLC048053 | Previous |
Recognitions & Rankings of Hughes Communications India
Contact details
Hughes Communications India Private Limited's registered office is in New Delhi, Delhi. Its website is hughes.in. Its e-mail address and telephone number are in the company report.
- Email
- Telephone
- Website
- Social Media
- Registered Address1 Shivji Marg Westend Greens NH – 8, New Delhi, Delhi, India – 110037
- IndustryTelecom, ISP & Broadband Services
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- Company details, directors and signatories
- Historical financials and ratios
- Shareholding pattern and group structure
- Charges with holder and property details
- Legal cases, compliance and MCA filings
Brands
Hughes Communications India operates two associated brands: Hughes Communications India and Hughes Education. Each brand links to its own profile.
| Brand | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Offers satellite broadband, managed services, and networking solutions for various industries. | hughes.in | |
| Onsite Learning Platform and Training Services Provider | hugheseducation.com |
Business activity
The main business activity of Hughes Communications India is information and communication. In detail, this covers telecommunications.
| Main activity group code | Main activity | Business activity code | Business activity | Share of turnover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J | Information and communication | 61 | Telecommunications |
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Financials of Hughes Communications India Private Limited
FY 2026 filings availableHughes Communications India Private Limited reported revenue of ₹177.38 Cr (down 17% YoY) for FY 2026.
Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR)
Revenue fell 17% in the latest year, but over five years it has grown at a compounded annual rate (CAGR) of 3%. EBITDA fell 44% in the latest year. Three- and five-year figures are compounded annual growth rates (CAGR): the steady yearly rate that links the first and the last year. All are worked out from the filed statements.
Financial Statement Summary
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| Total Revenue | ₹177.38 Cr | ||||
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| EBITDA | ₹35.52 Cr | ||||
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| Net Profit (PAT) | -₹28.56 Cr | ||||
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Financial Ratios
| Metrics | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 | FY 2023-24 | FY 2022-23 | FY 2021-22 |
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| EBITDA Margin | 20% | ||||
| Net Profit Margin | -16.1% | ||||
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Board of directors of Hughes Communications India Private Limited
Hughes Communications India has 5 current directors and 20 former directors. Current directors are listed first, with their designation and appointment date.
| Name | Designation | Appointment Date | Tenure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pranav Roach Also directs: Zingreens Farms Private Limited, Hcil Comtel Private Limited, Hcil Netcom India Private Limited and 2 more | Director | 20 Apr 2006 | 20 Years 6 Months | Current |
| Ramesh Ramaswamy Also directs: Hughes Network Systems India Private Limited | Director | 15 Jan 2022 | 4 Years 9 Months | Current |
| Abhishek Maheshwari Also directs: Lavelle Networks Private Limited | Director | 15 Jan 2024 | 2 Years 9 Months | Current |
| Alok Shukla | Director | 21 Aug 2023 | 3 Years 2 Months | Current |
| Shivaji Chatterjee | Managing Director | 19 Jul 2023 | 3 Years 3 Months | Current |
Auditor
Hughes Communications India Private Limited is audited by B S R & Co. LLP for the financial year 2024.
| Auditor firm | Financial year | Firm registration number |
|---|---|---|
| B S R & Co. LLP | FY 2024 | 101248W/W-100022 |
Shareholding
The shareholding of Hughes Communications India Private Limited is on record for 5 financial years, the latest being FY 2024, split between promoters, domestic institutions, foreign institutions, public shareholders and others.
| Shareholder category | FY 2024 | FY 2023 | FY 2022 | FY 2021 | FY 2020 |
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Charges & borrowings
| Date | Charge ID | Lender | Amount | Status | Modified or satisfied on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov 2022 | 100647347 | Axis Bank Limited | ₹30 Cr | Open | |
| 06 Jan 2014 | 10477050 | Others | ₹56 Cr | Open | |
| 24 Oct 2008 | 10129287 | Yes Bank Limited | ₹38 Cr | Open | |
| 30 Dec 2003 | 80062257 | Others | ₹45 Cr | Open | |
| 27 Dec 2011 | 10331357 | Axis Bank Limited | ₹28 Cr | Satisfied |
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Total charge records: 12 View all charges
Deals & funding
Hughes Communications India Private Limited has 8 deals on record (4 secondary share transfers, 2 rights issues, 2 funding rounds), with disclosed funding of ₹253.34 Cr; the latest was in March 2025.
Deals on record (5 of 8)
| When | Deal | Amount | Parties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2022 | Secondary share transfer | Undisclosed | Buyer: Hughes Network Systems India Private Limited Seller: Hughes Communications India Limited Employees Stock Option Scheme Trust |
| Jan 2022 | Secondary share transfer | Undisclosed | Buyer: HNS India VSAT Inc, Bharti Airtel Limited Seller: Escorts Kubota Limited , Hughes Network Systems India Private Limited , Hughes Communications India Limited Employees Stock Option Scheme Trust |
| Jan 2022 | Rights issue | ₹3.54 Cr | Investors: Bharti Airtel Limited |
| Jan 2022 | Rights issue | ₹126.21 Cr | Investors: HNS India VSAT Inc, Hughes Network Systems India Private Limited |
| Apr 2019 | Secondary share transfer | Undisclosed | Buyer: HNS India VSAT Inc Seller: Escorts Kubota Limited |
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Deal records are compiled from filings and public sources; amounts are shown only where the source reported them.
Legal cases
Hughes Communications India Private Limited has 121 court cases on record: 81 filed by Hughes Communications India, 40 filed against it. 31 cases are pending and 90 are disposed.
Cases by court
| Court | Cases | Against the company | Pending |
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| High courts | 62 | 15 | 8 |
| Supreme Court | 30 | 21 | 13 |
| District courts | 28 | 4 | 10 |
| NCLT | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Cases on record (5 of 121)
| Court | Type of case | Party | Status |
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| District court, North, Delhi | Execution petition | Filed by the company against Shiva Illuminate Private Limited | Pending |
| High Court of Punjab and Haryana | Writ petition | Filed by the company against Imaging Solutions Private Limited and 2 others | Pending |
| High Court of Delhi | Court case (O.M.P. (COMM)) | Filed by the company against Imaging Solutions Pvt Limited | Pending |
| High Court of Delhi | Court case (O.M.P. (COMM)) | Filed against the company by Imaging Solutions Private Limited. | Pending |
| District court, Mumbai City Civil Court, Maharashtra | Court case (SUMMONS FOR JUDGT) | Filed by the company against Gammon India Limited | Pending |
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Case records are compiled from court listings and may lag the court's own records. A case filed against a company is not a finding against it.
Credit ratings & regulatory alerts
Hughes Communications India Private Limited was last rated by Icra on 24 Feb 2022.
| Rating agency | Rated on | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Icra | 24 Feb 2022 |
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MSME payment delays
Hughes Communications India Private Limited has 8 MSME Form 1 returns on record between 2021 and 2024, listing 40 overdue payments to 17 micro and small suppliers. Companies must report dues to micro and small suppliers that stay unpaid for more than 45 days in a half-yearly MSME Form 1 return.
Suppliers with reported dues (5 of 17)
| Supplier | Amount due | Due since | Reported on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seamless Infotech Private Limited | |||
| Onyx Components and Systems Private Limited | |||
| Mynd Integrated Solutions Private Limited | |||
| an individual supplier | |||
| Skylark Express (Delhi) Private Limited |
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Individuals and sole proprietors among the suppliers are not named.
Group structure & subsidiaries
Hughes Communications India has 2 subsidiary companies. This group structure data is as of FY 2024. The table lists each entity with its relationship and holding.
| Company Name | CIN | Shares held |
|---|---|---|
| Hcil Comtel Private Limited | U32204DL2007PTC168125 | |
| Hughes Global Education India Private Limited | U80302DL2011PTC215608 |
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Employees & EPFO
Hughes Communications India Private Limited has a workforce of 52 employees on its EPFO records as of Nov 19, 2024, across 1 active EPFO establishment.
GST
Hughes Communications India has 40 GST registrations: 11 active and 29 cancelled or inactive. The first 4 active GSTINs are listed below.
| GSTIN | State | Status | Registered on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07AAACH0765L2ZH | Delhi | Active | 28 Jul 2017 |
| 04AAACH0765L1ZO | Chandigarh | Active | 01 Jul 2017 |
| 06AAACH0765L1ZK | Haryana | Active | 01 Jul 2017 |
| 08AAACH0765L1ZG | Rajasthan | Active | 01 Jul 2017 |
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Recent activity
Hughes Communications India Private Limited has 22 board changes on record since 2006: 5 appointments and 17 cessations. The latest: Abhishek Maheshwari was appointed as Director on 15 Jan 2024.
40 earlier events are in the company report.
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Frequently asked questions
Hughes Communications India is an active private limited company based in New Delhi, Delhi, India. The company works in isp and broadband services, within the telecom industry. It was incorporated on 17 March 1992 (34+ years old) and is registered under CIN U64202DL1992PTC048053.
Hughes Communications India has 5 current directors:
- Shivaji Chatterjee - Managing Director
- Pranav Roach - Director
- Ramesh Ramaswamy - Director
- Abhishek Maheshwari - Director
- Alok Shukla - Director
The latest financial statements of Hughes Communications India on record with the MCA are for the year ended 31 March 2026. Its last annual general meeting was held on 01 July 2026. Year-wise statements from 2015 are in the company report.
The GSTIN of Hughes Communications India is 07AAACH0765L2ZH, registered in Delhi. The company has 40 GST registrations in all, of which 11 are active and 29 are cancelled or inactive. Other active GSTINs include 04AAACH0765L1ZO (Chandigarh), 06AAACH0765L1ZK (Haryana), 08AAACH0765L1ZG (Rajasthan).
The CIN (Corporate Identification Number) of Hughes Communications India is U64202DL1992PTC048053. It is issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs under the Companies Act, 2013, and uniquely identifies the company in India.
Hughes Communications India has 121 court cases on record: 81 filed by the company and 40 filed against it. 31 are pending. Most are in the high courts.
Hughes Communications India was incorporated on 17 March 1992, making it 34+ years old. It is registered with the Registrar of Companies, Delhi.
Hughes Communications India has 8 deals on record (4 secondary share transfers, 2 rights issues, 2 funding rounds), with disclosed funding of ₹253.34 Cr; the latest was in March 2025.
Abhishek Maheshwari was appointed as Director on 15 Jan 2024. Akhil Garg ceased to be Director on 15 Jan 2024. Pradman Prithvinath Kaul ceased to be Director on 31 Dec 2023. Hughes Communications India has 22 board changes on record in total.
Yes, Hughes Communications India is registered as a medium enterprise under Udyam registration (number: UDYAM-HR-05-0003886).
Hughes Communications India has 8 MSME Form 1 returns on record between 2021 and 2024, listing 40 overdue payments to 17 micro and small suppliers. The latest return was filed on 18 Apr 2024.

