Britannia Industries Announces Key Senior Management Changes in Sales and International Business
Britannia Industries Limited's Board of Directors, at their meeting on May 7, 2026, approved the elevation of Mr. Rahul Mahajan to Vice President – Sales effective April 1, 2026, and the appointment of Mr. Chitwan Singh as Chief Business Officer – International Business effective June 15, 2026. Mr. Mahajan brings over 22 years of FMCG experience, while Mr. Chitwan Singh brings over 25 years of global FMCG experience including CEO-level roles. Both changes were disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015, on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

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The Board of Directors of Britannia Industries Limited, at their meeting held on May 7, 2026, approved two key changes in senior management personnel. The decisions, made on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, were disclosed to the stock exchanges pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Clause 7 of Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI Listing Regulations, 2015. The Board Meeting commenced at 3:30 P.M. IST and concluded at 7:15 P.M. IST.
Senior Management Changes at a Glance
The two appointments reflect changes across domestic sales leadership and international business operations. The following table summarises the key details of both changes:
| Parameter: | Mr. Rahul Mahajan | Mr. Chitwan Singh |
|---|---|---|
| New Designation: | Vice President – Sales | Chief Business Officer – International Business |
| Previous Role: | National Sales Head – General Trade | — |
| Nature of Change: | Elevation | Appointment |
| Effective Date: | April 1, 2026 | June 15, 2026 |
| Term: | Full Time Employment | Full Time Employment |
Rahul Mahajan Elevated to Vice President – Sales
Mr. Rahul Mahajan has been elevated to the position of Vice President – Sales with effect from April 1, 2026. He brings over 22 years of extensive experience in the FMCG sector across Sales, Distribution, and Channel Management. Mr. Mahajan has been associated with Britannia Industries Limited for over 3 years, serving as National Sales Head – General Trade.
Prior to joining Britannia Industries Limited, Mr. Mahajan held leadership roles at several prominent organisations:
- Marico Limited
- L'Oréal India
- Mondelez International
- Bharti Airtel Limited
- Bharti Teletech Limited
- JSW Dulux Limited (formerly known as Akzo Nobel India Limited)
Mr. Mahajan holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDBM) from Management Development Institute, Gurgaon, and a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology.
Chitwan Singh Appointed Chief Business Officer – International Business
Mr. Chitwan Singh has been appointed as Chief Business Officer – International Business with effect from June 15, 2026. He brings over 25 years of global experience in the FMCG sector across the United States, Africa, and India, with extensive leadership exposure in Food, Personal Care, Beauty, and Home Care categories, including CEO-level roles.
Mr. Singh has held leadership roles at Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), Olam International Limited, and Britannia Industries Limited. At GCPL, he served in multiple CEO roles, including CEO & Managing Director – North America & Nigeria and CEO – West Africa. Prior to that, he led the Packaged Foods Business at Olam International in the South Africa and Ghana Cluster, West Africa, and earlier spent over a decade at Britannia Industries Limited in various Sales and Marketing leadership roles.
Mr. Singh holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDBM) from S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai, and a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Delhi College of Engineering.
Regulatory Disclosure
The intimation was filed by Sona Rajora, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer of Britannia Industries Limited, in accordance with SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026. Both appointments are on a full-time employment basis.
Historical Stock Returns for Britannia Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -5.06% | -3.60% | -0.40% | -10.35% | +3.16% | +59.48% |
How might Chitwan Singh's CEO-level experience in North America, Nigeria, and West Africa shape Britannia's international expansion strategy in these markets?
Could Rahul Mahajan's elevation to VP-Sales signal a broader restructuring of Britannia's domestic distribution network, particularly in general trade versus modern trade channels?
With a dedicated Chief Business Officer now heading international business, what revenue contribution targets might Britannia set for its overseas operations over the next 3-5 years?


































