Orkla India Limited announced the successful inauguration of MTR Karunadu Swada 2026, its flagship food festival celebrating Karnataka's rich culinary heritage. The event commenced on April 24, 2026, at Jayamahal Palace, Bengaluru, bringing together food enthusiasts, cultural connoisseurs, and culinary experts for an immersive cultural experience.

Festival Highlights and Regional Showcase

The festival centers around the theme "the story before the recipe" and celebrates indigenous ingredients of Karnataka. This year's edition features an extensive culinary journey across six distinct regions of the state.

The festival showcases a rich culinary archive featuring both beloved classics and lesser-known, almost-forgotten flavours. Each region presents a distinctive concept of "One Region. One Unique Ingredient. One Forgotten Recipe," with traditional summer coolers rooted in local wisdom and climate-responsive food practices.

Cultural Elements and Special Launches

MTR unveiled several special elements during the inauguration ceremony. The company launched the second edition of its coffee table book titled "The story before the recipe," which celebrates ingredients from Karnataka's six regions and their role in shaping the state's culinary tradition.

A notable cultural highlight was the collaboration with acclaimed musician Vasu Dixit, who performed a specially composed Sambar song live at the festival. The composition serves as a tribute to Sambar, celebrating the everyday rituals, warmth, and nostalgia associated with the beloved dish.

Leadership Perspective

Mr. Sunay Bhasin, CEO of MTR, emphasized the company's century-long commitment to Karnataka's culinary heritage. He stated that MTR Karunadu Swada has become an annual fixture on food enthusiasts' calendars, serving as a platform that celebrates local ingredients, revives forgotten recipes, and spotlights regional diversity.

Festival Experience and Cultural Programming

Beyond the culinary offerings, the festival provides a comprehensive cultural experience featuring folk and classical performances. The programming brings alive Karnataka's spirit through music, dance, and art, creating a truly immersive cultural celebration.

The festival emphasizes hyper-local, seasonal ingredients, celebrating authenticity, sustainability, and regional identity of Karnataka's cuisine. This approach reinforces MTR's position as a curator of traditional culinary practices while making them accessible to contemporary audiences.

The event was officially inaugurated by Shri Maheshwar Rao M, I.A.S., Chief Commissioner GBA and Administrator of All Bengaluru City Corporations, highlighting the festival's significance in promoting Karnataka's cultural heritage.

Orkla India Limited has submitted its quarterly compliance certificate to stock exchanges, fulfilling regulatory requirements under SEBI depositories regulations for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance Filing

The company filed its certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 on April 10, 2026. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Kaushik Seshadri submitted the documentation to both BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Limited.

Certificate from Registrar

KFin Technologies Limited, serving as the company's Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, issued the compliance certificate dated April 09, 2026. The certificate was signed by Ganesh Chandra Patro, Deputy Vice President at KFin Technologies Limited.

The registrar confirmed that details of securities dematerialized and rematerialized during the quarter have been furnished to all stock exchanges where Orkla India's shares are listed. This certification ensures compliance with SEBI's depositories and participants regulations.

Company Information

Orkla India Limited, formerly known as Orkla India Private Limited, maintains its registered office in Bengaluru. The company operates from No. 1, 2nd & 3rd Floor, 100 Feet Inner Ring Road, Ejipura, Ashwini Layout, Viveknagar, Bengaluru - 560047.

The quarterly compliance filing represents part of the company's ongoing regulatory obligations to maintain transparency in securities transactions and depositories operations.