Relaxo Footwears Appoints Gaurav Kumaar Dua and Ritesh Dua as Co-Chief Executive Officers
Relaxo Footwears has re-designated two senior executives as Co-Chief Executive Officers effective April 1, 2026. Gaurav Kumaar Dua transitions from Whole-time Director to Co-CEO & Whole-time Director, while Ritesh Dua moves from Executive Vice President (Finance) to Co-CEO. Both appointments maintain existing remuneration packages and tenure terms approved by shareholders at the August 2023 AGM, running until September 2026.

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Relaxo Footwears announced significant leadership changes with the appointment of two Co-Chief Executive Officers, marking a strategic shift in the company's executive structure. The Board of Directors, in its meeting held on March 26, 2026, approved the re-designation of key executives to strengthen the leadership team under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Leadership Appointments
The company has re-designated two senior executives to Co-CEO positions effective April 1, 2026:
| Executive: | Previous Role | New Designation | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Gaurav Kumaar Dua | Whole-time Director | Co-CEO & Whole-time Director | April 1, 2026 |
| Mr. Ritesh Dua | Executive Vice President (Finance) | Co-Chief Executive Officer | April 1, 2026 |
Terms and Conditions
Both executives will continue on their existing remuneration packages with no changes to their tenure or other terms and conditions. The appointments maintain the framework approved by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting held on August 24, 2023, for a three-year period from October 1, 2023, to September 30, 2026.
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| Remuneration | Existing packages maintained |
| Tenure Period | October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2026 |
| Shareholder Approval | AGM dated August 24, 2023 |
| Board Meeting Duration | 12:30 hrs to 16:05 hrs (IST) |
Executive Profiles
Mr. Gaurav Kumaar Dua brings over 25 years of experience in sales and marketing within the footwear industry. He holds an MBA from University of Wales and has been instrumental in various company initiatives focused on revenue growth, market expansion, and branding rejuvenation. As the son of Mr. Ramesh Kumar Dua, Managing Director of the company, he is part of the promoter group.
Mr. Ritesh Dua contributes over 26 years of experience across Finance, HR, IT, and Export functions. He completed his MBA from Fore School of Management, Delhi, and has played a key role in the company's export operations, information technology, human resources, and finance functions. He is the son of Mr. Mukand Lal Dua and brother of Mr. Nikhil Dua, both Whole Time Directors, and is also part of the promoter group.
Regulatory Compliance
The appointments comply with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations & Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026. Both executives are confirmed to be not debarred from holding their respective offices pursuant to any SEBI order, meeting the requirements under BSE and NSE circulars dated June 20, 2018. The regulatory filing was submitted to BSE (Scrip Code: 530517) and NSE (Symbol: RELAXO) as per standard disclosure requirements.
Historical Stock Returns for Relaxo Footwears
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.69% | +0.64% | -23.17% | -39.98% | -35.57% | -70.43% |
How will the dual Co-CEO structure impact Relaxo's decision-making speed and strategic direction in the competitive footwear market?
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