Britannia Industries has appointed Rakshit Hargave as its new Chief Executive Officer and Additional Whole-time Director, subject to shareholder approval, as shared by the company in a BSE filing.
His appointment will take effect from December 15, 2025, for a period of five years. Hargave, who is currently serving as CEO of Birla Opus, the paints venture of the Aditya Birla Group will step down from his role there on December 5.
A seasoned FMCG professional, he has previously held senior leadership roles at Hindustan Unilever, Kimberly-Clark Lever, Lakmé Lever, and Jubilant FoodWorks. Hargave brings with him extensive experience in brand building, consumer engagement, and business expansion, which is expected to play a pivotal role in driving Britannia’s next phase of growth.
His appointment signals Britannia’s intent to strengthen its leadership and accelerate innovation across categories in the highly competitive Indian FMCG market.
