Britannia Industries has officially announced the resignation of its Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Rajneet Singh Kohli, who is stepping down to pursue an external opportunity. Kohli tendered his resignation on March 5, 2025, and the company’s Board of Directors acknowledged his departure through a circular resolution passed on March 6, 2025. His last working day will be March 14, 2025, marking the end of his tenure with the FMCG giant.
As part of its regulatory disclosure, Britannia Industries has submitted Kohli’s resignation letter, detailing the reasons for his exit. While the company has not disclosed specifics about his next role, it has confirmed that he will be moving on to a new professional endeavor outside the organization.
Varun Berry, Executive Vice-Chairman and Managing Director of Britannia Industries expressed gratitude for Kohli’s contributions, stating, “Mr. Rajneet Singh Kohli has decided to resign from the services of the company to pursue an external opportunity. We thank him for his contributions during his tenure as the CEO and a member of the Britannia board, and we wish him the best in his future endeavors.”
Kohli had joined Britannia Industries in 2022, bringing extensive experience from his leadership roles in the FMCG and retail sectors. Under his tenure, Britannia focused on market expansion, innovation, and strengthening its distribution network. His resignation marks a significant leadership change for the company, and industry watchers will be keen to see who will step in to lead the organization going forward.
Britannia has not yet announced a successor for Kohli, and it remains to be seen whether the company will appoint an internal candidate or bring in external leadership to continue its strategic growth initiatives. Investors and stakeholders will be closely monitoring the company’s next move in terms of leadership transition and its impact on future operations.
