Britannia Industries has appointed Rakshit Hargave as its new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, effective December 15, 2025, for a five-year term pending shareholder approval. He succeeds Rajneet Singh Kohli, who stepped down in March, with Varun Berry serving as interim CEO.
Hargave joins from Aditya Birla Group’s Birla Opus, where he led the paints business through its launch and rapid national expansion. An FMCG veteran, he has previously worked with Tata Motors and Nestlé India. An IIT Varanasi and FMS Delhi alumnus, Hargave’s appointment strengthens Britannia’s leadership as it pursues growth and innovation in a competitive market.