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Britannia Names Rakshit Hargave CEO as Varun Berry Exits Immediately

The board waived Berry’s notice period to accelerate a planned succession before Hargave’s December 15 start.

Overview

  • Britannia said in a regulatory filing that Varun Berry’s resignation is effective at the close of business on November 10, 2025.
  • The board approved Rakshit Hargave as managing director and chief executive officer with effect from December 15, 2025.
  • Until Hargave joins, executive director and CFO Natarajan Venkataraman will hold additional charge as CEO.
  • Berry had offered to serve his notice period, but the board waived it to hasten the leadership transition.
  • Hargave previously led Birla Opus, the paints venture of Grasim Industries, while Berry has been with Britannia since 2013 after roles at PepsiCo India and Hindustan Unilever.