Radico Khaitan Limited has announced significant leadership changes, effective October 28, 2026. Dilip Kumar Banthiya, currently the Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed as an Additional Whole-time Director, designated as Executive Director & CFO. Saket Somani has been elevated to the position of Deputy Chief Financial Officer, reinforcing the company’s finance function and strategic leadership.
Leadership Enhancements at Radico Khaitan
Radico Khaitan Limited’s Board of Directors, at a meeting held on October 27, 2026, approved key leadership appointments aimed at strengthening governance and management. These changes are effective from October 28, 2026.
Dilip Kumar Banthiya Appointed Executive Director & CFO
Mr. Dilip Kumar Banthiya, who has been serving as the Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed as an Additional Director in the category of Whole-time Director. He will now be designated as “Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer”. This appointment is for a period of 3 Years, subject to shareholder approval, and he will be liable to retire by rotation.
Mr. Banthiya brings over 35 years of experience in corporate finance, M&A, international fundraising, and risk management. He has been associated with Radico Khaitan for over 18 years, playing a crucial role in the company’s finance function and governance frameworks.
Saket Somani Elevated to Deputy CFO
Mr. Saket Somani, Senior Vice President – Finance & Strategy and a key member of the Senior Management Personnel, has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer. This appointment formalizes his enhanced role and responsibilities within the existing management structure.
Mr. Somani possesses around 20 years of experience in corporate finance, strategy, investor relations, and investment banking. Since joining Radico Khaitan in 2020, he has served as Senior Vice President – Finance & Strategy, overseeing financial planning, control, and capital projects, as well as leading the company’s investor relations program.
Strategic Rationale for Appointments
The company stated that these appointments strengthen its governance and leadership. Bringing the CFO onto the Board is expected to add significant financial and industry expertise to the highest decision-making forum. Saket Somani’s elevation expands his mandate across strategy, financial planning, investor relations, and IT, aligning with Radico Khaitan’s strategy for premium-led growth.
Abhishek Khaitan, Managing Director, commented that Dilip Banthiya’s voice on the Board will sharpen financial strategy and governance, while Saket Somani’s market-facing and technology-led approach represents the next generation of financial leadership.
Source: BSE
