Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited has announced significant leadership changes. Ms. Sangeeta Tanwani will transition from her Whole-time Director and CEO role at Pantaloons to a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director position, effective August 1, 2026. Concurrently, Mr. Suraj Bahirwani’s appointment as CEO of Pantaloons has been advanced to the same date. These changes are part of internal movements within the Aditya Birla Group, ensuring continuity in strategic guidance.
Leadership Transitions at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited has announced key leadership transitions aimed at ensuring strategic continuity and leveraging extensive experience within the organization. Ms. Sangeeta Tanwani, currently the Whole-time Director and CEO of Pantaloons, will be taking up a new role within the broader Aditya Birla Group. Her cessation from the current role is effective from the close of business hours on July 31, 2026.
Ms. Sangeeta Tanwani’s New Role
Following her transition, Ms. Tanwani will be re-designated and appointed as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of the Company. This appointment is effective from August 1, 2026, and will be for a period of two years, concluding on July 31, 2028. She will be liable to retire by rotation, subject to shareholder approval. Ms. Tanwani brings over three decades of experience across FMCG, Retail, and pharmaceuticals. She has been instrumental in transforming Pantaloons since joining in 2018, strengthening its brand, product portfolio, and retail experience. She also spearheaded the company’s entry into the deep-value fashion segment with brands like Style Up and OWND!.
Mr. Suraj Bahirwani’s Appointment Advanced
In conjunction with these changes, the Board has also approved advancing the appointment date of Mr. Suraj Bahirwani as CEO – Pantaloons and Senior Management Personnel (“SMP”). His appointment will now be effective from August 1, 2026, moved up from the previously scheduled date of October 1, 2026. This advancement ensures seamless leadership transition at Pantaloons.
Confirmation of Details
Brief details regarding Ms. Tanwani’s re-designation and appointment are enclosed as per SEBI Master Circular. It is confirmed that Ms. Tanwani is not related to any existing Directors or Key Managerial Personnel and is not debarred from holding a director’s office. Her letter of relinquishment from her current position has been submitted and is attached to the disclosure.
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