Dabur India Limited has announced significant changes to its Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel. Mr. Mohit Malhotra has resigned as Global Chief Executive Officer and Whole-time Director, effective November 13, 2026, to pursue personal interests. The company has appointed Mr. Herjit Singh Bhalla as an Additional Director and Whole-time Director, effective November 14, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Gopal Krishna Jain has been appointed as a Non-Executive Independent Director from December 31, 2026, and Mr. Romesh Sobti will serve as Lead Independent Director from January 01, 2027. Mr. Ashok Kumar Jain will superannuate on November 30, 2026, with Mr. Ankush Jain designated as the new Compliance Officer from December 01, 2026.
Dabur India Announces Key Leadership Transitions
Dabur India Limited has officially announced a series of significant changes within its Board of Directors and Key Managerial Personnel following a board meeting held on November 4, 2026. These transitions are designed to align with the company’s future growth strategies and governance structure.
Resignation of Global CEO
The Board has accepted the resignation of Mr. Mohit Malhotra, Global Chief Executive Officer and Whole-time Director, effective November 13, 2026. Mr. Malhotra is stepping down to pursue personal interests, marking the end of his tenure with the company.
New Appointments to the Board and Management
Effective November 14, 2026, Mr. Herjit Singh Bhalla has been appointed as an Additional Director and Whole-time Director for a period of five years, subject to regulatory approvals. He will continue to lead the India business strategy. In a further move to strengthen its independent oversight, Mr. Gopal Krishna Jain will join the Board as a Non-Executive Independent Director for a two-year term commencing December 31, 2026. Additionally, Mr. Romesh Sobti has been designated as the Lead Independent Director, effective January 01, 2027, succeeding Mr. Mukesh Hari Butani.
Compliance Officer Transition
In line with succession planning, Mr. Ashok Kumar Jain, Executive Vice President (Finance), Group Company Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer, will superannuate from his services on November 30, 2026. Consequently, Mr. Ankush Jain, currently the Chief Financial Officer, has been designated as the new Compliance Officer, effective December 01, 2026. He will hold this position in addition to his existing role as CFO.
Strategic Guidance and Future Outlook
The company emphasized that Mr. P. D. Narang will continue to provide strategic guidance across Dabur Group’s businesses, focusing on the oversight of international operations. This restructuring aims to clarify leadership responsibilities, ensure accountability, and support the company’s ongoing growth initiatives.
The board meeting commenced at 2 P.M. and concluded at 4 P.M. on November 4, 2026. Further details regarding shareholder approvals for director appointments will be communicated in due course.
Source: BSE
