Herjit S. Bhalla has been appointed CEO – India Business at Dabur India Limited, effective April 15, 2026. The appointment marks a strategic leadership move as Dabur sharpens its focus on accelerating domestic growth and strengthening category leadership.
Bhalla brings over 25 years of global experience across Unilever, Metro Cash & Carry India, and The Hershey Company, spanning India, Canada, and AEMEA markets. His background combines FMCG scale, modern trade expertise, and international brand stewardship critical capabilities in today’s competitive consumer goods environment.
Strategically, Dabur’s move reflects the need for agile leadership amid evolving consumer preferences, premiumisation trends, and rising competition from D2C and global brands. Strengthening execution across distribution, innovation pipelines, and digital commerce will be central to sustaining momentum in India’s dynamic FMCG landscape.
Bhalla’s cross-market exposure positions him to blend global best practices with strong local market understanding.
Overall, the appointment signals Dabur’s intent to reinforce operational excellence while unlocking the next phase of growth in its core India business.
