Nusli Wadia
Chairman, Wadia Group- Britannia Industries Limited
- Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation
- Bombay Dyeing & Manufacturing Corporation Limited
- Go Airlines India Limited
- Bombay Realty
Nusli Wadia's Journey so far ...
- Nusli Wadia joined his family’s business group -- which was founded by Lovji Nusserwanjee Wadia in 1736 -- as the chairman of Bombay Dyeing & Mfg Co Ltd. in 1977
- He became the chairman of Bombay Burmah Trading Corp in 1982
- He took charge of Britannia Industries Ltd. as its chairman in 1993
- He has also held board seats in several Tata Group companies including Tata Engineering & Locomotive (1998-2003), Tata Iron & Steel Co Ltd. (1979-2005), Tata Steel Ltd. (2005-2016), Tata Chemicals Ltd. (1981-2016) and Tata Motors Ltd. (1998-2016)
- Wadia is also the chairman of GO Airlines India Pvt Ltd
- Wadia was appointed to the Prime Minister's Council on Trade in 1998 where he served as a convener till 2004
- Currently, he chairs the Wadia Group which has presence in various sectors including real estate, aviation, consumer products, plantations, chemicals and healthcare
Before you go ...
- He is the grandson of Muhammad Ali Jinnah -- the founder of Pakistan
- He has often been referred to as a corporate samurai because of the notable business battles he fought during the 1970s and 1980s; including with the likes of Dhirubhai Ambani and Ratan Tata
- When he was 26, he saved Bombay Dyeing from being sold off to the Calcutta-based industrialist RP Goenka
- Wadia is associated with various charitable and educational institutions and also plays a big role in the group's philanthropic efforts
Nusli Wadia News
- SAT overturns ban on Nusli Wadia, sons, othersIn a surprising turn of events, the Securities Appellate Tribunal has lifted the ban imposed on Bombay Dyeing and its executives, alongside nullifying the associated penalties and restrictions on their directorship roles. This decision comes after Sebi's extended delay of nearly nine years in addressing allegations related to fraudulent activities tied to manipulated financial statements.
- Sudden exit: Britannia's Varun Berry quits after a decade at helmVarun Berry has stepped down as Britannia Industries' chief executive, managing director, and vice-chairman. This sudden exit follows over a decade at the helm. Rakshit Hargave, previously of Birla Opus, has been appointed as the new chief executive and managing director. Natarajan Venkataraman will serve as interim CEO. Berry's tenure saw significant growth for the company.
- Britannia increasing whole grain content in its products as part of its commitment to health: Nusli WadiaBritannia Industries focuses on health and wellness. The company is increasing whole grain content. It is also reducing sugar and sodium levels in its products. Nusli Wadia addressed shareholders at the annual general meeting. Britannia has enhanced its product profile. The company implemented cost efficiency measures. It navigated a complex macroeconomic environment in FY25. Rural markets showed recovery signs.
- 'Bombay Dyeing name must stay relevant': Jeh Wadia rejoins family business with plan to institutionalise real estate opsJehangir Wadia returns to the Wadia Group after a four-year hiatus, focusing on revitalizing Bombay Dyeing into a real estate powerhouse. He aims to institutionalize real estate operations under Bombay Realty, leveraging the group's legacy and integrity. Wadia plans to unlock land assets, explore joint ventures, and develop projects like the Island City Centre.
- Industrialist Nusli Wadia, sons, others settle disclosure lapses case with SebiBombay Burmah Trading Corporation, its promoters including Nusli Wadia, his sons Ness and Jehangir, and others on Friday settled a disclosure lapses case with markets regulator Sebi after paying Rs 2.12 crore towards settlement amount. In all, a total of 18 entities settled the case pertaining to flouting various provisions of securities market norms.
- Jeh Wadia returns as director of group companiesJehangir Wadia, the younger son of Nusli Wadia, has rejoined the Wadia Group after a three-year absence. He returns to support operations and share his father's responsibilities, bringing much-needed younger leadership to the 288-year-old conglomerate. Jehangir is expected to take charge of Bombay Dyeing and contribute his strategic thinking to the family business.
- India loses its Ratan: Bombay house won’t be the same againTata's transformation from a powerful industrialist to an endearing social media figure, highlighted by his love for dogs, is examined. His Instagram presence connected him to a new generation, while his corporate journey, loneliness, and challenges faced in reorganizing the Tata Group are also explored, showcasing his resilience and adaptability.
- Birla Estates concludes deal to acquire 24.5 acre land in Kalwa from Hindalco for over ₹537 crBirla Estates, part of the Aditya Birla Group, has acquired a 24.5-acre land parcel in Thane's Kalwa locality from Hindalco Industries for over Rs 537 crore. The deal was registered on September 4 with a stamp duty payment of Rs 37.62 crore. This follows another recent acquisition by the group in Mumbai's Worli locality.
- Century Textiles buys Nusli Wadia’s 10-acre land parcel in Mumbai’s Worli for Rs 1,100 crThe long-standing legal dispute between Wadia Group Chairman Nusli Wadia and Aditya Birla Group has concluded. Century Textiles and Industries, a subsidiary of the Aditya Birla Group, acquired ownership rights to a 10-acre leasehold land in Mumbai's Worli locality for Rs 1,100 crore. The land will be developed by Birla Estates.
- Britannia ready to lose on margins to gain on volumesBritannia, the largest biscuit maker in India, is targeting double-digit volume growth despite potential price increases for wheat and sugar post-elections. The company is also focusing on expanding adjacent businesses and building its core biscuit portfolio. The company plans to align its service towards high-potential retail outlets, build AI-enabled predictive ordering, and upgrade salesforce automation.
- Britannia explores JVs to enter high-margin categories such as chocolates, fresh dairy and salty snacks"Chocolates is a big market but difficult to penetrate and therefore, it will only be through a JV if and when it is possible," he said. "We are present in multiple categories and want to get them larger before going to others. The go-to-market strategy with the help of Bain will help identify blank spaces more precisely to ensure improved distribution of its products across markets," Varun Berry, vice-chairman and MD, said.
- Nusli Wadia blames P&W for grounding of Go First, alleges Rs 10,000 crore damage due to faulty enginesGo First bankruptcy: "Over the last two years, P&W's inaction and contractual defaults irreparably financially damaged Go First, putting at risk several thousand employees and a national asset serving millions of passengers," the reclusive Wadia Group chairman Nusli Wadia told ET in an exclusive interaction.
- View: It’s bankruptcy that needs a rescue in IndiaThe 2016 insolvency law was crafted when the country was just starting to tackle what would eventually rank among the worst piles of bad loans anywhere in the world: a $200 billion-plus menace. With banks garnering bumper profits in the post-pandemic high interest-rate environment, that baggage is now much lighter, and the urgency to deal with it lower.
- Why airlines keep folding in India’s booming aviation marketIndian airlines have faced fierce competition amongst each other as they have ordered billions of dollars worth of planes for an emerging middle class wanting to travel. It is a difficult market due to a mix of low-cost fares, high taxes on fuel and competition, which has only worsened due to the pandemic.
- Britannia watching Reliance's FMCG strides very closely, says Varun BerryIn his first interview since succeeding Nusli Wadia in October last year who is now chairman emeritus of the group, Berry said: "Reliance has very deep pockets, so we'll have to watch out. We'll have to treat this as a very, very dynamic and a very quick changing scenario and make sure we match our steps."
- After turning around Britannia, Varun Berry to pilot Go First as ChairmanBerry, 61, who was a director at the carrier, will steer the company in a challenging environment for aviation ahead of plans to tap the capital market. He succeeds group promoter Nusli Wadia, 78, who becomes chairman emeritus. Ben Baldanza, former CEO of US carrier Spirit Airlines, will continue as vice chairman of GoAir, having come on board in March last year.
- Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing MD Jeh Wadia steps down"In keeping with the objective of professionalisation of the management, Jeh Wadia, MD of The Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing Company Ltd has stepped down and will not be renewing his contract as Managing Director of the company which has expired on March 31, 2021,” the company said in a regulatory filing.