NEW DELHI — Dabur India Limited has officially appointed Herjit S. Bhalla as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its India Business, effective April 23, 2026. The announcement was made via a regulatory filing with the BSE. Bhalla joins Dabur’s senior management team and will report directly to Mohit Malhotra, the company’s Global CEO.
Bhalla’s induction is expected to bolster Dabur’s domestic operations as the consumer goods giant continues to navigate a competitive FMCG landscape.
A Career Spanning Global Markets
Herjit Bhalla brings over 25 years of extensive experience in commercial and general management, having led major brands across diverse international geographies:
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The Hershey Company: Most recently served in global roles, including VP of Canada and Global Customers. He previously led Hershey’s India operations as Managing Director starting in 2018.
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Metro Cash & Carry: Served as Chief Operating Officer and a member of the Executive Board of Directors (2016–2017).
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Unilever: Spent 16 years (2000–2016) in various sales and marketing leadership positions, including a tenure as Marketing Director in Moscow, Russia.
Strategic Leadership at Dabur
As the head of India Business, Bhalla will oversee Dabur’s primary revenue driver. His background in both domestic and international markets—particularly his experience in scaling global brands within the Indian ecosystem—aligns with Dabur’s focus on professionalizing its leadership and expanding its reach in the health and wellness segments.
With this transition, Dabur aims to leverage Bhalla’s deep expertise in sales, marketing, and operational efficiency to drive the next phase of growth for its storied Indian portfolio.
