Brands
Agrimax Foods unveils Bake&Co.
Mumbai: Agrimax Foods LLP, an ISO 9001:2015 food solutions company, is excited to announce its new brand, ‘Bake&Co.’ This brand is set to redefine the landscape of millet based baked products with its emphasis on health, nutrition, and unmatched taste. Bake&Co.’s launch is supported by the government’s PMFME scheme which aims to boost micro food enterprises across the country.
Agrimax Foods LLP incorporated with a vision to maximise the agricultural value chain adds value to farmers, processors and consumers. Agrimax Foods believes in directly sourcing the raw materials from the farmers, adding value at the processing stage and meeting the standards of the discerning audience.
Bake&Co. focusing on ‘Healthy Snacking’ offers a delicious range of healthy baked products, crafted to combine pleasure with wellness. The offerings include: Millet Cookies and Indulgence Cookies. Millet Cookies cater to health-conscious consumers seeking gluten-free, sugar-free, and preservative-free options, made from wholesome ingredients like millets, oats, fruits, nuts, seeds, and natural jaggery. Meanwhile, Indulgence Cookies are perfect for those looking to treat themselves to luxurious, delights that do not compromise on health standards.
In the near future, Bake&Co. brand will focus on product extensions in millet-based ready-to-eat snacks like savouries, namkeen, breakfast cereals, energy cookies, protein rich cookies and diabetes-friendly cookies etc. India’s millet-based packaged food market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 9.2 per cent from 2022-32 and is expected to reach $91.1 mn by 2032* and Bake&Co. is ready to be a part of this exciting journey.
With a presence across India through D2C and e-commerce, Bake&Co. would be present in select retail outlets, vending machines and retail chains across metro cities. Going forward, the brand has plans to export to countries where millet-based value-added products are in high demand.
The establishment of Bake&Co.’s manufacturing unit, situated at Gautam Buddha Nagar, is facilitated by the PMFME scheme, under which Agrimax Foods received significant support including a subsidy of Rs. 10 lakhs. Department of Horticulture and Food Processing, Gautam Budhha Nagar district horticulture Officer (DHO) Shivani Tomar commented on the scheme’s impact, “The PMFME scheme is designed to empower and elevate local food enterprises. We are thrilled to see Agrimax Foods leverage this opportunity to create a brand like Bake&Co. that prioritizes health and sustainability. Their success is a testament to the scheme’s objective of nurturing enterprises that contribute meaningfully to our economy and the health of our citizens.”
Agrimax Foods LLP co-founder & chief marketing strategist Monica Kohli Srivastava alluded, “The PMFME scheme has been instrumental in empowering us to realize our vision, providing not only financial assistance but also fostering an ecosystem conducive to growth and innovation in India.”
Monica further added, “We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished with Bake&Co., not only are we offering products that are kind to the body, but we’re also contributing to a more sustainable and responsible food industry. We’re excited to share our passion for premium, healthy baked goods with our customers.”
Brands
IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
