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Tata Consumer brews a change as Sharat Verma takes the top role
MUMBAI: The kettle’s whistling at Tata Consumer Products and this time, it’s not just the tea. The company has announced a leadership shake-up, with veteran marketer Sharat Verma set to take over as president of packaged beverages ford India & South Asia (including Organic India) from 1 December 2025.
Verma, who moves from Procter & Gamble, brings over two decades of brand-building prowess, having helmed iconic names like Ariel, Tide, Gillette, Oral-B, and Olay across India, ASEAN, China, and the Middle East. At P&G, he led the 0.5 billion dollars Fabric Care business, clocking a 15 per cent CAGR in one of the most competitive categories. His “Share The Load” campaign remains a landmark in cause-driven brand storytelling, marrying social commentary with sales success.
The appointment follows the resignation of Puneet Das, who exits after eight years at Tata Consumer to pursue new opportunities. Das, who played a pivotal role in the packaged beverages portfolio, leaves behind a strong growth legacy. His departure is effective 3 November 2025.
Another notable exit is Soulfull business president Prashant Parameswaran who steps down on 15 December 2025 for personal reasons. Parameswaran, the driving force behind the Tata Soulfull brand, is credited with positioning the homegrown breakfast brand as a challenger in India’s healthy foods segment.
With Verma’s appointment, Tata Consumer is signalling a renewed focus on consumer-led innovation and storytelling that resonates across Bharat and beyond. The move also reflects a broader trend of FMCG majors courting talent with both local insight and global polish.
In a statement, Tata Consumer Products ltd. said the leadership changes form part of its ongoing transformation to strengthen its core businesses and unlock growth across markets.
For Tata Consumer the company that put the world’s most loved chai on millions of tables this is more than a handover. It’s a fresh blend of strategy and storytelling, brewed perfectly for its next growth chapter.
Brands
EaseMyTrip named among India’s most trusted brands for 2026–27
Travel platform earns recognition for service and reliability
NEW DELHI: EaseMyTrip has been recognised among the Most Trusted Brands of India 2026–2027, underlining the strong confidence travellers place in the online travel platform and its customer focused approach.
The recognition was announced at the sixth edition of the platform organised by Team Marksmen Network, with Business Standard as the media partner and India Today as the televised partner. The initiative honours companies that have built lasting credibility through consistent service, innovation and ethical business practices.
Brands included in the list are selected through a structured evaluation conducted by Coherent Market Insights. The process combines large scale primary research with secondary data analysis and examines parameters such as authenticity, transparency, customer experience, governance practices and consistency of service.
Over the years, EaseMyTrip has built a strong reputation in the travel sector, helped by its customer first strategy and features such as its widely recognised zero convenience fee model. The platform focuses on simplifying travel planning while offering competitive pricing and reliable services for travellers in India and overseas markets.
EaseMyTrip chief executive officer and co-founder Rikant Pittie, said the recognition reflects the trust that users have placed in the platform. “Trust has always been central to EaseMyTrip’s journey. Being recognised among India’s most trusted brands reflects the confidence travellers place in our platform. We remain committed to improving travel experiences through innovation and dependable service,” he said.
The company continues to expand its technology driven ecosystem while strengthening its presence in global markets. The latest recognition highlights its growing role as a preferred travel partner for users seeking convenient and trustworthy travel experiences.
