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Fortune unveils plans for Ram Mandir consecration celebrations in Ayodhya
Mumbai: As the holy city of Ayodhya gears up for the consecration of Ram Mandir on 22 January, Adani Wilmar, one of the largest food & FMCG companies in India, unveils its plans to join the celebrations on this historic occasion.
The company, under its renowned brand Fortune, has curated a series of delightful activities that promise to add to the festive spirit. Adani Wilmar MD and CEO Anghsu Mallick stated, “The consecration of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is a momentous occasion for every Indian. In keeping with Fortune’s brand sentiment of ‘Ghar ka khana, ghar ka khana hota hai’, we are proud to be a part of this celebration, as this historical event is akin to a festival that celebrates the essence of being Indian. Just as one in three households uses Fortune, our presence in this significant moment is a testament to our commitment to nurturing traditions and mirroring the spirit of India through our products. This celebration is like the joyous gatherings around a traditional home-cooked feast. It’s a time to come together, share stories, and revel in the rich tapestry of our cultural heritage, much like the values Fortune upholds on a daily basis.”
In keeping with Fortune’s brand sentiment of ‘Ghar ka khana, ghar ka khana hota hai’, the focus is on celebrating the joys of some traditional home-cooked specialties. Towards this, the brand has crafted some impactful and memorable activations to engage visitors:
. Jalebi sampling spree: Over seven days, Fortune plans to distribute over 25,000 delightful jalebis shaped in the form of the ‘Bloom’, which is the ‘Fortune logo’. This innovative activation is poised to create a buzz during the celebrations, serving as a sweet ode to Lord Rama, whose favoured dessert was Jalebi.
. Fortune special pakoda platter: Fortune will introduce a unique pakoda platter, made exclusively with the brand’s products, at 10 snack shops across the city. This 15-day campaign promises to add a delightful twist to the beloved local snack.
. Fortune mega-bhog: Fortune is set to organise a one-day event of bhog on a grand scale. This’mega-bhog’ will feature a delicious feast, prepared with the brand’s products, for over 5,000 people.
Additionally, plans are afoot for impactful below-the-line (BTL) activities such as gate branding, hoardings, shopboards, and kiosks to capture the attention of the large congregation of devotees who will gather in Ayodhya.
Simultaneously, the brand is also leveraging television with its sponsorship for the entire duration of the Shrimad Ramayana, which coincides with the celebrations at Ayodhya. The sponsorship will integrate Fortune Master Brand, Chakki Fresh Atta, Soyabean Oil, Mustard Oil, Soya Nuggets, Besan, Rice Bran Oil, and Kohinoor Basmati Rice. Television commercials for all these categories will be on air for this duration.
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UltraTech Cement appoints Jayant Dua as managing director
Dua will succeed K. C. Jhanwar after his term ends in December 2026
MUMBAI: UltraTech Cement, the flagship cement arm of the Aditya Birla Group, has elevated Jayant Dua as managing director, effective 1 April, 2026.
The company’s board also approved his appointment as additional director, managing director and key managerial personnel, effective 1 January, 2027, following the completion of the current managing director K C Jhanwar’s term on 31 December, 2026, according to a regulatory filing.
Dua will serve as managing director for a four-year term from 1 January, 2027 to 31 December, 2030.
A veteran executive with more than 37 years of professional experience, Dua joined the Aditya Birla Group’s cement business in 1996 and spent nearly a decade in various functional and leadership roles.
Over the past two decades, he has held several profit-and-loss and chief executive responsibilities across multiple group businesses, including insulators, insurance, Century Cement and the chlor-alkali segment. In 2023, he was elevated to lead the group’s renewables and textiles businesses.
Within the group, Dua has received several internal honours, including the chairman’s individual award for exceptional contribution in 2002, the outstanding leader award in 2009 and the leader of leaders recognition in 2022.
He holds an engineering degree from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, an MBA from International Management Institute and has completed the advanced management programme at Harvard Business School.
