Shiv Ratan Agarwal, founder, promoter, chairman and whole-time director of Bikaji Foods International, passed away on April 23, 2026.
Agarwal, who established the Bikaji brand, played a pivotal role in transforming a traditional Bikaneri snacks business into an internationally recognised name. Over the years, he helped scale the company by blending authentic flavours with modern business practices, laying the foundation for its sustained growth.
Describing him as a guiding force since inception, the company credited Agarwal’s strategic leadership and ability to navigate complex challenges for strengthening its operational resilience and long-term trajectory.
Following his demise, Agarwal will cease to be part of the promoter group in accordance with regulatory norms, the filing noted.
The company said it remains committed to carrying forward his vision, values, and entrepreneurial ethos, while continuing to build on the goodwill of the Bikaji brand. The board, management, and employees expressed deep condolences, calling his passing an irreparable loss to the organisation.
