Godrej Industries has announced leadership transitions across the Godrej Industries Group as part of a planned generational succession.
Nadir Godrej, Chairperson of the Group, has confirmed that he will retire upon turning 75 in August 2026 and will assume the role of Chairman Emeritus. He will step down from the boards of Godrej Industries Limited, Godrej Agrovet Limited, Godrej Consumer Products Limited, and Godrej Properties Limited at that time. He has also stepped down as Chairperson and Non-Executive Director of Astec LifeSciences Limited, effective April 13, 2026.
Pirojsha Godrej has been named Chairperson Designate and will succeed Nadir Godrej as Chairperson of the Godrej Industries Group and Godrej Industries Limited effective August 14, 2026. He will continue to serve as Chairperson of Godrej Properties, Godrej Capital, and Godrej Ventures.
Burjis Godrej has been appointed Chairperson of Godrej Agrovet and will join the Board of Godrej Industries Limited as a Non-Executive Director from August 14, 2026. He has stepped down as Managing Director of Astec LifeSciences with immediate effect and will continue on its board as a Non-Executive Director.
Vishal Sharma, CEO of Godrej Chemicals, has been appointed Chairperson of Astec LifeSciences with immediate effect, while Arijit Mukherjee, currently COO of Astec LifeSciences, has been appointed Executive Director.
“It has been a privilege to serve the Godrej Industries Group over several decades and to work alongside exceptional colleagues who have built this institution with integrity and purpose. I am confident that the Group will continue to grow from strength to strength under the next generation of leadership, while remaining deeply anchored in its values.” — Nadir Godrej, Chairperson, Godrej Industries Group.
“This moment is both a responsibility and a privilege. We inherit a remarkable legacy built over generations, and our task now is to build on it with ambition while staying true to the values that define us.” — Pirojsha Godrej, Chairperson Designate, Godrej Industries Group.
“I am excited to take on this role at Godrej Agrovet and to build on the strong foundation that has been established. Our focus will be on building a stronger, more resilient Godrej Agrovet—driving sustainable growth while sharpening execution across our businesses.” — Burjis Godrej, Chairperson Designate, Godrej Agrovet.
