NSEChange in Director(s)18 Jun 2026 · 18 Jun 2026, 01:44 pm
Change in Director(s)
Bata India Limited · BATAINDIA
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Bata India Limited has announced the appointment of Sanjay S. Rao as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective August 24, 2026, replacing Gunjan Shah who will complete his five-year term on September 30, 2026.
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June 18, 2026
The Manager, CRD The Manager, Listing Department The Secretary
BSE Limited National Stock Exchange of India Limited The Calcutta Stock Exchange
P J Towers, Dalal Street, Fort, Exchange Plaza, 5th Floor, Limited
Mumbai - 400001 Plot No. C-1, Block G, BKC, Bandra (E), 7, Lyons Range,
Mumbai - 400051 Kolkata - 700001
BSE Security Code: 500043 NSE Symbol: BATAINDIA CSE Scrip Code: 10000003
Dear Sir/Madam,
Subject: Appointment of Director/KMP
The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Bata India Limited (the “Company”) at its meeting held today, i.e., June 18,
2026, which commenced at 12:30 P.M. (IST) and concluded at 1:30 P.M. (IST), based on the recommendation of the
Nomination and Remuneration Committee, has, inter alia, approved the following:
• Appointment of Mr. Sanjay S. Rao (DIN: 02743920) as a Whole-time Director, from August 24, 2026 to
September 30, 2026, subject to applicable regulatory and shareholders’ approvals.
• Appointment of Mr. Sanjay S. Rao as the Chief Executive Officer (KMP) in terms of Section 203 of the Companies
Act, 2013 (as amended), effective August 24, 2026 and designated as Whole-time Director and CEO.
• Appointment of Mr. Sanjay S. Rao as the Managing Director, from October 1, 2026 to August 23, 2031, subject
to applicable regulatory and shareholders’ approvals and designated as Managing Director and CEO, effective
October 1, 2026.
Further, pursuant to the Stock Exchange Circular dated June 20, 2018, regarding Enforcement of SEBI Orders regarding
appointment of Directors by Listed Companies, we specifically affirm that the aforesaid Director is not debarred from
holding the office of director by virtue of any SEBI order or any other such authority.
The details, pertaining to the aforesaid changes, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015 (as amended), read with the SEBI Master Circular No.
HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026, are provided as an Annexure I hereto.
Further, Mr. Gunjan Shah, Managing Director and CEO (KMP), shall complete his full term of 5 years, ending on
September 30, 2026. The Board placed on record its appreciation for the leadership and contribution of Mr. Gunjan
Shah. Further details will be disclosed, in due course, in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements.
A Press Release on the leadership transition, containing brief profile of Mr. Sanjay S. Rao, is appended as Annexure
II hereto. The above information shall also be made available on Company’s website www.bata.in
We request you to take the same on record.
Thanking You,
Yours faithfully,
For BATA INDIA LIMITED
NITIN BAGARIA
AVP - Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
BATA INDIA LIMITED
CIN: L19201WB1931PLC007261
Registered Office: 27B, Camac Street, 1st Floor, Kolkata-700016, West Bengal II Tel.: (033) 22895796
E-mail: in-customer.service@bata.com II Website: www.bata.in
Annexure I
Requisite Details in terms of the SEBI Master Circular No. SEBI Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-
POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026
Sl. Details of Information Mr. Sanjay S. Rao
required to be provided
1. Reason for change viz. Appointment
appointment, re-
appointment,
resignation, removal,
death or otherwise
2. Date of appointment / With effect from August 24, 2026, for a term as mentioned above.
re-appointment /
cessation (as applicable)
& term of appointment /
re-appointment
3. Brief Profile Enclosed as Annexure II
(in case of appointment)
By qualification, Mr. Sanjay S. Rao is an MBA from INSEAD, France &
Singapore, PGDM in Management TAPMI, India and BE – National
Institute of Engineering, Mysore, India.
4. Disclosure of Mr. Sanjay S. Rao is not related to any Director of the Company.
relationships between
directors (in case of
appointment of a
director)
BATA INDIA LIMITED
CIN: L19201WB1931PLC007261
Registered Office: 27B, Camac Street, 1st Floor, Kolkata-700016, West Bengal II Tel.: (033) 22895796
E-mail: in-customer.service@bata.com II Website: www.bata.in
PRESS RELEASE Annexure II
Bata India Announces Leadership Transition; Sanjay Rao
Appointed Managing Director & CEO to Lead Next Phase of
Growth
New Delhi, June 18, 2026: Bata India Limited today announced the appointment of Sanjay
Rao as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Bata India.
He succeeds Gunjan Shah, who will conclude his tenure upon completion of his five-year
mandate leading the business.
Mr. Rao brings more than two decades of retail and consumer leadership experience
across India, South Asia, China and Europe. He joins Bata India from Nike, where he most
recently served as Senior Director, Nike Retail, overseeing the France and Benelux
markets.
Prior to Nike, Mr. Rao spent several years with Inditex, where he played a pivotal role in
establishing Zara’s business in India through its joint venture with the Tata Group. He
subsequently held senior leadership positions across India, South Asia and China. Mr. Rao
has also served as Country Director for Guess in France and holds an MBA from INSEAD.
Commenting on the appointment, Panos Mytaros, Chief Executive Officer of Bata
Group, said: “India is one of Bata Group’s most important markets and one of our biggest
long-term growth opportunities. Bata India has a powerful brand, deep consumer trust,
strong foundations and significant room to grow. The next chapter must be about
becoming even closer to consumers, strengthening our relevance, responding faster to
trends and giving consumers the shoes they want for every part of their lives.
I would like to thank Gunjan for his leadership and contribution over the past five years.
He has helped strengthen the business and build a solid foundation for the future.
Sanjay brings deep retail and consumer experience, international perspective and a
strong understanding of the Indian market. He knows how to build businesses, develop
teams and create momentum. I am excited to welcome him to Bata and confident he is
the right leader to take Bata India forward into its next phase of accelerated growth.”
The Company and the Board of Directors expressed their appreciation to Gunjan Shah for
his leadership and contribution since joining Bata India.
Ashwani Windlass, Chairman of Bata India, said: “On behalf of the Board, I would like to
thank Gunjan for his leadership, commitment and contribution to Bata India. During his
tenure, he strengthened the business, elevated the consumer experience, drove
innovation and built a strong leadership team. His contribution has helped create a solid
foundation for the future, and we wish him every success in the next chapter of his career.
We are delighted to welcome Sanjay to Bata India. His versatile background, proven track
record and deep understanding of consumer and retail markets make him well suited to
lead the company into its next phase of growth, with a strong focus on consumer
relevance, product strength and long-term value creation.”
Further details regarding the transition will be disclosed in accordance with applicable
regulatory requirements.
Leadership Transition — Bata India
About Bata India
Bata India is one of India’s leading footwear companies and a trusted brand with a
heritage of more than 90 years. As part of the Bata Group, the Company serves millions of
consumers through an extensive network of stores, digital channels and wholesale
distribution across the country.
Bata India is focused on coming closer to consumers, strengthening its relevance,
elevating its brands, enhancing its product offering and delivering seamless experiences
across all channels. With a commitment to innovation, quality, comfort and accessibility,
Bata India continues to evolve with consumer needs and trends while building the future
of footwear retail in India.
For more information, visit Bata India.
Media contact: Communications@bata.com
Leadership Transition — Bata India