Meet Patanjali's Visionary
Leadership. Steering the
Course to Well-being.
Patanjali's leadership team brings together a wealth of experience and dedication.
Our Board of Directors provide counsel and strategic direction Their commitment extends to
fostering social and environmental responsibility for a sustainable future.
Swami Ramdev ji, a yoga icon, isn't just a spiritual leader – he's a revolutionary force in wellness. His visionary approach and innovative spirit have inspired millions worldwide. Swamiji studied Sanskrit and Yoga and earned a postgraduate (Acharya) degree. He specialises in Sanskrit Vyakarana, Yoga, Darsana, Vedas and Upanishads.
Acharya Balkrishnaji, a Visionary Leader and Scholar, is the Founder- Secretary of Patanjali Yogpeeth Trust. A modern-day sage, he blends ancient Vedic wisdom with business acumen. Architect of Patanjali's success, Acharya Balkrishnaji is a scholar of Ayurveda, Sanskrit, and medicinal plants, leveraging his knowledge to empower global well-being.
A first-generation entrepreneur, Ram Bharat is a business leader who has transformed Patanjali Foods into a successful corporate He has a deep understanding of market trends and consumer preferences. He is a staunch believer in simple living and high thinking.
Dr. Girish Kumar Ahuja is a Chartered Accountant and academician, who brings to the table 52 years of consulting experience in international and domestic taxation, joint ventures, etc. He is an expert in Direct Taxes and has earned a Doctorate in Financial Sector Reforms - Capital Market Efficiency and portfolio Investment.
Dr. Tejendra Mohan Bhasin is the Chairman of the, Advisory Board for Banking and Financial Frauds (ABB&FF), constituted by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) in consultation with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He has a distinguished academic record, with many notable achievements and awards in his highly successful career.
Mrs. Justice (Retired) Gyan Sudha Misra is a former judge of the Supreme Court of India. She has also previously held the positions of Treasurer, Joint Secretary, and Member of the Executive Committee of the Supreme Court Bar Association – the premier association of lawyers in India.
Shri Durga Shanker Mishra superannuated on 30 June 2024, after serving as Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh. He belongs to 1984 batch of Indian Administrative Services (IAS) of Uttar Pradesh cadre. He has held several senior positions across both State and Central Governments. Mr. Mishra holds a B. Tech. in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kanpur, an MBA in International Business from the University of Western Sidney, Australia and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy from the International Institute of Social Studies, The Hague, Netherlands.
Mr. Baghrai Majhi was nominated by Life Insurance Corporation of India (“LIC”) on the Board of Directors of the Company. He is a Bachelor of Arts and Associate Member of Indian Institute of Insurance. He has held several senior positions during his tenure with LIC and superannuated on March 28, 2025 from the post of Zonal Manager (I/C), Central Zone, Bhopal (MP).
Our dedicated management team translates vision into action. They
our diverse global business, ensuring consistency and excellence.
Sanjeev Asthana, a titan of the Indian FMCG landscape, stands at the helm of Patanjali Foods. With over three decades of experience conquering challenges within food, agribusiness, and retail. Within three years, he guided Patanjali Foods from near-bankruptcy to a $3.8 billion success story. He has worked in organisations like at Cargill, Reliance Retail, and ITC.
Dr. Sanjeev Khanna, brings 30+ years of experience from industry leaders like Reliance Retail and ITC to Patanjali Foods, fueling our growth. An award winning leader with expertise in supply chain and strategy (recognised with awards like Lifetime Achievement Award in Supply Chain), leads a high-performing team of over 250 professionals.
As CFO, Kumar Rajesh leverages 26+ years of financial experience (Sahara, Anand Fibre, Patanjali Ayurved) to guide Patanjali Foods' financial strategy. A lauded Chartered Accountant, he leads 150+ team. His expertise ensures the company's financial strength and future prosperity.
Rakesh Sharma is a seasoned FMCG veteran with 26+ years of experience (Unilever, Inox). His strategic thinking, sales expertise, and brand-building skills have been helped Patanjali become a household name.
Ashish Acharya leverages 28 years of agri-business experience and leads the Soft Oils Trading Division. His skills and deep understanding of the international market have been instrumental in securing deals and ensuring a consistent supply of essential oils.
Ajay Malik, a sales & marketing veteran with 37 years in edible oils, leads the Oil division as VP. His expertise spans purchasing, sales, risk management, and supply chain. Over 20 years at Patanjali, Ajay's team has consistently outperformed the industry, making contributed in making Patanjali Foods as India's #2 branded edible oil player.
Sanjay Goyal, a veteran with 30 years of experience leads a 2,000-person team across oil, oleochemicals, and Guar gum plants as Vice President – Plant Operations. He has rich expertise in operations, production planning, and quality control.
With 30+ years of expertise, Mallesham Poola steers Patanjali's palm plantation business. He worked with 3F Oil Palm Agrotech and ITC in the past and excels in cultivation, processing, and marketing of Palm Oil. He leads over a 900 member team, across 12 states. Under his vision, Patanjali aims to expand Oil Palm plantations to over 500,000 hectares in the next five years, aligning with India's National Mission on Edible Oils- Oil Palm (NMEO-OP).
With 27+ years across Dabur, Asian Paints, and Jubilant, Amitabbh Singh leads Patanjali Foods Modern Trade & Enterprise Channels. His strategic vision and leadership guides a 400-member team, driving expansion across Modern Trade, CSD, CPC, Institutional, and HoReCa segments. Under his leadership the business in these channels has grown to over ₹400 crore.
With 27+ years in sales & marketing (RSIL, ADM Agro, Ruchi Soya Industries), Pawan Arora leads Patanjali Foods CBD Nutrela brand; a market leader. His expertise fuels Nutrela's expansion into new healthy and nutritious options, solidifying its leadership in the soya food industry.
Umang Marwah, with 30+ years in FMCG & biscuits leads sales, and brand development for the Biscuits & Confectioney division including the 'Doodh' Biscuit. He oversees more than 700 professionals and drives year-on-year sales growth, solidifying Patanjali Foods market share in the segment.
601, Part B-2,
Metro Tower 6th Floor,
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