Kalyan Jewellers Appoints Radhika Ramani and C.R. Rajagopal as Independent Directors

New Delhi: Leading jewellery retailer Kalyan Jewellers India Limited has strengthened its board with the appointment of Ms. Radhika Ramani and Mr. C.R. Rajagopal as Additional Directors (Non-Executive & Independent) for a term of five years.

The appointments, effective January 14, 2026, were approved by the company’s Board of Directors following recommendations from the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. Both directors will serve until January 13, 2031, subject to shareholder approval, and will not be liable to retire by rotation.

Strategic Strengthening of the Board

Ms. Radhika Ramani brings over 25 years of global experience in media, communications, and growth leadership. Currently serving as Global Head of Growth Operations at Dentsu, UK, she is known for driving transformation, building high-performance teams, and embedding data-led decision-making across large organizations. Her expertise spans media strategy, digital performance marketing, e-commerce, and stakeholder engagement.

Mr. C.R. Rajagopal, a Chartered Accountant with more than 35 years of professional experience, is a veteran in finance, private equity, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and governance. Formerly a partner at Deloitte Haskins & Sells LLP, he has advised numerous family-owned enterprises and played a pivotal role in transforming entrepreneurial ventures into globally competitive organizations.

Boost to Governance and Growth Vision

The dual appointments are expected to significantly enhance Kalyan Jewellers’ corporate governance framework and strategic oversight as the company continues to expand its retail footprint in India and international markets.

Industry observers view the move as a strong step toward reinforcing the company’s long-term growth strategy and institutional leadership.