#PRIYO CHITROSATHI NEWSđ
Kolkata, 14th December 2023 —
Emami Group, one of the leading diversifiedbusiness
conglomerates in India , proudly marks its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of
delivering happiness to the nation. The celebration reflects the remarkable journey of Emami from
a humble beginning of a personalcare product manufacturing company in the by-lanes of Kolkata to
a Rs 30,000 cr business conglomerate employing around 25,000 people across the world,
embodying the spirit of Indian entrepreneurship. The Emami Group was founded in the mid-70s in
Kolkata, West Bengal by two childhood friends Mr. RS Agarwal and Mr. RS Goenka, who embarked
on a courageous entrepreneurial journey that marked the inception of Emami.
With a 50-year history in background, Emami has
grown to be a trusted brand in India.Its journey is
marked by significant milestones and achievements,
reflecting qualities like Courage, Tenacity, Spirit of
Togetherness, Trust, and Care. Emami, known for
touching the lives of its consumers and spreading
happiness is well known for its Innovative,
Differentiated and Disruptive offerings. Present in 70
countries across SAARC, MENAP, SEA, Africa, Eastern
Europe, and the CIS countries, Emami is
acknowledged as a global brand with values rooted in India.
Established in 1974, Emami, under the visionary leadership of RS Agarwal and RS Goenka, started
with a modest capital. Thereafter, Emamias a brand has grown from strength to strength – a
journey that has been marked by pivotal landmarks - launch of flagship products like BoroPlus
(1982),Navratna (1989), and Fair and Handsome (2005).Noteworthy turning points encompass
acquisition of Zandu in 2008 and that of business of Kesh King in 2015. The philosophy of
"Innovision," where capabilities are driven through world-class innovation based on deep
consumer insight, has propelled Emami to its present stature. Further, the Group’s major business
decisions of diversification into businesses of edible oil and food, paper, pharma retail, leisure
retail, real estate, contemporary art and sports where it has etched its leading positions
successfully over the years, reflects its vision for growth. Emami’s evolution over time is also
exhibited through its business approach of being present in dynamic new age categories offering
high growth potential through strategic investments. The brand's resilience in the face of
challenges, its disruptive approach to business, and the tenacity with which it has pursued its goals exemplify the spirit of India entrepreneurship
On the occasion of completing 50 years,the Emami Group formallyunveiled a special Logo
showcasing the legendary founders and the Group’s vision - ‘Making Lives Happier’. As one of the
initiatives of this momentous occasion, the Emami Group has also commissioned a sculpture
titled'The Earth Keeper' at HIDCO ECO Park, Kolkata, representing the spirit of leadership, shared
identity, the environment and hope that resonates with what Emami stands for. Crafted by
renowned artist and sculptor Jagannath Panda, the bronze installation features a deer with a hoof
on a stack of books titled "Encyclopaedia of Desire," symbolizing human materialistic desires'
environmental cost. Birds on the antlers signify collective refuge-seeking, advocating unity in
addressing ecological challenges. Through commissioning of this unique artwork, the Group
endeavours to present the city a symbolic structure that adds value to its surroundings.
The event was graced by the august presence of Mr. Prosenjit Chatterjee, Actor, Mr. R S Goenka ,
Co-Founder and Jt. Chairman, Emami Group, Mr. Aditya Vardhan Agarwal, Director, Emami Group,
Mr. Mohan Goenka, Vice Chairman and Whole-time Director, Emami Limited and Ms. Richa
Agarwal, CEO- Emami Art and Chairperson, Kolkata Centre for Creativity.
Mr. Aditya V Agarwal and Mr. Mohan Goenka, Promoter Directors, Emami Group, said "We are
extremely proud to celebrate this landmark year of Emami. This achievement reflects our journey of
delivering happiness and consumer delight through our exceptional products and services. It also
highlights our commitment to India and its growth. We are grateful for the trust and support all our
stakeholders including customers, partners, and employees have placed on us over the years, and
we look forward to many more years of this home grown success story to continue. Our
commitment to deliver innovative and effective products at competitive prices has been a driving
force for Emami throughout its five-decades of journey.”
To celebrate its completion of 50 years milestone in 2024, the Group has planned many other
activities over the next few months. With the concept of protecting its legacy, the Group is setting
up aLegacy –cum- Experience Centre on the lines of a museum spread over 5,000 sq ft in Kolkata to
showcase its journey as an inspirational experience for the future. A Book on Emami will also be
published on this occasion. The Group will host other initiatives such as anArt camp and a Conclave
where the Group will felicitate people who have played a significant role in its journey. The
conclave will also host Talk Sessions by eminent speakers on the 50 year celebration theme –
‘Making Lives Happier’.
As Emami looks forward to many more years of delivering growth to the nation, it remains a
beacon of inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs and a symbol of the indomitable spirit of the
Indian business landscape.
0 Comments