Nikhil Upadhye appointed as MD for Benetton India
By Retail4Growth Bureau | October 17, 2025
Nikhil, who takes over from Ramprasad Sridharan, has previously worked with Idea Cellular, Reebok, Tata Wolverine, Welspun UK, Jio before joining Benetton in 2017 in his first stint with the company
Benetton Group has appointed Nikhil Upadhye as its new Managing Director for India. He will take over from Ramprasad Sridharan who is leaving Benetton India for a new professional opportunity.
Nikhil will take charge from 16th October 2025. Nikhil had previously served as the Commercial Director in Benetton India till February 2025.
Nikhil has previously worked with Idea Cellular, Reebok, Tata Wolverine, Welspun UK, Jio before joining Benetton in 2017 in his first stint with the company.
“A Sloan Fellow from London Business School and an alumnus of IMT Ghaziabad, he brings in over 2 decades of experience across the Sports, Footwear and Fashion Industry,” Benetton said in a statement.
Thanking the outgoing MD, Benetton said “Ram has provided valuable leadership to the company post COVID-19. During this period, the brand consolidated its position and grew its market position through a multi-channel approach, effective product offering and enhanced communication approach.
“India continues to be a key market for Benetton where we have been present since 1992. We look forward to ushering in a new era of growth for Benetton in India,” the statement added.
