Amar Sinha’s potential exit from Radico Khaitan has triggered speculation in corporate circles, even as the company firmly denies any leadership change. Multiple industry sources indicate that the Chief Operating Officer may have expressed his intention to step down after nearly nine years at the spirits maker. However, both Sinha and the company’s top management have rejected claims of his resignation, calling them rumours.
The development, if confirmed, would mark a significant shift at one of India’s leading liquor manufacturers. As of now, no formal announcement has been made, and the situation remains fluid.
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Company Rejects Resignation Claims
When contacted regarding reports of Sinha’s possible departure, Radico Khaitan’s Managing Director Abhishek Khaitan categorically denied any such move. He stated that there has been no resignation or separation and reiterated that the company does not respond to market rumours as a matter of policy.
Despite the official denial, senior executives familiar with the matter suggest that internal discussions regarding leadership transitions may have taken place. According to sources, Sinha may have conveyed to the promoters his desire to move on, though the formal process may not have been initiated or publicly disclosed.
At senior executive levels, transitions are often handled discreetly to minimize disruption until decisions are finalized. There is also a possibility that the company could persuade Sinha to remain in his role.
Nearly a Decade at the Helm of Operations
Sinha joined Radico Khaitan as Chief Operating Officer in 2017 and is set to complete nine years with the company in March 2026. Over this period, he has played a key role in strengthening the company’s operational framework and driving its market strategy.
A seasoned sales and marketing professional with more than three decades of leadership experience, Sinha has worked across fast-moving consumer goods, alcoholic beverages, gaming and media sectors. Before joining Radico Khaitan, he served as Executive Director at Wave Group and held senior leadership positions at Whyte & Mackay India, Allied Blenders & Distillers (formerly BDA), Golden Tobacco and Playwin under the Zee Group, among others.
His tenure at Radico Khaitan has coincided with a phase of brand premiumisation and expansion in both domestic and international markets.
Strategic Implications for Radico Khaitan
While the company maintains that there is no change in leadership status, industry observers note that any departure at the COO level could lead to strategic realignments within the senior management team.
Founded in 1943 as Rampur Distillery, Radico Khaitan is among India’s oldest and largest manufacturers of Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL). Over the decades, the company has evolved from a bulk spirits supplier into a branded player with eight millionaire brands and more than fifteen organically developed labels in its portfolio.
For now, Amar Sinha’s potential exit from Radico Khaitan remains unconfirmed. Until an official communication is issued, the market will continue to watch developments closely.