Swiggy, the upcoming IPO-bound food delivery company, has announced the appointment of Anand Kripalu, a veteran in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, as its independent director and the chairperson of the Board of Directors. This strategic move is set to play a crucial role in guiding Swiggy through its continued innovation and redefinition of the on-demand delivery landscape in India.
An industry stalwart with nearly four decades of experience, Anand Kripalu currently serves as the Managing Director and Global Chief Executive Officer of EPL Ltd, formerly known as Essel Propack Limited, which stands as the world’s largest specialty packaging company. Prior to this, he held the position of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at Diageo India, a leading beverage alcohol company in India. Kripalu has also contributed his leadership skills to renowned organizations such as Mondelez International (formerly Cadbury) and Unilever.
Expressing his thoughts on the appointment, Sriharsha Majety, Group Chief Executive Officer of Swiggy, highlighted Kripalu’s valuable expertise, stating, “Anand (Kripalu) is a veteran in the consumer goods industry, and his deep knowledge and perspective will be instrumental in guiding Swiggy as we continue to innovate and redefine the on-demand delivery landscape in India.”
Anand Kripalu, speaking about his new role, acknowledged Swiggy’s transformative impact on food and grocery delivery in India, bringing unparalleled convenience to households across the nation. He expressed enthusiasm about contributing his extensive experience and perspective to Swiggy as the company shapes the future of convenience.
Educationally, Kripalu holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics from IIT, Madras, and an MBA from IIM, Calcutta. His commitment to continuous learning is evident in his completion of the Advanced Management Program at Wharton Business School. As Swiggy prepares for its IPO journey, the addition of Anand Kripalu to the leadership team is expected to bring strategic insights and industry wisdom to further enhance the company’s growth and influence in the evolving food delivery sector.
