Leadership Shift: Harsh Agarwal Takes Over as CEO at Gini & Jony

Suditi Industries Ltd. has announced the appointment of Harsh Agarwal as the new Chief Executive Officer of its flagship kidswear brand Gini & Jony, following a formal board approval. The appointment has also been disclosed to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).

This leadership transition marks a significant turning point for the 45-year-old brand as it sets its sights on revitalized innovation, broader market reach, and stronger consumer connection. Agarwal assumes the role from Prakash Lakhani, the brand’s founder and long-standing CEO, who will now transition into a mentorship position within the organisation.

“The needs of India’s children and parents in this space remain largely unmet. There is a significant opportunity to create entirely new experiences. We aim to spearhead this evolution, not just through our products, but through imagination and innovative solutions. We are re-evaluating established industry practices, shedding outdated biases, and fostering the development of contemporary retail solutions. The market is rapidly changing, and our goal is to lead that change, not simply react to it,” commented Harsh Agarwal, CEO, Gini & Jony.

In addition to his new role at Gini & Jony, Agarwal will continue to serve in a strategic leadership role at Suditi Industries, supporting the company’s broader transformation from a manufacturing-led business model to a retail-driven, consumer-focused enterprise.

“Building Gini & Jony over the past four decades has been an incredibly fulfilling journey. I am immensely proud to now pass the leadership to Agarwal, who brings both fresh perspectives and a profound respect for the brand’s heritage. I have complete confidence in his ability to lead Gini & Jony into an exciting future characterized by innovation, integrity, and genuine care,” said Lakhani.

Founded in Mumbai in 1991, Suditi Industries Ltd. operates as a vertically integrated fashion house, managing all aspects of its production cycle—from textile processing to finished apparel. Since entering retail in 2010, the company has expanded its brand portfolio with owned labels such as YouWeCan (YWC), Nush, and IndianInk, and maintains licensing agreements with several international sportswear brands. Its retail footprint currently spans over 300 stores across 72 Indian cities.