New Delhi: Suditi Industries has appointed Harsh Agarwal as the chief executive officer of its renowned kidswear brand, Gini & Jony, succeeding Prakash Lakhani, founder and former CEO. This internal decision received Board approval, and formal notification has been submitted to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
Emphasizing the deep roots of Gini & Jony in Indian retail history, Agarwal said, “This is a 45-year-old brand with significant generational goodwill. Our core values of bringing joy to mothers and children will always be central to our identity.”
Agarwal will continue to contribute in a strategic leadership capacity at Suditi Industries, playing a role in the group’s overarching transformation from a manufacturing-centric organization to a modern, consumer-focused retail entity.
“We are re-evaluating established industry practices, shedding outdated biases, and fostering the development of contemporary retail solutions.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,” Agarwal said.
While Lakhani, who is the founder of the brand will now transition into a mentorship role within the organization. “Gini & Jony is not just a brand he built — it is his DNA. You cannot separate the two,” Harsh said. “His legacy will continue to guide us as we build on the foundation he created.”
On Agarwal’s appointment, Lakhani commented, “I have complete confidence in his ability to lead Gini & Jony into an exciting future characterized by innovation, integrity, and genuine care.”
