Reliance Consumer Products Strengthens Portfolio with Acquisition of ‘Udhaiyam’

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the consumer goods arm of Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in Udhaiyam Agro Foods Private Limited.  

The acquisition was announced on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The deal brings the Tamil Nadu–based nutrition and staples brand Udhaiyam into RCPL’s FMCG business. The value of the transaction was not disclosed. 

Under the joint venture structure, RCPL will hold a controlling stake in the company, while Udhaiyam’s existing promoters will retain a minority shareholding. The company said the arrangement allows the current promoters to continue their association with the business. 

Profile of Udhaiyam 

Udhaiyam Agro Foods has been operating for more than 30 years and has an established presence in Tamil Nadu. The brand is known for packaged staple food products and daily-use items sold across the state. 

Its product portfolio includes rice, pulses, spices, refined sugar, refined edible oils, snacks and idli batter. Over the years, the company has built a distribution network covering urban and semi-urban markets in Tamil Nadu, with a focus on packaged staples. 

Promoters to Retain Minority Stake 

The promoters of Udhaiyam Agro Foods, S Sudhakar and S Dinakar, will continue to hold a minority stake following the transaction. Both promoters will remain involved in the business, according to the official release. 

Sudhakar and Dinakar have over three decades of experience in the staples segment. They have been associated with the company’s operations since its early years and have overseen the growth of its packaged food and pulses business. 

Plans After the Deal 

Following the acquisition, RCPL will lead Udhaiyam’s expansion plans. The company intends to increase the availability of Udhaiyam’s products outside Tamil Nadu and distribute them across other parts of the country. 

RCPL said the acquisition fits into its ongoing efforts to expand its branded staples portfolio and work with established Indian food brands with a long operating history. 

Reliance Industries Share Price Performance  

As of December 19, 2025, 9:46 am, Reliance Industries share price was trading at ₹1,566.70, a 1.44% increase from the previous closing price. 

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Conclusion 

The acquisition places a long-standing regional staples brand under RCPL’s control, while allowing existing promoters to remain involved as the company prepares for wider market reach. 

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