April 13 (Reuters) - India's Godrej Industries said on Monday its chairperson, Nadir Godrej, will retire in August 2026 and assume the role of chairman emeritus, as part of several planned leadership

Godrej Seeds and Genetics Ltd has acquired three floors in Godrej One, Vikhroli, for Rs 366 crore. This intra-group consolidation of 70,361 sq ft of office space highlights a trend of corporates optimizing real estate for long-term efficiency. The deal underscores Vikhroli's growing prominence as a business hub.

Godrej Seeds and Genetics Ltd has purchased office space across three floors in Vikhroli's Godrej One tower. The deal totals Rs 366 crore for over 70,000 sq ft. This intra-group transaction signifies a consolidation of real estate assets. The acquisition highlights a trend of large corporations centralizing office ownership. Vikhroli is a growing office hub in Mumbai's eastern corridor.

New Delhi [India], March 2: Garuda Aerospace has successfully completed drone inspection projects for the Godrej Group, including Godrej Consumer Products Ltd, Godrej Agrovet Ltd, Godrej Tyson Foods Ltd, and Godrej Industries, across multiple states such as Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Assam, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Tamil Nadu, and others. The inspections included chimney and stack assessments, ultrasonic thickness (UT) testing, visual and thermal inspections and large-scale sanitization operations, leveraging drone technology to ensure safety, precision, and efficiency even in challenging environments.

Godrej Industries is proposing an extension for its chairman and managing director, Nadir Godrej. This move precedes a leadership transition to Pirojsha Godrej in August. The company seeks shareholder approval for this temporary reappointment. This marks a significant generational shift for the established Indian business group. Pirojsha Godrej is set to lead the group's future growth initiatives.

As India’s manufacturers, energy majors and infrastructure leaders accelerate digital adoption, the focus is shifting from pilots to real impact. Leaders from Godrej Industries, KPMG and IndianOil Adani Ventures unpack how virtual twins, AI and data are reshaping productivity, safety and competitiveness.

Godrej Industries is actively seeking acquisitions in consumer goods and animal feed sectors, despite high valuations for young companies. Group chair Nadir Godrej highlighted India's strong growth as a driver for these elevated valuations. The conglomerate's food and agri business, Godrej Agrovet, is also exploring opportunities in the animal feed category.

World Economic Forum 2026: Godrej Industries is on the lookout for strategic acquisitions within the consumer goods and animal nutrition sectors. This Indian titan remains undeterred by the sky-high valuations of emerging startups. Recently, Godrej Consumer Products added a men’s grooming line to its portfolio. Meanwhile, the group's food and agribusiness arm is on a quest to tap into the animal feed market.

Schneider Electric India announced a Rs 623 crore investment to expand its Telangana facilities, boosting manufacturing for electrical safety products. Discussions also explored energy transition and grid modernization collaborations. Separately, Godrej Industries considered a Rs 150 crore investment for its Hyderabad dairy plant expansion and potential AI integration in oil palm agriculture.