From IPO Prep To Omnichannel Wins: Shashwat Nigam To Lead Praxis Home Retail’s Transformation |

Updated: January 30, 2026 23:37

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Praxis Home Retail Ltd has appointed Shashwat Nigam as its Chief Executive Officer and additional director effective February 03, 2026, for a three-year term. Nigam, an ISB and IIT-BHU alumnus, brings 17 years of diverse leadership experience across pharma distribution, FMCG, supply chain, and consumer startups.

Praxis Home Retail Ltd has announced the appointment of Mr. Shashwat Nigam as Chief Executive Officer and additional director, effective February 03, 2026. His appointment is subject to shareholder approval and marks a significant leadership transition for the company.

Key Highlights Of Appointment:

Mr. Nigam will serve a three-year term as CEO and additional director.
He has no directorships in other listed entities.
There is no disclosure of relationship with other directors, ensuring independence in leadership.
He is not debarred from holding directorship by SEBI or any other authority.

Career Milestones And Expertise

Mr. Nigam has over 17 years of experience across pharma distribution, FMCG, supply chain, and consumer startups.
He previously led a ₹3,000 Cr pan-India retail distribution business at Entero Healthcare, achieving growth at twice the market rate, improving EBITDA, and preparing the company for IPO.
He has built ventures from scratch, including InDepot (backed by Livspace), and scaled Open Secret into a ₹50 Cr ARR omnichannel platform within months.
At Unilever, he spearheaded digital transformation in supply chain planning across Asia, delivered multi-million-dollar procurement savings, and led award-winning customer service initiatives in Modern Trade.

Strategic Strengths:

Mr. Nigam brings expertise in strategy, operations, category management, procurement, supply chain transformation, and digital innovation.
His leadership style combines startup agility with large-enterprise execution, positioning him to drive Praxis Home Retail’s next phase of growth.
He is an alumnus of ISB (Finance & Strategy) and IIT-BHU (Mechanical Engineering), reflecting strong academic and professional credentials.

Praxis Home Retail Ltd’s decision to appoint Mr. Nigam underscores its focus on strengthening leadership with a proven business strategist capable of navigating both traditional and digital retail landscapes.

Sources: Praxis Home Retail Ltd filing with BSE and NSE

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