BigBasket taps ex-Amazon exec Amit Nanda as CEO; founder Hari Menon shifts to board

Tata Digital-owned BigBasket has appointed former Amazon India executive Amit Nanda as chief executive, with co-founder Hari Menon moving to the board. The reshuffle comes as the 25-million-customer grocer—operating 900 dark stores across 60 cities—fights to defend share against Blinkit, Zepto and Swiggy Instamart in quick commerce.

— Source publishedTue, 16 Jun, 2026, 17:42 IST·First seen Tue, 16 Jun, 2026, 18:38 IST·Source ET Retail

What happened

Tata-owned BigBasket has named ex-Amazon India executive Amit Nanda as CEO, succeeding co-founder Hari Menon who moves to the board, as the quick commerce

Key facts

  • 25 million customers
  • 60 cities
  • 900 dark stores
  • 30,000 products

Why this matters

With Menon stepping back and an outsider taking charge, BigBasket's strategic posture is in flux—watch for partnership, M&A, or category expansion moves under Nanda's first 100 days.