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.
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.