Hari Menon steps down as BigBasket CEO

Tata-owned BigBasket cofounder Hari Menon has stepped down as chief executive of the e-grocery firm, the company announced on Tuesday.

Amazon veteran Amit Nanda, director of selling partner services at the ecommerce major, will take over as CEO.ET had first reported in September 2025 that Menon’s tenure was nearing completion following Tata’s acquisition of the Bengaluru-based company in 2021, as he began charting succession plans.“Having built BigBasket from its inception to its current position as one of India’s most trusted consumer platforms, I am delighted to welcome Amit as CEO.

His deep understanding of consumers, strong track record of building and scaling businesses, and extensive experience across e-commerce and consumer sectors make him uniquely positioned to lead BigBasket for its journey ahead,” Menon said.As CEO, Nanda will lead BigBasket’s next phase of growth, strengthening its position in quick commerce and accelerating innovation across its businesses.“Combining BigBasket’s customer-first values with the trusted legacy of the Tata Group creates a strong foundation for the future.

I look forward to partnering closely with Hari and the entire leadership team to drive our shared vision and capture the massive growth opportunities before us,” Nanda said. ...