About Eveready Industries India Limited (EIIL)

Eveready Industries India Limited (EIIL), headquartered in Kolkata, is one of India’s most recognised consumer goods companies, incorporated in 1934. With a legacy spanning nearly a century, Eveready is synonymous with portable energy, flashlights, and lighting solutions, holding a leadership position in India’s dry cell battery market by volume.

The Company’s registered and corporate office is located at 2 Rainey Park, Kolkata – 700019. It operates 6 manufacturing plants and 4 offices across India, supported by an extensive distribution network that spans the nation and selected export markets.

In FY 2024–25, Eveready exported products to 7 countries, contributing 2.07% of its total turnover, while 97.93% of sales came from the domestic market. The Company employed approximately 1,953 permanent employees as of March 31, 2025.

Product Portfolio and Business Overview

Eveready’s product portfolio covers:

• Dry Cell Batteries: Including the Ultima, Ultima Pro, and traditional ranges. 
• Flashlights: Rechargeable and non-rechargeable torches designed for durability and performance. 
• Lighting and Electrical Products: LED bulbs, emergency LEDs, panels, luminaires, outdoor/industrial lighting, and electrical accessories. 

These products are sold through general trade, electrical outlets, modern retail, e-commerce, and quick commerce platforms, along with institutional channels for large-scale projects.

The Company’s operations are supported by two subsidiaries—one in India and one overseas—that handle trading and marketing within the group.

Business Segments and Revenue Mix

Geographic Revenue Split:

• Domestic: 97.93% 
• International (Exports): 2.07% 

Key Milestones and Achievements

• Maintained market leadership in dry cell batteries by volume in India. 
• Successfully revamped the Ultima alkaline range, emphasising performance and longevity. 
• Completed one year of SAP implementation, alongside Sales Force Automation (SFA) and Distribution Management System (DMS) rollouts, improving operational efficiency and real-time decision-making. 

Key Management

• Dr. Anand Chand Burman – Chairman, Non-Executive Director 
• Suvamoy Saha – Managing Director 
• Bibek Agarwala – Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer 
• Shampa Ghosh Ray – Company Secretary 

Latest Developments (FY 2024–25)

1. Strategic Capacity Expansion

Eveready announced a Rs 180 crore greenfield project in Jammu, set to be India’s first alkaline battery manufacturing facility.

• Planned capacity: 360 million units annually 
• Commissioning: End of FY 2025–26 
• Purpose: To expand the Ultima Pro and Ultima ranges, improve cost efficiencies, and eventually develop the site into a multi-product manufacturing hub. 

2. Product and Portfolio Enhancements

• Flashlights: Shifted focus to rechargeable, feature-rich models for enhanced safety and longevity. 
• Lighting and Electricals: Expanded portfolio with luminaires and electrical outlets, deepening reach through alternative sales channels. 

3. Institutional and Infrastructure Projects

• Secured participation in institutional lighting contracts, including projects for the Kumbh Mela and NHAI under the Eveready Lighting brand. 

4. Regulatory Tailwinds

• The new Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) mandate for flashlights is expected to curb substandard products from unorganised players, strengthening Eveready’s position in the organised market. 

5. Digital Transformation

• Completed one year of SAP implementation, with SFA and DMS integration leading to improved sales monitoring, analytics, and distribution efficiency.

Note: This profile is based on disclosures from Eveready Industries India Limited’s Annual Report for FY 2024–25 and other public filings.