What we do Shanti Guru Industries Limited operates in processed foods retail, running stores in Chennai, and plans to expand into manufacturing soya chunks and vermicelli. |
Founded in 2,010 |
Market share A growing local player with two retail stores, planning to increase market footprint via new manufacturing facilities. |
Problem solved Providing convenient processed food products through retail outlets addressing urban consumption needs. |
Top clients or who we serve Serves retail customers in Chennai through B2C retail stores. |
Key management Sarthak Sanghvi (Whole-Time Director) and Sarika SSangavi (Director) lead the company. |
Our journey and innovations Started retail in 2010, acquired stores in 2011, raised IPO funds in 2012, and is setting up food processing manufacturing. |
Where we operate Operates primarily in Chennai with plans for facility expansion in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district. |
Top products or what we offer Processed foods through retail stores; soon launching manufactured products like soya chunks and vermicelli. |
Top brands - |
Raw materials needed Raw materials for food processing include soya, grains, and related food ingredients. |
Raw materials supplier - |
Recurring vs cyclical contribution Revenue primarily from retail sales; future manufacturing may add to recurring product sales. |
Our industry position Emerging player in Chennai's processed foods retail with plans for product diversification via manufacturing. |
Financial highlights FY 2024-25 revenue was Rs 12.2 crore with a loss of Rs 16.37 lakh; plans to improve via new facility and asset sale. |
Geographical revenue split Revenue mainly from Chennai and local Tamil Nadu region. |
Order book - |
Whats driving growth Expansion into manufacturing food products and leveraging existing retail footprint for market growth. |
Our future plans Establish manufacturing in Krishnagiri for soya chunks and vermicelli; sell land assets to strengthen working capital. |
Our green promise - |
Our people and values Board includes experienced directors focused on governance; company emphasizes compliance and stakeholder engagement. |
Key challenges ahead Overcoming losses, competitive retail landscape, and establishing manufacturing operations successfully. |
Interesting facts Transitioned from retail-only to adding a manufacturing business within 15 years of inception. |
Risks and strategy Financial losses and compliance challenges mitigated by diversification strategy and board oversight. |
