Company Biography

The Aditya Birla Group is one of the largest conglomerates in India, with a presence in over 35 countries. Founded in 1857 by Seth Shiv Narayan Birla, the group has evolved from a small textile trading company to a diversified multinational corporation.

Key Milestones:

1857: Established as a small textile trading company in Pilani, Rajasthan

1919: Expansion into jute manufacturing under the leadership of Ghanshyam Das Birla

1945: Diversification into cement, chemicals, and aluminum under Kumar Mangalam Birla's grandfather, Aditya Vikram Birla

1995: Consolidation of the group's businesses under the Aditya Birla Group brand

2000s: Rapid global expansion, including acquisitions in the United States, Canada, and Europe

2020: Presence in over 35 countries with a workforce of over 140,000 employees

The Aditya Birla Group's core business divisions include:

Metals (Aluminum, Copper, Cement)

Textiles (Viscose, Acrylic, Cotton)

Chemicals (Fertilizers, Insulators, Specialty Chemicals)

Telecommunications (Idea Cellular)

Financial Services (ABCL, Birla Sun Life)

Retail (More, Pantaloons)

Under the leadership of Kumar Mangalam Birla, the current Chairman, the group has continued to diversify and expand its global footprint.