Unnati Agri cofounder Ashok Prasad died on Monday, May 11, following sudden cardiac arrest. He co-founded the agritech in 2011 with Amit Sinha and previously held leadership roles at companies including Tata Teleservices, Paytm, and Nokia. Unnati said he helped shape growth, institutional capabilities, and long-term strategy. Earlier this year, the startup announced it was acquiring Gramophone.
Shiv Ratan Agarwal, the founder behind Bikaji Foods International, has died at 75. He played a key role in turning traditional Bikaneri snacks into the globally known Bikaji brand by pairing authentic taste with modern business practices. Bikaji says it will carry forward his legacy through continued growth and responsible operations.
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