Reliance Consumer Products Acquires ‘Manna’ Brand

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in Tamil Nadu-based Southern Health Foods Private Limited, the company behind the well-known health foods brand Manna. The acquisition further strengthens RCPL’s presence in the fast-growing health and staples food segment.

RCPL Takes Majority Stake in Southern Health Foods

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, has acquired Southern Health Foods Private Limited, a leading health foods manufacturer based in Tamil Nadu. The company owns the flagship brand Manna.

In a filing to the BSE, Reliance stated that Southern Health Foods has been a leading manufacturer in the healthy foods business for more than two decades. RCPL announced the purchase of a majority stake in Southern Health Foods Private Limited.

Under the joint venture structure, RCPL will hold the controlling stake, while the existing promoters will retain a minority stake. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed.

Strengthening the Staples and Foods Portfolio

In its BSE exchange filing, Reliance said that the addition of Manna has further strengthened RCPL’s foods and staples portfolio, which already includes brands such as Udhayam, Independence, and SiL.

The acquisition helps RCPL build a strong business vertical in the rapidly growing millet-based foods segment. It also reinforces the company’s commitment to its core philosophy of delivering “global quality at affordable prices” to millions of consumers across India.

Alongside portfolio expansion, RCPL aims to establish a strong presence in the health foods category nationwide.

Management Commentary on the Manna Acquisition

Commenting on the development, T. Krishnakumar, Director at Reliance Consumer Products Limited, said:

“Manna is one of the most trusted names in the health-focused foods market in Tamil Nadu, with a strong presence in neighbouring states as well. It is known for its millet-based staples and mixes, drinks, and baby food offerings. In addition to strengthening RCPL’s packaged foods portfolio, the inclusion of Manna will help us serve the best nutritious food to consumers.”

RCPL’s Earlier Acquisition of Udhayam Agro Foods

According to reports, around three months ago, Reliance Consumer Products Limited announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Udhayam Agro Foods Private Limited, another Tamil Nadu-based company.

As with the Manna transaction, RCPL holds the controlling stake in the joint venture, while the existing promoters continue with a minority stake.

About Udhayam Agro Foods

Udhayam Agro Foods is a 30-year-old Chennai-based company with a business size of approximately ₹668 crore. The company has a strong presence across:

• Staples such as rice and pulses

• Spices

• Snacks

• Ready-to-cook breakfast mixes, including idli batter

Udhayam enjoys deep distribution networks in Tamil Nadu and neighbouring markets and competes with established players such as Tata Consumer, iD Fresh, and MTR.

RCPL Director T. Krishnakumar said:

“Udhayam is a brand that needs no introduction. It has been offering healthy food choices for decades.”