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Reliance Consumer Products Acquires Manna Brand

Analysis based on 12 articles · First reported Feb 10, 2026 · Last updated Feb 10, 2026

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The acquisition by Godrej Consumer Products of Southern Health Foods Private Limited is expected to positively impact the consumer goods market, particularly the health food segment, by expanding the reach of the Manna brand. This move also signals continued consolidation and investment in the 'better-for-you' product category, as seen with Marico's acquisition of Kinkeshi, reflecting a broader consumer shift towards healthier diets.

Food & Beverages Consumer Goods

Godrej Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries, has acquired Southern Health Foods Private Limited, the company behind the Manna brand, for ₹156.42 crore in an all-cash deal. This acquisition, completed on February 9, 2026, makes Southern Health Foods Private Limited a wholly owned subsidiary of Godrej Consumer Products. The deal strengthens Godrej Consumer Products' foods and staples portfolio, adding scale in the fast-growing millet-based foods segment. G. Krishnakumar, Director of Godrej Consumer Products, stated that the acquisition will help serve consumers nutritious foods and expand Manna's presence nationally using Reliance's distribution and supply chain capabilities. This move aligns with a broader market trend of increasing demand for health-focused products, as evidenced by other recent investments in the sector, such as Marico's acquisition of Kinkeshi and The Whole Truth's funding round.

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Godrej Consumer Products acquired Southern Health Foods Private Limited, strengthening its health food portfolio and expanding its presence in the millet-based food segment.
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Southern Health Foods Private Limited was acquired by Godrej Consumer Products, allowing its Manna brand to expand nationally through Reliance's distribution network.
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Manna, the flagship brand of Southern Health Foods Private Limited, will benefit from national expansion through Godrej Consumer Products' distribution and supply chain capabilities.
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G. Krishnakumar, Director of Godrej Consumer Products, commented on the acquisition, highlighting its strategic importance for the company's health food portfolio.
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Marico's recent acquisition of a stake in Kinkeshi is mentioned as a comparable move in the health and wellness sector, indicating broader market trends.
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Kinkeshi was recently acquired by Marico, demonstrating the increasing investment activity in the health and wellness sector.
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The Whole Truth raised significant funding, indicating strong investor interest in clean-label brands within the health food market.
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The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change published a report on food systems in India, providing context for the broader shift towards healthier diets and increased scrutiny on packaged foods.
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