Costa Coffee India’s CEO Kamaljit Singh Bedi resigns
The leadership exit marks Costa Coffee India’s third CEO change in under three years, raising questions about continuity.
INDIA – Costa Coffee India is preparing to begin the search for a new chief executive officer following the resignation of Kamaljit Singh Bedi, marking the brand’s third leadership transition in less than three years at its Indian operations.
Bedi’s resignation was disclosed by Devyani International under Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
In his resignation letter, Bedi said he intends to pursue opportunities outside the organisation. His resignation takes effect from the close of business hours on December 12, 2025.
“I hereby tender my resignation from the position of Chief Executive Officer – Costa Coffee and Airport Business,” Bedi wrote, adding that the decision was made after careful consideration and personal reflection. He expressed gratitude to colleagues for their trust and support during his tenure.
Bedi assumed the role in January 2025 following the resignation of his predecessor, Sreejit Nair, who stepped down in November 2024 citing personal reasons.
Prior to becoming CEO, Bedi served as Chief Executive Officer of Institutional Business and New Business Ventures at Devyani International.
During his time leading Costa Coffee India, Bedi focused on operational streamlining and portfolio optimisation as the brand sought to strengthen its position in India’s highly competitive café market, which includes both international chains and fast-growing domestic players.
However, the frequency of leadership changes has drawn attention from industry observers and employees, with concerns emerging around strategic continuity and long-term growth planning.
With Bedi’s exit, the company is expected to initiate a fresh search for a chief executive, although no interim leadership structure or appointment timeline has been announced so far.
Costa Coffee operates in more than 30 markets globally, with India identified as a key growth geography. In May 2025, the brand was named the fastest-growing under the Devyani International portfolio.
Costa Coffee’s global chief executive, Philippe Schaille, previously described India as a “top 20 market” for the brand and a critical component of its global expansion strategy.
Costa Coffee India currently operates more than 200 outlets nationwide and continues to expand at a pace of approximately 40 to 50 new store openings annually under the Devyani partnership.
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