Reliance Industries' FMCG arm to acquire Tamil Nadu's heritage nutrition brand UdhaiyamReliance Industries' FMCG arm to acquire Tamil Nadu's heritage nutrition brand Udhaiyam

Introduction

Leading FMCG company acquired a majority stake in Tamil Nadu’s heritage nutrition brand Udhaiyam, expanding its branded staples portfolio and strengthening presence in rice, spices, snacks, and idli batter categories.

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Share price movement of Reliance Industries

On December 19, 2025, Reliance Industries Ltd opened at ₹1,552.80, up 0.56% from its previous close of ₹1,544.35. The stock reached a high of ₹1,569.20 (1.58%) and a low of ₹1,551.05. By 10:20 AM, it traded at ₹1,564.95, a 1.33% increase, with a market cap of ₹21,19,049.89 crore.

RCPL Acquires Tamil Nadu’s Udhaiyam Brand

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited,  acquired a majority stake in Udhaiyams Agro Foods Private Limited, a heritage nutrition brand from Tamil Nadu, under a joint venture agreement with former owners.

RCPL now holds the majority, while Udhaiyams’ previous owners retain a minority stake. The acquisition strengthens RCPL’s branded staples portfolio and expands its presence in the FMCG sector.

Udhaiyam has over three decades of legacy and a strong market presence in Tamil Nadu. The brand operates in rice, spices, snacks, and idli batter, supported by a wide distribution network.

Stock performance of Reliance Industries for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year

Reliance Industries Ltd delivered a -0.78% return over the past week. The stock gained 5.33% in the past six months and rose 25.5% over the past year.

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Shareholding pattern of Reliance Industries

Particulars	Sep 2025	Jun 2025	Mar 2025
Promoter	50.00%	50.10%	50.10%
FII	18.70%	19.20%	19.10%
DII	20.40%	19.90%	19.50%
Public	10.90%	10.80%	11.30%

About Reliance Industries

Reliance Industries Ltd (NSE: RELIANCE) is a leading Indian conglomerate founded by Dhirubhai Ambani, managed by Mukesh Ambani, with diverse businesses and approximately 50% shareholding held by the Ambani family.

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