Heritage Foods has been awarded the Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Corporate Governance 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD), India. The award was given after the company met all the requirements of the Golden Peacock Excellence Model and standards, demonstrating exemplary corporate governance practices. The prestigious recognition is a validation of Heritage Foods’ founding philosophy of conducting business with integrity and creating shared value for all stakeholders.
The company’s Vice Chairperson and Managing Director, Bhuvaneswari, stated that the award is a recognition of their corporate governance excellence and a validation of their commitment to transparency, ethical practices, and empowering farmers. She added that the award reinforces their belief that operating with a governance-first mindset and maintaining a moral compass leads to sustainable growth and stakeholder trust.
The Golden Peacock Awards, instituted in 1991, are regarded as the hallmark of corporate excellence worldwide. The award will be presented to Heritage Foods at a ceremony in London on November 4, 2025, during the IOD India’s 2025 Annual London Global Convention on Corporate Governance and Sustainability. This recognition enhances Heritage Foods’ brand image and employee morale, validating their commitment to ethical business practices and stakeholder value creation.
Heritage Foods has been built on the principles of transparency, ethical practices, and empowering farmers for over three decades. The company remains dedicated to its mission of delighting every home with fresh, healthy products while continuing to uplift the farming community. The award is a testament to the company’s position as a leader in corporate governance within India’s dairy and FMCG sector.
The Golden Peacock Award is one of the most respected business honors globally, with a transparent evaluation process and clear criteria. The award trophy and certificate will be presented to Heritage Foods at the ceremony, providing the company with a platform to showcase its innovative corporate governance initiatives to a global audience. Overall, the award is a significant recognition of Heritage Foods’ commitment to excellence in corporate governance and its dedication to creating value for all stakeholders.