Rohan Mirchandani, co-founder of Epigamia, a top Greek yogurt brand in India, passed away at 42 due to a cardiac arrest. The confirmation came from Epigamia’s parent company, Drums Food International.
The executive team of Epigamia, headed by COO and founding member Ankur Goel alongside co-founder and director Uday Thakker, maintains control over the company’s daily operations with the complete backing of the board of directors, which includes Mirchandani’s family, Raj Mirchandani, Verlinvest, and DSG Consumer Partners, Drums Food International stated.
“All of us at the Epigamia family will deeply mourn this loss. Rohan was our mentor, friend, and leader. We remain steadfast in our determination to carry forward his dream with strength and vigor. Rohan’s vision and values will continue to guide us as we work together to honor the foundation he built and ensure that his dream continues to flourish,” Drums Food said in an official statement.
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The announcement also indicated that Epigamia’s day-to-day activities will henceforth be overseen by senior leaders Ankur Goel (COO and Founding Member) and Uday Thakker (Co-founder and Director), receiving complete backing from the Board of Directors, which comprises Rohan’s family, Raj Mirchandani, and significant investors, Verlinvest and DSG Consumer Partners.
“Rohan was our mentor, friend, and leader. We remain committed to carrying forward his vision,” Ankur Goel and Uday Thakker said in a statement.
Who was Rohan Mirchandani?
Mirchandani, an alumnus of NYU Stern and The Wharton School, established Drums Food International in 2013. Under his guidance, the company evolved from its original Hoki Poki ice cream line to Epigamia, a brand currently found in more than 20,000 retail locations across 30 cities.
The firm was additionally contemplating an expansion into the Middle East by 2025-26.
Mirchandani frequently discussed his drive to innovate within India’s FMCG industry, motivated by a lecture he attended in business school. His goals encompassed raising Epigamia’s revenue to Rs 250 crore by FY25 and enhancing the brand’s visibility in quick commerce channels.
His passing is one of several recent losses within India’s startup scene, which also includes Pepperfry co-founder Ambareesh Murty and Good Capital’s Rohan Malhotra.
