Bata India Ltd
Bata India Limited is primarily involved in the creation and distribution of footwear and assorted accessories. The company conducts its business through both manufacturing and trading, reaching customers via an extensive network of retail outlets and wholesale channels throughout India and internationally. Its product range includes diverse footwear options for women, men, and children, alongside clothing and a variety of accessories such as belts, clutches, handbags, protective masks, and shoe care products. These items are sold predominantly under well-known brand names like Bata, Disney, Footin, Hush Puppies, Bata Comfit, Marie Claire, Naturalizer, North Star, Power, Scholl, CAT, Weinbrenner, and Bubblegummers. The firm maintains a significant retail presence with approximately 1,569 stores, a figure that includes franchisee-operated locations. Beyond its core activities, Bata India also participates in the general trade of apparel and footwear, as well as property leasing. Established in 1931, the company was formerly recognized as Bata Shoe Company Private Limited, changing its name to Bata India Limited in 1973. Headquartered in Gurugram, India, Bata India Limited operates as a subsidiary of Bata (BN) B.V.