the journey
Hover on the milestones to know about the
incredible journey of Gulab Oils-
humble beginnings in Mangrol
The first step of the company was set way back in 1966 with an Oil Mill in a small town of Gujarat called ‘Mangrol’. The Mill catered to the local demand of Groundnut Oil.
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inception of brand ‘gulab’
The edible oil consumption was rapidly shifting from unorganised to organised markets. And to cater those demands, our first-generation visionary Shri Mukesh Nathwani introduced ‘Gulab Oils’ as a brand in the year 1992.
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Setting base in Ahmedabad
To meet the rising demand of Filtered Groundnut Oil in Northern Gujarat, a packaging unit was set up in Ahmedabad, the biggest city of the state.
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Dedicated Cottonseed Refinery
Along with Groundnut Oil, Gulab Oils became the trusted choice for other edible oils as well. And hence a refinery was set up in Kadi, Gujarat dedicated to Cottonseed.
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Going big with Mumbai Unit
It was now time for the brand to step out of the home state and expand the in neighbouring states. So, a unit was set up in the Mumbai to cater the people of Maharashtra.
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Expansion in Rajkot
By 21st century, Gulab Oils already offered a bouquet of pure edible oils. Hence, a secondary unit was set up in the city of Rajkot to serve the people of Saurashtra.
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Launch of REWYND
In 2017, the group diversified into healthy snacking category with the brand ‘REWYND’. It offers a wide range of flavoured Peanuts, Chana, Cashews, Almonds and Chikki.
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Launch of GULAB GOODNESS
A dedicated brand for cold pressed oil was launched in the year 2019 by the name, ‘Gulab Goodness’. An instant hit, the brand extracts oils using the age-old Indian wisdom and offers variety of products.
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Launch of TRUE STORY
With an intention to revive the notion that F in ‘Food’ stands for Fit. True Story- a brand that offers organic cereals, pulses, rice, flour, sugar, and spices was launched in 2022.
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Mangrol Oil Mill - 1992Inception Year of
Brand GULAB - 19961st Packaging Unit
in Ahmedababd - 20131st Cottonseed
Refinery of GULAB - 20114th Packaging Unit
of Gulab Mumbai - 2001Rajkot Oil Mill &
Packaging Unit - 2017Launch of
REWYND - 2019Launch of
GOODNESS - 2022Launch of
TRUESTORY
Mukesh Nathwani
Mukesh Nathwani, the man behind the brand, is Chairman and Managing Director at Gulab Oils. He is the first-generation leader who established the company not with an intention to make profits but to make a difference. His resolve to provide honest products along with his customer-centric approach laid a strong foundation for the company that guides us even today. Such genuine approach won hearts of millions of consumers which resulted in massive growth of the company.
Today, with his vision and character, the company has been identified as one of the most trusted food companies in India. He, even today pays utmost importance to customer feedback and keeps evolving with latest industry trends and business dynamics. His mentorship to associated family and team members prove meaningful in preserving the ethos of the company!
DISHIT NATHWANI
Dishit Nathwani, the true fit entrepreneur, is Director at Gulab Oils by profession and fitness enthusiast by passion. His modern take on issues has immensely benefited the company and has resulted in exponential sales growth in last few years. A hardcore believer in 'The business of business is people', he has disrupted the processes and working at the company. With his energy and tech-driven approach, Gulab Oils has been able to unlock various growth platforms which has turned the brand global.
Along with that, he has successfully diversified into cold pressed oils and organic food products. Such launches clubbed with his entrepreneurial spirit, make him more of a founder and less of a successor. He is on a mission to uplift the lifestyles of people by providing clean and healthy products.
