KHADIM India Limited was incorporated on 3rd December 1981 as a private limited company under the Companies Act, 1956, originally registered as ‘S. N. Footwear Industries Private Limited’. Initially engaged in wholesaling and distribution of branded basic utility footwear, the company entered retail in 1993, marking the beginning of its transformation into KHADIM—one of India’s popular fashion footwear brands.
Until FY 2024-25, the Company operated through two distinct business verticals—Retail and Distribution—each catering to its own customer base with dedicated sales channels and product ranges.
Recently, KHADIM undertook a transformative step by demerging its Distribution business and Manufacturing segment into KSR Footwear Limited. This strategic move was designed to sharpen operational focus, improve agility, and create greater value for shareholders.
With effect from 1st April 2025, following the demerger of the Distribution business, Retail continues as the Company’s primary growth driver.
Under the leadership of Mr. Siddhartha Roy Burman, Executive Chairman, and Mr. Rittick Roy Burman, Managing Director, KHADIM has expanded across East, South and other parts of the country. This extensive footprint positions the brand to tap into growing consumer demand across both established and emerging markets.
KHADIM is one of India’s largest branded footwear retailers by number of exclusive stores. The brand holds the leading position in East India and ranks among the top three players in South India.
At KHADIM, we understand the aspirations of value-conscious consumers and are committed to offering fashionable, durable footwear at prices that connect with India’s growing middle class. Guided by a family-first approach, our philosophy of ‘Affordable Fashion for Everyone’ drives us to deliver versatile styles that cater to every age, need, and occasion.
OUR MISSION
Ensuring customer delight and stakeholders return by delivering quality products at an affordable price
OUR VISION
To be one of the largest and successful affordable fashion footwear brands in India for the entire family for every occasion.
KHADIM began in the 1960s as a modest shoe store tucked away in the bustling lanes of Chitpur, Kolkata. What started as a humble retail outlet gradually evolved into one of India’s most recognized and beloved footwear brands of the new millennium. This journey—spanning over six decades—has shaped much of our philosophy, rooted in the real-world experiences of wholesale markets and the vibrant communities that once crowded our back-alley store.
Our deep connection with people—whether in manufacturing, selling, or buying shoes—continues to be the driving force behind our growth. Even today, we maintain strong, collaborative relationships with our partners across the supply chain, staying true to the values and work ethic that defined our early years.
With the shift in consumer behaviour and the advent of modern retail in the early 1990s, KHADIM adapted swiftly. We launched Exclusive Branded Outlets to connect directly with customers, embracing their feedback and tailoring our offerings in real time. This transition marked our emergence as not just a seller of shoes, but a curator of accessible fashion.
By the 2000s, in response to the growing demand for structured operations and nationwide reach, KHADIM evolved into a full-fledged corporate entity. We brought together key business functions—Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, HR, Brand Management, Legal, IT, Buying, Merchandising, and Manufacturing—under one cohesive framework to support our expanding footprint.
A defining milestone in FY 2025 was the strategic decision to demerge our distribution business, including the manufacturing division, into a separate entity: KSR Footwear Limited. By separating the retail and distribution verticals, we created two distinct, sector-focused entities, each benefiting from independent capital allocation, sharper governance, tailored strategies, and investor interest aligned with their growth trajectory.
Throughout, KHADIM has remained a unified team—working together, thinking collectively, and dreaming boldly.
Today, with exclusive retail stores across East, South and other parts of the country, we take pride in being a trusted footwear destination for families across India. Our mission remains unchanged: to deliver fashionable, comfortable footwear that’s truly accessible. At the heart of everything we do is a simple but powerful belief — “Affordable fashion for everyone.”
Founder's Story
Surprisingly and thankfully as well, several hands supported me in my maiden venture and I loved my business all the more.”
Late Shri S.P Roy Burman, also fondly remembered as ‘Barobabu’, was a visionary par excellence. His pioneering spirit that believed in blending ‘intelligence with imagination’ played a key role in carving the destiny of Khadim’s; a process of transformation of a tiny single-shop entity into a colossus in footwear retailing with more than 800 exclusive retail outlets across the country.
“More than being a manufacturer, I love to manufacture manufacturers.”
Late Shri Roy Burman was a father-figure for countless small shoe manufacturing entrepreneurs with his dynamic and insightful perception of technology as well as consumer psychology.
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From Executive Chairman’s Desk
“Retail is a very exciting journey, much like a well-made film, with fashion, people and product and it still excites me after all these years as it did in 1993.”
Since its inception, Khadim’s has followed a remarkably simple ideology: to make shoes that fit everyone, in style, quality and price. The philosophy behind our brand has remained unchanged over the years and is what has made Khadim’s what it is today; a people’s brand that delivers what it promises: fashion footwear that is not only affordable, but comfortable and lasting as well. We believe in offering the right products at the right price and this has earned us customer loyalty towards Khadim’s products. We continue to enjoy positive market feedback and that motivates us to do better. Khadim’s is the first of its kind, a home-grown, Indian family brand that caters to everyone in the family, from children to adults to seniors.
Read MoreKEY LEADERSHIP TEAM
Indrajit Chaudhuri, Group CFO
- Indrajit Chaudhuri has joined Khadim India Limited in May 2007.
- He has over 23 years of experience in Finance & Accounts, Taxation and Strategic Planning.He was previously associated with M/s P. G. Shah and Co., Chartered Accountants.
- He is responsible for the finance, accounts, taxation, treasury management and overall Financial Control. He is also responsible for the Legal & Secretarial, HRM and General Administration verticals.
- Additionally, he also looks after and heads the entire Finance Division of the “Khadim Group”.
- He is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and also holds a master’s degree in commerce from the University of Calcutta.
Abhijit Dan, Group CS & Head – Legal
- Abhijit Dan has joined Khadim India Limited in May 2015.
- He has over 23 years of experience in secretarial and legal affairs. Before joining the Company, he was associated with MCPI Private Limited (Formerly, Mitsubishi Chemical Corp. PTA India Private Limited), Emami Realty Limited (Formerly, Emami Infrastructure Limited) and Burnpur Cement Limited.
- He is responsible for the overall secretarial and legal functions of the Company.
- Additionally, he also looks after and heads the entire Secretarial Division of the “Khadim Group”.
- He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from the University of Calcutta. He is an Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India and also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Law.
Aranya Ray, GM - Supply Chain Management
- Aranya Ray has joined Khadim India Limited in August 2005
- He has over 24 years of experience in supply chain, buying and merchandising. He has previously worked with ICI India Limited and ITC Limited.
- He is responsible for supply chain, logistics, procurement and merchandising in the Company.
- He holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Sikkim Manipal University and a Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc. - Physics) from the University of Calcutta.
Kaushik Dutta, AGM - AGM Sales
- Kaushik Dutta has joined Khadim India Limited in March 2007.
- He has over 20 years of experience in the field of retail sales & marketing within the footwear domain. He was previously associated with Pantaloons Retail India Ltd.
- He leads the Franchise (EBO / BO) Retail vertical as well as the E-commerce business of the Company.
- He has done PGCBM diploma from XLRI Jamshedpur and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Science from the University of Calcutta.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Siddhartha Roy Burman Executive Chairman
- Mr. Siddhartha Roy Burman is one of the Promoter of the Company.
- He has been associated with the Company since its incorporation and has over 42 years of experience in the footwear industry. He is at the helm of overall strategic decision-making of the Company and provides leadership to all operations.
- He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from the University of Calcutta.
- Other Directorships:
| Sl. No. | Name of the body corporate | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Khadim Development Company Private Limited | Director |
| 2. | Sheila Departmental Store Private Limited | Director |
| 3. | Khadim Estate Advisors Private Limited | Director |
Rittick Roy Burman Managing Director
- Mr. Rittick Roy Burman is a member of Promoter Group of the Company.
- He has been appointed as a Managing Director with effect from April 2025
- Prior to his appointment as a Managing Director, he served the Company as a Whole-time Director since November 2019.
- Earlier to his appointment as a Whole-time Director, he held various roles within the organisation for a tenure of three years. Notably, he served as the Head –Merchandising & New Initiatives, overseeing the long-term strategy of the organisation and driving new ventures and initiatives. His diverse experience across different departments has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of the business.
- He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from the University of Calcutta. He is also a Management Graduate from University of California, Berkeley.
- Other Directorships:
| Sl. No. | Name of the body corporate | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Khadim Estate Advisors Private Limited | Director |
| 2. | Storyscope Films Private Limited | Director |
| 3. | KSR Footwear Limited | Director |
| 4. | Khadim Shoe Bangladesh Limited | Nominee Director of Khadim India Limited |
Surabhi Banerjee Independent Director
- She joined the Company as an Independent Director in May 2017.
- She has 38 years of experience as an academician. Prior to joining our Company, she was associated as Vice Chancellor with the Central University of Orissa, University of Gour Banga and Netaji Subhas State Open University.
- She holds a Master’s Degree in Arts from the University of Leeds and a Doctorate in English from the University of Calcutta.
- Other Directorships: None
Alok Chauthmal Churiwala Independent Director
- He joined the Company as an Independent Director in May 2018.
- He is a third generation stockbroker and an angel investor with a rich experience of over 27 years in the Indian Capital Markets. As the driving force behind, Churiwala Securities Private Limited (CSPL), his focus and vision enabled the company to establish itself as a prominent and respected player in the industry. He has been instrumental in starting the CDSL and NSE operations of the Churiwala Group. He also played a key role for the CSPL’s tie up with Larsen & Toubro and Trade.com for their Internet venture (Lttrade.com).
- He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce from H.R. College of Commerce & Economics, Mumbai. He also holds a Diploma in Securities Law from the Government Law College, Mumbai and he has completed executive learning programmes from IIM, Ahmedabad & Indian School of Business, Hyderabad.
- Other Directorships:
| Sl. No. | Name of the body corporate | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Churiwala Securities Private Limited | Managing Director |
| 2. | Churiwala Holdings and Finance Private Limited | Director |
Ritoban Roy Burman Non-Executive Non-Independent Director
- He was appointed as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of the Company in December 2017.
- He joined the Company in 2013 as Manager-Marketing and served in this capacity till November 2017. During this period, he gained good exposure in various aspects of footwear marketing. Since then, he has been an integral part of our organisation, contributing his valuable expertise across different facets of the business.
- He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata.
- Other Directorships:
| Sl. No. | Name of the body corporate | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Storyscope Films Private Limited | Whole-time Director |
| 2. | KSR Footwear Limited | Director |
Upama Mukherjee Independent Director
- She has been re-designated as an Independent Director of the Company for a term of 5 (Five) consecutive years commencing from April 01, 2025
- She is a Practicing Chartered Accountant.
- Before stepping into independent practice, in her illustrious career of over 36 years in audit and other allied functions, she was associated with Deloitte Haskins & Sells, Chartered Accountants, for last 19 years and retired as Director in April 2024. Prior to that, she was associated with Lovelock & Lewes (a network firm of PwC), Chartered Accountants, for 15 years.
- In a varied and distinguished career, she specializes in statutory audit and various other audits, internal control evaluation and process review & other financial assurance matters.
- She is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce from the University of Calcutta.
- Other Directorships: None
BHARAT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2002
BEST COLLECTION SHOES & LEATHER ITEMS SHOWROOM 2002
REGIONAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS2013
BENGAL'S BEST IN FOOTWEAR - BRANDWATCH BENGAL 2011
MOST ADMIRED FOOTWEAR RETAILER FROM EAST INDIA2011
MOST ADMIRED FOOTWEAR RETAILER FROM EAST INDIA 2012
MIRCHI BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARD 2012
Most Attractive Footwear Retail Brand 2013
Most Admired Retailer of the Year (East) 2014
Most Preferred Footwear Brand 2015
MORE AWARDS
- 3rd Most Trusted Footwear Brand in India, 2011
The Brand Trust Report, India Study, 2011 declared Khadim's the 3rd most trusted footwear brand in India, the first two being Bata and Paragon, respectively. Khadim's was ranked 79 in the East Zone, and 237 in India in the All India Brand Trust Ranking of Top 300 brands of India across different sectors. The Brand Trust Report, India Study, 2011 is published by Trust Research Advisory (TRA). The book is a result of a syndicated primary research on Brand Trust that generated 10,00,000 data points and 16,000 unique brands from over 10,000 hours of fieldwork conducted across 2310 corporate respondents in 9 cities. TRA's study partners in this research were Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and eNxt Financials, a Tata Enterprise.
- Most Attractive Footwear Retail Brand, 2013
Khadim's won the Most Attractive Footwear Retail Brand Award in 2013