These brands in India are over 100 years old
New Delhi : In an ever-changing business landscape, only a select few brands have managed to withstand the test of time. These enduring companies have not only survived but flourished for over a century, adapting to evolving markets and shifting consumer preferences. Here’s a look at seven iconic brands that have remained relevant and successful for more than 100 years.
Wadia Group, one of India’s oldest conglomerates, has a presence across diverse industries such as FMCG, textiles, real estate, chemicals, and food processing. According to its official website, four of its companies are listed on Indian stock exchanges. These include Britannia, a 102-year-old FMCG giant listed on the Nifty 50 index; Bombay Burmah, a 150-year-old firm engaged in tea and other sectors; Bombay Dyeing, a 140-year-old player in textiles and real estate; and NPL, a manufacturer of hydrogen peroxide.
Procter & Gamble (P&G), established in 1837, has become a cornerstone of the global consumer goods industry. With iconic products like Tide, Pampers, and Gillette, the brand has consistently set industry standards for quality and innovation.
The Aditya Birla Group traces its roots back to 1857, when Seth Shiv Narayan Birla began trading cotton in the desert town of Pilani, Rajasthan. The Group rapidly grew during India’s turbulent 1850s and later, under the leadership of Ghanshyam Das Birla, expanded into key sectors like textiles, aluminium, cement, and chemicals. Pilani remains a symbolic part of the Group's history, also housing the renowned Birla Institute of Technology and Science since 1964.
In 1868, Jamsetji Tata launched a trading enterprise with a modest capital of Rs 21,000 — the humble beginnings of what would evolve into the Tata Group, one of India’s most respected conglomerates.
Originally established in 1865 in Finland, Nokia started as a paper and rubber company and evolved into a telecommunications powerhouse, redefining global mobile communication.
Founded in 1886, Coca-Cola grew into a worldwide symbol of refreshment, becoming one of the most recognizable brands across generations.
Thomas Cook, founded in 1881, revolutionized travel by introducing the concept of package tours, laying the groundwork for today’s global tourism industry.
