Name: Dhananjay Datar
Designation: Chairman and Managing Director
Company: Adil Trading
Dr. Dhananjay Datar is the Chairman and Managing Director of Adil Trading, a leading name in the retail and distribution of Indian food products across the Gulf region. Popularly known as the ‘Masala King,’ he began his entrepreneurial journey in 1984 with a small grocery shop in Dubai, which he transformed into a thriving business encompassing 50 superstores across the GCC, two spice factories, and two flour mills equipped with modern technology. Adil Trading also produces over 700 products under its own ‘Peacock’ brand and imports over 9,000 Indian products, serving the Indian community with authentic and hygienic food products.
Dr. Datar’s visionary approach has not only expanded access to Indian staples but has also helped preserve cultural food traditions abroad. His ability to blend entrepreneurial drive with a deep understanding of consumer needs has made Adil Trading a trusted household name and cemented his legacy as a trailblazing leader in the region’s retail and food distribution sector.
