Name: L.T. Pagarani
Designation: Chairman
Company: Choithrams Group
L.T. Pagarani, Chairman of Choithrams Group, has been instrumental in transforming one of the UAE’s most iconic supermarket chains into a regional retail powerhouse. With a legacy spanning over 80 years, Choithrams Group began as a small family business in West Africa, founded by his father, Thakurdas Choithram Pagarani, before expanding to the UAE. Today, it operates 50 outlets across the country, with a strong presence in Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman.
Under Pagarani’s leadership, the chain embraced digital transformation, launching choithrams.com and partnering with delivery platforms such as Instashop, Talabat, Deliveroo, El Grocer, and Noon. He also introduced international brands like Tesco, SuperValu, and, through a partnership with Sainsbury’s, expanded distribution across the Gulf. Beyond retail, Pagarani directs Giant Exports, Natco Cash & Carry, and holds a stake in Crown Networks. His commitment to innovation, quality, and customer service has solidified Choithrams Group as a trusted name, while his diverse ventures ensure its growth and influence in the GCC.
