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Havells, an Indian company known for its electrical equipment, was founded in 1958 by Kimat Ray Gupta in New Delhi, India. Initially, the company specialized in selling electrical products. Since then, Havells has become one of India’s leading brands in the manufacture of household electrical products, including switchgear, electric fans, and home appliances.

The company’s product range goes beyond consumer electronics. It also manufactures various industrial and domestic cables, motors, air conditioners, and lighting fixtures, thus showcasing its diverse capabilities in the field of electrical equipment.

Headquartered in Noida, India, Havells maintains a strong presence in the country and has manufacturing facilities across the country. More than 15,000 employees are involved in the company’s manufacturing activities.

Havells’s portfolio also includes globally recognized brands such as Crabtree, Standard, Promptec, and Sylvania, acquired through strategic mergers and acquisitions. The company is listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India and has annual revenues of over $1.5 billion.

QRG Group, a holding company owned by the founding family, retains a majority stake in Havells. The company’s products reach consumers through an extensive distribution network of 135,000 outlets and 4,500 dealers in India.

In competing in the Indian electrical market, Havells is up against established competitors such as Anchor, Legrand, and Schneider Electric, maintaining its status as one of the major players in the industry.