Quick Info
| Profession | Businessman |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/05/1951 |
| Age | 74 years (died on 23, Apr, 2026) |
| Birthplace | Bikaner, Rajasthan, India |
| Date of Death | 23/04/2026 |
Latest News about Shiv Ratan Agarwal
23/04/2026
Shiv Ratan Agarwal, founder and chairman of Bikaji Foods International, passed away at the age of 74 in Chennai. He left behind a legacy of transforming Bikaneri snacks into a global brand valued at over Rs 13,000 crore through innovation, authenticity, and scalable manufacturing excellence.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nickname | Anna |
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| Famous for | Being the founder and chairman of Bikaji Foods International, transforming Bikaneri snacks into a global brand |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Colour | Light Brown |
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| Hair Colour | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Qualification | Class 8th dropout |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Children | Deepak Agarwal (businessman) | ||||
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Career
| Net Worth | $44 million (as of 2026) |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Born into a family rooted in the snack business in Bikaner | |
| 2. His grandfather was a pioneer in the Indian snack industry | |
| 3. Learned bhujia-making from his grandfather | |
| 4. Travelled abroad to learn about snack manufacturing technologies | |
| 5. Initially faced hurdles in scaling snack production | |
| 6. Dissatisfied with Haldiram's limited success in Rajasthan, particularly in Bikaner, which motivated him to create his own legacy |