Growth has to be sustainable and profitable: PepsiCo's Ahmed El Sheikh

Ahmed El Sheikh, president and chief executive officer, PepsiCo India region, shares his plans with BS

PepsiCo India has managed to turn profitable after four years. But the food and beverage company is silently transforming its portfolio, business strategy and approach. Six months into his new stint, Ahmed El Sheikh, president and chief executive officer, PepsiCo India region, shares his plans with Arnab Dutta. 

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What is the mandate that you come with?

I believe there are lots of opportunities but we should not run after everything. We have to select certain areas and be clear about where we can be the number one or gain share. It is a stated fact that India is a growth opportunity.