Harish Bhat has resigned as a non-executive, non-independent director on the board of Trent Ltd., the Tata Group’s retail arm chaired by Noel N. Tata, citing growing professional and personal commitments.
In his resignation letter dated October 17, 2026, Bhat expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve on the board and contribute to the company’s governance and strategic direction over the past several years.
In the letter addressed to Noel N. Tata, Bhat also acknowledged the chairman’s leadership, crediting it with playing a significant role in Trent’s growth and transformation.
Bhat joined Trent’s board in April 2014 as a non-executive, non-independent director. His departure marks the end of more than 12 years on the board of the retail company, which operates brands including Westside and Zudio.
Bhat’s career in the Tata Group
Bhat joined the Tata Group in 1987 as an officer in the Tata Administrative Service and went on to hold several senior leadership positions across its businesses. He previously served as brand custodian at Tata Sons, managing director of Tata Global Beverages Ltd. and chief operating officer of the watches and jewellery businesses at Titan Company Ltd. He also held a leadership position in the group’s telecom business.
Bhat currently serves as a director at Tata Starbucks Pvt. Ltd. and Infiniti Retail Ltd. He is an alumnus of BITS Pilani and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.
Trent, part of the Tata Group, operates across India’s retail sector through brands such as Westside and Zudio.
