Established in 2008, Patel Retail Limited is a growing supermarket chain primarily serving Tier-III cities and nearby suburban regions. With a focus on value-driven retail, the company offers a comprehensive range of products including food items, FMCG, general merchandise, and apparel, catering to the daily and bulk shopping needs of families.

Patel Retail opened its first store under the brand “Patel’s R Mart” in Ambernath, Maharashtra. As of May 31, 2025, it operates 43 stores across suburban areas in the Thane and Raigad districts of Maharashtra, covering a total retail space of approximately 178,946 sq. ft.

Private Label Brands

To boost margins and strengthen brand presence, Patel Retail has developed an array of private label brands:

• Patel Fresh – Pulses, ready-to-cook mixes, and grocery items
• Indian Chaska – Spices, ghee, and papad
• Blue Nation – Men’s apparel
• Patel Essentials – Home improvement and household products

These products are sourced from third-party vendors and sold under the company’s proprietary labels, ensuring quality and affordability.

Manufacturing Facilities

Patel Retail supports its private label operations through three strategically located facilities:

1. Facility 1 – Ambernath, Maharashtra:
   Focuses on processing, quality control, and packaging of grocery and ready-to-cook items.
2. Facility 2 – Dudhai, Kutch (Gujarat):
   Specializes in agri-product processing such as peanuts, cumin, and coriander seeds—supporting backward integration.
3. Facility 3 – Agri-Processing Cluster, Dudhai, Kutch:
   Spread over 15.925 acres, this integrated facility includes:
   • Five production units
   • A fruit pulp processing unit
   • Dry warehouse (3,040 MT capacity)
   • Cold storage (3,000 MT capacity)
   • In-house testing and R&D lab

Together, Facility 2 and the Agri-Processing Cluster form the company’s Kutch Facilities, vital for supply chain efficiency and product consistency.

Operations & Distribution

Patel Retail positions its stores as neighborhood supermarkets, offering a convenient one-stop shop for daily essentials and bulk purchases. Beyond retail, the company also earns rental income through vendor partnerships within its store premises.

As of May 31, 2025, the company manages:

• 38 product categories
• Over 10,000 SKUs
• A wide geographic footprint with most sales concentrated in Maharashtra and Gujarat

Patel Retail also operates its own fleet of 18 trucks, supporting a reliable and cost-effective logistics network.

Key Strengths

• Strong expertise in product assortment and inventory management, supported by robust IT systems
• Strategic expansion model through owned store locations
• Diversified product portfolio including multiple private labels
• Efficient logistics and in-house distribution network
• Well-positioned and integrated manufacturing facilities