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Bira's backers discuss fund infusion tied to CEO's exit

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October 15, 2025

Some large institutional stakeholders in B9 Beverages, maker of Bira 91 beer, have started discussions on the removal of founder and chief executive officer (CEO) Ankur Jain citing his inability to run the financially troubled company, four people aware of the development said.

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During a virtual call on 9 September, investors and lenders including Peak XV (formerly Sequoia India), Sofina, Sixth Sense Ventures, Anicut Capital and Japan's Kirin Holdings discussed the state of th

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