New Delhi, Feb. 13 -- Amar Sinha, chief operating officer at Radico Khaitan, will step down from the company, ending an almost decade-long stint at the spirits maker.

Mint reached out to Sinha, who confirmed the development.

Sinha's departure comes after a period during which Radico sharpened its focus on premium brands and marketing-led growth, moving away from its earlier volume-first approach. When Sinha joined the company, India's alco-beverage market was driven largely by scale and distribution.

Radico Khaitan is among India's largest local alco-beverage companies, with a market capitalization of over Rs.37,075 crore (as of 12 February) and a portfolio spanning mass and premium spirits. Over the past few years, the company has inc...