Bata India crosses 2,000 stores, targets 3,000 via franchise-led push in tier-III/IV markets
India is now Bata's largest global market at ~25% of revenues. The footwear major is scaling omnichannel, digital (20-25% contribution) and ZBM merchandising formats, growing from 775 to 900 ZBM stores by 2026 and selling 50 million pairs annually.
Bata India crossed 2,000 retail stores, targeting 3,000 via franchise-led growth in tier-III/IV markets. India is its largest global market, contributing ~25% of revenues. It is scaling omnichannel, digital, and ZBM merchandising formats.