African firm MITSUMI Distribution, an IT products distributor across the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has announced its foray into the Indian market with an investment plan of upto ₹1,000 crore in the next three years.
The company aims to build a comprehensive and partner-centric distribution networks in the country.
The investment of ₹700–1,000 crore will be directed towards building infrastructure, strengthening inventory capabilities and extending local credit support, enabling sustainable and scalable growth in the Indian market, a top executive said.
The company has commenced operations with offices in Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru, supported by a team of over 30 professionals.
It plans to progressively expand its presence across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities in line with market demand and vendor partnerships, while continuing to invest in local talent.
To support efficient nationwide distribution, MITSUMI Distribution is also establishing a logistics network across 14 locations in India in its initial phase. This network is designed to service all major and emerging markets, ensuring faster reach, improved availability and operational efficiency, the executive said.
Jagat Shah, chairman and CEO, MITSUMI Group, said, “India is at a defining moment in its technology journey, where scale, aspiration and digitization are converging at an unprecedented pace. For us, India is not a tactical market entry but a long-term strategic commitment.”
“Our vision is to build a distribution platform that matches the country’s diversity and depth, combining global best practices with strong local execution. Over the next three years, our planned investment in infrastructure, inventory, and local credit will allow us to build one of the most robust and reliable distribution networks in the country. We are here to invest, scale responsibly and become a trusted enabler of India’s next phase of technology growth,” he said.’
“With our deep Indian roots, and understanding of this market, we see this expansion as a homecoming as much as a growth move. What partners and brands can expect from MITSUMI Distribution in India is clarity of intent and consistency of execution, said Mitesh Shah, founder & managing director, MITSUMI Group.
“Our focus is on creating a high-performance distribution engine, backed by strong logistics, disciplined credit, market intelligence, and deep partner engagement. By working closely with system integrators, SMB partners, large-format retail, and online players, we aim to ensure that the latest IT and mobile technologies are available, accessible, and profitable for every stakeholder in the value chain,” he said.
The company said it will have a differentiated service approach that includes credit support, responsive after-sales, and agile logistics.
It intends to replicate its MEA success model in India by focusing on operational excellence, transparent relationships, and joint business planning with vendors and partners.
Over time, the company expects its India operations to become a key growth engine for the group, supporting innovation adoption across enterprises, SMBs, and consumers, and contributing to the country’s broader digital transformation agenda.
Published – January 12, 2026 09:32 pm IST
