About US
To progressively research and develop innovative products and services to the farming community.
To be the most preferred quality Agri Input manufacturer and supplier to achieve “Total Solution provider” in improving overall soil health, crop productivity and quality of the produce.
Integrity, Quality, Trust, Transparency, Commitment, Relationship and Innovation.
Founder & Management
Founder & Chairman
Dr. Gopalakrishna Pommaiah Shetty
Dr. Gopalakrishna Pommaiah Shetty, Founder and Chairman, had his early education in Udupi and graduated from Willingdon College, Sangli. He pursued his post-graduate degree from Shivaji University, Kolhapur and earned a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology and Plant Nutrients under Dr. G. V. Joshi's mentorship.
Being a farmer himself, Dr. G.P. Shetty felt that his knowledge should not be confined to academic corridors but taken to the fields where it could be of practical use to the farmers. With this ambition, he started Karnataka Agro Chemicals in 1974. To ensure soil health and crop quality, agri input products were introduced under the brand name of Multiplex and have proven to be effective in diverse agro-climatic conditions globally.
Today, Multiplex Group of Companies, nurtured by Dr. G.P. Shetty's dedication, employs over 1500 staff members and collaborates with 5000+ dealers and distributors. His pioneering contributions to sustainable Indian agriculture have earned him the prestigious "Rajyotsava Award" from the Karnataka Government, reflecting his lasting impact on the sector.
Managing Director
Mr. Mahesh G Shetty
Mr. Mahesh G Shetty, following in his father Dr. G.P. Shetty's visionary footsteps, has spearheaded the expansion of Multiplex Group's agricultural legacy. With over 25 years of experience in the agricultural industry, he has elevated the organization's status by actively engaging in the production and marketing of various agricultural products in India and international markets.
Since 2009, under his astute leadership, Multiplex Group has ventured into international markets, forging robust relations with Djibouti and Ethiopia. Mr. Mahesh G Shetty holds the title of Honorary Consul of the Republic of Djibouti, a testament to his international influence.
Recognized as a "Young Industrial Entrepreneur" by the "International Competence Centre for Organic Agriculture (ICCOA)," he has also earned awards and prestigious roles in the fertilizer industry, further cementing his remarkable leadership and influence.
Partner and Chief Business Officer
Mrs. Divya Chandradhara
Mrs. Divya Chandradhara, MSc, MBA, FRSPH, is a Bangalore-based first-generation entrepreneur, researcher, and author. She is the Founder & CEO of Bioagile Therapeutics Pvt. Ltd., which she scaled from a small startup into a multi-crore Life Science R&D and Clinical Research company with global partnerships. She also leads Kempville Beverages and has authored a CRC Press book along with 18+ internationally cited publications.
Committed to strengthening India’s global scientific presence, Divya has travelled to 40+ countries and works with clients across Europe, the USA, and Asia. She co-founded the 250-member startup community IBiom, and during the COVID-19 pandemic, her team developed ICMR-approved Viral RNA Kits and VTM, conducted clinical trials, and supplied essential products and lakhs of testing kits to multiple states.
Her leadership has earned her top recognitions, including awards from Times Network, the Government of Thailand, and the Karnataka Government’s Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 honour. She is also a frequent media speaker and serves on the academic board of Ramaiah College, with Bioagile ranked among India’s Top 20 Bio-Services Companies.
Director
Mrs. Nishchita M Shetty
Mrs. Nishchita M Shetty, a forward-thinking and accomplished science graduate, embarked on a remarkable journey when she founded M/s. Multiplex Urban Green India Pvt. Ltd. It was a natural progression for someone with an independent mindset and a deep-rooted passion for innovation.
Supported unwaveringly by her husband and father-in-law, Mrs. Nishchita M Shetty took upon herself the fulfilling of a long-cherished dream harboured by Dr. G. P. Shetty - that of providing urban dwellers with chemical residue-free food. Her personal mission is to instil a sense of delight in the cultivation and nurturing of vegetables, fruits, and flowers within urban households. She achieves this by offering a range of organic and eco-friendly products, kits, and services. Actively involved in the "Go Green, Grow Green" initiative, Mrs. Nishchita M Shetty is a driving force behind sustainable urban agriculture.
Recognized as a "Young Industrial Entrepreneur" by the "International Competence Centre for Organic Agriculture (ICCOA)," he has also earned awards and prestigious roles in the fertilizer industry, further cementing his remarkable leadership and influence.
Team Members
Mr. Anandha krishnan
Export Manager
Dr. Niranjan H G
Technical Head
