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Rohan Mirchandani, co-founder of start-up Epigamia, a leading Greek yogurt brand in India, died on December 21 at the age of 41 due to cardiac arrest. The news was confirmed by an official statement. According to a statement by Epigamia parent company Drums Food International Pvt, the leadership of Epigamia will continue to operate the company's day-to-day operations with the full support of the board of directors.

Ankur Goel, chief operating officer and founding member, as well as Uday Thakker, co-founder and director will work with the board of directors, including Rohan's family, Raj Mirchandani, Verlinvest, and DSG Consumer Partners. Epigamia is among the country's most prominent Greek yogurt brands.

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Goel and Thakkar in a joint statement stated that they will carry forward the dream with strength and vision. "Rohan was our mentor, friend, and leader. We remain steadfast in our determination to carry forward his dream with strength and vigour," Goel and Thakker said.

"Rohan’s vision and values will continue to guide us, as we work together to honor the foundation he built and ensure that his dream continues to flourish," the statement added. Mirchandani was a graduate of NYU Stern School of Business and The Wharton School. He started up Drums Food International Pvt in 2013 with his friends.

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The board of Epigamia further stated that the company was dedicated to take Rohan's legacy to greater heights. “Rohan was not only a visionary leader but also an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His unwavering commitment, boundless energy, and deep passion for Epigamia have left an indelible mark on all of us. We will work closely with the leadership of the company to take Rohan’s legacy to greater heights," the board of Epigamia said.

Mirchandani did his MBA from the Wharton School in 2012. Before founding Drums Food International in 2013, he worked as an Associate in CVC (Formerly S&P) for almost an year. Though the net worth of the businessman is not publicly disclosed, he had a 4.68 per cent stake in Epigamia, Mint reported, citing the research agency Tracxn.