• The groups set sights on 100 cafes across India in 2026, combining sustainability and tradition in every cup

Mumbai / Nagpur : EBG Group, a fast-growing Indian conglomerate with diversified interests spanning mobility, health, realty, lifestyle, food, services, technology and education, announced the expansion of its flagship project Adhira & Appa Cafe to Nagpur with the inauguration of a new cafe at Poonam Chambers, Chindwada Road, Chhaoni Road, Byramji Town. Spread across 900 sq. ft., the cafe was inaugurated by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari and with Gurukkal Dr. S. Mahesh graced the occasion as Guest of Honour and offered his blessings.

Built as a cafe centred on good food, good coffee and good conversations, the Nagpur outlet offers a distinctive fusion menu that blends Western flavours with South Indian influences, featuring innovative dishes such as dosa tacos, medu vada waffles and more. All coffee served at Adhira & Appa cafe is crafted using authentic South Indian filter coffee as the base, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to tradition and quality. The launch also reflects EBG Group’s broader brand vision of expanding Adhira & Appa Cafe to multiple cities in the coming months, including Indore, Pune, Bangalore and other key urban centres.

Speaking at the inauguration, Union Transport Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari said, “Adhira & Appa Cafe reflects a thoughtful blend of tradition and innovation. Initiatives that promote indigenous flavours like authentic South Indian filter coffee, while creating welcoming community spaces, are important for strengthening local entrepreneurship and cultural identity. I wish the team continued success as they expand to more cities across India.”

Commenting on the expansion, Dr. Irfan Khan, Chairman & Founder, EBG Group said, “The Nagpur launch forms part of EBG Group’s rapid national expansion of Adhira & Appa Cafe. Built on the philosophy of sustainability and authenticity, the brand has seen successful launches beginning with Kochi and expanded to cities like Chandigarh, Nashik, Hyderabad including today’s inauguration in Nagpur. Crafted from premium beans and prepared through processes designed to keep carbon output significantly lower than conventional methods, forms the core of the brand’s identity and appeals to consumers seeking an authentic alternative to global chains.”

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Karan Mendon, COO of Adhira & Appa Cafe said, “At Adhira & Appa Cafe, every cup tells a story of tradition, sustainability and connection. After Hyderabad’s overwhelming response, we are confident that Nagpur’s vibrant community will embrace A&A’s unique blend of tradition, innovation, and authentic experiences. Backed by EBG Group, our goal is to bring the authentic South Indian filter coffee experience to people across India, while creating spaces where culture, flavour and community come together. With each new cafe, we hope to share not just coffee, but moments of joy and warmth with our customers.”

With strong early momentum, EBG Group plans to open over 50 new Adhira & Appa Coffee cafes by March 2026 and scale the brand to 100 outlets across India by December 2026. Over the next five years, the group aims to establish a nationwide presence across major metropolitan and Tier-2 cities.