The 100 NRIs – 2026: Vidya Chhabria, Chairperson, Jumbo Group
This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region.
Vidya M. Chhabria serves as the Chairperson of Jumbo Electronics Co. Ltd. LLC, a leading consumer electronics retailer in the UAE. She assumed leadership in 2002 following the passing of her husband and founder, Manohar Rajaram Chhabria. Since then, she has guided the organisation with a clear strategic vision, introducing structured management practices that have driven growth and innovation.
Under her leadership, Jumbo has strengthened its multi-brand retail approach, diversified into the B2B sector, and embraced an omnichannel model through its e-commerce platform, jumbo.ae. The company partners with globally recognised brands such as Sony, Dyson, Weber, and du. Its enterprise division also supports government entities and major private sector organisations. Chhabria is widely recognised for her visionary leadership and as a role model for women in business.
Established in 1973, Jumbo Electronics has grown into one of the UAE’s most trusted electronics retailers, offering a seamless online and offline shopping experience. Its product portfolio includes mobile phones, laptops, televisions, home entertainment systems, cameras, gaming devices, accessories, and telecom services. Jumbo is also a strategic partner for premium brands such as PlayStation and Hisense.
With more than 50 years of industry experience, Jumbo employs over 2,000 people across the Emirates and serves more than 10 million customers. The company continues to expand and innovate, driven by Chhabria’s resilient leadership and steadfast commitment to excellence.
This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region.
Vidya M. Chhabria serves as the Chairperson of Jumbo Electronics Co. Ltd. LLC, a leading consumer electronics retailer in the UAE. She assumed leadership in 2002 following the passing of her husband and founder, Manohar Rajaram Chhabria. Since then, she has guided the organisation with a clear strategic vision, introducing structured management practices that have driven growth and innovation.
Under her leadership, Jumbo has strengthened its multi-brand retail approach, diversified into the B2B sector, and embraced an omnichannel model through its e-commerce platform, jumbo.ae. The company partners with globally recognised brands such as Sony, Dyson, Weber, and du. Its enterprise division also supports government entities and major private sector organisations. Chhabria is widely recognised for her visionary leadership and as a role model for women in business.
