Gopal Vittal will assume the role of Executive Vice Chairman at Bharti Airtel, effective January 1, 2026, marking a key leadership transition at the telecom major.
In his expanded mandate, Vittal will provide oversight across Bharti Airtel and its subsidiaries, with a focus on driving group-level alignment and long-term value creation. His responsibilities will span digital and technology integration, network strategy, procurement optimisation, talent development, and strategic planning across the organisation.
The leadership move is aimed at reinforcing management continuity and organisational preparedness as Bharti Airtel advances its growth agenda in a rapidly evolving digital and connectivity landscape.

