Rabi Shankar Mishra has taken charge as Chief Executive Officer at Airtel, based in Pune, Maharashtra, marking a key leadership transition within the organisation. He moves into this role after successfully leading Airtel’s Guwahati operations, where he was responsible for regional business performance and market expansion.
In his current position, Mishra will oversee business strategy, operational effectiveness, and growth initiatives. His mandate includes driving execution excellence, strengthening market presence, and enabling cross-functional collaboration to support Airtel’s strategic priorities across diverse customer segments.
Mishra brings extensive leadership experience from the consumer and FMCG sectors. Prior to joining Airtel, he held senior roles at The Hershey Company as Sales Director, Diageo as Vice President, and Mondelēz International and Cadbury India Ltd, where he served in multiple Associate Vice President and Associate Director positions. Across these roles, he managed large portfolios, led high-performing teams, and delivered sustained business growth across regions.
Rabi Shankar Mishra’s appointment reflects Airtel’s focus on strengthening leadership depth and driving consistent growth through disciplined execution and customer-centric strategies.
