Coforge names Akhil Gupta as independent chairperson for five-year term

Coforge Limited has announced the appointment of Akhil Gupta to the position of non-executive independent director and chairperson, effective September 29, 2024. Gupta will serve a five-year term in the role, bringing extensive corporate leadership experience from his previous tenure at Bharti Enterprises, where he held the position of vice chairman.

The appointment comes as part of the IT services and consulting company's board restructuring efforts. Gupta's appointment as independent chairperson is expected to strengthen the company's governance framework and provide strategic oversight of operations.

Gupta's experience in leading large-scale business operations at Bharti Enterprises, one of India's largest conglomerates, positions him to guide Coforge through its growth trajectory. His independent director status aligns with corporate governance standards that emphasize board autonomy and accountability to stakeholders.

The five-year tenure will see Gupta overseeing the company's strategic direction during a period of continued digital transformation across sectors served by the IT services industry in India and internationally.