Infosys CEO and MD Salil Parekh will step down on 31 March 2027 after completing his second term. The board has appointed Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO Designate, effective immediately. Dash, a 30-year Infosys veteran, will assume the role from 1 April 2027 for a five-year term.
Infosys has announced a significant leadership transition, confirming that Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Salil Parekh will step down on 31 March 2027 after completing his second term. The company’s board has appointed Ashiss Kumar Dash as CEO Designate with immediate effect, positioning him to take over the reins from 1 April 2027 for a five-year term, subject to statutory approvals.
The decision was endorsed by the board following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. Dash will serve as CEO Designate until Parekh’s departure, working closely with him to ensure a seamless transition at the helm of one of India’s most prominent IT services firms. This move underscores Infosys’s commitment to continuity and stability in leadership as it navigates the next phase of its global growth strategy.
Dash, a veteran of more than three decades at Infosys, brings extensive experience across customer-facing businesses, delivery, and global operations. He currently leads a diverse global portfolio spanning multiple industry verticals and also heads the company’s sustainability business, reflecting Infosys’s increasing focus on responsible growth and environmental stewardship. His long-standing association with the company and deep operational expertise are expected to provide a strong foundation for his leadership.
Parekh’s tenure has been marked by steady expansion and transformation, with Infosys strengthening its position as a global technology leader. The upcoming transition is seen as a carefully managed succession plan, designed to maintain momentum while preparing the organisation for evolving market demands. Dash’s appointment signals the board’s confidence in his ability to steer Infosys through the next chapter of digital innovation and enterprise transformation.
Infosys’s leadership change comes at a time when the IT services sector is undergoing rapid shifts driven by cloud adoption, artificial intelligence, and sustainability imperatives. Dash’s track record in managing complex portfolios and his leadership in sustainability initiatives align closely with these industry priorities, positioning him to lead Infosys with resilience and foresight.
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