Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte Resigns, Srinivas Pallia to Take Over

In a surprising turn of events, Wipro CEO and MD Thierry Delaporte has tendered his resignation from his post. The announcement came on Saturday, with the company revealing that Srinivas Pallia will be taking the reins as the new CEO and MD of Wipro, effective from April 7, 2024.

 

Thierry Delaporte's decision to step down comes just over a year before the end of his scheduled 5-year tenure. Delaporte assumed the roles of CEO and MD of Wipro in July 2020, marking the beginning of what was expected to be a transformative leadership period for the renowned IT services company.

 

Having served for nearly 30 years at Wipro, Srinivas Pallia is no stranger to the organization. He has held various key positions within the company, notably serving as the President of Wipro's Consumer Business Unit and as CEO of Americas 1. With his wealth of experience and deep understanding of Wipro's operations, Pallia is well-equipped to lead the company forward in the coming years.

 

The Wipro board has formally accepted Thierry Delaporte's resignation, paving the way for a smooth transition to new leadership under Srinivas Pallia. Despite the unexpected nature of Delaporte's departure, the company remains optimistic about its future prospects and is confident in Pallia's ability to steer Wipro towards continued success.

 

As Wipro prepares for the next chapter in its leadership journey, all eyes will be on Srinivas Pallia as he assumes the role of CEO and MD. With his proven track record and unwavering commitment to excellence, Pallia is poised to build upon the foundation laid by his predecessor and drive Wipro towards greater heights in the years to come.