- Vineet Nayyar, former Vice Chairman of Tech Mahindra, passed away at 85.
- Industry leaders and bodies, including Nasscom and Anand Mahindra, paid tribute to his legacy.
- Nayyar’s career included roles at HCL, GAIL, and the World Bank, leaving a lasting impact on the industry.
Vineet Nayyar, the former Executive Vice Chairman of Tech Mahindra, passed away on May 16 at the age of 85. His death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from industry leaders and bodies. Nasscom praised Nayyar’s visionary leadership and dedication, highlighting his significant contributions to the IT industry. Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, recalled Nayyar’s crucial role in shaping Mahindra’s success and his lasting impact on the business landscape.
Nayyar’s distinguished career spanned several decades, beginning with the Indian Administrative Services and leading to senior roles at the World Bank, GAIL, and HCL. He joined Mahindra British Telecom, now Tech Mahindra, where he became a pivotal figure in the company’s growth. Former Tech Mahindra CEO CP Gurnani and other industry leaders expressed their deep sorrow, remembering Nayyar as a guide, mentor, and friend whose legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
It saddens me to share the news of the passing of Vineet Nayyar this morning.
Vineet was a larger than life figure in the Indian Business landscape.
A distinguished IAS officer, who then served with the World Bank, he became the first Chairman of GAIL
He then made a hugely… pic.twitter.com/ZLlfzNXJ2K
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) May 16, 2024
Vineet Nayyar’s visionary leadership sculpted Tech Mahindra’s success and left an indelible mark across the Mahindra Group.
As he passes on, his legacy as a true pioneer and leader forever endures within the Mahindra family. https://t.co/mgPp6puG9g
— Mahindra Group (@MahindraRise) May 16, 2024
