Byju’s Group Firm Aakash Educational Services Ltd Welcomes Deepak Mehrotra as CEO

A significant development unfolds at Byju’s group firm Aakash Educational Services Ltd as Deepak Mehrotra assumes the mantle of Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, marking a pivotal transition for the renowned edtech company. With immediate effect, Mehrotra steps into his new role, signaling a fresh chapter for Aakash Educational Services Ltd.

Byju Raveendran, Founder and Chairman of Byju’s, extends a warm welcome to Mehrotra, expressing confidence in his ability to propel Aakash Educational Services Ltd into its next phase of growth. Raveendran underscores Mehrotra’s extensive experience, particularly highlighting his tenure as Managing Director for Pearson India, as instrumental in shaping the company’s trajectory.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the opportunity, Mehrotra emphasizes his dedication to Aakash Educational Services Ltd’s mission of delivering quality education and empowering students to realize their full potential. His appointment signifies a strategic move aimed at driving innovation and fostering educational excellence within the ed-tech landscape.

Drawing from a distinguished career spanning over 35 years across diverse sectors such as FMCG, Telecom, and Education, Mehrotra brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. His prior engagements include leadership positions at Ashirvad Pipes, Pearson India, Bharti Airtel, Coca-Cola, and Asian Paints.

Mehrotra, an alumnus of IIT Roorkee with a background in electrical engineering, is committed to continuous learning, which is evidenced by his completion of an executive program at The Wharton School, Philadelphia.

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