Bharti Airtel Limited announced a key change in its senior management team. Effective August 5, 2026, Vivek Mehta has been appointed as the new Chief Internal Auditor and Head – Internal Assurance. He succeeds Ramjee Verma, who will be transitioning to a new role within the Group. Mehta brings over two decades of experience in financial leadership and regulatory compliance to his new position.
Senior Management Reshuffle at Bharti Airtel
Bharti Airtel Limited has officially announced a significant change in its senior management structure. As of August 5, 2026, Mr. Vivek Mehta will assume the role of Chief Internal Auditor and Head – Internal Assurance for the company. This appointment comes as Mr. Ramjee Verma, the outgoing Chief Internal Auditor, is set to move into a new role within the broader Bharti Group, also effective August 5, 2026.
Vivek Mehta’s Background and Experience
The company has provided a brief profile of Vivek Mehta, highlighting his extensive experience. Mehta is currently serving as the Global Shared Service Head and Senior Vice President – Finance at Bharti Airtel. He possesses over two decades of diverse experience in financial leadership, with a notable focus on the telecommunications sector. Prior to his tenure at Airtel, Mehta was associated with VIP Industries Ltd. His career at Bharti Airtel has seen him progress through various leadership positions, including his previous role as Head – Regulatory Compliance. In his current capacity, he has been instrumental in driving initiatives to automate and simplify financial processes across the company’s global operations, demonstrating strong capabilities in operational excellence, governance, and team management.
Board Approval
This change in senior management was formally approved and taken on record by the Board of Directors during their meeting held on August 4, 2026. The meeting commenced at 1400 Hrs IST and concluded at 1740 Hrs IST.
Source: BSE
