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Aakash names Deepak Mehrotra as managing director and CEO

Mint Mumbai

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April 09, 2024

Aakash Educational Services Ltd (AESL), a subA sidiary of embattled startup Byju's, has appointed Deepak Mehrotra as its managing director and chief executive officer.

Aakash names Deepak Mehrotra as managing director and CEO

Mehrotra comes with over 35 years of experience in executive roles in FMCG, telecom, and education industries, the company said in a statement on Monday. Prior to joining Aakash, he was the managing director of Ashirvad Pipes. 

He has also worked with Pearson India, Bharti Airtel, Coca-Cola, and Asian Paints. 

Mehrotra has a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from IIT Roorkee, an MMS from JBIMS, and has completed an executive programme from The Wharton School, Philadelphia (USA).

Mehrotra's appointment is part of AESL's aim to enhance offerings, and expand its reach, the company said.

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