Shashwat Sharma to take over as MD, CEO of Airtel from next year

NEW DELHI: Bharti Airtel on Monday announced that Shashwat Sharma will take over as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026.

Currently serving as Chief Operating Officer, Shashwat will succeed Gopal Vittal, who will move into the role of Executive Vice Chairman.

In his new position, Shashwat will oversee the entire end-to-end consumer business, with Gopal providing mentorship during this transition.