Coforge appoints Akhil Kumar Gupta as Independent Director and Chairperson

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AI summary

Coforge Board appointed Mr. Akhil Kumar Gupta, former Vice Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, as Additional Independent Director and Chairperson for 5 years from September 29, 2026, subject to shareholder approval. Gupta is a Chartered Accountant with 40 plus years experience. He already chairs 360 ONE WAM and Bharti Life Insurance. Not related to any existing directors.

Likely market impact

New Chairperson brings deep telecom, finance and corporate leadership experience. Stock impact likely neutral pending shareholder approval.