Intimation regarding Change in Senior Management
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RITES Ltd has announced a change in its Senior Management where Shri Rakesh Kumar Gupta, previously GM/Finance, has been elevated to Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) effective May 18, 2026. Additionally, he will ex-officio function as Chief Operating Officer of RITES EXPOCON. Gupta is a Chartered Accountant since 2001 and has been with RITES for 21 years, bringing extensive experience in financial management, international trade, project management, and infrastructure sectors including renewable energy and exports. He previously served as Deputy Chief Financial Advisor for Ahmedabad Rail Metro and handles the Finance Concurrence Division of the company.
This internal promotion demonstrates RITES is leveraging long-tenured internal talent for strategic leadership roles. As an internal appointment rather than an external hire, it suggests continuity in company strategy. The dual role of CSO and COO of EXPOCON indicates expanded operational responsibilities for the executive.