Salil Parekh Exits Infosys: Who Is Ashiss Kumar Dash, The New CEO Of India's 2nd Largest Tech Giant?

In major news, Infosys has appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO) as Salil Parekh exits from the second-largest IT giant of India. The new CEO is Ashiss Kumar Das who handled Infosys diverse business portfolio globally. The new CEO will replace Parekh from April 1, 2027, with the new fiscal year 2027-28. That said, FY27 is Parekh's last fiscal at Infosys as CEO.

"The Board is delighted to appoint Dash as CEO-designate. Our industry is entering a period of considerable change. The Board was clear that our next CEO needed to combine the ability to drive bold transformation with the judgment to preserve the values and customer trust that have always distinguished Infosys,' said Nandan Nilekani, Chairman of the Board, Infosys.

On his exit, Parekh said, "It has been an honour for me to be the custodian of such a prestigious company, to partner with the leading companies of the world as clients, and to collaborate with an incredible team. I have enjoyed leading the company from $10 billion in revenue to over $20 billion in revenue through my two terms. We have established Infosys as a leader in digital transformation and have put in place a distinctive strategy for AI transformation. We have built a strong leadership team through this journey that is deeply committed to a One Infosys agenda."

For Dash, Parekh added, "He brings a deep understanding of our clients, our business, and our people, together with the vision and capability to lead Infosys through its next phase of transformation. I look forward to working closely with him over the coming months to ensure a smooth and successful transition."

Meanwhile, on his appointment Dash said, "I am honoured by the confidence that the Board has placed in me and excited about the opportunity to lead Infosys into its next chapter. I would also like to thank Salil for his mentorship, guidance, and the countless opportunities for growth over the years. I look forward to collaborating with him to ensure a seamless transition."

Dash believes technology is entering a new era, with
AI fundamentally reshaping how businesses operate and create value.

"Infosys begins this next phase from a position of enormous strength-with a clearly articulated AI strategy, exceptional talent, deep client relationships, and values that have earned the trust of customers globally," Dash adds.

As CEO, Dash is committed to build on those strengths while accelerating innovation, expanding Infosys' capabilities and helping its clients succeed in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Who Is Ashiss Kumar Dash, The New CEO Of Infosys?

At Infosys, Dash has been global head for various business portfolios for over 12-years, which helps in navigating the digital future for leading Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises.

Overall, Dash is described as a seasoned digital transformation leader with over 3 decades of experience, who is focused on driving transformation strategies and shaping the future of industries through the adoption of emerging technologies.

According to Infosys filing on BSE, Dash amalgamates his varied skills into straddling delivery, operational, and financial excellence for his industry group. In addition to driving revenue growth, he is also focused on institutionalizing innovation, AI-led re-imagination, and the future of work within his teams.

He is also believes that the more varied a perspective, the broader one's vision can be. He actively contributes to
global conversations on energy transition and sustainable development through prestigious forums like the World Economic Forum and the UN's Global Investors for Sustainable Development Alliance.

Apart from heading diverse businesses at Infosys, Dash is also a member of the Board of Directors of Infosys Public Services, which offers next-generation digital services and consulting to public sector organizations in North America and MRE Consulting LLC, both fully owned subsidiaries of Infosys. He is also a Trustee of Infosys Foundation USA, that focuses on expanding access to computer science and maker education for K-12 students and educators across the USA, while working to digitally upskill communities.

He is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India. He has also completed the Global Leadership Program at Stanford University and the Senior Executive Program at London Business School.

Dash is currently based in Los Angeles. He who is an avid reader, also enjoys activities like running, swimming, and practicing mindfulness.