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Vodafone Idea Appoints New CEO to Tackle Financial Woes
17 Aug
Summary
- Abhijit Kishore to take over as Vodafone Idea CEO on August 19
- Company faces major financial challenges and subscriber losses
- Outgoing CEO Akshaya Moondra tried to stabilize finances and launch 5G

On August 17, 2025, Vodafone Idea announced that Abhijit Kishore, the company's current chief operating officer, will take over as the new CEO starting August 19. This leadership change comes at a critical juncture for the telecom giant, which has been grappling with major financial challenges and subscriber losses.
Kishore's predecessor, Akshaya Moondra, had led several initiatives to stabilize Vodafone Idea's finances and kickstart the company's 5G rollout. However, the company's quarterly losses have continued to grow year-on-year, and it has lost subscribers to its rivals. Vodafone Idea's ability to operate as a going concern has been threatened by these persistent financial woes.
As Kishore steps into the CEO role, he faces the daunting task of turning the company around and restoring its financial health. The new CEO will need to devise a comprehensive strategy to address the company's challenges and regain its footing in the highly competitive Indian telecom market.