Share Jio Platforms has appointed Pankaj Pawar as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant leadership transition as the company advances preparations for its proposed initial public offering (IPO). Pawar succeeds Kiran Thomas and officially assumed the CEO role after previously serving as Managing Director of Reliance Jio Infocomm. He will continue to hold both positions, creating stronger alignment between Jio’s telecom operations and Jio Platforms’ expanding digital ecosystem. A seasoned leader with more than three decades of experience, Pawar has played a key role in building and scaling Reliance Jio’s telecom infrastructure and operational capabilities. Throughout his career within the Reliance Group, he has led major initiatives across network operations, technology deployment, business transformation, and digital infrastructure, contributing significantly to Jio’s growth into India’s largest telecom operator. His appointment comes at a strategically important time as Jio Platforms strengthens its presence across artificial intelligence, cloud computing, enterprise technology, digital services, and connected platforms. The leadership transition is also expected to provide stability as the company progresses with regulatory approvals and preparations for its IPO. Under Pankaj Pawar’s leadership, Jio Platforms is expected to continue focusing on innovation, operational excellence, and long-term growth while expanding its position as one of India’s leading digital technology companies. Post navigation Colliers India Appoints Mohammed Ilyas as Director – Hospitality & Alternatives Sequoia Promotes Vishakha Mittal Patel to HR Director
