# Delhivery names Vani Venkatesh deputy CEO as COO Ajith Pai exits 2026-08-08T17:40:23+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Delhivery has promoted Vani Venkatesh to deputy chief executive officer, the logistics company announced. The move comes as chief operating officer Ajith Pai, a founding member, will leave the firm at close of business on September 15, 2026, to seek other opportunities. Venkatesh, who has been with Delhivery for over a decade, most recently served as chief business officer. The company said the transition is part of its long-term succession planning. Ajith Pai will continue in his role until his departure date to ensure a smooth handover. Delhivery did not name a replacement for Pai. The announcements were made in a regulatory filing on Monday. ## Coverage - ndtvprofit.com Tags: Ajith Pai, CEO change, corporate moves, Delhivery, Vani Venkatesh Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/delhivery-names-vani-venkatesh-deputy-ceo-as-coo-ajith-pai-exits/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/delhivery-names-vani-venkatesh-deputy-ceo-as-coo-ajith-pai-exits/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.