Vineet Nayyar, former Vice Chairman of Tech Mahindra passes away at 85

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Tech Mahindra, has passed away at 85. Former Tech Mahindra MD and CEO CP Gurnani shared the news via the social media site X (formerly known as Twitter). “Heartbreaking news..

India has lost one its finest leaders today.. #VineetNayyar.. Personally it's like losing the light that has led me for decades...He was friend, philosopher, brother, guide & statesman par excellence..

My heart and thoughts with Reva and family. #OmShanti," he wrote. “Cherish Vineet for his contribution in building India, turning Satyam-TechM around, and years of exemplary leadership that helped us rise..

Sharing some of my fond memories and learnings of working with Vineet.. #RIPVineet you live forever in our hearts," Gurnani added. Gurnani also linked a post he wrote on LinkedIn at the start of the year in tribute to "someone who shaped how I learn and lead over 30 years".

"What an opportune day to celebrate a ‘guru’ – someone who shaped how I learn and lead for over 30 years. On #GuruPurab, I am reminded of none other than Vineet Nayyar, and the mentorship, partnership, and camaraderie I enjoyed through various milestones of our professional journey. We started out with HCL-Perot Systems, and every day since then, Vineet has been a daily source of inspiration, guidance, and strength for me.," Gurnani wrote.

He added that the lessons and principles learnt from Nayyar, especially during their time at Satyam, "not only fostered a culture of trust between the two of us but have also become integral aspects of how I approach challenges and lead teams". "Today, Vineet is not just a leader. He is a friend, guide, and a true visionary.