Vodafone Idea has appointed Manoj Murali as Chief Operating Officer, effective 19 October 2026. The company disclosed this in a stock exchange filing on Friday 16 October, as reported by Communications Today.
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Key Details at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Appointment effective | 19 October 2026 |
| Age | 55 |
| Experience | 25+ years in telecom across India and Africa |
| Earlier employers | Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel |
| Education | MBA (SIBM Pune), engineering degree (University of Poona) |
The appointment
The board approved the move on the Nomination and Remuneration Committee’s recommendation. His experience spans sales, marketing, distribution, operations and customer experience.
Why it matters
Vi has been fighting to hold subscribers against Jio and Airtel. An operator with experience at both rivals could help sharpen distribution and customer experience. Read about Vodafone Idea and our Vi coverage.
Limits of the report
The source is secondary; Vi’s own filing is the primary document. Murali’s most recent role was at another company, which we mention only as career background.
Quick Answers
When does Murali start?
19 October 2026.
What is his experience?
25+ years in telecom, including Jio and Airtel.
How was it announced?
Via a stock exchange filing.
Source: Communications Today.