Sanofi India CFO Rachid Ayari Resigns Effective September 30
Rachid Ayari will step down as Whole Time Director, CFO, and KMP of Sanofi India on September 30, 2026, to take another role within the Sanofi group. The company is seeking a replacement.
The departure of a Chief Financial Officer can have a medium-term impact on the company's financial strategy and operations until a suitable replacement is found and integrated.
The resignation of a key management personnel is a routine event and does not inherently indicate positive or negative performance. The company expressed appreciation for his contributions and is seeking a replacement.
Sanofi India Limited announced that Mr. Rachid Ayari (DIN: 10408699) has conveyed his decision to step down from his role as Whole Time Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Key Managerial Personnel.
His resignation will be effective from the close of business hours on September 30, 2026. Mr. Ayari is transitioning to another role within the Sanofi group. Consequently, he will also cease to be Senior Management Personnel and a member of the Risk Management Committee on the same date.
The company expressed its sincere appreciation for Mr. Ayari's valuable contributions, expert guidance, and dedicated assistance during his tenure. Sanofi India Limited is currently in the process of identifying a suitable candidate to fill the position of Chief Financial Officer, who will also be designated as Key Managerial Personnel. The company will inform the stock exchanges upon the appointment of a successor in due course.
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