Xiaomi India President Muralikrishnan B to step down to pursue academic research

Xiaomi India has announced that Muralikrishnan B, the company’s President, will be stepping down from his role at the end of the year after more than six impactful years with the organization. Muralikrishnan, known as Murali, plans to pursue an Executive Doctorate in Management, focusing on “Consumer Behaviour on Technology Platforms,” while continuing to support Xiaomi India as an independent Strategic Advisor.

Joining Xiaomi India in 2018, Murali held several key positions, including Chief Operating Officer, before being elevated to President in 2022. His leadership has been instrumental in enhancing Xiaomi’s brand presence and shaping its strategic direction, significantly impacting public affairs and overall operations.

Adam Zeng, Senior Vice President of the Group and President of the International Business Department, expressed his gratitude for Murali’s contributions, stating, “Under Murali's leadership, Xiaomi has seen exceptional success in India, continuing to be a key player in the technology landscape and connecting millions to innovative products. We deeply appreciate his contribution, and our commitment to India's growth journey remains stronger than ever.”

Reflecting on his time at Xiaomi, Murali remarked, “My experience at Xiaomi India has been one of the most fulfilling chapters of my career. The values of sincerity and passion that Xiaomi embodies have been central to our journey. I am immensely proud of what we have accomplished together in such a dynamic market.”

Xiaomi India maintains a robust leadership team to support its ongoing mission of innovation. Sudhin Mathur, with over 30 years of industry experience, will continue to guide critical operations as Chief Operating Officer. Key leaders including Sameer Rao (CFO), Varun Madan (CPO), and Anuj Sharma (CMO) will further strengthen the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality technology experiences and ambitious goals for the future.

As Xiaomi India continues to expand its product ecosystem and enhance user experiences, the company aims to solidify its position as a leader in the Indian consumer electronics market.