Newgen Software Technologies has appointed long-time executive Tarun Nandwani as CEO for an 18-month term starting August 1, 2026, replacing Virender Jeet. The move is part of a leadership restructuring including new roles for Pramod Kumar and T S Varadarajan.
- Tarun Nandwani appointed CEO, tenure from Aug 2026 to Jan 2028
- Pramod Kumar named Chief Growth Officer, focused on expansion
- Co-founder T S Varadarajan becomes Vice Chairman alongside current duties
What happened
Newgen Software Technologies announced Tarun Nandwani as its new CEO effective August 1, 2026, for an 18-month term ending January 31, 2028. Nandwani, who has been with the company for 33 years and currently serves as Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Virender Jeet, who is stepping down at the end of August 2026 for personal and professional reasons.
Alongside Nandwani's appointment, the company named Pramod Kumar as Chief Growth Officer, effective the same date. Kumar was previously Vice President of Sales in Newgen’s Singapore subsidiary. Additionally, co-founder and Whole-time Director T S Varadarajan has been appointed Vice Chairman, assuming this title immediately while maintaining his existing responsibilities.
Why it matters
Nandwani’s transition to CEO marks a continuation of leadership heavily rooted in internal expertise and long-term company knowledge, given his 33-year tenure. His prior role as COO saw Newgen through critical expansions in revenue, profitability, and global reach, underpinned by strengthened customer and product portfolios.
The appointments of Kumar as Chief Growth Officer and Varadarajan as Vice Chairman create a leadership dynamic focused on aggressive growth and strategic oversight. This new structure is intended to leverage executive strengths to sustain momentum in market presence and execution amid a competitive IT landscape in India and internationally.
What to watch next
Stakeholders will be attentive to how Nandwani’s leadership influences Newgen’s growth trajectory during his 18-month term, particularly regarding innovation, market expansion, and client acquisition. Observers will also track initiatives led by Pramod Kumar to accelerate sales and growth efforts across key markets.
Additionally, T S Varadarajan’s role as Vice Chairman will be important in guiding corporate governance and strategic decisions. Together, this revamped leadership team’s effectiveness in navigating evolving technology trends and competitive pressures will be pivotal to Newgen’s success moving forward.