Bharti Hexacom Reloads Its Finance Playbook as Kathikeyan Velu Steps In as CFO

Bharti Hexacom Limited, the regional arm of Bharti Airtel serving key circles such as Rajasthan and the North-East, has approved the appointment of Kathikeyan Velu as Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 January 2026, subject to usual regulatory and corporate formalities. In his new role, Velu will lead the company’s finance function, including business planning, budgeting, treasury management, controllership and compliance.

The move comes at a time when the telecom sector is navigating elevated capex for 4G/5G networks, changing tariff dynamics and an evolving regulatory environment. A seasoned finance leader at the helm is expected to help Bharti Hexacom sharpen its focus on return on capital, cost optimisation and transparent communication with investors and lenders.

Key highlights

Appointment of Kathikeyan Velu as CFO of Bharti Hexacom, effective 1 January 2026.

Responsibilities to include finance, accounts, treasury, risk management and compliance.

Move aligned with ongoing investments in network expansion and technology upgrades.

Aims to strengthen financial discipline, capital allocation and stakeholder communication.

Appointment made in line with applicable corporate governance and listing norms.

Sources: Bharti Hexacom Limited