Info Edge appoints Rajappa and Magow as independent directors
Info Edge (India) Limited has appointed Ms. Radha Rajappa and Mr. Rajesh Magow as Non-Executive Independent Directors for a five-year term from June 9, 2026, to June 8, 2031, pending shareholder approval. The Board approved the appointments based on the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. Ms. Rajappa brings extensive technology industry experience from roles at Mindtree, IBM, and Microsoft, while Mr. Magow contributes over three decades of leadership in finance and strategy as Co-Founder and Group CEO of MakeMyTrip.

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Info Edge (India) Limited has strengthened its board with the appointment of two new Non-Executive Independent Directors, effective June 9, 2026. The company appointed Ms. Radha Rajappa and Mr. Rajesh Magow to these positions for a term of five years, concluding on June 8, 2031. These appointments are subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
The Board of Directors approved the appointments during a meeting held on June 8, 2026. The decision was based on the recommendations of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee. The company confirmed that neither appointee is related to any existing director and both are free from disqualifications under SEBI regulations.
Director Profiles
Ms. Radha Rajappa brings over three decades of experience in executive leadership roles within the technology industry. Her career includes a 16-year tenure at Mindtree, where she incubated and scaled digital and technology businesses. She has also worked with global technology giants IBM and Microsoft. Currently, she serves as the Executive Chairperson of Flutura, an Industrial AI startup, and holds independent directorships at Zensar Technologies, Bata India, and KFin Technologies. She holds a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering and a management degree from IIM Bangalore.
Mr. Rajesh Magow is the Co-Founder and Group Chief Executive Officer of MakeMyTrip. With over three decades of experience spanning finance, operations, and strategy, he has played a key role in MakeMyTrip's milestones, including its NASDAQ listing in 2010 and the merger with Ibibo Group. Prior to MakeMyTrip, he served as CFO & Head of Financial Services at Ebookers and held regional leadership roles at Aptech Limited. He is a Chartered Accountant and currently serves as the Chairman of the FICCI Tourism Committee.
Appointment Details
The following table outlines the key details regarding the new appointments:
| S.No. | Director Name | DIN | Date of Appointment | Term of Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ms. Radha Rajappa | 08530439 | June 9, 2026 | June 9, 2026 to June 8, 2031 |
| 2 | Mr. Rajesh Magow | 00195044 | June 9, 2026 | June 9, 2026 to June 8, 2031 |
Commenting on the strategic move, Mr. Kapil Kapoor, Chairman, stated that the rich experience of the new directors across technology, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation will add immense value to the company and strengthen the Board's strategic capabilities.
Historical Stock Returns for Info Edge
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.09% | +0.42% | +3.66% | -28.05% | -32.23% | +7.17% |
How will Ms. Rajappa's expertise in Industrial AI influence Info Edge's product roadmap for its recruitment platforms?
Can Mr. Magow's experience with the MakeMyTrip-Ibibo merger provide strategic guidance for potential consolidation in the online recruitment sector?
What specific digital transformation initiatives does the board plan to prioritize with the addition of these new directors?


































