The news of the resignation of Gaurav Gupta, the co-founder of online food delivery platform Zomato, has come as a surprise to many. Gupta, who had been with the company since its inception, stepped down from his role without giving any reasons for his decision. The news has left many wondering what lies ahead for the company.
Zomato Co-Founder Resigns
Gaurav Gupta, the co-founder of Zomato, has resigned from the company. Gupta had been with the company since its inception in 2008, and was one of the key figures behind its growth and success. He had been serving as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) since 2018. However, the company has not disclosed the reason for Gupta’s departure.
Reason for Departure Not Disclosed
The company has not disclosed the reason for Gupta’s departure. In a statement, Zomato said, “Gaurav Gupta, COO and Co-Founder of Zomato, has decided to move on from the company. We thank him for his immense contribution to Zomato over the years and wish him the best in his future endeavours.”
Gaurav Gupta’s Contributions to Zomato
Gaurav Gupta was one of the founding members of Zomato. He had been instrumental in the growth and success of the company. Gupta was instrumental in the company’s expansion into new markets, building products, and driving innovation. He was also responsible for the company’s entry into the food delivery space.
Company Reacts to News of Resignation
The news of Gupta’s resignation has been met with shock and disappointment by the company’s employees. In an internal memo, Zomato’s CEO Deepinder Goyal said, “Gaurav has been an integral part of Zomato’s journey and his contribution to the growth of the company is invaluable. We wish him the best for his future endeavours.”
Challenges Faced by Zomato in Recent Years
Zomato has faced a number of challenges in recent years. The company has been embroiled in a legal battle with its rival Swiggy over allegations of false advertising. Zomato has also had to contend with a slowdown in the Indian food delivery market, as well as increased competition from other players in the space.
What Lies Ahead for the Company?
It remains to be seen what lies ahead for Zomato following the departure of Gaurav Gupta. The company will have