Sunitha Simon bids farewell to Bharti Airtel after over 16 years

Sunitha Simon has announced her departure from Bharti Airtel, bringing to a close a 16.6-year stint with the telecom major, where she most recently served as Head of Communications for the Consumer Business in India.

Sharing the news on LinkedIn, Simon reflected on her journey with the company, describing Airtel as more than just a workplace. “After 16.6 unforgettable, electric years, I’m signing off from Airtel — a brand that’s been my heartbeat, my hustle, and my home. Today I sign off as the head of communications for consumer business in India.”

She added, “Airtel has always been pure dynamism: its pace, its rush, and the beautiful chaos of building something world-class every single day.”

During her tenure, Simon played a pivotal role in shaping Airtel's communications strategy, delivering cohesive and targeted messaging across diverse media platforms. She led strategic communication planning, public affairs, and media initiatives aimed at strengthening the company's brand reputation and reinforcing its leadership in India's digital telecom landscape.

Reflecting on some of the defining milestones she witnessed, Simon said, “From the dawn of 3G to the leap into 5G, from the first Apple tie-up to launching the world’s first spam solution, to bringing the power of AI into the hands of millions of Indians — I was right there, crafting announcements that broke the news and set the tone. Every sprint, every sleepless night, every breakthrough was powered by one thing: customer obsession.”

Over the course of her career at Airtel, Simon was closely associated with several landmark initiatives, including the company's technology evolution from 3G to 5G, strategic partnerships, and major product launches. Her work focused on driving impactful corporate and consumer communications aligned with business objectives while building trust among stakeholders.

Simon has not yet announced her next professional move.