Former TCS director and past Nasscom chairman Phiroz Vandrevala dies

Phiroz Vandrevala played a seminal role in the growth of the Indian IT industry, serving on many industry bodies

Phiroz Vandrevala, former director and senior leader at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) passed away at the age of 70, the IT services giant informed on January 9. Vandrevala, an IT industry veteran was also a former chairman of Nasscom and was instrumental in taking TCS public in 2004.

“We are saddened to share the news of the passing of Phiroz Vandrevala, former Director on the Board of TCS,” TCS said in a statement.

In a statement, Nasscom said, “Remembering Phiroz Vandrevala, a distinguished past Chairman of Nasscom and former senior leader at TCS. His leadership was pivotal during a critical period in our history.”

“A remarkable professional and an extraordinary human being, he will be deeply missed. His contributions to the industry and community will always be remembered. Condolences to the family and colleague,” the technology industry body said.

Vandrevala joined TCS back in 1982 and served as a key part of the leadership team for decades. As Vice-Chairman and MD of Diligenta, he led TCS’s life insurance and pensions industry business to new heights. His last role in the company was as the Executive Director between 2007-2016.

“Over his long tenure in the company, he made many significant contributions, including being part of the efforts to take TCS public in its IPO in 2004, opening up new markets, and mentoring a new generation of TCSers,” the TCS statement added.

Vandrevala had played a seminal role in the growth of the Indian IT industry, serving on many industry bodies, including as Chairman of Nasscom, Co-Chair of the Indo-British Partnership, and represented industry and country in many other important global forums. He was widely regarded by the business community and the government.