New Delhi: Yatra Online Limited (“Yatra”), India’s largest corporate travel services provider and among the country’s leading online travel platforms, has announced a strategic leadership transition aimed at accelerating its next phase of growth and global expansion.
In a significant development, Yatra Co-Founder Dhruv Shringi, who has led the company since its inception as Chief Executive Officer, has been elevated to the role of Executive Chairman. In this capacity, he will focus on long-term strategy, global market expansion, innovation-led value creation, and deeper collaboration with the Board and senior leadership.
Simultaneously, Yatra has appointed Siddhartha Gupta as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 25 November 2025. With over 25 years of experience in enterprise technology, B2B SaaS, and digital transformation, Siddhartha has held leadership roles at SAP, HP, and several high-growth SaaS ventures across India and international markets. His appointment comes at a time when Yatra is strengthening its B2B-first strategy and scaling its suite of managed travel solutions.
Commenting on the leadership transition, Dhruv Shringi, Executive Chairman, Yatra Online, said, “It has been a privilege to lead Yatra since its inception and to see it evolve into one of India’s most trusted and innovative travel brands, serving both corporate and consumer segments. With Siddhartha coming on board, we are bringing in the right leadership at the right time. His depth of experience in enterprise sales and SaaS aligns perfectly with Yatra’s B2B-first strategy. Yatra has always been ahead of the curve in anticipating the needs of businesses, and with Siddhartha’s expertise, I am confident we will not only consolidate our leadership in India but also unlock new growth opportunities globally. I look forward to collaborating with Siddharth and the team to further strengthen Yatra’s leadership in corporate travel and expand our footprint globally.”
Sharing his vision for the company, Siddharth Gupta, CEO, Yatra Online, said, “I am excited to join Yatra at such a pivotal point in its journey. The company has built a strong foundation with a powerful brand, deep customer relationships, and a leadership position in the corporate travel space. My focus will be on accelerating growth, enhancing our technology and service portfolio, and delivering greater value to our customers. Together, we will scale Yatra to new heights, strengthen our international presence, and continue setting benchmarks in managed business travel.”
Over the past 12 months, Yatra has added 148 new corporate clients, representing an annual potential business of over Rs 700 crore. This momentum highlights the company’s strengthening leadership in the managed business travel segment and underscores rising enterprise demand for high-quality, tech-enabled travel solutions.
With a combination of seasoned leadership and fresh strategic expertise, Yatra is now positioned to enter a robust new growth chapter. The company remains focused on deepening market penetration in India, expanding internationally, and delivering enhanced value through innovation, technology, and customer-centric travel management.
