IT major Tech Mahindra's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sanjay Kalra has resigned from the company to pursue other interests, the company said today.

Kalra was with Tech Mahindra for six years.

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Nayyar had served as the chief executive till last year, when Kalra took over as the CEO, it added.

"Sanjay has been a key player in Tech Mahindra's growth. The board would like to acknowledge his vision, leadership and dedication in enabling the company achieve a premier position in the telecommunication vertical," Tech Mahindra Chairman, Anand Mahindra, said.

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