Amazon India Head's Surprising Exit Amid Rapid Expansion

Amazon.com's India country head, Manish Tiwary, has resigned after an eight-year tenure, effective in October. His departure coincides with Amazon’s ambitious $26 billion investment plan in India by 2030. Despite this growth, Amazon confronts a stringent regulatory environment and ongoing antitrust investigations.

Amazon.com India's country head Manish Tiwary has resigned after an eight-year stint and will leave the e-commerce giant in October, the company said on Tuesday. His resignation coincides with Amazon's expansive $26 billion investment strategy in India, set for completion by 2030, amid a rigorous regulatory climate.

Tiwary decided to pursue other opportunities outside the company, Amazon noted, without further details. He will remain until October to facilitate a smooth transition. Tiwary did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Reuters initially reported on Tiwary's exit earlier Tuesday.

Amazon has yet to appoint a successor for the role in India. However, Amit Agarwal, senior vice president for emerging markets, will maintain a close collaboration with the India team. Amazon emphasized that India remains a critical market priority.

The e-commerce giant faces an antitrust investigation for allegedly favoring select sellers on its Indian platform, accusations it denies. Reuters previously revealed in 2021 that Amazon conducted a systematic campaign to create knockoff products and manipulate search results to favor its own brands—allegations Amazon has also refuted.

(With inputs from agencies.)