Zepto, India’s leading quick commerce platform, has named Rachit Ranjan as its Chief Public Policy Officer, marking a significant step in bolstering its regulatory and government affairs capabilities. Ranjan will spearhead the company’s efforts in shaping and navigating the public policy landscape as Zepto continues its rapid expansion across the country.
Welcoming Ranjan to the leadership team, Aadit Palicha, Co-founder and CEO of Zepto, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Rachit to Zepto. As we scale rapidly across India, having a sharp, mission-driven leader in public policy is more important than ever. Rachit brings a deep understanding of the policy landscape and a proven ability to build trust with diverse stakeholders—qualities that are crucial to navigating a fast-evolving regulatory environment and building long-term value.”
Sharing his excitement about the new role, Ranjan added: “Zepto’s incredible growth story has captured the imagination of the entire country. I’m thrilled to join Zepto at such a transformative time for both the company and the quick commerce space. I look forward to working with the amazing team at Zepto to deliver innovation that is responsible and aligned with the broader vision of inclusive growth. In doing so, I also look forward to working in partnership with the Government and stakeholders to ensure Zepto plays a crucial role in realising India’s techade.”
With over 15 years of experience in public policy, regulatory affairs, and legal strategy, Ranjan brings extensive expertise across the technology sector. An alumnus of UC Berkeley School of Law and NUJS, his previous leadership roles at Dream11, WhatsApp, JUUL Labs, and Uber have positioned him at the intersection of technology, governance, and societal impact.
As Zepto continues to innovate in the quick commerce space, Ranjan’s appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to responsible growth, regulatory collaboration, and long-term value creation in India’s digital ecosystem.
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