Aurobindo Pharma named K.Nithyananda Reddy, as managing director of the company. Reddy who is part of the promoter family is serving as the vice chairman and whole-time director. Reddy's appointment will come into effect from January 1, 2022.

The tenure of his appointment will end on May 31, 2024. Reddy will be replacing N Govindarajan who has tendered his resignation as the managing director on the company's board citing personal reasons. Govindarajan's last day with the company is December 31.

Mr. Reddy has been a key member of Aurobindo leadership and has played a pivotal role in the company's growth journey since inception. A veteran of the pharma industry, he has expertise in manufacturing technology and has been actively involved in the overall affairs and the strategic decision making of the company.