Prabhjeet Singh, President of Uber India and South Asia, has stepped down from his role, marking a significant leadership change for the ride-hailing giant in one of its key markets. The departure comes nearly a month after Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi visited India, where he met with Gautam Adani and announced plans to set up the company's first data center in the country in partnership with the Adani Group.
Leadership Transition at Uber India
Singh's resignation was confirmed on June 26, 2026, with the company stating that he is moving on from Uber. The announcement did not specify his future plans or the immediate successor. Singh had been with Uber since 2016 and played a pivotal role in expanding the company's operations across India and South Asia, navigating regulatory challenges and competitive pressures from rivals like Ola.
CEO's India Visit and Strategic Moves
Khosrowshahi's visit in May 2026 highlighted Uber's deepening commitment to India. During the trip, he met with Gautam Adani in Ahmedabad and tweeted, "Great to meet @gautam_adani in Ahmedabad this morning and build on our existing partnership with the Adani group. As India fast emerges as a leading innovation hub for @Uber, we are setting up our first data center in the country with the Adani Group to test and deploy our tech." This partnership underscores Uber's focus on leveraging India's tech talent and infrastructure for global innovation.
Impact on Uber's India Operations
India remains a critical market for Uber, with millions of users and a growing demand for mobility services. Singh's departure comes at a time when the company is ramping up investments in technology and data centers. The leadership change may affect ongoing projects, but Uber has emphasized continuity and a strong local team. Analysts suggest that Singh's exit could be part of a broader restructuring or a personal career move. Uber has not yet announced a replacement, but insiders indicate that internal candidates are being considered.
Singh's tenure saw Uber expand into new cities, launch affordable ride options, and improve driver-partner relations. His leadership was instrumental in steering the company through the pandemic and post-pandemic recovery. The company's India operations have been profitable in recent quarters, contributing positively to Uber's global bottom line.
Industry Reactions and Future Outlook
Industry experts view Singh's resignation as a natural transition in a dynamic market. "Prabhjeet Singh was a steady hand for Uber in India, and his departure will create a vacuum, but Uber has a strong bench," said a senior analyst. The company is expected to announce a successor in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, Uber continues to focus on innovation, including electric vehicles and public transport integration, as part of its long-term strategy in India.
