He was on the current tenure extension for more than two years since late 2020. The position has been taken up temporarily by Jayen Mehta.
“I was on an extension for over two years, and my resignation was pending with the board for a long time. I will continue to be associated with the dairy industry in one or the other way,” Sodhi told News18.com, confirming the development. Sodhi is also the president of Indian Dairy Association.
Sodhi joined the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) as a sales officer over 40 years ago. He has been the managing director of the dairy sector cooperative giant since June 2010.
Jayen Mehta is the chief operating officer of the GCMMF. He joined Amul in May 1991 and worked in various roles as brand manager, group product manager and general manager in marketing function.
