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Vidyut Gulati to Join Cairn India as General Counsel

August 20, 2026

Vidyut Gulati is set to transition from Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas to become General Counsel at Cairn India, bringing a wealth of experience to the role.

Vidyut Gulati Becomes General Counsel at Cairn India

Vidyut Gulati, a partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, will join Cairn India as General Counsel. This announcement comes as part of her decision to transition into an in-house role, a move celebrated by her colleagues at the firm.

To commence her new position in December, Gulati has built a robust career spanning nearly a decade at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas, having initially joined the firm in 2006. This experience positions her well for leading the legal functions at Cairn India as it navigates complex regulatory and operational challenges.

The appointment is seen as a strategic move for Cairn India as they continue to enhance their legal capabilities and address the increasing regulatory environment in the oil and gas sector.

For practitioners in corporate law, this transition highlights the trend of experienced legal professionals moving to in-house roles, enriching their respective organizations with diverse expertise.

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