Deepinder Goyal Resigns as Eternal CEO
Analysis based on 63 articles · First reported Jan 21, 2026 · Last updated Jan 22, 2026
The market will likely view Zomato's resignation as Group CEO of Eternal with mixed sentiment, as a key founder steps down but remains involved as Vice Chairman. The appointment of Albinder Singh Dhindsa, who successfully led Zomato — Blinkit to breakeven, could instill confidence in the company's continued focus on growth, particularly in quick commerce.
Zomato, founder of Eternal (formerly Zomato), has resigned as Group CEO, effective February 1, 2026, to pursue new high-risk ventures outside the scope of a public company. He will transition to the role of Vice Chairman on the board of directors. Albinder Singh Dhindsa, the current CEO of Zomato — Blinkit, a subsidiary of Eternal, will succeed Goyal as Group CEO. Goyal emphasized that this change in title does not reflect a change in his commitment to Eternal, which he considers his life's work. He will remain deeply involved in long-term strategy, culture, and governance. As a gesture, Goyal announced that all his unvested stock options would revert to the employee pool. Dhindsa is credited with leading Zomato — Blinkit from acquisition to breakeven, and Zomato — Blinkit remains Eternal's largest growth opportunity.
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