Infosys has confirmed that Lax Gopisetty, the chief of its subsidiary Infosys Public Services, is currently unreachable following the severe flash floods that have devastated parts of Nepal. Gopisetty was in the region for a personal visit when the natural disaster struck, leading to widespread concern.
The Bengaluru-headquartered IT services giant stated its immediate priority is to ensure Gopisetty's safety and well-being. The company is actively collaborating with relevant agencies to gather information and establish contact, while simultaneously providing comprehensive support to his family during this challenging period.
Infosys Public Services Chief's Role
Lax Gopisetty leads Infosys Public Services, a key subsidiary primarily focused on serving government clients across North America, including the United States and Canada. His role involves advising public sector organizations on critical areas such as strategy, technology, operations, and transformation to help them achieve their mission objectives.
Before assuming his current leadership position, Gopisetty served as a Global Vice President at Infosys. In that capacity, he headed the Business Applications and Digital Workspace Service, successfully expanding its reach globally across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. His extensive career also includes leadership roles at prominent consulting firms like Accenture, BearingPoint, IBM, PwC, and HCL, where he was instrumental in building high-growth practices.
Devastation in Nepal
The flash floods in Nepal have caused immense devastation, resulting in a tragic loss of life and leaving many individuals missing or stranded. The Ministry of External Affairs reported that hundreds of Indian nationals are among those affected, with many missing and others stranded on the Chinese side of the Nepal-Tibet border.
Rescue and recovery efforts have been complicated by extensive damage to infrastructure, including roads, and significant disruptions to communication networks. Nepali authorities, after initially considering a limited scope for international aid, have now indicated a willingness to accept specialized international assistance for tasks such as tunnel rescues, DNA testing, and forensic examinations to aid in identifying victims and locating survivors.