‘This is not failure, This is maturity’: Anupam Mittal on Deepinder Goyal’s exit, Stepping down as CEOs
- Posted on January 22, 2026
- By Financial Express
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‘This is not failure, This is maturity’: Anupam Mittal on Deepinder Goyal’s exit, Stepping down as CEOs

When Zomato co-founder Deepinder Goyal stepped aside as CEO of Eternal, it sparked speculation, but startup veteran Anupam Mittal says founder exits signal maturity, not failure. He highlights that scaling startups need professional management, and stepping aside allows companies to thrive while founders retain upside, aligning India with global tech practices.