Chinese smart devices firm Xiaomi's India head Muralikrishnan B has resigned from the company to pursue his interest in academic research.

Muralikrishnan B, President of Xiaomi India, has stepped down as the company seeks to reclaim its top position in India’s smartphone market, according to Moneycontrol.

Xiaomi India President Muralikrishnan B resigned after six years to pursue a doctorate. He will stay on as an advisor until the end of 2024. COO Sudhi

Xiaomi India's President, Muralikrishnan B, is stepping down at the end of the year to pursue academic research. Muralikrishnan's tenure saw Xiaomi India achieve exceptional success, becoming a key player in the tech landscape.

His departure coincides with heightened scrutiny from government authorities over alleged violations related to foreign exchange.

Xiaomi's India President Muralikrishnan B on Tuesday resigned from his position to pursue a doctorate at the Indian School of Business. However, in a statement shared with Times Now Tech, the Chinese smartphone maker says that Murali will continue to support Xiaomi India as an independent Strategic Advisor.

After leading the smartphone market in India for several years, Xiaomi has been making efforts to reclaim its numero uno position.

Muralikrishnan’s exit comes shortly after Xiaomi India appointed Sudhin Mathur, former managing director at Motorola and Lenovo, as the company's chief operating officer.