Who is Sanjay Mehrotra, the Indian-origin Micron CEO who has joined the billionaire ranks?

Sanjay Mehrotra, the Indian-origin chief executive of Micron Technology, has joined the ranks of billionaires, according to recent wealth estimates. Mehrotra, who was born in India and later moved to the United States, has led the memory chip maker since 2017.

Under Mehrotra's leadership, Micron has seen significant growth, driven by demand for memory chips used in data centers, smartphones, and other electronics. The company's stock performance has boosted his net worth, crossing the billion-dollar threshold.

Mehrotra co-founded SanDisk in 1988 and served as its president and CEO before its acquisition by Western Digital. He holds a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, and a master's degree from the University of California, Berkeley.

His entry into the billionaire club highlights the success of Indian-origin executives in the global technology industry. Mehrotra continues to oversee Micron's expansion, including investments in manufacturing facilities in the United States and abroad.