The tech industry mourns the loss of Avtar Saini, former head of Intel India, who tragically passed away in a cycling accident at the age of His contributions to microprocessor design and legacy in the industry continue to inspire.
Former head of Intel India, Avtar Saini, tragically passed away in a cycling accident in Mumbai at the age of 68. Despite wearing a helmet, he was hit by a speeding taxi on Palm Beach Road in Nerul. The cab driver, Hrishikesh Khade, is now facing charges of rash and negligent driving resulting in death.
Saini, a developer and microprocessor designer, held a bachelor’s degree from VJTI, Mumbai, and a master’s degree from the University of Minnesota. He made significant contributions during his time at Intel from 1982 to 2004, playing a vital role in the development of processors like the Intel 386, Intel 486, and Pentium. Saini’s expertise in the field is evident as he holds 7 patents in microprocessor designing.
Living alone in Mumbai after his wife’s passing three years ago, Saini was planning to visit his children in the US next month. He was instrumental in establishing the Intel R&D centre in India and his work on processors like the Intel 386, 486, and Pentium is well-recognized.
Throughout his career, Saini rose to the position of vice president of Intel India before departing from the company in 2004. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, highlighting his immense contributions to microprocessor design.
This tragic accident has also sparked concerns about road safety for cyclists in Mumbai, underscoring the need for enhanced measures to protect vulnerable road users.
Despite his untimely demise, Avtar Saini’s legacy in the field of microprocessor design will continue to inspire and influence future generations of tech professionals.
