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Former Intel India head Avtar Saini, known for his role in designing the Pentium processor, was tragically killed in a cycling accident in Navi Mumbai. Saini, 68, was hit by a speeding cab while riding with fellow cyclists. Despite wearing a helmet, he suffered severe injuries and was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. The cab driver, Hrishikesh Khade, has been booked for rash and negligent driving causing death.

Avtar Saini had a lengthy career at Intel, spanning from 1982 to 2004.

The incident occurred at 5:50 am between Nerul junction and the NRI-Seawoods signal, when a cab collided with Saini's bicycle from behind, causing him to skid and sustain severe injuries. , Technology & Science News, Times Now

He earned a master's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Minnesota, US.

Mumbai: Avtar Saini, the former Intel India head, who played a pivotal role in designing the Pentium processor, died on Wednesday morning following an accident in Navi Mumbai, media reports said.