Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) Names Dhananjay Joshi as Chairman.

Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) Names Dhananjay Joshi as Chairman.

Asif Iqbal | September 18, 2023 | 09:40 AM IST | Breaking News, India | Follow on Google News

Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) Names Dhananjay Joshi as Chairma.

Changing of the Guard

Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) recently made a significant announcement that will reshape the leadership landscape of the telecom industry. Dhananjay Joshi, the Managing Director and CEO of Summit Digital, has been appointed as the new Chairman of DIPA, taking over from Akhil Gupta, Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, who had been at the helm of the industry body since 2011.

Sandeep Girotra Assumes the Role of Vice Chairman

In an official statement released by DIPA, Sandeep Girotra, the CEO of American Tower India, was named as the new Vice Chairman of the association. These changes in leadership will officially come into effect from October 1, 2023. This transition marks a significant moment for the telecommunications industry in India, as Dhananjay Joshi and Sandeep Girotra step into their respective roles, bringing their expertise and vision to guide DIPA into a new era.

Leadership Announced at Annual General Body Meeting

The stage for this transformation was set during DIPA’s annual general body meeting for the term 2022-23. The industry body took this opportunity to announce the leadership changes that will shape its direction for the term 2023-24. Dhananjay Joshi, now the Chairman of DIPA, has taken over from Akhil Gupta, who had diligently served as Chairman since 2011. Concurrently, Sandeep Girotra has assumed the role of Vice-Chairman, succeeding Amit Sharma, the former Vice-Chairman and EVP at American Tower Corporation (ATC).

Akhil Gupta as Patron Member

In a notable development, Akhil Gupta has graciously accepted the request of the executive committee members to hold the position of Patron Member within DIPA. This gesture underscores the importance of continuity and experience within the association’s leadership structure.

These changes within DIPA’s leadership represent a forward-looking approach, with an eye on the evolving landscape of the digital infrastructure and telecom industry in India. The new leadership team brings a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to the table, promising exciting times ahead for the association and the industry as a whole.

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