NTT DATA appoints Alok Bajpai managing director, India, Global Data Centers

NTT DATA, a global player in digital business and technology services, has appointed Alok Bajpai the managing director, India, for its Global Data Centers division. In this expanded leadership role, Bajpai will drive the company’s growth strategy in one of its most dynamic and rapidly evolving markets.

Previously serving as CFO of NTT Global Data Centers India, Bajpai played a pivotal role in advancing strategic initiatives and establishing a strong financial foundation for scalable growth. As managing director, he will now oversee business operations and lead market expansion efforts across the region.

“India is a fast-growing and important market in our overall global growth strategy, and Alok’s appointment ensures we will continue to deliver world-class infrastructure with agility and speed,” said Doug Adams, CEO and President, NTT Global Data Centers in a statement. “His strategic leadership will help guide our next phase of development in the region and support our commitment to sustainable innovation around the globe.”


“India’s data center market is at a pivotal moment, driven by the rising demand for scalable, secure, and high-performance infrastructure to power the nation’s digital evolution,” said Bajpai. “My vision is to help build a future-ready ecosystem that addresses today’s enterprise needs while contributing to India’s broader economic and technological progress.”

Bajpai brings over three decades of global leadership experience across diverse industries. With deep expertise in operational restructuring, financial strategy, and mergers and acquisitions, he has held senior executive roles at companies including AdaniConneX, CSS Corp, Intelligroup, and Infosys.

He is a chartered accountant in India, a certified public accountant in the US, and holds a graduate degree in management from Alliance Manchester Business School.