Bimal Khandelwal Appointed CEO of ST Telemedia Global Data Centres India

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), announces the appointment of Bimal Khandelwal as the new Chief Executive Officer for STT GDC India, effective October 5th, taking over Sumit Mukhija, who has decided to step down to explore personal pursuits after successfully leading STT GDC India's data center operations since 2016.

He has over 25 years of industry experience. From October 5th, Bimal will focus on driving digital transformation for businesses and enterprises in India. He was previously positioned as the Chief Financial Officer for STT GDC India. Bimal has played a crucial role in shaping STT GDC India's expansion strategy, emphasizing responsible development and sustainable growth.

Since joining STT GDC in 2017, Bimal has had major contributions in implementing robust financial processes and governance practices. He has also directed the company’s capital procurement and growth strategies while managing CSR and ESG initiatives. His rich leadership history encompasses roles at Idea Cellular, Aircel Ltd., Tata Teleservices, and Birla Sun Life.

Bruno Lopez, President and Group Chief Executive Officer of ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, stated, “Bimal has been an essential part of our growth narrative in India over the past seven years. The Board of Directors and leadership team are confident that under his stewardship, STT GDC India will continue to prosper and achieve its business goals in the years ahead.