Avanade has appointed Achal Kataria as the Managing Director and CEO of Avanade India, effective immediately, as the company moves into its next phase of growth in the Indian market.
Achal Kataria will lead the company’s India business as organizations increasingly adopt cloud technologies and invest in artificial intelligence (AI) transformation.
The appointment of Achal Kataria marks an important step in Avanade’s growth strategy in India and reflects the company’s long-term commitment to a market experiencing rapid cloud adoption, strong momentum in AI and increasing investment across emerging enterprises and the mid-market.
Avanade said organizations in India are increasingly seeking partners capable of delivering reliable and measurable transformation outcomes.
With Achal Kataria taking charge, the company will focus on strengthening its presence and helping clients move from AI experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation.
Since entering the Indian market, Avanade has continued to expand its local capabilities while deepening collaboration with Microsoft and Accenture.
The company has also been supporting organizations seeking to scale digital and AI initiatives across their businesses.
“India is a strategic growth market for Avanade, and Achal’s appointment is an important next step in building our business in the country,” said Bhavya Kapoor, President, APAC and Global SMEC & Catalyst Solutions.
“Achal brings the combination of leadership experience, customer understanding and operational expertise needed to scale our business and deepen our impact with clients.
His appointment reflects our commitment to investing in local leadership and building a business that delivers lasting value for organizations across India.”
Achal Kataria Brings More Than Three Decades of Experience
Achal Kataria brings more than three decades of experience across technology services, enterprise transformation, global operations and commercial leadership.
His experience spans several industries, including banking, insurance, healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications and life sciences.
Before joining Avanade, Achal Kataria led Cognizant’s India business, where he was responsible for driving growth, strengthening strategic client relationships and expanding the company’s market presence.
Throughout his career, Achal Kataria has also held senior leadership positions at EXL, Tech Mahindra, Genpact and Hughes Software Systems, building experience across technology services and business operations.
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Achal Kataria to Lead Avanade India Strategy and Operations
As Managing Director and CEO, Achal Kataria will lead Avanade’s business strategy and operations in India.
His responsibilities will include working closely with clients, partners and employees to accelerate growth, strengthen the company’s market presence and help organizations realize measurable business outcomes from digital and AI transformation.
The appointment comes as Avanade continues to position its India business around cloud technologies, AI and enterprise transformation.
Under Achal Kataria, the company will work with organizations seeking to translate technology investments into measurable business outcomes.
“Having worked closely with organizations across India for many years, I’ve seen firsthand the ambition and pace at which businesses are embracing transformation,” said Achal Kataria, Managing Director and CEO, Avanade, India.
“Avanade has built a strong foundation in the market and is uniquely positioned to help clients translate AI and cloud investments into real business impact.
I’m excited to join the team and help shape the next phase of growth in India while creating meaningful outcomes for our clients, partners and employees.”
With Achal Kataria assuming the role of Managing Director and CEO, Avanade India will continue its focus on supporting organizations as they advance their digital and AI transformation journeys while strengthening the company’s business and market presence in the country.
