HCLTech Appoints Amitabh Kant as Independent Director

HCLTech has appointed Amitabh Kant, India’s former G20 Sherpa, as an independent director on its board effective September 8.

Kant played a key role in India’s G20 Presidency in 2022-23, leading negotiations that resulted in the unanimous New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration. His work pushed forward global consensus on issues such as digital public infrastructure, climate finance, technology, and geopolitical cooperation.

Over a career spanning several decades, Kant has served in top government roles, including CEO of NITI Aayog, where he oversaw initiatives like the Aspirational Districts Program aimed at improving governance and development in India’s most backward regions. 

He also helmed the Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion, the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor Development Corporation, and earlier, as Secretary of Tourism in Kerala, launched the “God’s Own Country” campaign that went on to inspire the nationwide “Incredible India” initiative.

At the national level, he has been closely associated with flagship programs such as Make in India, Startup India, the Ease of Doing Business reforms, and Production Linked Incentive schemes.

“We are delighted to have Amitabh Kant join the Board. His rich experience in building public sector institutions and contribution to India’s reforms will offer immense insights towards shaping HCLTech’s growth strategy,” said Roshni Nadar Malhotra, chairperson, HCLTech.

C. Vijayakumar, CEO & managing director of HCLTech, said, “Amitabh Kant joins us at a pivotal moment in our journey as well as within the industry. His thought leadership and long-term thinking will be invaluable in shaping our strategy.”

Kant said he looked forward to contributing to the company’s growth, calling HCLTech “among the finest corporate institutions in India.”