Rajeev Chandrasekhar is among the rare breed of politicians who deeply understand the intricacies of technology and its impact on society, blending technical expertise with legislative acumen to shape forward-thinking policies.
With a background in electrical engineering and computer science, Chandrasekhar began his career at Intel before returning to India to make his mark in the telecom industry. He founded BPL Mobile in 1994, one of India's earliest mobile cellular networks, which was later sold to Hutchinson (now Vodafone) in 2005.
Born on May 31, 1964, in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Chandrasekhar's journey from a chip designer to a key figure in Indian politics is marked by innovation and public service. He played a pivotal role in drafting India’s upcoming AI regulations and India’s AI Mission roadmap.