Digital Infrastructure Providers Association (DIPA) has appointed Dhananjay Joshi, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO), Summit Digitel as the chairman and Sandeep Girotra, CEO, American Tower Corporation (ATC) India as the vice chairman (VC) of the association. The changes in the leadership management will come into effect from October 1, 2023. The telecom industry body concluded its annual general body meeting (AGM) for the financial year 2022-23, with the announcement of its leadership for the term 2023-24.
Dhananjay Joshi takes over as chairman, DIPA from Akhil Gupta, chairman, Bharti Enterprises Limited who served as chairman of DIPA since 2011, while Sandeep Girotra takes over as VC of DIPA from Amit Sharma, former executive vice president (EVP) at ATC.
During DIPA’s AGM, Akhil Gupta accepted the request of the executive committee (EC) members to hold the position of patron member, DIPA, and Amit Sharma agreed to be DIPA’s special invitee for all the EC meetings of DIPA to provide insights, advice, and expertise to help steer the association’s activities.
Speaking at the DIPA’s AGM, Akhil Gupta, former chairman, DIPA, said, “DIPA as an industry association have indeed played a significant role in ensuring seamless connectivity through the years especially during the tough times like covid and natural disasters, in driving innovation and contributing to the digital revolution in the Indian telecom ecosystem. As the telecom industry evolves with emerging technologies like 5G and beyond, there will be a continuous need for shaping and adapting regulatory policies. DIPA will continue to advocate for policies that support innovation, investment, and fair competition in the industry.”
Meanwhile, Amit Sharma, former VC, DIPA, said, “During my tenure as VC, I have had the privilege of witnessing the remarkable growth and progress of DIPA. Together, we have tackled complex challenges, explored new opportunities, and made significant strides toward our collective goals. I have every confidence that this momentum will continue, and DIPA will reach even greater heights in the future.”
Further, Dhananjay Joshi, chairman, DIPA, said, “It is indeed a great privilege and an honour for me to assume the role of chairman of DIPA. I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the EC members for considering me worthy of this significant responsibility. The telecom infrastructure providers resilience and dedication have been nothing short of remarkable, and we shall continue to build upon this foundation of excellence. As we move forward, DIPA will continue to innovate, adapt, and evolve to meet the evolving needs of the telecom industry.”
Additionally, Sandeep Girotra, VC, DIPA, said, “I express my sincere thanks to all the DIPA EC members for reposing their confidence in me. I am committed towards building a substantive agenda of dialogue and a conducive environment to help the telecom industry grow, innovate, and reach even greater heights. DIPA has played a pivotal role in accelerating India’s transition to becoming a robust digital economy. I look forward to working alongside the chairman and the EC in this transformative journey.”
Furthermore, T. R. Dua, director-general, DIPA, said,” As a forward-looking industry, we are committed to leading the way in the adoption and deployment of 5G technology. DIPA will continue to work closely with regulatory bodies, technology partners, and other stakeholders to ensure that India remains at the forefront of this transformative journey. In this endeavour, we will also prioritise sustainability and inclusivity, ensuring that the benefits of 5G reach every corner of our nation and contribute to a more connected and prosperous India.”
