CP Gurnani appointed Nasscom chairman for 2016-17

Tech Mahindra MD and CEO C P Gurnani was today appointed Chairman of IT industry's apex body Nasscom for this fiscal.

Gurnani will take on the new role with effect from April 6 and succeeds BVR Mohan Reddy, who served as chairman for 2015-16.

"As Chairman of the Executive Council, Gurnani will lead and assist Nasscom in catalysing the growth of the Indian technology and services industry and enabling the fulfillment of its future goals and aspirations," Nasscom said in a statement.

The Executive Council also announced the appointment of Raman Roy, CMD of Quatrro Global Services, as the Vice Chairman for the fiscal.

"I feel very humbled to be given this opportunity at a time when the industry is on the threshold of an exciting new journey. Innovative startups and disruptive technology have together created exciting times for the industry," Gurnani said.

Gurnani played a pivotal role in the three year transformational journey of Mahindra Satyam and has spearheaded its eventual merger with Tech Mahindra.

An accomplished business leader with extensive experience in international business development, startups, turnarounds, joint ventures and mergers and acquisitions, Gurnani has contributed significantly to Tech Mahindra's strategy and philosophy, the statement said.

Gurnani along with Roy and President R Chandrashekhar will lead Nasscom to carry out its diverse array of priorities to enable the body in achieving the 2020 vision for the industry.

"2015 was a defining year for the industry as we outlined our vision for the decade ahead and witnessed innovative entrepreneurs rise to achieve tremendous success, making India one of the key startup hubs across the globe," B V R Mohan Reddy said.