Microsoft has appointed Aparajita Puri as Managing Director for India and South Asia, marking a significant addition to its regional leadership at a time of accelerated digital transformation.
In her new role, Puri will head Microsoft’s Strategic Pursuits team, working closely with enterprises on large-scale transformation initiatives across artificial intelligence, data, and cloud adoption.
Her mandate comes at a crucial time when businesses across India and South Asia are rapidly integrating AI-driven solutions and digital infrastructure into their core operations.
Reflecting on the shift, she noted that it is “an exciting time to be at the intersection of tech and business transformation.”
Puri joins Microsoft after spending over a decade at McKinsey, where she most recently served as a Partner, advising global clients across industries. Her career also includes stints at Bain & Company and Deutsche Bank, giving her a strong foundation across consulting and financial services.
The appointment underscores Microsoft’s focus on strengthening its enterprise business in high-growth markets like India and South Asia, particularly as AI adoption reshapes industries and business models.
Puri announced the development through a LinkedIn post, calling it the beginning of a “new chapter” after what she described as an “incredibly rewarding journey” at McKinsey & Company.
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