Alok Bajpai to Lead NTT DATA's Data Center Expansion in India

Company - People | Jul 07, 2025 | EIN

Alok Bajpai to Lead NTT DATA's Data Center Expansion in India

NTT DATA has appointed Alok Bajpai as Managing Director, India, for its Global Data Centers division, marking a strategic move to solidify its position in India's rapidly expanding digital economy. Alok Bajpai, formerly the CFO of NTT Global Data Centers India, brings over three decades of expertise in operational restructuring, financial strategy, and mergers and acquisitions. His leadership will focus on expanding NTT's data center operations in key Indian metropolitan areas to accommodate the growing demand for enterprise and AI-ready infrastructure. Under his oversight, there will be a push towards pioneering advanced infrastructure solutions, such as using liquid immersion and direct contact liquid cooling technologies, which have already improved energy efficiency by nearly 30% at the company's Navi Mumbai facility. With a backing of over $10 billion in capital development, NTT aims to strengthen its foothold in the Indian market and beyond.

Sectors

  • Technology Infrastructure
  • Renewable Energy

Geography

  • India – India is the focus of NTT DATA's strategic expansion with its growing digital economy and demand for data center infrastructure.
  • Global – NTT DATA’s strategy reflects a broader global growth initiative with plans to expand in new and existing markets beyond India.

Industry

  • Technology Infrastructure – This involves the creation and development of data centers, which are critical for supporting digital transformation and AI applications.
  • Renewable Energy – NTT Global Data Centers in Mumbai and Bengaluru support renewable energy operations, which illustrates the company's commitment to sustainable infrastructure.

Financials

  • $10 billion – Capital development backing NTT's expansion plans in India and other markets.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
NTT DATABuyer/Investing CompanyCompanyA global leader in digital business and technology services expanding its data center division in India.
Alok BajpaiManaging Director, IndiaPersonRecently appointed to lead NTT DATA's data center growth strategy in India, bringing significant experience in financial and operational leadership.
Doug AdamsCEO and President, NTT Global Data CentersPersonOversees global strategies aiming to enhance infrastructure services and sustainable innovations.