In a landmark step towards positioning India as a global technology talent powerhouse, Nasscom has launched the Talent Council—a strategic, industry-led initiative focused on shaping a future-ready, globally competitive digital workforce.

This council underscores Nasscom’s continued commitment to advancing innovation, accelerating digital transformation, and fostering inclusive growth by nurturing a resilient talent ecosystem. The initiative will work closely with industry leaders, academia, and government stakeholders to build scalable, sustainable talent models that meet the evolving demands of the global tech economy.

Satish H. C., Chief Delivery Officer at Infosys, has been appointed as the Chair of the Nasscom Talent Council. With over three decades of experience in global talent strategy, digital transformation, and innovation, Satish will spearhead the council’s mission to drive impactful workforce development at scale.

The Council comprises a distinguished group of HR and industry leaders, including:

• Piyush Mehta, CHRO & Country Manager – India, Genpact

• Lakshmi Chandrasekharan, Senior Managing Director & CHRO, Accenture India

• Savneet Shergill, Senior Director – Regional HR (India, Greater China & North Asia), Dell Technologies

• Azhagiri Selvarajan, Head of HR – Cognizant India & Global HR Leader – Technology Services

• Rajendra S. Pawar, Founder, NIIT University & Chairman and Co-founder, NIIT Group

• Richard Lobo, Chief People Officer, Tech Mahindra

• Saurabh Govil, CHRO, Wipro Ltd.

Together, this council will serve as a think tank and action forum to address India’s emerging talent needs, champion workforce readiness, and catalyze the next phase of the country’s digital growth.