Bharti Airtel has named Manoj Kumar Mauni as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO) Telecom. This strategic hire underscores Airtels focus on strengthening its technology foundations to enable advanced connectivity solutions and meet the demands of an evolving digital landscape. Bringing over 20 years of experience in steering large-scale IT transformations across banking, insurance, logistics, and now telecom, Manoj is well-positioned to lead Airtels technology agenda.

His expertise spans IT strategy, service management, enterprise data lakes, financial systems, risk management, and business relationship management making him a valuable addition as Airtel scales its operations for next-generation services. Before joining Airtel, Manoj was Chief Technology Officer at Bandhan Bank, where he led a comprehensive IT transformation that boosted operational efficiency and modernized the banks digital infrastructure. He also spent over a decade at Kotak Mahindra Bank in senior IT leadership roles, ultimately serving as Executive Vice President IT, where he contributed to numerous technology initiatives.

Manojs academic credentials include a BE (Hons) degree from BITS Pilani and a Masters in Financial Management from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. He is well-versed in industry best practices, including CMM, PMP, and ITIL, with a consistent focus on driving digital transformation and operational excellence. His leadership has been recognized through multiple industry accolades, reflecting a proven ability to deliver complex, high-impact IT programs in highly regulated sectors.

At Airtel, Manoj will lead the company's IT strategy, modernize telecom operations, and strengthen its digital infrastructure. His appointment comes at a crucial time as Indias telecom sector prepares for 5G expansion, soaring data usage, and the integration of AI-driven services. This move reaffirms Airtels commitment to technological innovation, superior customer experience, and long-term competitiveness.