Microsoft Names Aparajita Puri MD for India & South Asia

• Microsoft has named Aparajita Puri as the Managing Director for India & South Asia
• She will be in charge of the regional strategy and leadership
• Her job involves working with businesses on large-scale initiatives

Aparajita Puri has been named as the new Managing Director for India & South Asia at Microsoft. She has been assigned the role of leading the Strategic Pursuits team.

Aparajita has previously worked for McKinsey & Company for 11 years in various leadership positions. Her last role was that of a Partner. She has worked with clients across markets in the world in strategy and business transformation.

She has previously worked for Bain & Company. She has also worked at Deutsche Bank. The appointment indicates the company's efforts to strengthen enterprise engagement in India and South Asia. The region has seen rapid growth in the adoption of technology.

Aparajita mentioned in her LinkedIn post that, “After an incredibly rewarding journey at McKinsey & Company, I'm excited to begin a new chapter at Microsoft”.

“Over the last decade and more (time flew by!), I've had the privilege of working with some of the most inspiring global client leaders, colleagues and friends across different countries and cultures. It's been truly special to have been part of so many meaningful journeys and to see the Firm create lasting impact. Eternally grateful for the mentorships, friendships and learning that McKinsey gifted me!

I'm now stepping into a new role at Microsoft as Managing Director, India & South Asia to lead the Strategic Pursuits Team – partnering with leading enterprises on some of the largest and most transformative opportunities, especially as AI, Data and accelerated cloud adoption reshape industries. Inspired by the vision and direction set by Lloyd Adams, Mark Leigh and Puneet Chandok!”