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Tarun Chhabra, Former Nokia Executive, Set to Become BSNL Chief Managing Director
✍️ IndianMandarins
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 02:46 PM
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Former Nokia executive Tarun Chhabra has been tipped to take over as the Chief Managing Director of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, ending the interim arrangement at the state‑run telecom company.
Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is set to appoint former Nokia executive Tarun Chhabra as its new Chief Managing Director, concluding the interim leadership that has been in place since the previous appointment was declared null. The decision was announced by the government’s telecom ministry and is expected to take effect shortly.
Chhabra brings over two decades of experience in the telecom sector, having held senior roles at Nokia and other global technology firms. His track record includes leading large-scale network deployments and driving digital transformation initiatives.
BSNL, which has faced operational and financial challenges in recent years, aims to leverage Chhabra’s expertise to accelerate its modernization plans and improve service delivery across India. Analysts predict that his appointment could signal a renewed focus on infrastructure upgrades and customer experience.
The government will formalise the appointment through a formal notification, after which Chhabra will assume full responsibilities as CMD. Stakeholders are closely watching the move for its potential impact on the broader telecom landscape.
Chhabra brings over two decades of experience in the telecom sector, having held senior roles at Nokia and other global technology firms. His track record includes leading large-scale network deployments and driving digital transformation initiatives.
BSNL, which has faced operational and financial challenges in recent years, aims to leverage Chhabra’s expertise to accelerate its modernization plans and improve service delivery across India. Analysts predict that his appointment could signal a renewed focus on infrastructure upgrades and customer experience.
The government will formalise the appointment through a formal notification, after which Chhabra will assume full responsibilities as CMD. Stakeholders are closely watching the move for its potential impact on the broader telecom landscape.