Tata Communications Appoints Former TCS COO, N Ganapathy Subramaniam, as Chairman

N Ganapathy Subramaniam, a seasoned IT industry veteran with over 40 years of experience, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Directors at Tata Communications, effective March 14, 2025. Subramaniam has had a distinguished career at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), where he served as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director until his retirement in May 2024.

Tata Communications announced that the Board of Directors of the Company have, based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, appointed N. Ganapathy Subramaniam, Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Company with effect from March 14, 2025.

N Ganapathy Subramaniam, often referred to as NGS, has extensive expertise in technology, operations, and business transformation is expected to guide Tata Communications in its strategic direction and digital transformation journey.

As Chief Operating Officer, he played a pivotal role in streamlining operations and driving efficiency across TCS's vast global network. Subramaniam championed digital transformation initiatives, helping clients adapt to evolving technological landscapes.

He stepped down as the Chief Operating Officer & Executive Director of TCS in May 2024.

Subramaniam also holds the posts of chairman and non-executive director of the Board at Tata Elxsi Limited, chairman and non-executive director of the Board at Tejas Networks Limited, chairman of the Governing Council of Bharat6G Alliance.