In a decisive move set to strengthen its strategic foothold in one of the world’s fastest-growing cloud markets, Google Cloud has appointed Sashikumar Sreedharan as the new Managing Director for its India Community, succeeding Bikram Singh Bedi, who transitions into a broader APAC leadership role. This change marks a critical inflection point for Google Cloud in India, as it accelerates its mission to support digital transformation and enterprise-scale innovation across the region.
Sreedharan brings with him over three decades of leadership experience across global technology giants such as Microsoft, SAP, IBM, and most recently, as Chief Operating Officer for Google Cloud APAC. His diverse portfolio and deep understanding of enterprise needs equip him well to steer go-to-market strategies, elevate customer engagement, and expand cloud-driven growth throughout India’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
In his statement, Karan Bajwa, President of Google Cloud Asia Pacific, reflected on this pivotal moment: “I want to thank Bikram, who has been instrumental in driving Google Cloud’s success in India till date. As Sashi takes on the leadership of our team in India, I’m confident he will further propel our organisation and our customers to their next phase of growth in this crucial market.”
Sreedharan’s leadership is expected to unlock a new wave of innovation for enterprises navigating the complexities of AI, cybersecurity, and data modernization. His appointment aligns with Google Cloud’s broader vision to make the cloud more accessible, intelligent, and secure, while empowering organisations to scale with confidence.
As the Indian cloud market matures at pace, Google Cloud’s renewed leadership signals more than a passing of the torch it signals a recommitment to the region, its customers, and the future of enterprise transformation. With Sreedharan at the forefront, the road ahead promises not only growth but deep, sustainable impact.A new leader. A bold vision. And a smarter cloud for India.
