Nokia-Alcatel-Lucent name India Head

MUMBAI, INDIA: Nokia has announced that Sandeep Girotra would become the Head of India as part of the planned combination of Nokia and Alcatel-Lucent, after and subject to the successful closing of the public exchange offer for Alcatel-Lucent securities announced on April 15, 2015.

Girotra would oversee the combined company's customer operations across India, driving the execution of strategy and ensuring superior customer service, underpinned by a strong focus on innovation and quality.

He joined Nokia Networks in 1996 and has held a number of leadership roles in India, heading the region since 2011.

Girotra would report to Ashish Chowdhary, Chief Customer Operations Officer, who said, "We are delighted to announce the appointment of Girotra as designated Head of India. He brings valuable regional experience and expertise, and would be a great asset to the management team. I look forward to working with him as we continue to innovate, deliver leading products and services and position Nokia as the foundation of seamless connectivity for people.”