Telecom India Limited (HPTL) announced Dr Garima Mishra as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 21. In the new role, she will lead the company’s strategy, operations, and growth agenda as it enters its next phase of expansion.
Dr Mishra is a veteran-turned-business leader with more than 15 years of experience across defence, consumer goods and technology distribution. She began her career as an engineer in the Indian Air Force, serving for a decade in technical and operational roles. She then moved into corporate leadership, holding senior sales and commercial positions at Diageo and Pernod Ricard before leading the Apple business at Redington.
At HP Telecom, Dr. Mishra will focus on accelerating the company’s growth by expanding its reach and deepening relationships with brand partners, customers and channel partners. She will strengthen sales and operations through better processes, data-driven decision-making and a sharper focus on customer experience.
Talking about the appointment, Vijay Yadav, Managing Director, HP Telecom India Limited, said, “Strong businesses are built by people who can see the bigger picture while staying focused on execution. Dr. Garima brings that balance, along with engineering discipline, commercial instinct, and the know-how to build teams and grow partnerships with integrity. She joins us at an important point in our journey, and her experience will be invaluable as we expand our reach and strengthen our position in the market. We are delighted to welcome her to the HP Telecom family.”
Dr Garima Mishra, CEO, HP Telecom India Limited, added,“I am honoured to lead HP Telecom at this exciting juncture into its next phase of growth. Building on the strong foundation established under Mr Vijay Yadav’s vision, my priority will be to strengthen our relationships with the vendors and stakeholders, deepen customer trust, and build a resilient, growth-oriented business. I believe sustainable success comes from clear strategic direction, disciplined execution, transparent partnerships, and empowered teams. My journey from the Indian Air Force to the corporate world has reinforced these principles, and I look forward to working with all our stakeholders to create enduring value and take HP Telecom forward with confidence.”
