Devendra Sharnagat has been appointed as the Senior Vice President of the AI Division at Mahindra Group. In this strategic role, he will lead the company’s efforts to centralize and harness the potential of data and AI across its various businesses. Sharnagat’s leadership will focus on advancing the company’s AI initiatives, enabling it to drive operational efficiency, improve decision-making, and enhance customer experiences through innovative AI-driven solutions.
Before joining Mahindra Group, Sharnagat served as the Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Mahindra Finance, where he successfully led the data analytics function. In this capacity, he played a significant role in enhancing business efficiency and boosting productivity by implementing data and digital solutions within the financial services sector. His work was instrumental in transforming Mahindra Finance’s operations, making them more agile and data-driven.
Sharnagat’s extensive career in data analytics and AI has given him a wealth of experience in leading cross-functional teams and spearheading innovation. He began his professional journey as an account executive at Direxions Marketing Services before progressing to senior roles at HDFC Bank and Kotak Mahindra Bank. At HDFC Bank, he was responsible for overseeing and managing analytical projects across a wide range of financial portfolios. His ability to generate actionable insights and create strategies to improve business performance positioned him as a key player in the financial sector.
Sharnagat’s deep understanding of the intersection between data analytics and artificial intelligence will be pivotal in shaping the future of Mahindra Group’s AI strategy. His expertise will not only accelerate the Group’s AI and data-driven initiatives but also foster innovation across Mahindra Group’s diverse businesses, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
In his new role, Sharnagat is poised to drive Mahindra Group’s ambition to become a leader in AI across industries, helping the Group to adapt to emerging trends and leverage AI technologies to enhance its overall growth strategy.
