Gopal Verma
About Gopal Verma
Gopal Verma serves as the Deputy General Manager for Fibre Project Rollout and Sourcing at Bharti Airtel, a position he has held since 2021. With over 16 years of experience in the telecommunications sector, he has previously worked in various roles at Bharti Airtel, Reliance Communications, and CH2M HILL.
Work at Airtel
Gopal Verma has been serving as the Deputy General Manager for Fibre Project Rollout and Sourcing at Bharti Airtel since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the deployment of fibre infrastructure and managing sourcing strategies. His tenure at Airtel spans over 15 years, having previously held the position of Senior Manager in Infra Management and Technocommercial from 2009 to 2021. His extensive experience in the telecommunications sector has contributed to the growth and efficiency of Airtel's fibre projects.
Previous Employment Experience
Before his current role at Bharti Airtel, Gopal Verma worked at Reliance Communications as Zonal Project Head for project rollout from 2007 to 2009. He also gained experience as a System Engineer at CH2M HILL from 2005 to 2007. His diverse background in project management and engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current responsibilities in fibre rollout.
Education and Expertise
Gopal Verma holds a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering from Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University. He furthered his education by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from the Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, focusing on Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services. Additionally, he studied cost and management accounting at The Institute of Cost Accountants of India, achieving the CMAE designation.
Background
Gopal Verma has a strong foundation in engineering and management, which has shaped his career in the telecommunications industry. His professional journey began as a System Engineer and progressed through various roles in project management and infrastructure development. His work experience spans over 18 years, with significant contributions to major telecommunications companies in India.