Shekhar Dabholkar
About Shekhar Dabholkar
Shekhar Dabholkar serves as the Chief Manager of COE & Deployment SME at Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2016. He has over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, having held various roles at companies such as Himachal Futuristic Communications Limited, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, and Reliance Communications.
Current Role at Sterlite Technologies
Shekhar Dabholkar serves as the Chief Manager for the Center of Excellence and Deployment Subject Matter Expert (SME) at Sterlite Technologies Limited. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's focus on innovative fiber deployment solutions. His role involves overseeing the implementation of new technologies and ensuring that best practices are followed in fiber deployment projects.
Previous Experience in Telecommunications
Before joining Sterlite Technologies, Shekhar Dabholkar worked at several prominent telecommunications companies. He was employed at Himachal Futuristic Communications Limited Group from 2011 to 2016 as an NLD Fiber PMO, Execution Planning & Deployment Specialist. Prior to that, he served as a Project Coordinator & Deployment Support at Reliance Communications from 2007 to 2009. His career in telecommunications began at Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, where he worked as a Junior Telecom Officer from 2002 to 2007.
Educational Background in Electronics and Telecommunication
Shekhar Dabholkar earned his Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree in Electronics and Telecommunication from the University of Mumbai. His studies spanned from 1997 to 2000, providing him with a solid foundation in telecommunications engineering, which he has applied throughout his career in the industry.
Involvement in Government Projects
Dabholkar has been actively involved in the bidding and acquisition of government projects, notably BharatNet. His expertise in fiber deployment has positioned him as a key player in these initiatives, contributing to the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure in India.
Certifications and Specializations
Shekhar Dabholkar holds a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, with the certification number 2559575. His specialization includes the preparation of documentation, execution, quality assurance, safety protocols, and best practices for fiber deployment projects. He is also recognized for his work on the Multiverse: Next Generation Quadcore Optical Fiber by STL, which is designed to enhance communication capabilities and support higher capacity for 5G networks.