GANDHINAGAR: The 2001 batch Senior IAS officer of Kerala cadre, Mr Sanjay Kaul assumed charge on Monday as the Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Gujarat International Finance-Tech City (GIFT City), India’s premier smart city and first International Financial Services Center (IFSC). He succeeds IAS (Retd.) Tapan Ray, who held the position since 2019.
Extensive Experience in Public Policy, Infrastructure, and Technology
Mr Kaul brings over two decades of diverse experience spanning public policy, infrastructure development, technology, and finance. Prior to his appointment at GIFT City, Kaul served as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
His notable tenure includes leadership roles such as Managing Director at Tourism Corporation of Gujarat Limited and significant stints at Gujarat Informatics Limited. His career has been deeply intertwined with Gujarat’s development initiatives, contributing extensively to the state’s technological and tourism sectors.
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Vision for GIFT City: A World-Class Financial and Technology Hub
Expressing enthusiasm about his new role, Sanjay Kaul described this appointment as a defining moment in GIFT City’s evolution towards becoming a global financial and technology hub.
Kaul stated, “It is a privilege to lead GIFT City at this critical juncture. I am committed to building on the strong foundation already laid, taking strategic initiatives, forging key partnerships, and strengthening GIFT City’s stature as a national priority project.”
He emphasized his eagerness to deliver a world-class urban experience for businesses and residents alike, underlining the potential of GIFT City to become a benchmark smart city.
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Strong Educational and Professional Background
Originally from Gujarat, Sanjay Kaul is an alumnus of the National Institute of Technology, Surat, where he earned a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Further enhancing his expertise, he completed a professional degree in Public Policy from Syracuse University, New York, USA.
