CEOInsights Team
Leadership from NIT alumni Rourkela has significantly impacted business, entrepreneurship, and education both domestically in India and abroad. Graduates of the program have consistently demonstrated leadership skills by fusing technical expertise with strategic management. Technology, manufacturing, finance, and education are just a few of the industries that have profited from their capacity to lead complex projects, manage interdisciplinary teams, and encourage creativity. NIT Rourkela graduates are renowned for their leadership qualities as well as their study and achievement. Most of the alumni are senior managers and executive leaders who use creative tactics to foster organizational responsiveness and growth. In order to address changing challenges, their leadership style is typically responsive, team-oriented, and makes the most of technology.
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Top 10 NIT Rourkela Alumni Leaders - 2025
Leadership from NIT alumni Rourkela has significantly impacted business, entrepreneurship, and education both domestically in India and abroad. Graduates of the program have consistently demonstrated leadership skills by fusing technical expertise with strategic management. Technology, manufacturing, finance, and education are just a few of the industries that have profited from their capacity to lead complex projects, manage interdisciplinary teams, and encourage creativity. NIT Rourkela graduates are renowned for their leadership qualities as well as their study and achievement. Most of the alumni are senior managers and executive leaders who use creative tactics to foster organizational responsiveness and growth. In order to address changing challenges, their leadership style is typically responsive, team-oriented, and makes the most of technology.
"From classrooms to boardrooms, NIT Rourkela alumni have proven that true leadership is built on innovation, humility, and purpose"
These leaders' ability to manage the rapidly changing corporate environment decides how successful they are. They apply their technical knowledge to difficult situations, in addition to inspiring and motivating others with soft skills like communication and emotional intelligence. Alumni of NIT Rourkela have also been instrumental in the development of new commercial initiatives and creative ecosystems, encouraging the spirit of entrepreneurship that drives economic expansion. They do, however, confront issues that are typical of leaders in dynamic settings, like promoting diversity and inclusion, managing technology changes, and guaranteeing sustainable growth. The alumni group continues to be a powerful force in spite of these obstacles, helping one another out through cooperation and mentoring. Their leadership is still having a positive impact on communities and sectors, which reflects the institution's mission to produce not only talented engineers but also visionary leaders who can leave a lasting impression.
CEO Insights in this issue presents a list of 'Top 10 NIT Rourkela Alumni Leaders - 2025', who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.
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Alok Sahoo, Chief Investment Officer | MyLead FinTech | He leverages the knowledge of financial markets and tech-focused investments to spot growth prospects, control risks, and enhance value creation in the fintech industry |
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Arvind Pani,Co-Founder & CEO | Reverie Language Technologies | With a background in technology and a passion for linguistic inclusion, he is committed to bridging the digital divide through language localization and drives innovation that empowers users across diverse linguistic backgrounds |
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Biraja Prasad Mahapatra, Director - Business Development | Radisys Corporation | With an expertise in telecom and digital infrastructure, he focuses on building strong partnerships, enabling technology adoption, and supporting the company’s innovation-led initiatives in next-generation communications |
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Dr Kalyan Kuppachi , Co-Founder & CEO | Utsuk Consulting Solutions | With over 27 years in the software industry, he drives business success and mentors, inspires, and empowers those around in the boardroom, on the track, and within the community |
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Naveen Naidu, CEO | Verso Altima India | He brings over two decades of industry experience in digital transformation and has a proven track record of implementing innovative technologies across telecom, cable and media, IoT, logistics, and more |
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Prasanna Kumar Das,Head - Sales Operations & Strategy | Globacom | With an expertise in sales management and market strategy, he focuses on optimizing operations, enhancing customer engagement, and supporting business growth in a competitive telecommunications landscape |
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Prasanta Samal, CEO | PSPS International | He has a background in business strategy and international trade and is known for fostering innovation, building cross-border partnerships, and delivering value-driven solutions across diverse markets |
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Rajesh BLN, CEO | Clayfin | He focuses on driving customer-centric innovation, expanding market reach, and enabling seamless financial services through technology, with experience in fintech and product development |
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Srivathsan S,EVP & Head - HR | Times Network | He leads the organization’s people strategy and talent development initiatives with experience in human resources and organizational transformation, driving culture change and enhancing employee engagement |
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Yogendra Soni,Director | Morgan Stanley | He plays a key role in leading client relationships and managing investment strategies and focuses on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth and maximize value for institutional and individual clients |
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