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OpenAI Appoints Prabhjeet Singh as Managing Director for India

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OpenAI Strengthens India Leadership
OpenAI has announced the appointment of Prabhjeet Singh as Managing Director – India, marking one of the company's most significant leadership appointments in the country. Singh is set to join OpenAI in September, where he will lead the company's strategy and growth initiatives in one of the world's most dynamic AI markets.
The appointment reflects OpenAI's continued investment in expanding its presence and partnerships across India as AI adoption accelerates across industries.
A Proven Leader in Growth and Transformation
Prabhjeet Singh brings extensive experience in business leadership, strategy, and digital transformation. Most recently, he served as President, India & South Asia at Uber, where he led the company's India business through multiple leadership roles, driving growth and innovation across the region.
Before Uber, Singh was an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, advising leading organizations on business strategy and large-scale transformation initiatives. He began his career as a Senior Analyst at Lehman Brothers, building expertise in structured finance and equity markets.
Leading OpenAI's Next Phase in India
As Managing Director, Singh will play a key role in advancing OpenAI's presence in India by strengthening relationships with businesses, developers, policymakers, and ecosystem partners. His leadership comes at a time when organizations across sectors are increasingly exploring generative AI to improve productivity, accelerate innovation, and build new digital capabilities.
His experience in scaling technology businesses and leading transformation initiatives is expected to support OpenAI's long-term vision for the Indian market.
Supporting AI Innovation at Scale
India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing markets for AI adoption, with enterprises, startups, and public sector organizations investing heavily in artificial intelligence. OpenAI's continued investment in local leadership underscores the strategic importance of the region as AI becomes an increasingly integral part of business and economic growth.
About OpenAI
OpenAI is an artificial intelligence research and deployment company focused on developing AI systems that benefit people and organizations worldwide. Its technologies power a wide range of applications, helping businesses, developers, and individuals innovate through advanced generative AI capabilities.