India Management Kick Off 2026

The plenary session commenced with a traditional Ganesh Vandana performed by CSR students from Saraswati School, setting a meaningful and inspiring tone for the event. 

This was followed by addresses from senior leaders of Sopra Steria, including Rajesh Krishnamurthy (Group CEO), Daniel El Homsi (CEO, Sopra Steria India), Sunil Goyal (Deputy CEO, Sopra Steria India), and Xavier Pecquet (Group Executive Committee Member), who presented a comprehensive perspective on the organisation’s current performance, strategic priorities, and future direction. The address provided an in-depth perspective on Groupwide and India specific priorities emphasizing on achievement highlights, strategic clarity for 2026, and the need for continuous innovation and transformation.

Collectively, their messages reinforced a shared aspiration for strengthening delivery capability, improving customer engagement, and deepening collaboration across regions to accelerate the organisation's growth trajectory. 

A global roundtable featuring Daniel El Homsi (CEO, Sopra Steria India), John Neilson (CEO, Sopra Steria UK) and Sébastien Leforestier (CEO, Aeroline Group) brought together diverse market perspectives and leadership insights. 

The discussion underscored the importance of cross regional collaboration and highlighted opportunities for joint innovation and shared value creation. The day was then highlighted by another performance prepared by CSR students from Apna Ghar School. 

Ramkumar Shekharan (Chief Delivery Office, Sopra Steria India) and Delivery Unit Heads, including Murari Didwani (Head of Aeroline, Sopra Steria India), Alexandre Correia (Head of Aerospace & Engineering, Sopra Steria), Shubhra Dabral (Head of Continental Europe, Sopra Steria India), Rajiv Singh (Head of Delivery to France & COEs) and Vivek Seth (Head of Delivery to U.K., Sopra Steria) outlined Roadmap 2026, focusing on capability strengthening, execution excellence, and customer impact. 

A dedicated session on Transformation & Talent, led by Sunil Goyal, Mohammed Sijelmassi (Chief Technology Officer, Sopra Steria), Vimmi Chachra (CHRO, Sopra Steria India), and moderated by Rajiv Singh, explored AI driven transformation, evolving delivery models, and the importance of building future ready talent. The segment also included updates on The Famous Project, reinforcing the role of innovation in our transformation journey. 

The India Management Kick Off 2026 reaffirmed what has always defined Sopra Steria India, a deep-rooted culture of collaboration, a spirit of innovation, and leadership that puts people at the heart of every decision. 

More than a strategic alignment for the year ahead, it was a powerful reminder of who we are and what we stand for. As we step into 2026, we do so with renewed energy, shared purpose, and the confidence that comes from moving forward together. 

The message is clear and collective: when we unite our strengths, challenge our limits, and believe in each other, we don’t just adapt to change — we shape what’s possible and continue building beyond boundaries. 

Join us as we continue to innovate, collaborate, and build what’s next.