Pune, Maharashtra, India, June 2025 — Ganesh Baliga has been appointed as Managing Director and Head of Citi India Solutions, a key leadership move that underscores Citi’s commitment to deepening innovation and operational excellence in its India-based technology and solutions hubs. In his new role, Ganesh will oversee Citi’s technology strategy and delivery across its facilities in India, which serve as integral parts of the company’s global infrastructure.
Ganesh brings over two decades of experience within Citi, having led numerous high-impact initiatives in global markets including London and Pune. Most recently, he served as Global Program Manager for FIT Transformation within Banking International and Client Technology, where he was instrumental in driving strategic technology modernization. His prior leadership as Global Head of Architecture and SVP – Application Development highlights his strengths in enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and operational governance.
Baliga’s career trajectory reflects a deep engagement with technology management and talent leadership. At Citi, he has managed global delivery teams, directed securities services platforms, and overseen large-scale partnerships with Indian IT firms. His extensive experience also includes site leadership, technology vendor governance, and digital innovation. His return to head Citi Solutions Centers – India signals a focused push on strengthening client-centric platforms and advancing Citi’s global tech capabilities from India.
Ganesh holds postgraduate executive credentials in fintech and data science from institutions like the University of Pennsylvania and Purdue University. With a passion for continuous learning and innovation, he is well-positioned to lead the next chapter of Citi India’s tech evolution, empowering high-performing teams and scaling transformational impact across global financial services.
Citi began operations in India in 1902 and has since established itself as a major foreign investor in the Indian financial ecosystem. With over 21,000 employees, Citi India plays a vital role in global technology, analytics, and operations through its Citi Service Centres. As a promoter-shareholder, Citi has helped create foundational market intermediaries such as depositories and credit bureaus, while also pioneering the Indian ITES and fintech services space through legacy ventures like Citicorp Overseas Software Ltd. and Citigroup Global Services Ltd. Citi India continues to be a key hub for global technology delivery, providing scalable innovations and sustainable employment opportunities across the country.
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