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Oliver Wyman appoints Rajat Modwel as partner in India
MUMBAI: Oliver Wyman has announced the appointment of Rajat Modwel as partner in its government and public sector practice in India. With over 30 years at the crossroads of public administration and global consulting, Modwel brings a wealth of experience in shaping growth strategies, leading large-scale transformations, and building lasting institutional capabilities.
Rajat joins at a time when Indian governments are prioritising digital transformation, infrastructure-led growth, and sustainable development. His career spans advising on transport, urban infrastructure, state finances, education, environment and energy, tourism, and investment attraction.
Speaking on his new role, Rajat said, “India is one of the world’s largest economies at a time of global uncertainty. This creates a unique opportunity to drive high growth while investing across industry, agriculture, and services. Equally important is building world-class infrastructure, stronger social sectors like health and education, and a skilled workforce powered by digital innovation and sustainability. Joining Oliver Wyman allows me to help leaders turn these ambitions into real, measurable outcomes.”
Oliver Wyman India head Sumit Sarawgi added, “Governments face a once-in-a-generation shift driven by infrastructure spending and rising citizen expectations. The challenge is not just policy design but execution at scale and speed. Rajat’s experience will help build enduring public sector capabilities for our clients in India and beyond.”
Rajat began his career in the Indian Administrative Service in the Rajasthan cadre, handling district administration, state planning, and finance roles. He managed civic systems, led rural and urban initiatives, supported state elections, and evaluated public expenditure priorities across social and economic sectors – experience that continues to inform his approach to driving impact at scale.
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KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
