Ather Energy has announced the appointment of Anjani Kumar as chief digital and information officer. 

He will be responsible for leading Ather’s digital strategy, oversee the development of digital platforms and products, strengthen IT infrastructure including cybersecurity, and enhance the company’s data-driven capabilities. 

Furthermore, he will also oversee teams across WebTech, IT and security, MES, business intelligence, and digital engineering. 

Kumar moves from Tata AIG General Insurance, where he was chief technology officer and executive vice president. 

Swapnil Jain, executive director and CTO, Ather Energy, said, “Ather has been digital-first and data-driven from day one, with a strong focus on systems from products to manufacturing to sales. As we grow rapidly as an organisation, with multiple products, new business models, and deeper software integration, the complexity naturally increases. Building robust systems with a backbone to leverage AI on top of enterprise data is going to be critical for our growth. Bringing all digital functions under a single leadership role helps build a unified digital thread across the organisation. Anjani's deep cross-industry experience will play a key role in simplifying and strengthening our complex digital infrastructure. We are very focused on building a stronger tech-led advantage for Ather’s future.”

Kumar added, "I believe digital and information strategies are at the crux of the future of mobility. The potential of electric mobility in India is immense, and I look forward to collaborating with our talented engineers, business leaders, and founders to harness the power of digital innovation. By bringing in my multi-domain digital experience and combining it with Ather’s commitment to first-principles thinking and deep engineering ethos, we will drive significant and transformative advancements. I’m excited to contribute to Ather’s journey.”  

In a career spanning over 24 years, he has also worked with IBM, Nissan Motor Corporation, Cognizant Technology Solutions and Strides, among others.