Data and AI company Databricks has named Kamalkanth Tummala as its new country manager for India, as the firm accelerates its $250 million investment in the market.
Tummala, who previously served as Vice President at Salesforce, will lead Databricks’ India operations spanning research, training, and go-to-market strategy. He brings two decades of leadership experience, including senior roles at Salesforce and MindTree.
Leadership vision
Welcoming the appointment, Ed Lenta, General Manager for Asia Pacific and Japan at Databricks, said: “We’re excited to welcome Kamal to our leadership team as we expand in India, one of our most dynamic and strategic growth markets.”
Tummala added: “In India’s dynamic landscape, data and AI are reshaping every organisation, and Databricks is uniquely positioned to help enterprises build a lasting competitive advantage.”
India footprint
Valued at over $100 billion after its Series K funding round, Databricks has steadily scaled its presence in India. The company has expanded its Bengaluru R&D centre and launched the India Data + AI Academy to drive upskilling. Its Indian customer base includes HDFC Bank, Swiggy, TVS Motors, and Zepto—demonstrating adoption across financial services, e-commerce, mobility, and new-age startups.
Market context
India has emerged as a critical market for global data and AI platforms, with enterprises fast-tracking cloud adoption and AI-first solutions. Databricks’ investments align with this trend, positioning it as a key partner for organisations seeking data-driven growth.
Final Take
With Tummala at the helm, Databricks is not only reinforcing its India strategy but also signalling the role the country will play in shaping its global AI and data vision.
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