Washington D.C., April 24, 2025 — Indian telecom magnate Sunil Bharti Mittal has been appointed to the World Bank’s prestigious Private Sector Investment Lab, a high-level advisory group focused on boosting private sector financing for development goals. The initiative aims to identify scalable solutions that can unlock greater private investment in key sectors such as climate, infrastructure, and health.
Mittal, Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, brings extensive experience in global business and entrepreneurship to the group, which includes leaders from across industries and geographies. His inclusion is seen as a recognition of India’s growing role in shaping global economic strategies and development financing models. The lab will advise on policy and innovation frameworks that can enhance the effectiveness of public-private partnerships in emerging economies.
