Deepak Bagla Takes Charge as Atal Innovation Mission Director

22 Jul 2025 CW Team

NITI Aayog is pleased to announce that Deepak Bagla has officially assumed charge as Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM).

Bagla brings extensive experience spanning banking, investment promotion, policy advisory, and institutional leadership, with a background that includes multilateral institutions, the private sector, and government. His unique blend of strategic insight and operational expertise positions him well for this role.

Previously, Bagla served as Managing Director and CEO of Invest India, the Government of India’s national investment promotion and facilitation agency. Under his leadership, Invest India garnered multiple international awards and became a pivotal institution supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup growth across the country.

He has participated in several high-level government committees and represented India at numerous international forums, including serving as President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA).

Bagla holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from St Stephen’s College, University of Delhi, and Master’s degrees in International Diplomacy and International Trade & Finance from Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.

On assuming office, Deepak Bagla said, “It is a privilege to join Atal Innovation Mission at this pivotal moment. As AIM enters a new phase with an expanded mandate, there is immense opportunity to further strengthen India’s innovation landscape. I look forward to working collaboratively with government, industry, academia, and civil society to nurture a robust ecosystem that drives inclusive growth and positions India at the forefront of global innovation, delivering on the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of a Viksit Bharat.”

The Atal Innovation Mission continues to play a central role in advancing the Government of India’s innovation and entrepreneurship agenda. With a renewed mandate approved by the Union Cabinet, AIM is set to scale its impact through focused, outcome-driven initiatives aligned with national development priorities.

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NITI Aayog is pleased to announce that Deepak Bagla has officially assumed charge as Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM).Bagla brings extensive experience spanning banking, investment promotion, policy advisory, and institutional leadership, with a background that includes multilateral institutions, the private sector, and government. His unique blend of strategic insight and operational expertise positions him well for this role.Previously, Bagla served as Managing Director and CEO of Invest India, the Government of India’s national investment promotion and facilitation agency. Under his leadership, Invest India garnered multiple international awards and became a pivotal institution supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup growth across the country.He has participated in several high-level government committees and represented India at numerous international forums, including serving as President of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA).Bagla holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from St Stephen’s College, University of Delhi, and Master’s degrees in International Diplomacy and International Trade & Finance from Georgetown University, Washington, D.C.On assuming office, Deepak Bagla said, “It is a privilege to join Atal Innovation Mission at this pivotal moment. As AIM enters a new phase with an expanded mandate, there is immense opportunity to further strengthen India’s innovation landscape. I look forward to working collaboratively with government, industry, academia, and civil society to nurture a robust ecosystem that drives inclusive growth and positions India at the forefront of global innovation, delivering on the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s vision of a Viksit Bharat.”The Atal Innovation Mission continues to play a central role in advancing the Government of India’s innovation and entrepreneurship agenda. With a renewed mandate approved by the Union Cabinet, AIM is set to scale its impact through focused, outcome-driven initiatives aligned with national development priorities.

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