School of Livelihood and Rural Development

Dr Gaurav Jain

Dr Gaurav Jain

Advisory Board Member

Honorary Board Member, School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD)

An accomplished technology and business leader bringing telecom, IoT, drones and digital solutions to climate resilience, rural connectivity and resource management.

Dr. Gaurav Jain is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in account management, sales, business development and solution sales. He has held leadership positions at Acme Packet (acquired by Oracle), Nokia Siemens Networks and Siemens, managing telecom and technology solutions across India and SAARC nations. As the founder of Arohan Solutions Pvt. Ltd., he has been instrumental in driving innovation and business growth, particularly in telecom, IoT and digital transformation. His entrepreneurial journey also includes Ambrosia Hitech Animal Husbandry and Farming LLP, reflecting his diverse expertise in business development.

Dr. Jain is an integral part of India’s startup ecosystem, actively mentoring and supporting emerging businesses in technology-driven sectors. He is deeply engaged in leveraging telecom, IoT, drones and digital solutions to support sustainable development initiatives. Through his association with the School of Livelihood and Rural Development (SLRD), he plays a key role in integrating smart technologies for climate resilience, rural connectivity and resource management, bridging the digital divide and enhancing sustainable livelihoods.

Dr. Jain holds an Executive Ph.D. in Management (Marketing) from IIM Indore and a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from MANIT Bhopal. His commitment to innovation and sustainable development makes him a significant contributor to India’s technological and entrepreneurial landscape.

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