Google India elevates Siddharth Shekhar to lead local commerce solutions

Google India has elevated Siddharth Shekhar to the position of Director of Local Commerce Solutions (LCS), marking a significant leadership advancement within the company. In this role, Shekhar will lead strategic efforts to enhance local commerce offerings, strengthen partnerships, and drive business impact across India’s diverse digital ecosystem.

Shekhar brings deep experience in digital products, business development and market strategy. His expanded responsibilities will involve overseeing initiatives that connect consumers, advertisers and merchants more effectively through Google’s suite of local commerce tools. By elevating local engagement and relevance, he aims to improve how users discover services, products and experiences in their communities.

As Director of LCS, Shekhar will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions tailored for India’s rapidly evolving commerce landscape. His focus includes leveraging data insights and technology to help businesses — particularly small and medium enterprises — grow their online presence and reach new customers.

The promotion reflects Google India’s strategic emphasis on strengthening local commerce capabilities, enhancing user experience, and supporting economic participation through digital platforms. Shekhar’s leadership is expected to accelerate the company’s efforts to make local services more accessible and valuable for consumers and businesses alike.