Shailen Bhatt is the Administrator of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the U.S. Department of Transportation, overseeing the nation’s highway system with a focus on improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Nominated by President Biden and confirmed by the Senate in December 2022, Bhatt brings extensive leadership experience to the role. He previously served as Executive Director of the Colorado and Delaware Departments of Transportation and held a senior position at AECOM, where he focused on transportation strategy.
During the Obama administration, he was the FHWA’s Associate Administrator. Bhatt is recognized for his leadership in modernizing transportation infrastructure and advocating for policies that enhance mobility and environmental sustainability, significantly shaping U.S. transportation at both state and federal levels. Indiaspora is proud to have Shailen Bhatt in our Global Government Leaders List.