Network18 has announced significant leadership changes, naming Puneet Singhvi as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) for the group and Mitul Sangani as CEO of News18 Digital. These appointments are part of Network18’s strategic efforts to drive growth and innovation across its digital and broadcast businesses.
Puneet Singhvi as CSO, will oversee the Centre of Excellence (CoE) function, Central Product & Tech, Partnerships & Off-platform businesses, and Admin & Operations at the group level. He will report to Rahul Joshi, Managing Director at Network18 Media. Singhvi brings extensive experience in digital strategy and corporate development, having previously led Network18’s digital portfolio and corporate strategy.
Mitul Sangani previously CEO for Indian languages businesses, will now lead product, technology, audience growth, and revenue for News18 & Local18. He will work closely with Rahul Joshi while continuing to report to Avinash Kaul, CEO of Network18 (Broadcast), for digital revenues. The sales teams for News18.com and Local18 will report to Sangani.
Network18’s digital business has grown significantly, making it one of the largest players in the industry in terms of audience and revenue. The company has a diverse set of brands with a strong presence on and off platforms. Moneycontrol, Firstpost, and News18 will be key strategic priorities in the coming year. The focus will be on strategic thinking, innovation, adoption of AI, cost discipline, and operational efficiencies to drive further growth.
The appointments of Puneet Singhvi and Mitul Sangani reflect Network18’s commitment to enhancing its strategic capabilities and digital leadership. With their expertise, the company is poised to navigate the evolving media landscape effectively and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
Key Highlights:
- Network18 appoints Puneet Singhvi as CSO and Mitul Sangani as CEO of News18 Digital.
- Singhvi will lead CoE, Central Product & Tech, and other key functions.
- Sangani will focus on product, technology, audience growth, and revenue for News18 & Local18.
- Network18 prioritizes Moneycontrol, Firstpost, and News18 for strategic growth.