Times Network Managing Director and CEO MK Anand’s management contract with Bennett Coleman and Co. (BCCL) is nearing its conclusion after more than ten years.
Anand was scheduled to retire later this year. Today, he withdrew from the industry organizations he was involved with, according to media reports.
Meanwhile, Few days ago Times Network has appointed Varun Kohli as Chief Operating Officer for News Broadcasting business. He previously worked as Director & CEO of Bharat Express. The dots connect Varun Kohli taking the leadership role with the exit of MK Anand.
Anand has been connected with the Times Group for nearly thirty years, except for a four-year period during which he worked with Disney UTV and Bloomberg TV India. In January 2014, Anand rejoined BCCL as the Managing Director and CEO of Times Network, succeeding Sunil Lulla.
MK Anand has been a pivotal figure at Times Network, leading the company’s TV and digital ventures over the past decade. His tenure began in January 2014 when he rejoined BCCL as the Managing Director and CEO of Times Network, succeeding Sunil Lulla. Anand’s leadership was particularly notable during the period of transition when Arnab Goswami resigned from Times Now as Editor-in-Chief, presenting significant challenges to the group.
Before his return to BCCL, Anand had accumulated extensive experience in the media industry, including a four-year tenure with Disney UTV and Bloomberg TV India. His association with the Times group spans nearly three decades, making him a veteran with deep insights into the media landscape. Under his guidance, Times Network has maintained a strong focus on delivering reliable news, adapting to technological advancements, and navigating the complexities of the digital era.
