New Delhi: The Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) has announced the appointment of Puneet Gupt as its new Chairperson, alongside Anant Goenka as Vice Chairperson, marking a key leadership transition at a critical juncture for India’s digital news ecosystem.
Gupt, who serves as Chief Operating Officer at Times Internet, succeeds Mariam Mammen Mathew following the completion of her two-year term. The appointments were confirmed at the recent DNPA Board Meeting.
Having previously held the position of Vice Chairperson, Gupt has been actively involved in DNPA’s core initiatives and policy engagements, ensuring continuity in leadership as the industry navigates rapid technological and regulatory shifts.
“Digital news publishers are navigating one of the most consequential shifts the industry has ever seen – from how content is discovered to how it is valued in an AI-driven world. DNPA’s role as a unified industry voice has never mattered more. My focus will be on ensuring that our members are not just responding to these changes, but actively contributing to the policy and industry frameworks around them,” said Puneet Gupt, Chairperson, DNPA.
In parallel, Goenka, Executive Director at The Indian Express Group, takes on the role of Vice Chairperson, while Dhruba Mukherjee continues as Treasurer.
“This is an important moment for DNPA and for the digital news publishing industry in India. There is real value in publishers coming together, sharing perspectives, and building a common understanding of the opportunities and challenges ahead. I look forward to contributing to that effort with DNPA members,” said Anant Goenka, Vice Chairperson, DNPA.
Reflecting on her tenure, outgoing Chairperson Mariam Mammen Mathew said, “It has been a privilege to lead DNPA at such a pivotal time for the industry. I am confident that under Puneet’s leadership, DNPA will continue to grow in influence and impact. I wish the new team every success.”
Sujata Gupta, Secretary General & CEO of DNPA, added, “This transition marks an exciting new chapter for DNPA. We have spent the last few years building the credibility, relationships, and frameworks that allow us to engage meaningfully on the issues that matter most to our members. With Puneet and Anant at the helm, we are well-positioned to translate that foundation into tangible outcomes – on policy, on fair commercial frameworks, and on ensuring that digital news publishing remains a sustainable and vital part of India’s information ecosystem.”
The leadership change comes at a time when digital news publishers are grappling with evolving content discovery mechanisms, platform dependencies, and the growing influence of AI on content distribution and monetisation. DNPA said it remains committed to advancing the interests of digital publishers while driving conversations around technology, policy, and sustainable growth in India’s media landscape.
