IAA India Chapter re-elects Abhishek Karnani as President

Jaideep Gandhi was elected as the Vice President, Nandini Dias– Hon. Secretary and Janak Sarda– Hon. Treasurer

by e4m Staff
Published: Sep 26, 2025 3:42 PM | 2 min read

IAA India Chapter re-elects Abhishek Karnani as President

The India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA) has reportedly re-elected Abhishek Karnani as the President. Karnani is the President of the Free Press Journal Group. The election took place at IAA’s 35th Annual General Meeting held on 25th September 2025.

Jaideep Gandhi (Founder, Another Idea) was elected as the Vice President, Nandini Dias (Independent Advisor) – Hon. Secretary, Janak Sarda (Director, BFF Foods India) – Hon. Treasurer

Additionally, five members were elected as voting members:

Srinivasan K Swamy, Executive Group Chairman, R K SWAMY HANSA
Prasanth Kumar, CEO – South Asia, WPP Media
M. V. Shreyams Kumar, Managing Director, Mathrubhumi
Babita Barua, CEO, VML India
Rana Barua, Group CEO – Havas India, South East Asia and North Asia (Japan and South Korea)

Media reports quoted Karnani as saying, “I am deeply honoured to serve a second term as President of the India Chapter of the International Advertising Association (IAA). With the unwavering support of our exceptional Managing Committee, I look forward to further strengthening our chapter and cultivating an ecosystem that advances the collective interests of our industry. As we step into 2025–26, we do so with renewed energy and a clear sense of purpose. This year invites us to embrace technological innovation, deepen our commitment to sustainability, and champion diversity and inclusivity. I am confident that, together, we will continue to shape an industry that thrives in business and leaves a lasting impact on society. I look forward to a purposeful and progressive term ahead.”