#e4mExclusive:  Gaurav Rajput steps down as CMO of BCCL

Gaurav Rajput has stepped down as the Chief Marketing Officer at Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (BCCL), the publisher of The Times of India and other leading media brands, e4m has learnt from sources.

He joined BCCL in July 2025 after his stint as Managing Director and Global Head of Corporate & Investment Bank Marketing at Standard Chartered Bank.

e4m reached out to BCCL on the development but didn't get a response till the time of publishing.

Rajput had been leading marketing strategy across BCCL’s diverse portfolio of publications, with a mandate to strengthen brand positioning and drive strategic initiatives across platforms. His tenure saw a continued focus on integrated brand campaigns, digital engagement, and corporate-led initiatives within the Group’s expansive media ecosystem.

He brought over two decades of experience to the role, spanning leadership assignments across India, Southeast Asia and the United Kingdom. Prior to joining BCCL, Rajput served as Managing Director and Global Head of Corporate & Investment Bank Marketing at Standard Chartered Bank, where he led marketing efforts across multiple international markets.

At Standard Chartered, he was also a member of the Country Management Team for India and South Asia. His responsibilities included steering brand campaigns, overseeing social media strategy, managing corporate social responsibility initiatives, and maintaining relationships with key industry bodies.

Earlier in his career, Rajput was part of the founding executive team at IDFC Bank, where he helped establish the bank’s marketing and communications function. He has also held senior leadership roles at Cigna TTK, contributing across corporate strategy, marketing, product development and regulatory affairs.