New Delhi, March 25 Network18, a major broadcast network, announced on Wednesday the appointment of Raj Jain as an Independent Director to its board for a period of five years, from March 25, 2026, to March 24, 2031.
Jain, former Chief Executive Officer of Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times Group), brings extensive experience across various sectors.
He has also previously served as CEO of Walmart India and Managing Director and CEO of Whirlpool India, giving him a blend of media and consumer business expertise.
Commenting on the development, Adil Zainulbhai, Chairman, Network18, said, "We are delighted to welcome Raj Jain to the Board of Network18 as an independent Director. Raj brings a rare combination of media and consumer leadership, having successfully led Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times Group) and built Walmart India from the ground up. With a career spanning leadership roles across sectors, Raj's deep understanding of scale, transformation, and corporate governance will add significant value as we continue to strengthen our businesses and drive long-term growth."