ABP Network's CEO Avinash Pandey Steps Down

Avinash Pandey, CEO of ABP Network is set to depart from the organisation after nearly 20 years of fruitful association.

Pandey joined ABP Network in 2005 and held key positions. Over the years, he eventually was appointed as CEO in January 2019. Under his leadership, the network expanded its reach and diversified into new markets, particularly in regional and digital broadcasting.

Atideb Sarkar, Chief Editor & Director of ABP Network, praised Pandey's contributions stating, “I would like to thank Avinash for his immense contributions to ABP Network. During his two decades in the company, it has grown manifold in reach, revenue and impact. His leadership in the past five years has seen us at the forefront of digital broadcasting while extending our reach from Jammu to Kanyakumari. He played a key role in our award-winning centenary campaign. On a personal note, he has been a pleasure to work with, a joyful fellow traveller in my professional journey, and a friend. Thank you, Avinash, for all that you have brought to the ABP family. We wish you success and happiness in your future endeavours.”

Reflecting on his tenure, Pandey expressed gratitude stating, "I wish to thank the Sarkar Family and Mr. Atideb Sarkar, Chief Editor & Director, in particular, for having reposed such faith in me, that I could play a meaningful part in ABP Network's exhilarating journey of excellence in digital and broadcast. I have found a good friend for life in him. I could achieve all this in 20 years because of an excellent team that surrounded me. I was lucky to meet and work with them and have developed a bonding that's going to last lifelong.” 

Pandey added, "One leaves ABP but ABP never leaves an individual," highlighting the profound impact the organisation has had on his career.

During his tenure as CEO, Pandey oversaw a network of four 24/7 TV channels and digital platforms in eight languages, reaching an audience of over 500 million. He also served as the Founding Director of ABP Studios. Pandey is also presently the President of the International Advertising Association (India Chapter).