Exit stage left Avinash Kaul set to sign off from Network18

MUMBAI: When the credits roll, even the most seasoned showrunners know when it’s time to change the channel. Avinash Kaul, chief executive officer of Network18 (broadcast) and managing director of A+E networks, has resigned and is expected to move on from the Network18 group, sources said.

Kaul’s departure brings the curtain down on nearly 12 years with Network18 and a media career spanning over 26 years. Known for his strategic acumen and steady leadership, Kaul’s remit within the group was significantly expanded in August last year. At the time, he was entrusted with driving direct revenue growth across television, digital and print, while also continuing to strengthen ratings performance and overseeing key operating verticals across broadcast and print businesses.

During his tenure, Kaul reported to Rahul Joshi and played a central role in shaping Network18’s broadcast strategy through a period marked by intense competition and rapid shifts in audience behaviour.

Before joining Network18, Kaul served as chief executive officer of the television division at Bennett Coleman and Company Limited. Earlier chapters of his career saw him in senior leadership roles at Sahara One and NDTV, building a reputation as a calm operator with a sharp commercial instinct.

Widely respected across the media and broadcasting industry, Kaul has previously been recognised as CEO of the Year at the ENBA Awards, a reflection of his influence and standing within the sector.

While his next move is yet to be formally announced, Kaul’s exit marks the end of a significant chapter for Network18 and signals that one of Indian broadcasting’s most familiar executives is preparing for his next act.