TV18 appoints Sanjay Pugalia editor, Hindi programming

Ex-STAR hand Sanjay Pugalia has joined media company TV18 as editor for its Hindi language programming initiatives. A journalist by profession, Pugalia has with 22 years of experience behind him. Prior to his appointment at TV18, Pugalia was news director of STAR News. And prior to his STAR assignment, Pugalia was executive editor of ZEE News and executive producer of Living Media, Aaj Tak.

Talking about Pugalia's appointment, Haresh Chawla, CEO, CNBC-TV18, said, "We are pleased to announce Sanjay Pugalias appointment as editor of our Hindi programming initiatives. Sanjay has a pulse on the real issues that matter to the masses, in the language that appeals to this growing audience. CNBC-TV18s Hindi programming has received tremendous response from our audience; this will be further reinforced under his leadership. He brings with him a great deal of expertise in business and political reportage. We are certain he will be an invaluable asset to our channel."