Varsha Chainani has resigned from her role as Senior Vice President and Group Head of Corporate Communications and Brand at Vedanta. She had been with the company since September last year.With a career spanning over three decades in strategic communications, Chainani has held leadership positions at Adani Group, Mahindra Group, Abbott, IBM, and the Taj Group.Announcing her departure on social media, she shared, "I’m stepping into a new chapter—one that allows me to explore fresh opportunities, expand my horizons, and align my professional journey with my passions and values."?

Varsha Chainani has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Group Head of Corporate Communications and Brand at Vedanta Group, a leading global player in diversified natural resources. She shared the update on LinkedIn.Before joining Vedanta, Varsha was with Adani Group for over two and a half years as Group Head of Corporate Communications. In her new position, she will oversee the corporate communications and branding strategy for Vedanta, focusing on building the company's image and engaging key stakeholders.With more than 30 years of experience, Chainani has held leadership roles in organizations like Mahindra Group, Abbott Laboratories, IBM, and others. She has extensive expertise in areas such as reputation management, branding, mergers and acquisitions communication, sustainability, internal communications, content strategy, digital PR, and crisis communications.

Pramuch Goel has recently joined Syngene International Limited as the Head of Corporate Affairs. Announcing his transition on LinkedIn, Goel shared his excitement about the new role, stating, "After an amazing journey of over 7.5 years at the Mahindra Group, I am excited to join the dynamic team at Syngene International Limited. Looking forward to learning about an industry that is new to me and contributing to the growth of the company."He also mentioned his return to Bengaluru after more than a decade, adding, "This also brings me back to Bengaluru after more than a decade, and I look forward to connecting with friends and colleagues in the city."An experienced brand and communications professional, Goel’s expertise spans Reputation & Brand Management, CommTech, Public Affairs, External & Internal Communications, CSR & Sustainability, Crisis Management, Analyst Relations, Change Management, Client & Executive Communications, and Event and Content Management.Before joining Syngene, Goel served as VP & Head - Group Communications at Mahindra Rise for over seven years. He has also held roles as Head of Corporate Communications at Intex Technologies (India) Ltd. and the Gujarat Lions IPL Team. His career includes managing communications for several leading firms, including Cisco Systems, IBM, Quark, and Old World Hospitality.

Mahindra Group has appointed APCO Worldwide as its public relations agency of record in the United States. The move aims to enhance Mahindra's reputation and strengthen its presence in the US market.APCO will provide strategic communications counsel and media relations support to Mahindra, leveraging its expertise in corporate reputation, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement.Mahindra Group, a $19 billion multinational conglomerate, operates in various sectors, including automotive, agriculture, aerospace, and renewable energy. The company has a significant presence in the US, with operations in states like Michigan, Tennessee, and Texas.“We are impressed with APCO’s global reach and expertise across industries. This strategic partnership will bolster our presence in the US market —expanding Tech Mahindra’s influence in communications, manufacturing, financial services, insurance, retail and consumer goods, travel and transportation, tech and media, health care and life sciences, and energy and utilities sectors,”said Lakshmanan Chidambaram, President and Head of Americas leadership council, Tech Mahindra and Americas Head, Mahindra Group. The partnership with APCO is expected to help Mahindra navigate the complex US market, build relationships with key stakeholders, and showcase its commitment to innovation and sustainability.