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Social Panga strengthens its creative team, appoints Rohit Singh as creative director
Mumbai: Social Panga, the integrated creative and digital marketing agency founded by Himanshu Arora and Gaurav Arora has announced the appointment of Rohit Singh as creative director.
Singh brings with him a cumulative experience of 12+ years and will be based in Bangalore. Prior to joining Social Panga, Singh worked with Publicis and Ogilvy wherein he looked into some key accounts which included Vodafone, Canon, Taco Bell, Philips and Dabur.
His new role at Social Panga involves overlooking creative mandates involving ATL/BTL, digital, production with an integrated approach.
Commenting on his appointment, Social Panga co-founder Gaurav Arora said, “We are glad to welcome Rohit on board as our leading creative mafia. As we continue on our journey of growing strength to strength and offering more new age tech solutions to brands, we need people who can bring in fresh outlook, enthusiasm and a sense of oneness. Rohit’s creative mind fits well with our current phase of expansion, and we look forward towards working with him.”
Adding to it, Social Panga co-founder Himanshu Arora said, “Rohit’s addition to the team comes in sync with our long-term vision at Social Panga. He brings in a holistic and integrated outlook with a new-age approach. His creative vision and aspiration to do global award-winning work fits with our Panga DNA. Super excited to see what holds for us in the coming times.”
Speaking on his appointment Singh said, “The times are confusing. Cringe is cool, portfolios are sneakers, AI – a friend or foe, we don’t know. Whatever it is, we are at a pivotal moment that will define modern culture and that’s exciting for any creative person. I feel extremely thrilled to be joining Social Panga in such times. We are growing in terms of people and business while evolving to become one of the most watched independent agencies in India.”
Social Panga recently expanded its Delhi operations and is now a 400-seater office across Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
