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Cartoon Network’s Toon Yatra kicks off in Mumbai
MUMBAI: Great news for Cartoon Network fans across the country! Cartoon network’s four-city event Toon Yatra kicked off in Mumbai, on 8 February 2004.
Over 13,000 toonheads had a gala time with their favorite toonstars, Tom & Jerry, Scooby Doo, Powerpuff Girls, Mojo Jojo, Dexter and Dee-Dee at Toon Yatra in Mumbai. The event captured Bollywood masti and toon spirit through Cartoon Network’s brand of toony medley of music, dance, games and goodies galore, says an official press release.
The extravaganza event saw kids playing at the various game stalls, winning attractive Cartoon Network prizes, and dancing away with toon icons to the current chart-buster from the movie Kal Ho Na Ho- It’s the time to Disco, says the release.
Comprising two shows, the four-city event is scheduled to travel to Pune, Ludhiana and New Delhi on 15, 22 and 29 February 2004, respectively, adds the release. Nestle Maggie Noodles and Dabur Hajmola Candy Fun2 are the presenting sponsors and Samsung, while Camlin and Hewlett Packard are the co-sponsors of the show.
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
