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Coffee Culture Celebrates Republic Day with “Cup to a Cop”
MUMBAI: There's nothing like a hot and steamy cup of coffee on a cold winter day! To celebrate the culture of coffee with the spirit of the nation on the 71 Republic Day of India i.e. 26 January 2020, Coffee Culture has launched honoring the real heroes of the nation through the ‘cup to a cop’ campaign. Serving cappuccinos to the police officers on the road, the campaign pays tribute to the police officers who work day in and day out to protect our nation selflessly.
In India, every cop serves more than 800 citizens. Their constant efforts, bravery, and undying spirits largely go unacknowledged. This Republic Day, Coffee Culture is thanking the police officers of India across 20 cities and treating them with cups of joy as a gesture of gratitude.
Commemorating India’s Constitutional republicanism, Coffee Culture is celebrating Republic Day serving encouraging the customers to be a part of the drive and contribute to serving a cup of creamy goodness to all the officers present on the road on the 26 January 2020. The customers can contribute to Coffee Culture’s nearest CC outlets or be a part of the ‘cup to a cop’ drive and celebrate their day with the community of coffee lovers.
Creating elements of the local culture at every outlet, Coffee Culture is known for great coffee, delicious food and creating spaces for connecting with the local culture. With coffee as an integral part of our lives since forever, it’s one of the essential elements for meet-ups, get-togethers, business meetings and more. Striking conversations through their remarkable presence and representing true Indian coffee culture across major cities in India, Coffee Culture has earned a cult space in the heart of coffee lovers.
Nurturing the brand since its very emergence, Coffee Culture founder and CEO Gaurav Narang said, “A cup of coffee is a gesture of happiness, connection, and care. Our ‘cup to a cop’ initiative expresses gratitude and thanks to the heroes of our country for their service. Connecting to everyone with an endearing love for coffee, the campaign aims to gift the cup of joy to the people who serve the country.”
Contribute to the ‘cup to a cop’ drive with Coffee Culture by visiting the CC Outlets and celebrate your Republic Day serving the heroes who serve the nation.
Ever since its emergence, the cafes of Coffee Culture have been a hub for conversations, discussions, and expression of love for coffee. Crafting experience to brilliant brews and exquisite delicacies the brand has opened 22 outlets across 18 cities and is growing a strong network of coffee outlets.
Brands
Pocket FM elevates Lalit Gangwar to COO to drive global growth
Founding member to lead operations, monetisation and expansion across markets
MUMBAI: Pocket FM has elevated Lalit Gangwar to chief operating officer, tasking the founding team member with leading global business operations as the company sharpens its international growth strategy.
In his new role, Gangwar will oversee end-to-end operations across markets, including growth, monetisation and execution for the company’s audio business. The appointment comes as Pocket FM looks to strengthen its operating foundation and build a more predictable, scalable global business.
Gangwar has been closely involved in shaping the company’s trajectory from its early days. He played a key role in building the growth and marketing playbook in India, helping the platform scale to over 150 million users within its first year and establish a strong foothold in the audio storytelling category.
He later led Pocket FM’s expansion into the United States, where he set up teams, defined market strategy and drove scale, contributing significantly to the company’s international ambitions.
Pocket FM co-founder and CEO Rohan Nayak said, “Lalit has been central to Pocket FM’s journey from the very beginning. He has built our growth engine and scaled our business across markets.” He added that the company’s focus on nurturing internal talent makes Gangwar a natural choice to lead the next phase.
Gangwar said, “Pocket FM has always been driven by a simple belief that powerful stories can travel across borders and create meaningful impact.” He noted that the company will continue to focus on scaling markets, investing in AI-led storytelling and strengthening monetisation.
As COO, Gangwar is expected to bring greater operating discipline while building systems, talent and processes to support long-term growth.
With leadership continuity and a clear global focus, Pocket FM appears to be turning the page to its next chapter, one that aims to take its storytelling playbook well beyond home turf.
