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Creative Eye confirms Sunil Gupta’s exit
MUMBAI: Creative Eye Limited has announced that Sunil Gupta has formally resigned from the company, effective 6 October 2025, bringing his association to a close after serving in multiple senior roles including co-producer, chief financial officer and managing director. The resignation has been attributed to personal reasons, and the company has clarified that Gupta no longer holds any managerial, financial, operational or advisory responsibilities within the organisation.
With this change, Creative Eye Limited has streamlined all official communication and decision-making channels. Going forward, all discussions, negotiations and correspondence related to the company will be handled solely by Ashutosh Kochhar, managing director. The company has urged all stakeholders, partners and associates to note the update and revise their records accordingly, signalling a clear handover and a fresh chapter at the helm.
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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.
