Brands
Doms paints water awareness at Kidzania event
MUMBAI: Doms marked World Water Day with an engaging art session at Kidzania, encouraging children to create water conservation-themed designs using paper plates. The event fostered artistic expression while subtly educating young participants about the importance of responsible water usage. Families and friends participated, creating a collaborative and educational atmosphere.
The initiative aimed to combine entertainment with education, promoting awareness of water conservation among children.
Doms chief marketing officer Saumitra Prasad said, “It’s an important day to help children understand the importance of water conservation in a fun and memorable manner. By providing them with a creative activity, we ensure they take away valuable lessons on sustainability, which they can share with others. Doms is proud to be integrating the Kidzania platform in such an impactful way, reinforcing the importance of social responsibility in a way that resonates with the next generation.”
The event successfully conveyed the message of water conservation, leaving a lasting impact on the young attendees. Doms continues to champion sustainable practices through innovative and creative initiatives that make learning both fun and meaningful.
Brands
Devyani International names Sandeep Anand, Robinder Singh in key roles
Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee businesses see leadership refresh from April
MUMBAI: Devyani International has strengthened its senior leadership bench with a fresh set of appointments across its key brands, Pizza Hut and Costa Coffee, signalling a sharper focus on growth and brand momentum.
The company has appointed Sandeep Anand as chief marketing officer and business head for Pizza Hut. His appointment, approved by the board via a circular resolution on April 3, follows a recommendation by the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, as reported by CNBC-TV18. Anand will officially step into the role on April 6, 2026.
He takes over from Vijay Gogate, who currently serves as chief executive officer for Pizza Hut within the company’s operations. The move marks a strategic transition as the brand looks to sharpen its marketing and business playbook in a competitive quick service restaurant market.
Anand brings over two decades of experience across the food and FMCG sectors, with a strong track record in brand building and innovation. His career spans roles at major consumer-facing companies including Domino’s, Zydus Wellness, Zomato, GSK Consumer Healthcare, Reckitt and Ranbaxy, giving him a well-rounded perspective on both scale and agility.
Alongside this, Robinder Singh has been appointed business head for Costa Coffee and the company’s airport operations. He too will assume his new role on April 6, bringing more than 18 years of experience in operations, business expansion and customer experience transformation.
The twin appointments come at a time when Devyani International is doubling down on leadership depth to steer its portfolio through evolving consumer preferences and heightened competition. With fresh faces at the helm of two key verticals, the company appears set to brew up its next phase of growth with renewed energy.
