Brands
Human bags branding and creative mandate for jumbo pops
Mumbai: Launched by creative duo Chirag Raheja and Imran Khan, the integrated agency ‘Human’ has been onboarded by an Africa-based FMCG brand.
Part of Parrogate Ginneries’ FMCG range, Jumbo Pops is a lollipop and candy brand operating in Zambia, Tanzania, and other African countries. While lollipops generally fall under the broad spectrum of ‘junk food’, they make for an affordable source of sugar and energy among children – something that people in these economies greatly benefit from.
Commenting on the partnership, Jagdish Kandpal of Parrogate Ginneries said “It’s refreshing to collaborate with Human on our emerging brand. Their creative and branding efforts are already creating a strong foundation for us, capturing the essence of our brand and building anticipation among potential customers.”
“Partnering with Human was a stroke of genius for our budding brand. Their fresh and innovative approach has already begun to generate buzz and anticipation in the market. Their dedication to understanding our vision and translating it into impactful campaigns is truly remarkable.” added Parrogate Ginneries business head Venkat Muralidadi.
The agency’s mandate includes working on the branding and packaging of the different lollipop flavours and variants, as well as creating retail communication for the brand.
Human co-founder and director Chirag Raheja said “The FMCG category has always been special for me, but this time, it’s a much bigger game we’re playing. In addition to boosting happiness levels among kids, we’re on a mission to help them stay on their feet all day, without putting a dent in their parents’ pockets. I’m delighted that Human is their partner of choice for this project, and I look forward to creating some stellar work for them.”
Adding to this sentiment, Human co-founder and director Imran Khan said “More than just good-looking work, this is our chance to create work that makes a real difference to people in African countries. That’s exactly what we want Human to stand for, and I’m grateful for the trust placed in us by the brand.”
Brands
IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
