NEW DELHI — Marking a notable leadership transition in the Indian digital media and public sector advertising landscape, Afzal Khan has stepped down from his role at Times Network.
Khan served as the National Head of Digital IPs (Intellectual Properties) and Government, concluding a successful five-year tenure where he bridged media properties with public sector initiatives.
A Half-Decade of Digital IP and Government Relations
Khan joined Times Network in March 2021, taking on a critical mandate that combined monetizing custom digital IPs with managing large-scale state and central government media accounts. Over his five years at the network, he led campaigns that combined public policy messaging with mainstream broadcast and digital reach.
His career portfolio highlights a strong background in premium lifestyle media and digital ecosystem management:
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Times Network (2021 – 2026): National Head of Digital IPs and Government.
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Condé Nast India: Served as Senior Manager for GQ India, handling high-end luxury brand partnerships and commercial lifestyle properties.
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Times Internet: An earlier foundational stint within the Times Group’s digital wing, sharpening his expertise in digital-first advertising structures.
The Intersection of Media and Public Sector Ad Spend
Khan’s departure comes at a time when major media conglomerates are aggressively reshaping their digital IP strategies to capture specialized government outlays, particularly around digital literacy, infrastructure highlights, and national campaigns.
Transition Summary:
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Executive: Afzal Khan
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Outgoing Role: National Head of Digital IPs and Government
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Corporate Entity: Times Network (Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd.)
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Tenure: 5 Years (March 2021 — July 2026)
While Khan has not formally announced his next professional move, his deep-domain network within both central ministries and premier global publishing houses positions him as a key asset for media tech platforms or public relations agencies looking to scale their public-private partnership (PPP) portfolios.
