Karan Rajendra Darda elected Indian Newspaper Society (INS) president

New Delhi, Sep 7 (PTI) Karan Rajendra Darda of Lokmat was elected president of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) for 2026-27 on Monday, the media industry body said.

Darda, the executive director of Lokmat Media Group, succeeds Vivek Gupta of Sanmarg. His election was announced at the 67th annual general meeting of the INS, held via video conference.

Tanmay Maheshwari of Amar Ujala was elected deputy president, Harsha Mathew of Vanitha vice president and Anant Nath of Grihshobhika honorary treasurer for 2026-27. Mary Paul will continue as the secretary general of the society.

The INS executive committee for the year comprises 41 members.

Darda’s election marks the return of the INS presidency to Lokmat Media Group after nearly three decades. Lokmat Media Group chairman

Vijay Darda headed the industry body in 1997-98.

Darda brings a combination of global management perspectives and a deep understanding of India’s regional media landscape.

The INS is an apex body representing publishers of newspapers, magazines and periodicals in the country. PTI SBR VN VN