Daily Current Affairs / Meta Appoints Arun Srinivas as Managing Director and India Head:
Category : Business and economics Published on: June 18 2025
Social media giant Meta has elevated Arun Srinivas to the role of Managing Director and India Head, effective from July 1. Currently heading Meta’s advertising business in India, Mr. Srinivas will now spearhead business growth, innovation, and strategic priorities in the region. His appointment follows an expanded leadership structure under Sandhya Devanathan for India and Southeast Asia.
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