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Nissan India Ropes in Gagan Mangal as Head of Communications
Gagan Mangal has been appointed as the Head of Communications at Nissan Motor India, effective January 12, 2026. Based in Gurugram, he will oversee all communications functions and report to Katherine Zachary, Vice President of International Communications. Mangal, with over 18 years of experience in automotive communications, previously worked at Volkswagen India and Hyundai Motor India. His role will encompass managing corporate communications, media relations, and the overall communications strategy to support product launches and enhance Nissan’s brand presence in India.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Jan 17, 2026, 05:17 PM IST
Nissan India Ropes in Gagan Mangal as Head of Communications
Gagan Mangal has been appointed Head of Communications at Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. The appointment is effective from 12 January 2026. He will be based in Gurugram and will lead all communications-related functions for the company in India. Mangal will report to Katherine Zachary, Vice President – International Communications. He will also work closely with Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India.
Katherine Zachary, Vice President – International Communications, said, “Gagan brings deep automotive communications expertise and a strong understanding of the Indian media landscape. “We are confident his leadership will be instrumental as Nissan enters an exciting new phase in India.”
Professional Background
Prior to joining Nissan, Mangal was associated with Volkswagen India, where he headed press and marketing communications. He has over 18 years of experience in corporate communications and marketing across the automotive sector. His previous roles include assignments with Hyundai Motor India, where he worked on communications planning and execution.
Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, “We are pleased to welcome Gagan to Nissan Motor India at a pivotal time in our journey. He brings deep automotive communications expertise and a strong understanding of the Indian media landscape. As we accelerate our brand resurgence and prepare for exciting product launches, Gagan’s leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our communications strategy and building a compelling Nissan narrative in India.”
Role and Responsibilities
In his new role at Nissan Motor India, Mangal will be responsible for managing corporate and product communications, media relations, and overall communications strategy. His work will support upcoming product-related activities and ongoing engagement with national and regional media.
Gagan Mangal, Head of Communications, Nissan Motor India, said, “I am truly excited to join Nissan Motor India at this pivotal moment in its growth and transformation journey. India remains a priority market for Nissan, with significant opportunities to strengthen brand relevance, trust, and customer connection. I look forward to collaborating closely with teams across India and globally to craft a clear, confident, and customer‑centric narrative one that reflects Nissan’s global ambitions while resonating authentically with audiences in India.”
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