MUMBAI: Alok Agarwal is replacing Barun Das as chief executive officer of Zee News Ltd (ZNL) with effect from 1 October.

Das, who had a five-year stint has resigned and will be serving his notice period. He will complete the handover formalities to Agarwal.

ZNL managing director Punit Goenka said, “Over the last five years, Barun has contributed immensely to the growth of Zee News and taken the company to greater heights. We wish him the best for his future endeavour.”

Agrawal, an alumnus of IIT Kanpur and MBA from IIM Bangalore, moves in from CHEIL where he held the position of chief operating officer. He comes with a rich experience of over 22 years.

Said Goenka, “We welcome Alok into the Zee News family. His rich experience in the media domain would help us take Zee News to the next level of growth."