Rao was handling the programming of Turner's two kids channels - Cartoon Network and Pogo - in India.

Following exit of Rao, who will be serving at Turner till 31 December, the India production team will continue to be overseen by Turner Entertainment Networks Asia Pacific executive director, Original Production & Development Rick Fernandes.

Confirming the development to Indiantelevision.com, Turner International India Vice President and deputy general manager – entertainment networks, South Asia, Monica Tata said, “Yes, Rao has decided to move on from Turner to pursue new opportunities. She will be completing the production commitments for this year and her last working day with us will be in December.”

Prior to joining Turner in January 2008, Rao was creative director at Miditech.