MUMBAI: McCann Worldgroup has appointed Rajeev Rakhsit as general manager for McCann Delhi.

Rakhsit has moved in from Saregama where he was head – new initiatives.

McCann Worldgroup India chairman and CEO Prasoon Joshi added, “I am extremely happy to have Rajeev come aboard in a key role. He is passionate about the business and I am sure this will further strengthen our north operation led by Alok Lall."

McCann handles several big clients like Aircel, GM, Greenply, ICI Dulux, Coca-Cola, Videocon, Metlife, Unicef, Dish TV, Subway, Reebok and Chloromint from Delhi.

Rakshit comes in with over 17 years of experience. Prior to Saregama, he has also worked wih MAA Bozell and Bates Clarion. He has handled businesses such as JK Tyres, Nestle – Maggie Noodles, Peter England, HP, Compaq, Intel, Dell Computers, Wipro Technologies and DLF.