Billboard India Appoints Preeti Nayyar as COO, Strengthening Leadership for Music Industry Expansion

Mumbai, 10^th June 2026: Billboard India has announced the appointment of Preeti Nayyar as its Chief Operating Officer (COO), marking a significant leadership addition as the brand looks to strengthen its position in India’s rapidly expanding music and entertainment landscape. With more than 25 years of experience across media, television, radio, film marketing and the music business, Nayyar brings a wealth of expertise to a platform that has increasingly become a key voice in India’s evolving music ecosystem.

Nayyar’s appointment comes at a time when India’s music industry is experiencing strong growth, driven by digital streaming, regional music consumption, creator-led content and increasing brand investments in entertainment. Her extensive experience in building partnerships, driving business growth and managing large-scale media operations is expected to help Billboard India expand its commercial footprint while deepening its engagement with artists, labels, advertisers and audiences across the country.

Speaking on her appointment, Preeti Nayyar, Chief Operating Officer, Billboard India, said, “India’s music industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with artists, audiences, and businesses contributing to an ecosystem that is more vibrant and influential than ever before. Billboard is one of the most trusted and iconic music brands in the world, and the opportunity to build and grow its India chapter at such a defining moment is incredibly exciting. I look forward to working closely with Priyanka, our partners, artists, labels, and the wider industry to create a platform that celebrates music culture, drives meaningful industry conversations, and delivers value for artists, fans, and brands alike”.

As COO, Nayyar will oversee business operations, strategic growth initiatives and revenue development for Billboard India. Her leadership is expected to play a crucial role in identifying new opportunities across content, events, brand collaborations and industry partnerships. The move reflects Billboard India’s ambition to evolve beyond a music publication and establish itself as a leading platform connecting artists, fans and businesses within the broader entertainment ecosystem.

The appointment also highlights the growing importance of experienced industry leadership in navigating India’s increasingly competitive music and media landscape. As consumption patterns continue to shift and new opportunities emerge across digital platforms, live experiences and creator economies, Billboard India appears focused on building a strong foundation for long-term growth. With Preeti Nayyar at the helm of operations, the company is positioning itself to capitalize on the next phase of growth in one of the world’s most exciting music markets.