Gurugram: Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) has appointed Gagan Mangal as Head of Communications, effective January 12, 2026. Based in Gurugram, Mangal will lead Nissan’s communications function in India. He will report to Katherine Zachary, Vice President – International Communications, and work closely with Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, NMIPL.
Welcoming the appointment, Saurabh Vatsa 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, his leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our communications strategy and building a compelling Nissan narrative in India.”
Mangal joins Nissan from Volkswagen India, where he headed Press and Marketing Communications. A management graduate, he brings over 18 years of experience in corporate communications and marketing, having worked with leading automotive manufacturers including Volkswagen and Hyundai.
During his career, Mangal has played a key role in driving integrated communication strategies across product launches, large-scale events, brand campaigns, and media relations. He has been instrumental in shaping brand narratives and managing strong relationships with national and regional media.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Gagan Mangal said, “I am excited to join Nissan Motor India at this important phase of growth and transformation. India remains a priority market for Nissan, with significant opportunities to strengthen brand relevance, trust, and customer engagement. I look forward to working closely with teams across India and globally to craft a clear, confident and customer-centric narrative that reflects Nissan’s global ambitions while resonating authentically with Indian audiences.”
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.”
In his new role, Mangal will spearhead Nissan’s communications strategy in India, supporting upcoming product launches and strengthening the company’s media and stakeholder engagement as part of its brand resurgence journey.
