Srinivasan K. Swamy Re-elected as AAAI President for 2025-26

Why in the News ?

• Veteran advertising leader Srinivasan K. Swamy has been re-elected as President of the Advertising Agencies Association of India (AAAI) for the year 2025-26.
• This marks his fourth term. His reappointment comes as AAAI celebrates 80 years since its establishment in 1945.
• The election reflects continued confidence in his leadership and contributions to the industry.

About Srinivasan K. Swamy

• Swamy is a senior and respected leader in the advertising and communications sector.
• He currently serves as the Executive Group Chairman of RK Swamy Limited.
• Previously, he served three consecutive terms as AAAI President from 2004 to 2007.
• He is widely recognized for promoting collaboration, professionalization, and policy advocacy in the Indian advertising industry.
• Swamy is considered one of the most influential voices in the field.

AAAI Leadership Team 2025-26

Alongside Swamy’s re-election, AAAI announced other leadership positions:

• Vice President: Jaideep Gandhi
• Board Members: Anupriya Acharya, Sam Balsara, Mohit Joshi, Anusha Shetty, Shashi Sinha, Vikram Sakhuja, Paritosh Srivastav

Outgoing President Prashant Kumar congratulated Swamy, stating that his leadership will further strengthen industry collaboration, policy advocacy, and innovation.

About AAAI

• Established: 1945
• Role: Represents the collective interests of advertising agencies in India
• Functions: Engages with government, media bodies, and stakeholders, promotes self-regulation, ethical practices, and industry growth

As AAAI completes eight decades in 2025, Srinivasan K. Swamy’s leadership is expected to play a key role in shaping the future of Indian advertising in the rapidly evolving digital era.