New Delhi: In a significant development for India’s media landscape, veteran journalist and Sanmarg Media Group's Managing Director Vivek Gupta has been elected as the new President of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) for the 2025–2026 term. The announcement was made during the Society’s 86th Annual General Meeting, which was held via video conferencing on Thursday. Gupta’s appointment is particularly notable, as he becomes the first representative from Eastern India to hold the top post at INS after a gap of 32 years. His elevation to the role reflects his long-standing contributions to Indian journalism and the trust placed in his leadership by the country’s leading print media organizations. A Veteran in the Media Industry Vivek Gupta brings decades of editorial, managerial, and social leadership experience. He has previously served the Indian Newspaper Society in key roles including Deputy President, Vice-President, and Honorary Treasurer. Beyond journalism, he is also recognized as a political leader and social activist. INS Leadership for 2025–2026 Alongside Gupta, the new office bearers for the Indian Newspaper Society include: Vice-President: Karan Rajendra Darda (Lokmat Group) Vice President: Tanmay Maheshwari (Amar Ujala) Honorary Treasurer: Anant Nath (Grihshobika) The AGM also saw the election of a 41-member Executive Committee, comprising senior representatives from major national and regional newspapers across India. Key Members of the INS Executive Committee: Harsha Mathew (Vanitha) Dhruba Mukherjee (Anandabazar Patrika) Vijay Jawaharlal Darda (Lokmat Samachar) Vivek Goenka (The Indian Express) Mahendra Mohan Gupta (Dainik Jagran) Sanjay Gupta (Dainik Jagran, Varanasi) Shivendra Gupta (Business Standard) K. R. P. Reddy (Sakshi) Mohit Jain (The Economic Times) M. V. Shreyams Kumar (Mathrubhumi) Vijay Kumar Chopra (Punjab Kesari) Girish Agarwal (Dainik Bhaskar) Samudra Bhattacharya (Dainik Bhaskar, Chandigarh) and several others representing prominent newspapers and media institutions. A Defining Moment for Eastern India’s Media Vivek Gupta’s election as INS President is not only a personal milestone but also a proud moment for the media community in Eastern India, a region often underrepresented in national leadership roles. His tenure is expected to bring fresh vision, strategic direction, and strong advocacy for the print media industry amid ongoing digital transformation and evolving challenges. Conclusion Vivek Gupta’s appointment as President of the Indian Newspaper Society marks a pivotal moment for Indian journalism. His vast experience, editorial integrity, and leadership acumen position him to guide INS through a time of change and innovation in the news industry. The media fraternity now looks forward to a term of renewed purpose and strong representation under his stewardship.