With a decade-long journey across India’s vibrant media landscape, Drupad Patel has taken up a new role as Deputy Manager at The Times of India – OMS in Ahmedabad, one of the country’s most iconic Media networks.
Over the past three and a half years at Mirchi, Drupad has steadily climbed the ranks from Senior Account Manager to Group Manager and Team Lead. He drove regional growth, fostered client relationships, and established brand partnerships with a deep understanding of local markets. Now, he would be managing the media solutions part as Deputy Manager at Times of India- OMS.

Before Mirchi, he honed his media strategy skills at Dainik Bhaskar and Rajasthan Patrika, where he managed marketing operations and client solutions across Gujarat. His early experience at the Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) in Junagadh shows a unique blend of government and corporate insight.
Drupad’s journey is marked by perseverance, people-first thinking, and consistent performance in the ever-evolving media sector. As he now begins his new journey at TOI OMS, here’s wishing him continued success and impact across markets!
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