Mr. Anil Khera, CEO, Videocon d2h was recognised as the “Man of Electronics” by CEAMA. This covered accolade is in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the growth of the consumer electronics and appliances industry in India and reaffirms the deep respect the industry has for his pioneering stewardship of the industry.
The award was conferred by honourable Shri P. P. Chaudhary, Hon’ble MoS for Law & Justice and Electronics & IT, Government of India at the CEAMA’s 37thAnnual function, held in New Delhi.
Mr. Anil Khera, a 35 year plus veteran of the electronics and appliances industry, has been at various leadership roles in his over 30 years association with the Videocon group. As the first MD of Sansui, Mr. Khera made it among the best selling TV brands. As MD of Kelvinator, he guided it to high growth in a fragmented, intensely competitive industry.
In 2008, he joined Videocon d2h, the DTH service brand from the Videocon group. Mr. Khera has been instrumental in making Videocon d2h among the top brands in a 6 player industry and the fastest growing DTH service in India. Under his leadership, Videocon d2h became the first Indian media company to be listed on NASDAQ. For the past 3 years, Mr. Khera has been the President of the DOAI, the apex industry body.
Consumer Electronics and Appliances Manufacturers Association (CEAMA), is an all India body representing the INR 450 billion Consumer Electronics and Durables Industry. With around 100 members & a strong foothold since the past 36 years, this non-profit organization constantly strives to look after the common interests of its members, for sustainable growth in the sector. CEAMA acts as a catalyst in the promotion of Industry, Trade, Technology and Entrepreneurship.
By Baishakhi Dutta
