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Tuesday, 13 October 2026

The National Executive Body of CPJA comprises veteran media professionals, legal experts, and senior journalists from various states across India. The committee is responsible for driving organizational policies, addressing grievances related to journalist safety, and organizing national media conclaves and training programs. 

The leadership circle ensures that the association remains a progressive force, championing press freedom and the welfare of every registered member.

National Leadership:

Sandeep Kasalkar
Founder & National President

Sandeep Kasalkar is a dynamic media entrepreneur, journalist, and digital news innovator with over a decade of experience in ground reporting, investigative journalism, content strategy, and multimedia production. As the Founder and National President of the Central Press Journalist Association (CPJA) and Editor-in-Chief of multiple digital media platforms, he has built a strong network that empowers journalists while delivering credible, impactful, and hyper-local news to millions. A versatile content creator, voice-over artist, show producer, and video editor, Sandeep combines technology with journalism to develop innovative media solutions that strengthen independent reporting. Driven by a passion for truth, leadership, and public service, he continues to redefine modern journalism through digital transformation, community engagement, and a relentless commitment to ethical and responsible news reporting.

Devesh Gupta 
Trustee

Devesh Gupta is a visionary media strategist, business leader, and investment professional with expertise spanning media, business development, investment management, commodities, equities, currencies, and international trade. With a sharp focus on building influential media ecosystems and unlocking business value, he specializes in creating high-impact content platforms, strategic partnerships, and growth-driven communication initiatives. His ability to bridge finance, business, and media enables organizations to strengthen their brand presence, engage stakeholders effectively, and drive sustainable expansion across domestic and global markets. Known for his strategic thinking, leadership, and execution excellence, Devesh continues to shape businesses through innovation, impactful storytelling, and result-oriented media solutions.

Rajesh Menon
Member - Board of Advisors

Rajesh Ravi Menon is a media, advertising and marketing professional with three decades of experience across India and the UAE. As Founder and Director of bluarrows, he helps organisations build brand visibility, strategic partnerships and effective communication.

His foundation in newspaper marketing, circulation and commercial roles at Indian Express, Press Centre Abu Dhabi, Emirates Evening Newspaper and Alliance Insurance shapes his approach to media planning, advertising strategy, PR and brand positioning.

Through bluarrows he delivers integrated campaigns, events, sponsorships and digital communication. His consulting also covers technology adoption (including AI and automation partnerships), sports marketing and organisational development, with work linked to Dubai Sports Council and community basketball programmes.

Accredited in Harrison Assessments and an Advisor to CPJA India, he combines media expertise with practical insights across business, technology and sport.


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