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Manoj Pal

New Delhi

Summary

Seasoned Communications professional with 18+ years of experience driving public relations, brand awareness, reputation management, crisis communication and leadership communication across industries.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

PR CONSULTANT

REC Limited
10.2023 - Current

Strategic communication initiatives for Government Flagship programmes

  • Spearheading the drafting of the national level “Comprehensive Smart Meter Communication" initiative for the Ministry of Power
  • Core team member spearheading the nationwide awareness and outreach communication strategy for PM Surya Ghar : Muft Bijli Yojana, a pioneering initiative by the MNRE aimed at transforming India's energy landscape
  • Developed a trusted network of energy media contacts, leading to more than 50 media placements per month resulted in significant buzz and increased brand building

Driving Public Perception

  • · Crafted strategic communication plans for quarterly press conferences, driving a significant 25% increase in brand awareness among key stakeholders (vs. Q3 2023).
  • · Drafted press releases, chairman message, talking points, media draft responses, press statements, key developments, and financial results, securing placements in prominent business and mainline publications, resulted in 20% brand voice across publications


PROJECT DIRECTOR

FUSION CORPORATE SOLUTIONS (FOR REC LTD)
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Led a high performing team of 8 to manage REC Communication account, successfully executed social media, public relations and brand communications resulting in a 30% increase in audience engagement and a 25% boost in brand awareness.
  • Spearheaded and executed a comprehensive PR and Social Media Strategy for REC to enhance PR and social media visibility
  • Devised the PR Calendar and spearheaded the PR strategy resulted in over 100 coverages in the press conference

DIRECTOR – MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS

Engage2win Communications
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Designed and implemented communication strategies for the platform encompassing PR and media relations.
  • Managed social media platforms, crafted compelling content resulted in 40 % brand voice across leading publications
  • Managed brand communication and digital content for the brand's social media platforms from thought leadership perspective, and reputation in both online and offline channels.

AGM & HEAD – CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

HINDUSTAN POWER, A LEADING ENERGY COMPANY WITH PAN INDIA PRESENCE
05.2011 - 08.2021
  • Led the corporate communications function, crafted communication strategies and annual plans to position Hindustan Power as a leading energy player in the industry
  • Developed a compelling corporate brand story resulted in increased speaking engagements at various industry conferences by 35%
  • Successfully navigated a national crisis, developed a comprehensive communication plan to restore brand reputation.
  • Secured media placements in top business publications i.e. Economic Times, Forbes, Mint, FE, BS for significant brand exposure.
  • Developed 360-degree media coverage through partnerships with leading publications, maximizing reach and impact.
  • Developed a compelling narrative positioning Hindustan Power as a dominant force and industry visionary in the energy sector.
  • Secured media engagements that established the Company and its CEOs as respected thought leaders in the energy sector

MANAGER – PR & MARCOMM JITF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE

JITF is the infrastructure arm of Jindal SAW Ltd and a part of the US$ 15 billion O.P. Jindal Group
09.2010 - 04.2011
  • Launched the company's brand, spearheaded impactful PR & marketing initiatives
  • Fostered strong stakeholder communication, culminating in a cohesive brand identity and positioning the CEO as a thought leader.

ASSOCIATE MANAGER

GMR DELHI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PVT LIMITED
  • Revamped Delhi Airport website: Led a successful relaunch, introducing user-friendly features that boosted website traffic by 30%.
  • Launched Airport Newsletter : Pioneered the first Airport Newsletter, enhancing communication with passengers and stakeholders.
  • Branding and Media Strategist: Contributed to the successful launch of Delhi Airport's Terminal 3, playing a key role in branding and media efforts
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on strategic planning efforts, aligning departmental goals with overarching company objectives.

Education

Executive Programme in General Management -

Indian School of Business (ISB)
Hyderabad, India
04.2022

PG Diploma in Marketing Management - Management

IMT
Ghaziabad
12.2013

Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism - Journalism, Print

Indian Institute of Mass Communication
New Delhi, India
04.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Russian

Jawaharlal Nehru University
New Delhi, India
07.2000

Skills

  • Media & PR Relations
  • Corporate Communications
  • Brand Reputation
  • Brand Management
  • Internal Communications
  • Social Media
  • Govt/PSUs Communication

Accomplishments

  • Core team member spearheading the nationwide awareness and outreach communication strategy for PM Surya Ghar : Muft Bijli Yojana, a pioneering initiative by MNRE aimed at transforming India's energy landscape
  • Drafted and contributed to the communication strategy for the RDSS (Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme), driving targeted messaging and outreach efforts.
  • Played a key role in the media and communications team that launched Asia's largest solar farm in 2011.
  • Won the CMO Asia Achievers Award in the Brand Revitalization Campaign of the Year category

Languages

Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

PR CONSULTANT

REC Limited
10.2023 - Current

PROJECT DIRECTOR

FUSION CORPORATE SOLUTIONS (FOR REC LTD)
01.2023 - 08.2023

DIRECTOR – MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS

Engage2win Communications
09.2021 - 12.2022

AGM & HEAD – CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

HINDUSTAN POWER, A LEADING ENERGY COMPANY WITH PAN INDIA PRESENCE
05.2011 - 08.2021

MANAGER – PR & MARCOMM JITF WATER INFRASTRUCTURE

JITF is the infrastructure arm of Jindal SAW Ltd and a part of the US$ 15 billion O.P. Jindal Group
09.2010 - 04.2011

ASSOCIATE MANAGER

GMR DELHI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT PVT LIMITED

Executive Programme in General Management -

Indian School of Business (ISB)

PG Diploma in Marketing Management - Management

IMT

Post Graduate Diploma in English Journalism - Journalism, Print

Indian Institute of Mass Communication

Bachelor of Arts - Russian

Jawaharlal Nehru University
Manoj Pal