Hathway Cable and Datacom has appointed Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as its new chief executive officer, marking a key leadership transition at the company as it looks to strengthen its position in the evolving cable and broadband market.

According to an Economic Times report, Kapoor will take over from Tavinderjit Singh Panesar, who is set to retire in August. The development signals a planned succession, with the company bringing in experienced leadership at a time when distribution and digital consumption patterns continue to shift rapidly.

Kapoor brings significant industry experience to the role, having previously led distribution at The Walt Disney Company’s Star India business, which is now part of JioStar. During his tenure, he was closely involved in driving distribution strategy and managing relationships across platforms, a background that is expected to be valuable for Hathway’s next phase of growth.

His appointment comes at a time when the cable and broadband sector is witnessing increased competition and transformation, with players focusing on expanding digital offerings and improving subscriber engagement. Industry observers believe Kapoor’s expertise in distribution and partnerships could help Hathway navigate these changes more effectively.

With the transition set to take place ahead of Panesar’s retirement, the company appears to be positioning itself for continuity as well as renewed strategic direction under its new leadership.