MUMBAI: Naval Pandya, a seasoned telecom executive, has joined You Broadband India  as vice president of network alliance, tasked with turbocharging the company's national broadband expansion. After a 13-year stint at GTPL Hathway, Pandya is set to leverage his extensive experience to forge strategic partnerships and broaden You Broadband's footprint.

Pandya, who officially plugged into his new role in April 2025, brings over two decades of industry expertise to the table. His LinkedIn post expressed enthusiasm for "building on that journey by strengthening our last-mile access and creating broadband-ready homes across the country."

You Broadband, in a statement, highlighted Pandya's "more than 22 years of industry experience," and expressed confidence that his "leadership and drive will contribute significantly to our goals on expanding the operator business."

Prior to You Broadband, Pandya served as vice president of broadband sales & operations at GTPL Hathway, where he oversaw customer lifecycle management, P&L management, and growth strategies. His resume also includes roles at Den Networks, Hathway Cable & Datacom, Bharti Airtel, Tata Communications, and You Telecom India.

Pandya's track record spans cable TV operations, broadband sales, and institutional sales, positioning him to drive You Broadband's ambitions in a rapidly evolving market. He arrives at You Broadband with a wealth of experience in the Indian broadband and cable sectors.