Mumbai, PPL India a music licensing company controlling over 4 million domestic and international sound recordings in several languages, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanjay Tandon, an esteemed figure in copyright administration and the current CEO of the Indian Singers’ Rights Association (ISRA) as an independent director.

He has been in the industry for the past 27 years and he was the one who started the movement of Collective Management of Copyright in Music India. This is a momentous occasion that aims to bring artists/musicians and music companies together to ensure a thriving and equitable environment for all stakeholders.

Speaking about his appointment, Tandon expressed, “I am honoured to join the Board of Directors of PPL India. I strongly believe that by fostering collaboration, understanding, and unity, we can create a thriving ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders. I look forward to working with the board and the management team to ensure that PPL India continues its growth story. I also look forward to contributing my might in bringing about a good copyright environment in India where copyright is respected and both user and artist/owner communities stand to prosper collectively.”

“I am delighted to welcome Mr. Sanjay Tandon as an Independent Director on the Board of PPL India. With his strategic vision and the pivotal role he has been playing in addressing industry challenges, Sanjay will help PPL bridge together the music artist fraternity together with the repertoire owners to create adherence within the marketplace.” said PPL India chairman Mandar Thakur.

“With this major step of our CEO Shri Sanjay Tandon joining the Board of PPL, the bond between singers & musicians and music companies is strengthened further. We are all very assured that with this step and with his experience and expertise, the music industry will now grow further for the benefit of all,” said ISRA chairman Anup Jalota.

“We extend a warm and enthusiastic welcome to Mr. Sanjay Tandon as he joins PPL India’s esteemed Board of Directors. His extensive expertise and profound understanding of copyright matters, along with his significant experience in the Indian music industry, make him a valuable addition to PPL’s Board,” said PPL India MD G.B. Aayeer.