MUMBAI: BTVi has appointed Muralidhar Swaminathan as the channel director. A veteran financial news journalist, Swaminathan comes with experience of around 33 years in print and television broadcasting.

BTVi executive editor Siddharth Zarabi said, “Murali’s vast experience and leadership acumen are a value addition to the BTVi ethos. His truly integrated and cohesive leadership skills will drive us to even greater heights in the years to come.”

Swaminathan, said, “I am looking forward to partnering with the talented, young leadership team to deliver the company’s vision and invigorate growth.”

Murali has held senior editorial positions in leading financial dailies of the country, as well as news broadcast platforms. He is a PG Degree holder in Economics from Bangalore University.