Published on: October 15, 2026
Havas Creative India has announced the appointment of Montu Sangha as Bengaluru Head, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to further strengthening its presence in South India, which is emerging as one of the country’s most dynamic business markets.
Based out of Bengaluru, Montu will report to Anupama Ramaswamy, MD & Chief Creative Officer, Havas Creative India and will be responsible for leading the agency’s operations in the region, accelerating business growth, deepening client partnerships, nurturing talent, and further enhancing Havas Creative India’s integrated creative offering in South India.
The appointment comes at a time when Havas Creative India’s Bengaluru operations, which is the primary hub for all the South India businesses, have witnessed steady growth, serving a diverse portfolio of clients across categories. Montu’s appointment is expected to further build on this momentum and strengthen the agency’s capabilities and presence in the region.
Over the years, the Bengaluru office has evolved into one of Havas India’s most integrated villages with all its 26 agencies and expertise under one roof. Montu will work closely with leaders across the network to further strengthen integration and the One Havas ethos, unlock new growth opportunities, and enhance the value delivered to clients through the Village model.
Commenting on the appointment, Anupama Ramaswamy, Managing Director and Chief Creative Officer, Havas Creative India, said, “As we continue to evolve our business and build for the future, it is important that we create an agile, empowered, and efficient leadership team that can respond to the changing needs of our clients and the market. Montu brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, business acumen, operational excellence, and client leadership. Her experience across consulting, advertising, and brand building makes her exceptionally well-placed to lead our Bengaluru operations and unlock the next phase of growth for the business. We are delighted to welcome her to the Havas family.”
Speaking on her appointment, Montu Sangha, said, “Havas has built a strong reputation for creativity, integration, and meaningful client partnerships, making this an exciting time to join the organization. Bengaluru continues to be a thriving hub for innovation and business growth, and I look forward to working with our teams and clients to create impactful solutions, strengthen relationships, and drive the next chapter of growth for Havas Creative India in the region.”
Montu Sangha brings over two decades of experience across advertising, consulting, and client-side marketing, with expertise in business transformation, brand strategy, and integrated communications.
Most recently, she served as Vice President at Dentsu, where she led business strategy, operations, and growth for dentsu Bx and dentsu Lab India, partnering with CXOs to deliver transformation, innovation, and experience-led solutions. In an earlier stint with the network, she established and scaled its Bengaluru office, tripling revenues within three years and leading landmark assignments including IKEA’s India launch and digital transformation initiatives for Tata Tea and AJIO.
Prior to dentsu, Montu held marketing leadership roles at GE Healthcare and HP UK, where she drove brand strategy, demand generation, and integrated marketing programs. Throughout her career, she has built high-performing teams, launched brands, and delivered business growth across multiple categories and markets.
With her cross-functional experience spanning consulting, marketing transformation, and integrated communications, Montu is well positioned to lead Havas Creative India’s Bengaluru operations and contribute to the agency’s continued growth journey.
