Exclusive:Aditya Ghosh Joins Universal Music Publishing Group India As A&R Manager

In a notable development within India’s music publishing ecosystem, Aditya Ghosh has announced that he has taken on the role of A&R Manager at Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) India.

Sharing the update via a LinkedIn post, Ghosh revealed that he began the position earlier last year and is now looking ahead to contributing to and navigating the evolving music publishing landscape in the country. His move signals a continued strengthening of UMPG’s A&R capabilities in India, a market that has been witnessing rapid growth across streaming, sync, and songwriting communities.

Ghosh brings with him a background in A&R as well as media and entertainment law, positioning him uniquely at the intersection of creative development and rights management,both critical pillars in the modern publishing business. His expertise is expected to support UMPG India’s efforts in discovering and nurturing songwriting talent while expanding its catalogue footprint.

As global publishers continue to deepen their presence in India, appointments like Ghosh’s underline the increasing importance of local A&R leadership in unlocking regional talent and driving international collaborations. UMPG, in particular, has been steadily investing in the Indian market, aligning with broader industry trends that see the country as a high-growth hub for music publishing and intellectual property development.