Kumar, who was elevated to the top post in November 2011, was with the group since its formative days, Network18 said in a statement today.
He was the man behind creation and management of group's ventures in partnership with CNBC and CNN and its foray into entertainment sector in partnership with Viacom.
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Commenting on the development, Network18 Founder and Editor Raghav Bahal said: "He has been one of the key pillars of the Network18 story. I am truly privileged to have been able to work with some one like Sai".
On his departure, Kumar said: "While all good things comes to an end, I see it as a new beginning and I am positive and hopeful that Network18 scales new height here on.
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