Webchutney, Punt Partners founder Sidharth Rao passes away

Sidharth Rao, Co-founder of Punt Partners, a mar-tech business, and Webchutney, one of India’s most well-known and honoured digital businesses, passed away on Friday, April 21, 2023.

An official statement issued by Punt Partners, stated, “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and founder, Sidharth Rao. He suffered a fatal cardiac arrest on the 21st of April at his home in Karjat. Sid’s sudden demise has left us all in shock, and we request everyone’s time to grieve the loss of our beloved friend, son, brother, husband and colleague. Sid’s family is especially thankful for all the condolences and messages of support during this time.”

Webchutney was started by Rao in July 1999 and was purchased by Dentsu in 2013. The Unfiltered History Tour developed by his agency for Vice Media took home the top prizes at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in 2022.