Sumit Awasthi is a highly respected and well-known Consulting Editor at NDTV India, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in Hindi journalism. Recognized as a prime-time news anchor and a credible face of television news, he has been associated with leading news brands such as Zee News, Aaj Tak, Network18, and ABP News throughout his career. Awasthi's major forte lies in political reportage, though he has also extensively covered cricket and international affairs. Among his notable achievements, he has received prestigious accolades like the Dada Saheb Phalke Excellence Award, Madhav Jyoti Award, and Exchange4media News Broadcasting Awards (enba) for his significant contributions to journalism. He is also the author of the recently launched book, 'Un-finished: The End of Kejriwal Era?,' offering a detailed account of the Aam Aadmi Party's political journey. Sumit Awasthi is celebrated for his sharp insights, impactful storytelling, and dedication to ethical journalism, inspiring young journalists and consistently delivering clear, well-researched reports to his audience.This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
A renowned journalist with over 25 years of experience, Sumit Awasthi has witnessed and shaped the evolution of media—from print to electronic and now digital.
Having worked with top news networks like Zee News, Aaj Tak, IBN7, and NDTV, he has received prestigious awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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