Draft:Sarfaraz Saifi
Sarfaraz Saifi
[edit]Personal Information
[edit]- Position: Editor-in-Chief, News India
- Education: Postgraduate in Journalism from Aligarh Muslim University; studied Law
Career
[edit]Sarfaraz Saifi became the Editor-in-Chief of the Hindi national news channel News India on October 7, 2021. Previously, he was recognized as the anchor of the prime-time show Rashtravad on Zee Hindustan, where he set a record by hosting 200 consecutive episodes. Saifi began his journalism career as a trainee crime reporter at Aaj Tak. With over 15 years in the television industry, he has held various senior roles and served as a prime-time anchor across multiple channels.
Achievements
[edit]Saifi has played a key role in the successful launches of several news channels, including S1, Azad News, News Express, Mahua Group, and Samachar Plus. He also contributed to the branding initiatives for Jay Maharashtra and Bhaskar News.
Reporting Experience
[edit]Saifi has a strong interest in political reporting, particularly during elections. He has covered significant events in states such as Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Bihar, and West Bengal. His investigative work includes notable cases like the Noida Nithari case and the Aarushi murder case.
Awards and Honors
[edit]Saifi has received several accolades, including:
- National Television Journalism Award for Best Crime Reporter (2007)
- Rajiv Gandhi Global Excellence Award for Best Youth Anchor (2010)
- Young Anchor and Corporate Person award at the World Brand Summit 2016 in Dubai
News India Team
[edit]As Editor-in-Chief, Saifi leads a prominent team at News India, which includes Managing Editor Pashupati Sharma, Editorial Director Manish Awasthi, and Creative Head Atul Dayal.
Conclusion
[edit]Sarfaraz Saifi has made significant contributions to the field of journalism. His role as Editor-in-Chief at News India is expected to play a vital part in the channel's future success.