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Managing Editor, Sadhna News

RK Gandhi

Senior Journalist · Author · Conflict-Zone Reporter

One of India's most recognized conflict-zone journalists with over 25 years of fearless reporting from Naxal-affected regions, parliamentary corridors, and beyond. Author of "Naxal Live".

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Years Experience
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Media Houses
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Awards
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25+ Years in Journalism Author of "Naxal Live" Laadli National Award Winner Conflict Zone Reporter Managing Editor, Sadhna News Defence Correspondent Trained Parliamentary Bureau Trained International Speaker 25+ Years in Journalism Author of "Naxal Live" Laadli National Award Winner Conflict Zone Reporter Managing Editor, Sadhna News Defence Correspondent Trained
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25+
Years
About

A Fearless Voice in Indian Journalism

RK Gandhi is a senior media professional and the Managing Editor of Sadhna News (MP/CG), with over 25 years of distinguished experience across print and electronic journalism. He possesses deep domain knowledge spanning all aspects of media — from reporting and editorial leadership to conflict-zone journalism.

An alumnus of Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal, RK Gandhi secured the top position in his batch during his post-graduation in Mass Communication. His career is marked by fearless reporting from India's most dangerous conflict zones, exclusive access to Naxal leadership, and a commitment to truth that has earned him both accolades and threats.

Print & Electronic Media
Conflict Zone Reporting
Parliamentary Affairs
Defence Journalism
Editorial Leadership
Published Author
Areas of Expertise

Professional Domains

Decades of experience across the entire spectrum of Indian journalism

Conflict & Internal Security

Specialized ground reporting from Naxal-affected regions including Abujhmad — one of India's most inaccessible and dangerous zones in the Red Corridor.

Parliamentary Affairs

BPST-trained journalist with direct exposure to parliamentary proceedings and interactive sessions with Prime Minister, Speaker, and Union Ministers.

Defence Reporting

Certified through the Defence Correspondents Course (DCC) by the Directorate of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, Government of India.

Electronic Media

Extensive experience in broadcast journalism — from field reporting and anchoring to editorial management across major news networks.

Print Journalism

A strong foundation in print media with experience at national publications including Dainik Bhaskar, Jansatta, and Lokmat among others.

Investigative Journalism

Multiple recognitions for investigative reporting that has uncovered ground realities from insurgency zones and governance failures.

Special Coverage

Naxal & Conflict Reporting

Fearless journalism from India's most dangerous conflict zones

Into the Heart of Naxalgarh

RK Gandhi is nationally recognized for his exclusive and high-risk reporting on Left Wing Extremism (Naxalism). He has spent extensive time in Naxalgarh and Abujhmad (Abujhamar) — one of India's most inaccessible and unsurveyed regions, considered the strongest Maoist base in the Red Corridor.

His exclusive footage and reports have been carried by national media outlets, contributing significantly to public understanding of India's internal security challenges.

Exclusive Interviews

Conducted exclusive interviews with top Naxal leaders from deep within conflict zones

Abujhmad Reporting

Extended ground reporting from one of India's most inaccessible and unsurveyed regions

Life-Threatening Risks

Faced multiple death threats due to his fearless and uncompromising journalism

National Impact

Exclusive footage picked up by national media outlets across India

Abujhmad
Deepest Conflict Zone
Multiple
Death Threats Faced
Exclusive
Naxal Leader Interviews
National
Media Coverage
"True journalism demands the courage to walk into the darkness so that others may see the light. The stories untold are the ones that matter most." — RK GANDHI
Published Work

The Book

NAXAL
LIVE
RK Gandhi
A first-hand account from India's Red Corridor

Naxal Live

"Naxal Live" is a powerful and riveting first-hand account of RK Gandhi's journey through Naxal-affected areas and conflict zones of central India. The book documents the ground realities of insurgency, the complex dynamics of Maoist ideology in tribal regions, security challenges faced by the state, and the human stories that rarely make it to mainstream media.

Written from years of personal experience in some of India's most dangerous and inaccessible territories, the book offers readers an unfiltered view of life inside the Red Corridor — a perspective that few journalists have dared to present.

First-hand reporting from Abujhmad and Naxalgarh
Exclusive insights into Maoist ideology and operations
Human stories from conflict zones
Internal security analysis and ground realities
Honored with Padma Shri Mukutdhar Pandey Samman at International Hindi Conference, Sri Lanka
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Recognition

Awards & Honours

Recognized nationally and internationally for journalistic excellence

Padma Shri Mukutdhar Pandey Samman

For "Naxal Live"

Awarded at the 8th International Hindi Conference, Sri Lanka, in recognition of his powerful first-hand account of conflict-zone journalism.

International Hindi Conference, Sri Lanka

Laadli Media National Award

National Recognition

Prestigious national award recognizing outstanding contribution to gender-sensitive journalism and media excellence across India.

National Award

Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha Award

Utkrisht Electronic Media Journalist

Honored by the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly as the Outstanding Electronic Media Journalist for exceptional reporting and coverage.

2020

Investigative Journalism Awards

Multiple Recognitions

Multiple awards and recognitions for investigative journalism and fearless reporting from conflict-affected regions of central India.

Multiple Years

International Representation

Global Platforms

Represented Indian journalism at Vishwa Hindi Sammelan, Mauritius and International Hindi Conference, Sri Lanka.

International

Conflict Journalism Recognition

Naxal Reporting Excellence

Recognized for exclusive and fearless ground reporting from India's most dangerous Naxal-affected zones including Abujhmad.

Career Recognition
Qualifications

Education & Training

Academic excellence and prestigious institutional training

PG in Mass Communication

Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism & Communication, Bhopal

Completed Post-Graduation in Mass Communication with distinction, securing the topper position in his batch.

Batch Topper

Bureau of Parliamentary Studies & Training (BPST)

Lok Sabha Secretariat, Parliament of India, New Delhi

Prestigious internship with interactive sessions with the Prime Minister, Lok Sabha Speaker, and several Union Ministers.

Defence Correspondents Course (DCC)

Directorate of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence

Specialized training in defence reporting, military communication, and parliamentary defence affairs.

Professional Journey

Career & Media Associations

A distinguished career across India's leading media organizations

Current

Managing Editor

Sadhna News (MP/CG)

Leading editorial operations and news coverage for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh regions.

National

Zee Network

Zee Media

Contributed to one of India's largest media conglomerates in broadcast journalism.

National

ETV

ETV Network

Key contributor to ETV's regional and national news operations.

National

Dainik Bhaskar

India's Largest Hindi Newspaper

Reporting and editorial work with India's most-circulated Hindi daily newspaper.

National

Jansatta

Indian Express Group

Worked with the prestigious Hindi daily of the Indian Express Group.

Regional

Multiple Media Organizations

Swadesh · Lokmat · SNN TV · Gandhi Times · Lokayat

Extensive contributions across regional print, electronic media, and national magazine.

Professional Associations

Media Organizations

Sadhna News

Managing Editor

Dainik Bhaskar

Print Media

Jansatta

Indian Express Group

ETV

Electronic Media

Zee Network

Electronic Media

Swadesh

Print Media

Lokmat

Print Media

SNN TV

Electronic Media

Gandhi Times

Print Media

Lokayat

National Magazine
Global Presence

International Representation

Representing Indian journalism on the world stage

Vishwa Hindi Sammelan

Mauritius

Represented Indian journalism at the prestigious World Hindi Conference in Mauritius, participating in discussions on the global reach of Hindi media and journalism practices.

International Hindi Conference

Sri Lanka

Participated in the 8th International Hindi Conference in Sri Lanka where he was honored with the Padma Shri Mukutdhar Pandey Samman for his book "Naxal Live".

Media

Featured Videos

Watch exclusive reports and coverage by RK Gandhi

Exclusive Report from Abujhmad

Ground reporting from one of India's most inaccessible Naxal strongholds.

Naxal Reporting

Naxal Leader Interview

Exclusive conversation with top Maoist leadership from the Red Corridor.

Exclusive Interview

Naxal Live - Book Discussion

In-depth discussion about the book and experiences from conflict zones.

Book Launch

Life Inside Naxalgarh

Documentary-style coverage of everyday life in Naxal-affected regions.

Documentary

Award Ceremony Coverage

RK Gandhi receiving the Laadli Media National Award.

Awards

International Hindi Conference

Representing Indian journalism at the global platform in Sri Lanka.

International
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In the Media

Press & Mentions

"RK Gandhi's reporting from Abujhmad represents some of the most courageous journalism in India's coverage of internal security challenges. His work brings untold stories to the national consciousness."

— Media Industry Recognition

"Naxal Live is not just a book — it is a document of courage. RK Gandhi has lived the stories he writes about, making this one of the most authentic accounts of India's Naxal conflict."

— International Hindi Conference, Sri Lanka

"His exclusive interviews with top Naxal leaders and ground reports produced under extreme risk conditions have significantly contributed to public understanding of left-wing extremism in India."

— National Media Coverage

"Recognized as one of the finest electronic media journalists by the Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha, RK Gandhi's career is a testament to what fearless journalism looks like in practice."

— Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha Citation, 2020
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