Abhigyan Prakash Age, Wiki and Bio

Abhigyan Prakash

Quick Info

ProfessionJournalist
NationalityIndian
BirthplaceVaranasi, Uttar Pradesh

Bio/Wiki

Real NameAbhigyan Prakash

Physical Stats & More

Height173 cm (5’ 8”)
Weight75 kg (165 lbs)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

College/UniversityChrist Church College, Lucknow
Educational QualificationBachelor's in Mass Communication

Personal Life

HometownLucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Relationships & More

Marital StatusNot Known
Wife/SpouseNot Known
ChildrenNot Known

Career

SummarySenior Executive Editor of ABP News, known for hosting popular shows like 'Newspoint' and 'Muqabla'
Other Highlights
  • Op-ed columnist for Dainik Jagran
  • Experienced in live election analysis
  • Led launch of NDTV India in 2003
  • Shifted to Hindi journalism in 2003
  • Part of award-winning reporting team on 'Telgi Scam'
  • Member of Press Council of India jury
  • Launched a book at New Delhi World Book Fair 2014
  • Shifted to Hindi anchoring full-time in 2003
  • Member of the prize jury for the November 2013 Press Council of India 'National Awards for Excellence in Journalism'
  • Launched the book 'Development and Communication Morphosis' authored by Gaurav Sharma at New Delhi World Book Fair 2014
  • Began career with newspapers like Times of India and The Pioneer
  • Reporter and anchor for Star News (then produced by NDTV)
  • Hosted key shows for Star News in English
  • Hosted top-rated show 'Mumbai Central' for NDTV India from Mumbai
  • Led the anchor team at NDTV India for nearly a decade
  • Senior Consultant, ABP News, and its national affairs expert
  • Host of ABP News' 'Parivartan'

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Reading Books

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. He is recognized for his political commentary and broad journalistic skills.
2. In India, he is celebrated as one of the top bilingual presenters.
3. He has been honored with several awards such as 'Jai Jawan' and 'India Rocks'.
4. He has been honored with several awards for his shows including 'Jai Jawan', 'India Rocks', 'Newspoint', and 'Maha Mukabala'.
5. Society magazine chose him as one of the top young achievers in the country over a decade ago.

Latest News about Abhigyan Prakash

01/01/2022 ABP News launched the third season of its political commentary program 'Parivartan' with Abhigyan Prakash as host.