Mumbai: NDTV has appointed veteran journalist Rahul Shrivastava as Consulting Editor, strengthening the network’s political and national affairs coverage.
Shrivastava brings nearly four decades of experience across print, television and digital media, with expertise spanning political reporting, editorial leadership and analysis.
During his career, Shrivastava has held senior editorial positions at organisations including Jist News, India Today Group and NDTV. He previously served as Political Editor at NDTV from 1999 to 2017, covering key developments in Indian politics and the national political landscape.
Known for his political analysis, interviews and coverage of national affairs, Shrivastava has reported on several significant developments in Indian politics over the course of his career.
Shrivastava holds a B.A. (Honours) degree in Economics from the University of Delhi.
Commenting on the appointment, Rahul Kanwal, CEO and Editor-in-Chief, NDTV, said, “Rahul Shrivastava is one of the country’s most experienced political journalists, with a deep understanding of India’s political institutions, personalities and electoral landscape.
His editorial judgement, reporting experience and ability to bring context to complex developments will add considerable strength to NDTV’s political coverage.”
Rahul Shrivastava said, “This is an important moment for Indian politics and journalism. I look forward to contributing my experience to NDTV’s coverage and helping audiences better understand the developments, decisions and political shifts shaping the country.”
In his new role, Shrivastava will contribute across political reporting, anchoring, analysis and editorial coverage at NDTV, bringing his experience and perspective to the network’s coverage of national affairs.
