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Past Participants

Over The Years

Distinguished individuals who have been part of the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Award across its editions. It includes jury members, chief guests, and speakers whose professional work and public engagement have contributed to the Award’s mission of recognizing journalism grounded in integrity, courage, empathy, and truth.

Integrity

Uphold moral principles and adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics in reporting.

Courage

Demonstrate moral, ethical, or physical courage and determination in the face of intimidation.

Empathy

Maintain the highest journalism standards with compassion and sensitivity.

Truth

Report the truth objectively, accurately, and impartially, free from bias.

Notable Guests

Leadership Rooted in Public Trust

Chief Guest 2025

Dr. S.Y. Quraishi is a renowned former Chief Election Commissioner of India and a distinguished public servant with a career spanning over four decades in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). As the 17th Chief Election Commissioner, Dr. Quraishi led the Election Commission during a transformative period, overseeing significant reforms that advanced the transparency, fairness, and inclusivity of India’s electoral processes. His leadership was pivotal in strengthening voter education, expanding electoral participation, and enhancing the role of technology in elections.

Jury Over The Years

Distinguished Voices in Journalism

Veteran Journalist, Writer and Critic
Independent
Sr. Journalist & Consulting Editor
India Today
Founding Editor
The Wire
Editor
Frontline Magazine
Diplomatic Affairs Editor
The Hindu
Journalist, Author and Founder
Confluence Media
Director
AJK MCRC, Jamia Millia Islamia
Dean
Jindal School of Journalism & Comm.
Former Founding Editor
The Lallantop
South Asia Editor
Reuters Pictures

Speakers

Perspectives Shaping Journalism & Public Discourse

Ritu Kapur
Co-Founder, CEO and MD
The Quint
Sanjoy Majumder
Co-Founder and Managing Editor
Collective Newsroom (BBC India)