Om Thanvi
Veteran Journalist, Writer & Critic
Independent
Om Thanvi is a veteran journalist, writer, and literary critic with a distinguished career spanning more than four decades. Widely respected for his editorial leadership and intellectual contributions to public discourse, he is regarded as one of India's foremost voices in Hindi journalism.
Om Thanvi served as the Editor of *Jansatta*, the Hindi daily of the *Indian Express* Group, for nearly two decades. Under his leadership, *Jansatta* earned widespread recognition for its independent editorial voice, high journalistic standards, and commitment to democratic values and public interest journalism.
Throughout his career, Om Thanvi has written extensively on politics, society, culture, literature, and the media. His incisive commentary and essays have enriched contemporary discourse in both journalism and literature. He is also a noted travel writer and has authored several acclaimed books.
As a journalist and public intellectual, Om Thanvi has consistently championed freedom of expression, pluralism, and the role of journalism in safeguarding democratic institutions. His contributions to journalism and literature have earned him numerous honours and widespread recognition across India.
Today, as an independent writer, critic, and commentator, Om Thanvi continues to engage actively with issues of media, culture, democracy, and society, contributing thoughtfully to public debate and mentoring younger generations of journalists and writers.
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