Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024: Honoring Outstanding Women in Journalism
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Award Name | Chameli Devi Jain Award 2024 for Outstanding Woman Media Person of the Year |
| Winners | Jointly awarded to Greeshma Kuthar (Independent Journalist) and Ritika Chopra (Indian Express) |
| Selection Process | - Jury comprised of Radhika Ramaseshan (Chair), Mariyam Alavi, and Richard Mahapatra - Selected from over 65 entries |
| Award Ceremony Date | March 15, 2024 |
| Associated Event | B.G. Verghese Memorial Lecture by T.N. Ninan on "Work and Wages: Old Challenges in the Age of Automation and AI" |
| About Greeshma Kuthar | - Independent multimedia journalist - Specializes in investigative reporting from conflict zones like Manipur - Published in The Caravan and Al Jazeera |
| About Ritika Chopra | - Chief, National Bureau (Government) and National Education Editor at Indian Express - Covers government policy, education, and the Election Commission of India |
| About the Award | - Established by The Media Foundation in 1980 - Named after Chameli Devi Jain, a freedom fighter and reformer - First awarded in 1982, presented annually - Recognizes impactful journalism in various fields |