Ravish Kumar is famous as one of India’s most influential and respected journalists, primarily for his fearless and principled reporting on social and political issues through his long association with NDTV India, where he hosted the flagship show Prime Time[1][2][3].
He is celebrated for upholding the professional values of balanced, fact-based reporting in a media environment increasingly threatened by sensationalism, political interference, and the spread of misinformation. His journalism consistently focuses on under-reported realities of common people in India, such as the struggles of manual laborers, government employees, displaced farmers, and issues like underfunded schools and systemic corruption[1][6]. Ravish Kumar’s programs are known for their in-depth research, extended investigative coverage, and commitment to bringing marginalized voices to the forefront of national discourse[1][2].
Kumar’s uncompromising stance has earned him significant recognition, including the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2019—often called Asia’s Nobel Prize—for “harnessing journalism to give voice to the voiceless”[2][3][4][5]. He has also been honored with the Ramnath Goenka Excellence in Journalism Award twice, the Gauri Lankesh Award, and multiple other distinctions for his courage and integrity[3][4]. His ability to connect with ordinary citizens, his critical perspective in the face of political polarization, and his resistance to the growing “tabloidization” of news have cemented his reputation as a leading voice of dissent and independent journalism in India[6].
After leaving NDTV in 2022, Ravish Kumar continued his journalistic work independently, amassing millions of followers on digital platforms like YouTube, where his straightforward reporting style remains highly influential[2].