Metro India News | Hyderabad 

Maharshi Narada, revered as the pioneer of Indian journalism, embodies the ideal traits that every journalist should aspire to truthfulness, clarity, and the ability to communicate for the greater good.

This was the central message expressed by speakers at the Narada Jayanti celebrations held on Saturday under the auspices of Samachara Bharati Cultural Association at Veer Savarkar Hall in YMIS building in Koti.

Highlighting the value-based legacy of Narada, speakers firmly rejected the widespread perception that Narada delighted in sowing discord. ‘This is a mischaracterization. Narada’s interventions were always rooted in a higher purpose—awakening society through truthful and constructive communication,’ said the dignitaries.

As part of the celebrations, several eminent figures in the media fraternity—journalists, columnists, and media professionals—were felicitated for their outstanding contributions. Koride Mahesh, Gandla Sampath, senior columnist Dr Bhaskarayogi, Dr Kaluvai Anita (Professor, Journalism Department, Osmania University), and senior videographer Karnatapu Raghavendra were honoured with Distinguished Service Awards on behalf of Samachara Bharati.

In his presidential address, Prof. Gopal Reddy noted that Samachara Bharati has focused extensively on the media sector for over three decades, viewing it as a critical tool for fostering national pride, social harmony, and unity. ‘Through Narada Jayanti, we celebrate and recognize journalists who practice value-based journalism and uphold national interest,’ he said. He also remarked on the visible resurgence of Indian cultural values in education over the past eleven years, largely catalyzed by the National Education Policy.