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, Nidhi Suresh [], is celebrated for her profound, intersectional follow-up reporting on the Hathras case, weaving together issues of caste, conflict, and gender.

Her rigorous investigation reminds us that true Social Justice demands an understanding of how multiple axes of discrimination converge. By refusing to let this critical conversation fade, her work ensures that the call for accountability and systemic change remains constant and loud—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Nidhi Suresh’s unwavering resolve to use her platform as a tool for deep social impact and intersectional analysis, which is precisely the kind of advocacy we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Arshdeep Arshi [], “I believe on the path to gender equality, we need women standing up for women and that can happen only through sharing our stories, our fears, our traumas which leads to bonding, friendships and a sisterhood.”

Arshdeep Arshi’s powerful words beautifully encapsulate the essence of solidarity and shared experience in the journey towards equality. Her acknowledgment of Laadli’s role in promoting Gender Sensitivity in Media highlights the crucial platform for Gender-Conscious Narratives that unite women across the nation. This emphasis on sisterhood, bonding, and mutual support is the very foundation for achieving true Equality in Action. Sharing our stories is not just reporting; it’s building a movement.

, Sumedha Raikar, Author, Antarangatil Katha, affirms that challenging norms is a mark of excellence.

Her insight reminds us that true Gender Sensitivity in Media is the new standard of merit. By proving that inclusive storytelling is a necessity rather than a choice, she establishes that looking through a gender-conscious lens creates the highest form of art—a clear act of Media for Change.

We proudly celebrate Sumedha’s consistent excellence and her ability to weave narratives that defy convention, which is precisely the kind of work we honour her at the Laadli Media Awards.

, Mohammad Abu Bakar, eloquently states the fundamental duty of a journalist: “it’s our responsibility to move beyond stereotypes and tell stories that empower, inform, and inspire a change.”

His commitment highlights that true Gender Sensitivity in Media lies in actively dismantling harmful stereotypes and building narratives that empower and transform. This crucial work serves as a powerful catalyst for Equality in Action, sparking necessary societal shifts.

We proudly celebrate Mohammad Abu Bakar’s dedication to this transformative approach, which is precisely the impactful journalism we honour at the Laadli Media Awards.