Ajay Umat

Ajay Umat, a seasoned journalist with over three decades of experience, currently serves as the Group Editor for Ahmedabad Mirror and Navgujarat Samay. His illustrious career includes contributions to newspapers and media houses such as Gujarat Samachar, Sandesh, India Today (Gujarati), Jansatta-Loksatta, Dainik Bhaskar, and Times of India. Renowned for his unbiased writing and thought-provoking views, Mr. Umat has earned recognition, including the Harindra Dave Smurti Paritoshik, Tushar Bhatt Award for Excellence in Journalism, DD Girnar Award, Chitralekha Award, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from The Indian Journalists Union (IJU). His expertise extends to mentoring journalists and sharing insights on political, developmental, and global issues through public debates, forums, conferences, and news channels. Ajay Umat’s international engagements include participation in summits and leadership programs, shaping a comprehensive worldview on globally significant subjects.