In a strategic move to deepen its commitment to data-driven storytelling, NDTV 24×7 has announced the appointment of Namrata Dadwal as its new Senior Editor. With a clear mandate to strengthen the network’s data journalism and analytics capability, this appointment underscores NDTV’s vision to merge traditional news values with digital-age insights.
Namrata Dadwal brings with her over 18 years of cross-sectoral experience at the intersection of journalism, data intelligence, and visual storytelling. Known for her ability to transform complex datasets into compelling narratives, she has previously led high-impact editorial and communications roles at TV Today Network, The Economic Times, UNICEF, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Her work has consistently pushed the boundaries of content innovation—setting up award-winning data intelligence units, training emerging journalists, and leading editorial campaigns that combine depth with design. These experiences will now be instrumental in NDTV’s continued evolution as one of India’s most trusted news brands.
“Namrata’s appointment signals a decisive move to embed data at the core of our storytelling,” said Rahul Kanwal, CEO and Editor-in-Chief, NDTV. “Her ability to translate analytics into narratives will add a new dimension to how NDTV 24×7 explains the world to its viewers.”
As newsrooms across the globe embrace data journalism to bring clarity to an increasingly complex world, NDTV’s decision to onboard a seasoned data storyteller reflects a forward-thinking editorial strategy. From real-time analytics in elections and public health to long-form explainers on economic trends, Dadwal’s leadership will help NDTV elevate fact-based, insight-rich reporting.
This appointment also aligns with NDTV’s broader editorial ambition: to pair trusted journalism with cutting-edge digital intelligence, crafting a news experience that is authentic, contextual, and informed.
With the rise of AI, misinformation, and fragmented attention spans, the need for data-literate journalism is more critical than ever. Namrata Dadwal’s entry into NDTV marks a step in that direction—blending human insight with analytical depth to create journalism that not only informs but empowers.
