Educationist G.D. Gyani, Media Communication Icon Bhaskar Jha Honoured at WJAI’s Digital Bharat Summit 2025

New Delhi, October 11, 2025 – The grand celebration of digital journalism and cross-sectoral excellence event “Digital Bharat Summit 2025” in New Delhi by the Web Journalists Association of India (WJAI) in collaboration with Prime Time Research Media Pvt. Ltd. brought together leading figures from education, health, tourism, public relations, and journalism to discuss the evolving landscape of India’s media and the pivotal role of digital transformation in fostering responsible communication.

Organised at Radisson Blu Hotel, Dwarka, the summit’s grandeur was elevated by the presence of former Indian cricketer Sunil Gavaskar and former Union Minister Ashwini Choubey as chief guests, who joined WJAI’s National President Anand Kaushal in felicitating distinguished professionals, including educationist G.D. Gyani and media communication expert Bhaskar Jha.

Addressing the gathering, Anand Kaushal, National President of WJAI, said the association is not merely providing a platform for digital journalists but is also building a transparent and accountable media ecosystem.

“WJAI is the largest web media organisation in the country and the first officially registered Self-Regulatory Body (SRB) under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting’s Digital Media Ethics Code 2021, recognised as the Web Journalists’ Standard Authority (WJSA),” said Kaushal. He emphasised that WJAI’s mission is to empower journalists through legal, ethical, and professional frameworks while ensuring digital journalism continues to uphold integrity and credibility.

True Communication Is Rooted in Clarity, Credibility, and Conscience: Bhaskar Jha: Bhaskar Jha, founder of Petridish Media and a stalwart in media communication, expressed gratitude for being recognised by WJAI.

“It is a matter of great pride to receive this honour from WJAI. This recognition reinforces my belief that communication built on clarity, credibility, and conscience can inspire real change,” said Jha.

Reflecting on his decades of experience, Jha noted how media has evolved from print to digital and now into the AI era, emphasising that while mediums may change, the responsibility of fostering meaningful and truthful communication remains constant.

“I dedicate this honour to all professionals who uphold faith and honesty in the media. As we move forward, my goal is to promote the responsible and creative use of AI in journalism and to empower the next generation of communicators with both innovation and integrity,” he added.

Education Is the Lioness’s Milk—It Empowers Those Who Embrace It: G.D. Gyani, a Renowned mathematics educator from Bhagalpur, expressed heartfelt gratitude toward WJAI and its leadership for the recognition.

“I am deeply thankful to WJAI National President Anand Kaushal for providing me this platform and to distinguished guests like Sunil Gavaskar and Ashwini Choubey for encouraging individuals from education, media, and health sectors,” Gyani said.

In his inspirational address, he emphasised the transformative power of education:

“There’s a saying that education is like a lioness’s milk—those who drink it will always roar. Every child in our country must receive education, for it is the foundation of empowerment and progress.”

Gyani also dedicated his award to journalists across India, acknowledging their relentless efforts to inform, educate, and strengthen democracy through digital journalism.

Honouring Excellence Across Sectors: The event also saw recognition of other distinguished figures, including industrialist and social leader Gautam Radheshyam Morarka, Himanshu Gupta from Prabha Sakshi Group, senior journalist Sumit Sharma from Bikaner, and PR professional Roshan Srivastava.

Former Union Minister Ashwini Choubey, in his address, lauded WJAI for its pivotal role in promoting ethical journalism.

“Digital media has brought a revolution in how we communicate and consume information. In this age of social media, maintaining truth and integrity is a challenge, and WJAI is fulfilling this responsibility with commitment,” he said.

A Platform Bridging Journalism, Education, and Society: The Digital Bharat Summit 2025 underscored WJAI’s expanding influence as a unifying force for India’s digital journalists while fostering collaborations across academia, communication, and civic engagement. With its inclusive approach and recognition of excellence across fields, WJAI continues to shape a future where digital media, education, and responsible storytelling walk hand in hand.