Jaipur: Senior journalist Pratap Rao Kaushik has completed more than 30 years in the media industry, marking a career that spans print journalism, television broadcasting, and digital news platforms. Since entering the profession in 1994, Kaushik has remained closely associated with Rajasthan’s evolving media landscape.
With experience across editorial leadership, political reporting, and election programming, he continues to be recognized as a veteran voice in Rajasthan journalism.
Pratap Rao Kaushik began his career as a trainee journalist with Rajasthan Patrika in 1994. Over time, he progressed through various newsroom roles including Sub-Editor and Bureau In-Charge, eventually serving as Chief Reporter at Mahanagar Times.
During his print journalism phase, he focused extensively on political developments, governance issues, and regional reporting, building a strong editorial foundation early in his career.
As television news gained prominence, Kaushik transitioned into broadcast media, where he held senior editorial and leadership positions across several major news channels.
His professional assignments have included:
In these roles, he contributed to newsroom management, statewide reporting strategies, and political programming development.
Pratap Rao Kaushik has been actively involved in election reporting for Lok Sabha and Rajasthan Vidhan Sabha elections. As Chief Executive for election-focused programming, he led coverage planning and execution.
His contributions included:
His election programming emphasized analysis-driven reporting and public engagement.
Throughout his television career, Kaushik anchored and produced several discussion-based programs such as:
He has conducted more than 300 televised interviews and participated in over 1,000 news programs, interacting with political leaders, senior officials, defense representatives, and civil society members.
Kaushik has also reported from Rajasthan’s international border districts during sensitive periods, delivering on-ground updates from forward locations.
His investigative coverage has highlighted public safety issues, including awareness around open borewell incidents, contributing to discussions on preventive measures and community safety reforms.
Pratap Rao Kaushik holds a Master’s degree in Political Science from the University of Rajasthan along with a Diploma in Journalism. His academic training has supported his analytical approach to political and governance reporting.
Beyond media, he has maintained involvement in social and community initiatives since his student days.
In recent years, Kaushik has expanded his role into digital journalism. As Content Head at Ritam Digital Platform, he has contributed to digital news strategy, online audience engagement, and application-based media development.
His continued engagement reflects the broader transition of Rajasthan’s media ecosystem from traditional print to broadcast and digital-first platforms.
With over three decades of professional experience, Pratap Rao Kaushik remains active in journalism and public discourse. His career represents continuity and adaptation in an industry that has undergone significant technological and structural change.
From newsroom reporting to election broadcasting and digital content leadership, his journey mirrors the evolution of media in Rajasthan.
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