Learn From Experienced Media Professionals
Our instructional panel brings decades of newsroom leadership, investigative reporting, political analysis, and award-winning documentary photojournalism to our learners.
Baskaran Krishnamurthy
Decades of reporting excellence and print media mentorship, guiding students on core journalistic values, depth reporting, and news ethics.
Crime Selvaraj
Renowned investigative reporter and author celebrated across Tamil Nadu for groundbreaking crime investigations, police beat reporting, and courtroom reportage.
Deepa L
Experienced journalist specializing in editorial workflows, newsroom communication, and training young reporters in news writing and verification.
Durai Karuna
Respected veteran political correspondent with deep expertise in legislative reporting, political developments, and state assembly press coverage.
Girija Raghavan
Trailblazing journalist, publisher, and women entrepreneurship advocate who brings decades of editorial leadership, magazine publishing, and media management.
Jaya Krishnan M R
Specializes in news desk operations, broadcast scriptwriting, and multi-format reporting for television and digital platforms.
Kalachakram Narasimhan
Celebrated editor, author, and cultural commentator known for extensive archival journalism, historical features, and literary precision.
Nakeeran Prakash
Hard-hitting investigative journalist experienced in ground investigations, public interest exposes, and news gathering in challenging environments.
Dr. Nambi Narayanan
Celebrated aerospace engineer, Padma Bhushan awardee, and national icon who delivers special masterclasses on truth, perseverance, ethics, and media accountability.
Nijandhan
Active field reporter and digital news creator training learners in mobile journalism, field recording, and fast-paced digital coverage.
Nurullah
Seasoned reporter with extensive experience in civic reporting, community affairs, and bilingual news reporting.
Prime Point Srinivasan
Founder of Sansad Ratna Awards, pioneer in digital communications, and distinguished mentor on ethical public interest journalism and media relations.
Rama Subramanian
Experienced media strategist and senior journalist with deep insight into print syndication, editorial policy, and newsroom management.
Rangaraj
Insightful analyst and field journalist known for in-depth election coverage, ground sentiment analysis, and political interviews.
RBU Shyam Kumar
Prominent media executive with decades of leadership in South Indian newspaper publishing and media administration.
Sethuraman
Veteran press photographer with thousands of published frontline photos documenting pivotal moments in Chennai's modern history.
Shekar Iyer
Veteran national political editor and former Delhi Bureau Chief who brings vast experience in Parliament coverage, national politics, and foreign affairs.
Thenmozhi G
Accomplished journalist and producer focusing on cultural features, investigative interviews, and editorial production.
TSS Mani
One of Tamil media's most respected commentators, known for fearless political critiques, debate analysis, and unwavering commitment to press freedom.
Vetri Vidiyal Srinivasan
Dedicated journalist and social activist highlighting rural developments, environmental challenges, and grassroots community narratives.
Vijayakrishnan
Specializes in fast-turnaround news production, headline precision, wire copy editing, and broadcast television rundowns.
Vimalesvaran
Acclaimed visual documentarian focusing on cinematographic composition, documentary realism, and field video storytelling.
Vinoth Amarsingh
Modern journalism instructor training students in multi-camera setups, digital news editing, and social storytelling.
Direct Newsroom Mentorship
Every instructor at National Institute of Journalism has worked in active press rooms, investigative journalism desks, legislative bureaus, or documentary photography fields. We do not use simulated or stock instructors. Learners work with genuine professionals who critique student articles with the same rigour expected by professional media editors.