Rajat Sharma, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV was conferred with the Media Icon of 2022 from India Award by WCRC (World Consulting & Research Corporation) at a glittering ceremony in London. The event was organized by WCRCINT & WCRC Leaders at the House of Lords in the Palace of Westminster and The Carisbrooke Hall at Victory Services Club, London.
Sharma has been leading India TV from the front with his two most popular shows, the longest-running TV show ‘Aap Ki Adalat’ and the daily prime-time news show ‘Aaj Ki Baat’. A Padma Bhushan awardee, Rajat Sharma had been grilling political leaders, Prime Ministers, film stars, godmen and artists for the last 27 years, while his prime-time show ‘Aaj Ki Baat’ encapsulates the happenings of the day in a fast-paced format.
Ritu Dhawan, Managing Director of India TV was conferred with the ‘World’s Best Leader 2022’ award, while India TV was identified as ‘World’s Best Brand 2022’ for being the most credible and meaningful source of information.
Ritu Dhawan is the livewire behind-the-scenes person, who has been directing the ‘Aap Ki Adalat’ show since its inception in 1993. Apart from her onerous responsibilities in management, she has been the brain behind the new look of the India TV channel, heading the massive team effort between anchors, producers, reporters, camerapersons, graphics designers, video editors and programmers, lending panache to the overall news telecast.
The event was held at the iconic British venue at Westminster in the heart of London. More than 50 best global companies and individuals were awarded in the presence of industry experts, corporate stalwarts and luminaries.