A Journalist’s Journey Beyond Language!
The Story Behind the Headlines There are some events you attend just to listen. And then there are others that leave you transformed, altering how you see your field, your dreams, and even yourself. Madhav Gokhale Sir’s session on “My Bilingual Journalism” was, for me, firmly in the latter category. It wasn’t just a talk about journalism; it was a heartfelt narrative of resilience, self-belief, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. For those of us who live and breathe words, Gokhale sir’s journey felt like a lesson in what it truly means to build a career with purpose . It was a rare opportunity to hear the untold chapters behind a 40-year-long journey. The one marked by resilience, risk-taking, and relentless learning. From Small Beginnings to a Lifetime of Impact Born into a non-English-speaking background and starting his academic life as a commerce student, Gokhale sir’s first brush with English wasn’t until Class 5 . For many, that might have been a barrier. But, for him, it ...