Marya Shakil is the Managing Editor at India Today and a distinguished political journalist with over 20 years of experience in broadcast journalism. A two-time Ramnath Goenka Award winner and a Chevening Scholar, she is known for her sharp political analysis, election coverage, and ground reporting. Marya’s credibility, clarity, and depth have made her one of the most trusted voices in Indian political journalism.
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India on the Move | Narendra Nath Mishra and Marya Shakil on Ideology, Identity and Political Narratives | OCLF
On 22nd Nov 2025 01.00 PM To 01:40 PM
The session "India on the Move: When Jai Shree Ram Met Bharat Mata ki Jai" featured political journalist Narendra Nath Mishra and senior news anchor Marya Shakil in conversation with author and public speaker Naveen Choudhary. The discussion explored how slogans, ideologies and socio-cultural shifts influence India’s evolving political identity.
The speakers reflected on how political communication shapes public opinion and how the idea of nationalism continues to transform public discourse. They discussed changes in political engagement, the role of media in interpreting socio-cultural movements and the importance of responsible reporting in a fast-changing landscape.
Audience questions focused on journalism ethics, misinformation and youth participation. The session concluded with the understanding that India’s democratic journey remains dynamic, layered and driven by the voices and aspirations of its people.