Mohita Tewari is a principal correspondent with the Times of India. She writes on education, environment, science, and technology. Was invited by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs to attend a visitor programme on climate change. Covered major events like Maha Kumbh 2019 and 2025, the Ayodhya Ram Janmabhoomi Verdict 2019, the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, IPL matches, Ayodhya Deepotsav, Lok Sabha elections, and others. She has been felicitated by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research and the National Award for Institutional Historiography and Science Journalism 2024, conferred by the International Educational & Research Academy, Mumbai. She is a photography and podcast enthusiast.
For a journalist, the most meaningful award is often one that carries a legacy—an honour instituted in the memory of a legendary journalist, writer, and author whose work continues to inspire generations. The PD Tandon Award is one such recognition for me, and I will cherish it for my entire life. Receiving it was not only a moment of deep pride, but also a rare opportunity to learn more about PD Tandon sir and the values he stood for—integrity, courage, clarity of thought, and an unwavering commitment to the truth. The evening itself was unforgettable. Being present in a room filled with editors and veteran journalists, listening to their journeys, their challenges, and their hard-earned lessons, felt like stepping into a living archive of the profession. Their words carried the weight of experience and the warmth of mentorship, reminding me that journalism is not merely a career, but a responsibility—one that demands discipline, empathy, and constant learning. Those speeches did more than inspire; they strengthened my resolve. They encouraged me to work harder, to observe more closely, to ask better questions, and to write with greater precision and purpose. This award has become more than a trophy or a certificate—it is a reminder of the standards I must uphold and the kind of journalist I aspire to become, every single day.