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{{short description|Indian anchor}} | {{short description|Indian anchor}} | ||
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{{Use Indian English|date=December 2019}} | {{Use Indian English|date=December 2019}} | ||
{{Infobox person | {{Infobox person | ||
| name = Anjana Om Kashyap | | name = Anjana Om Kashyap | ||
| image = Anjana Om Kashyap. | | image = Anjana Om Kashyap.png | ||
| caption = Kashyap in | | caption = Kashyap in 2021 | ||
| birth_date = <!--Birth date must be attributed to a reliable published source with an established reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb.--> | | birth_date = <!--Birth date must be attributed to a reliable published source with an established reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb.--> | ||
| education = | | education = | ||
| birth_place = [[Ranchi]], [[Bihar]] (now [[Jharkhand]]), India | | birth_place = [[Ranchi]], [[Bihar]] (now [[Jharkhand]]), India | ||
| occupation = | | occupation = Anchor, [[news presenter]] | ||
| alma mater = | | alma mater = | ||
| alias = | | alias = | ||
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'''Anjana Om Kashyap''' is an | '''Anjana Om Kashyap''' is an Indian news anchor working with Hindi news channel [[Aaj Tak]] as a Senior Executive Editor.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Kashyap |first=Anjana Om |date=15 July 2015 |title=Guest Column: Lynching on Social Media: Anjana Om Kashyap |url=https://www.exchange4media.com/digital-news/guest-columnlynching-on-social-mediaanjana-om-kashyap-60798.html |website=Exchange 4 Media |access-date=10 September 2021}}</ref> Kashyap started her journalistic career by joining the public broadcaster [[Doordarshan]] before moving to [[Zee News]]. She then went to [[News 24 (India)|News 24]] before settling into [[Aaj Tak]]. | ||
== Early life and education == | == Early life and education == | ||
Kashyap was born in a middle class family to Omprakash Tiwari | Kashyap was born in a middle class family to Omprakash Tiwari in [[Ranchi]] who originally came from [[Arrah]], Bihar.<ref name=":0" /> Her father was a doctor on short-service-commission with the [[Indian Army]], and served during the [[Bangladesh War of Liberation]].<ref name=":0" /> | ||
She had her initial schooling at Loreto Convent, a local [[Catholic school]] and then from [[Delhi Public School, Ranchi]].<ref name=":0" /> She went on to pursue | She had her initial schooling at Loreto Convent, a local [[Catholic school]] and then from [[Delhi Public School, Ranchi]].<ref name=":0" /> She went on to pursue an honours in Botany from the [[University of Delhi]]. Kashyap went on to appear for the [[All India Pre Medical Test]] but failed to pass.<ref name=":0" /> She was a prolific debater and exhibited strong leadership qualities since childhood, having become the head-girl in both the schools and the president of her college hostel.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
After a few years, she enrolled at the [[Delhi School of Social Work]], for her post-graduation. Kashyap mentions that the curricula and field visits inculcated a spirit of public activism in her.<ref name=":0" /> | After a few years, she enrolled at the [[Delhi School of Social Work]], for her post-graduation. Kashyap mentions that the curricula and field visits inculcated a spirit of public activism in her.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
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Kashyap's first job was as a [[Mental health counselor|counselor]] at the [[Daewoo Motors]];, however she resigned soon after an year.<ref name=":0" /> She then joined an NGO in the roles of a legal counselor.<ref name=":0" /> | Kashyap's first job was as a [[Mental health counselor|counselor]] at the [[Daewoo Motors]];, however she resigned soon after an year.<ref name=":0" /> She then joined an NGO in the roles of a legal counselor.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
=== | === News Anchoring === | ||
In the early 2000s, Kashyap opted for a diploma in journalism, from [[Jamia Millia Islamia]].<ref name=":0" /> Upon graduation, she joined [[Doordarshan]], where she was assigned to the news-desk of ''Aankhon Dekhi'', an investigative show but was also allotted infrequent reporting duties.<ref name=":0" /> | In the early 2000s, Kashyap opted for a diploma in journalism, from [[Jamia Millia Islamia]].<ref name=":0" /> Upon graduation, she joined [[Doordarshan]], where she was assigned to the news-desk of ''Aankhon Dekhi'', an investigative show but was also allotted infrequent reporting duties.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
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Kashyap was one of the few reporters, who were allowed an interview by [[Narendra Modi]], in the run-up to the 2019 National Elections. Saxena notes that Kashyap refused to pose any challenging question to him.<ref name=":0" /> | Kashyap was one of the few reporters, who were allowed an interview by [[Narendra Modi]], in the run-up to the 2019 National Elections. Saxena notes that Kashyap refused to pose any challenging question to him.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
Kashyap's reporting of the [[2019 Supreme Court verdict on Ayodhya dispute|2019 Supreme Court proceedings on Ayodhya title dispute]] toed a pro-Hindutva line with numerous debates and special shows, that spanned a vast avenue from seeking the reasons behind a routine deferment of the case (around October | Kashyap's reporting of the [[2019 Supreme Court verdict on Ayodhya dispute|2019 Supreme Court proceedings on Ayodhya title dispute]] toed a pro-Hindutva line with numerous debates and special shows, that spanned a vast avenue from seeking the reasons behind a routine deferment of the case (around 18 October) to inquiring about why the Muslims were unable to compromise with a ''mere'' 5 acre land, and the timeline of Ram Mandir construction, all along with provocative headlines and audience-polls; it ended with welcoming the final verdict in favour of the Hindus, as a sacred occasion.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
=== | ===Riding a bulldozer while demolition === | ||
While reporting about the [[2019 Bihar encephalitis outbreak]], Kashyap entered the neonatal ICU at [[Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital]] and started haranguing the on-duty pediatrician.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/elections/social-dangal/aaj-tak-anjana-om-kashyap-heckles-doctor-bihar-hospital|title='Why Scold Doctor on Duty?' TV Reporter's ICU Coverage Faces Flak|date=19 June 2019|website=[[The Quint]]|access-date=1 July 2019}}</ref> She was widely criticised for her inappropriate behaviour.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/india/tv-anchor-anjana-om-kashyap-criticised-for-entering-icu-in-bihar-hospital-for-news-report/cid/1692736|title=TV anchor Anjana Om Kashyap criticised for entering ICU in Bihar hospital for news report|date=19 June 2019|website=Telegraph India|access-date=1 July 2019}}</ref> The Indian Medical Association subsequently filed a complaint against her, for endangering the lives of children, in an attempt to gain publicity.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite | During a demolition drive by the BJP government in the Jahangirpuri area despite Supreme Court orders to stop the demolitions, Anjana climbed on a bulldozer herself.<ref>{{cite news |title=Jahangirpuri demolition drive: Anjana Om Kashyap rides a bulldozer to literally break the news |url=https://www.newslaundry.com/2022/06/13/2022/04/20/jahangirpuri-demolition-drive-anjana-om-kashyap-rides-a-bulldozer-to-literally-break-the-news |access-date=2022-09-10 |work=[[Newslaundry]] |date=2022-04-20}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |author=Scroll Staff |title=Watch: Aaj Tak anchor Anjana Om Kashyap rides bulldozer during demolition drive in Jahangirpuri |url=https://scroll.in/video/1022243/watch-aaj-tak-anchor-anjana-om-kashyap-rides-in-bulldozer-during-demolition-drive-in-jahangirpuri |access-date=2022-09-10 |work=[[Scroll.in]] |date=2022-04-20}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |last1=Nair |first1=Veena |title=Jahangirpuri: Hitting new low, Anjana Om Kashyap takes a ride in bulldozer |url=https://www.siasat.com/jahangirpuri-hitting-a-new-low-anjana-om-kashyap-drives-in-a-bulldozer-2312371/ |access-date=2022-09-10 |work=[[The Siasat Daily]] |date=2022-04-20}}</ref> | ||
=== Miscellaneous === | |||
While reporting about the [[2019 Bihar encephalitis outbreak]], Kashyap entered the neonatal ICU at [[Sri Krishna Medical College and Hospital]] and started haranguing the on-duty pediatrician.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/elections/social-dangal/aaj-tak-anjana-om-kashyap-heckles-doctor-bihar-hospital|title='Why Scold Doctor on Duty?' TV Reporter's ICU Coverage Faces Flak|date=19 June 2019|website=[[The Quint]]|access-date=1 July 2019}}</ref> She was widely criticised for her inappropriate behaviour.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/india/tv-anchor-anjana-om-kashyap-criticised-for-entering-icu-in-bihar-hospital-for-news-report/cid/1692736|title=TV anchor Anjana Om Kashyap criticised for entering ICU in Bihar hospital for news report|date=19 June 2019|website=Telegraph India|access-date=1 July 2019}}</ref> The Indian Medical Association subsequently filed a complaint against her, for endangering the lives of children, in an attempt to gain publicity.<ref name=":0" /><ref>{{cite news |title=Medical Association letter to channel on Anjana Om Kashyap's ICU entry |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/india/medical-association-letter-to-channel-on-anjana-om-kashyap-s-icu-entry/cid/1693229 |access-date=26 June 2022 |work=the Telegraph |date=26 June 2019}}</ref> | |||
== Personal life == | == Personal life == | ||
Kashyap is married to Mangesh Kashyap, an officer of the 1995 [[Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service]] cadre.<ref name=":0" /> Anjana met Mangesh during her days at Delhi University.<ref name=":0" /> Mangesh was the erstwhile Addl. Deputy Commissioner of the Delhi Police and since 2016, has been the Chief Vigilance Officer of [[South Delhi Municipal Corporation]].<ref name=":0" /> They have a son and a daughter.<ref name=":0" /> | Kashyap is married to Mangesh Kashyap, an officer of the 1995 [[Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service]] cadre.<ref name=":0" /> Anjana met Mangesh during her days at [[Delhi University]].<ref name=":0" /> Mangesh was the erstwhile Addl. Deputy Commissioner of the Delhi Police and since 2016, has been the Chief Vigilance Officer of [[South Delhi Municipal Corporation]].<ref name=":0" /> They have a son and a daughter.<ref name=":0" /> | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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== External links == | == External links == | ||
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* {{Official website|http://www.anjanaomkashyap.com/}} | * {{Official website|http://www.anjanaomkashyap.com/}} | ||
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