Farid Ahmed Naik
Journalist and social activist
Farid Ahmed Naik (born May 5, 1996) is an Indian social worker and journalist from the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Farid Ahmed Naik | |
|---|---|
| Born | May 5, 1996 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Social worker, Journalist |
Career
changeFarid Ahmed Naik began his career in social work in 2011 by founding the District Rural Youth Welfare Association (DRYWA), an NGO dedicated to addressing community issues and advocating for the rights of people in the Chenab region.[1] He has organized numerous protests and initiatives to address local concerns.[2]
In late 2018, Naik entered the field of journalism to further his advocacy work and highlight community issues. By 2023, he became the executive editor of the The Chenab Times, where he continues to champion local causes.[3][4]
References
change- ↑ "Dilapidated school building poses risk to students". Tribuneindia News Service. 2019-05-10. Retrieved 2024-07-29.
- ↑ "Meet Farid Ahmed Naik: The First Sarazi Language News Reporter, Championing the Lesser-Known Language".
- ↑ "After PoJK migrants, Doda residents too seek ST status". Tribuneindia News Service. 2023-12-11. Retrieved 2024-07-29.
- ↑ "'A Way to Reclaim Our Identity': How 'The Chenab Times' Is Using News to Preserve Dying Languages". The Wire. 2022-04-24. Retrieved 2024-07-29.