Ashok Pradhan

Ashok Pradhan is an experienced journalist with a robust career spanning over two decades, currently serving as Chief of Bureau and Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India since August 2010. Pradhan has focused on Odisha politics, health, and education, also covering significant events such as the 2014 Lok Sabha and Odisha assembly twin elections. Previous roles include Special Correspondent and Principal Correspondent, where coverage spanned topics from politics to real estate. Before joining The Times of India, Pradhan held editorial positions at MMI Online Limited and Metronow, covering health content and the National Capital Territory government, respectively. A graduate of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Pradhan also holds a Master's degree in Journalism, enhancing his expertise in the field.