Rajat Sharma
Journalist

Rajat Sharma Net Worth

Rajat Sharma is a renowned journalist and news personality from India, born on February 18, 1957. He is best known for hosting Aaj Ki Baat and serving as the editor-in-chief of its parent India TV. He has been in the television industry for 22 years and has held various positions such as President of The News Broadcasters Association of India and Vice President in Strategic Affairs of The Indian Broadcasting Foundation.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day February 18, 1957
Birth Place India
Age 67 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $15 Million (2024)

About

Journalist and news personality widely known as the host of Aaj Ki Baat and the editor-in-chief of its parent India TV. In his 22 years in television, he served as President of The News Broadcasters Association of India and Vice President in Strategic Affairs of The Indian Broadcasting Foundation.

Before Fame

While dabbling in student politics at Delhi University, he was jailed for 11 months during Indira Ghandi's Emergency declared in 1975. Following his release, his interest in politics became a full blown passion.

Trivia

Before beginning his television career, he worked as an Editor for outlets like The Daily and the Sunday Observer. He was named INBA Entrepreneur of the Year in 2009.

Family Life

He grew up in poverty, living in a 100 square foot home in India with his six brothers and one sister. As an adult, he married television Producer Ritu Dhawan.

Associated With

In March 2015, he received the civilian award Padma Bhushan from President Pranab Mukherjee.

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