Reporter

Job Description: Rural Affairs Reporter Location: Jaipur, Rajasthan Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated Rural Affairs Reporter to cover agriculture, animal husbandry, water management, and rural development issues across Rajasthan. The role involves producing impactful ground reports, analyzing government schemes, and amplifying farmer and community voices for our Hindi readership. Key Responsibilities - Report on agriculture and crop economics, including MSP changes, input costs, and market trends. - Cover animal husbandry and dairy cooperatives, livestock health, and veterinary services. - Investigate government schemes (PM-Kisan, crop insurance, rural employment programs) and assess their impact on local communities. - Highlight climate and water challenges: drought, irrigation, and sustainable farming practices. - Profile innovations in rural economy: agri-tech startups, solar pumps, cooperative success stories. - Build strong networks with farmers, unions, NGOs, and rural institutions. - Produce multimedia content (photos, short videos, social media posts) to complement print reports. --- Candidate Profile - Education: Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, or Agriculture/Rural Studies. - Experience: Prior reporting on rural issues preferred; fresh graduates with strong interest welcome. - Skills: - Strong Hindi writing ability with local idioms. - Ability to simplify technical agricultural issues for general readers. - Comfort with field reporting and travel to rural districts. - Familiarity with government policies and rural economics. --- What We Offer - A platform to shape rural narratives in one of India’s leading Hindi newspapers. - Mentorship from senior editors and opportunities for professional growth. - Recognition through bylines, awards, and community engagement initiatives. - Competitive compensation and travel support for field reporting. ---Application Process Interested candidates should send - Resume - Writing samples (preferably rural/agriculture-related) - A short note on “आज के समय में ग्रामीण पत्रकारिता क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है?/"

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