Adarsh Pal Gupta\u00a0 is a veteran journalist, media entrepreneur and one of the most respected media figures in Jammu & Kashmir. He is the\u00a0 Founder, Owner and Editor-in-Chief of PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE Media Group , a leading newspaper and digital news platform that has been serving the region since 1976.<\/p>\n
With nearly five decades of experience in journalism, Mr. Gupta has played a key role in shaping responsible, fearless and people-centric journalism in Jammu & Kashmir and beyond.<\/p>\n
Education<\/p>\n
Master of History\u00a0 \u2013 University of Jammu
\nBachelor of Arts (Political Science)\u00a0 \u2013 University of Jammu
\nExecutive Leaders in Journalism (Distance Programme) \u2013 Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), New Delhi
\nDefence Journalism Course \u2013 Ministry of Defence, Government of India<\/p>\n
Professional Career<\/p>\n
Founder, Owner & CEO \u2013 PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE Media Group (1976 \u2013 Present)<\/p>\n
Adarsh Pal Gupta founded\u00a0 PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE in 1976 and transformed it into one of the most influential print and digital media organizations in Jammu & Kashmir. Under his leadership, the group has grown to reach\u00a0 over one million monthly readers\u00a0 across print and digital platforms.<\/p>\n
He successfully led the digital transformation of the organization, achieving more than\u00a0 300% growth in online readership\u00a0 and building social media platforms with over one million subscribers . Today, the media group operates a daily newspaper and multiple digital channels with a professional team of\u00a0 75+ journalists, editors and technical staff .<\/p>\n
Editor-in-Chief \u2013 PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n As Editor-in-Chief, he has directed newsroom operations for decades, introducing multimedia storytelling and modern journalism practices that increased digital engagement by over 200% . He has personally overseen coverage of\u00a0 15 state elections , national political developments, defence affairs and major natural disasters.<\/p>\n Senior Political Correspondent \u2013 Doordarshan (1982 \u2013 2022)<\/p>\n For four decades, Adarsh Pal Gupta served as a senior political correspondent with\u00a0 Doordarshan , India\u2019s national broadcaster. He conducted more than\u00a0 500 live broadcasts , hosted a weekly political analysis programme, and interviewed top national leaders, ministers and senior officials. He also specialised in\u00a0 defence reporting for 12 years .<\/p>\n Media Advisor \u2013 Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad<\/p>\n Chairman \u2013 Editor Newspaper Association<\/p>\n He has also led the Editor Newspaper Association, coordinating with government authorities and protecting the interests of journalists and media houses.<\/p>\n Awards & Honours<\/p>\n Lifetime Achievement Award\u00a0 \u2013 Vishvay Kashmiri Samaj Leadership & Institutional Roles<\/p>\n Founder Member, Treasurer & Secretary General\u00a0 \u2013 Press Club of Jammu Legacy\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Adarsh Pal Gupta is widely known for his integrity, fearless reporting and lifelong dedication to journalism. As the **Owner and Editor-in-Chief of PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE , he continues to guide the organization with the same commitment to truth, public interest and journalistic excellence that he established in 1976.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Founder, Owner & Editor-in-Chief \u2013 PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE Adarsh Pal Gupta\u00a0 is a veteran journalist, media entrepreneur and one of the most respected media figures in Jammu & Kashmir. He is the\u00a0 Founder, Owner and Editor-in-Chief of PIR PANCHAL NEWS LINE Media Group , a leading newspaper and digital news platform that has been […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-40639","page","type-page","status-publish"],"yoast_head":"\n
\nThree-time National Gold Award\u00a0 for Excellence in Newspaper Printing
\nJ&K Government Recognition\u00a0 for outstanding coverage of the Amarnath Yatra
\nBest Anchor Award\u00a0 \u2013 Government of Jammu & Kashmir (presented by the Deputy Chief Minister)<\/p>\n
\nPresident \u2013 Jammu Printer Association
\nCo-Chairman\u00a0 \u2013 All India Federation of Master Printers
\nVice President\u00a0 \u2013 North All India Federation of Master Printers
\nChairman \u2013 Journalist Housing Colony, Jammu<\/p>\n