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| description=Azeem Mirza is an Indian journalist with 30 years of experience in print and electronic media, known for investigative reporting on political, social, historical, and environmental issues.

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| knownfor = Investigative reporting and public interest journalism

Azeem Mirza is an Indian investigative journalist with approximately thirty years of professional experience in print and electronic media. His reporting spans investigative journalism, political affairs, social issues, historical and ancient studies, wildlife, and public interest reporting. His work has appeared across several national and international media platforms.

==Professional Objective==

Azeem Mirza has pursued a career in journalism focused on challenging and diverse reporting environments. His professional approach emphasizes continuous skill development in print and electronic media, field-based reporting, and the use of evolving media technologies to strengthen public awareness and accountability.

Azeem Mirza began his journalism career with Mitra Prakashan, publishing Maya Magazine in Allahabad, where he worked as a reporter from 1993 to 1995.

He subsequently worked as a freelance journalist with multiple media organizations, contributing reports and investigations to BBC Hindi, Mongabay Hindi, IndiaSpend Hindi, Navbharat Times, 101Reporter, and Firstpost at different periods.

From February 2011 to 2024, he worked as a correspondent with Asia News International (ANI). In this role, he covered political developments, governance, and major public affairs, including Prime Ministerial events and legislative proceedings.

==Major Assignments and Coverage==

* Ayodhya-related political and legal developments

* Raebareli court proceedings

* Investigations related to land mafia activities

Azeem Mirza reported extensively on the Madhumita murder case, a high-profile investigation involving a sitting state minister, law enforcement personnel, and hired assailants. His reporting included interviews with family members, domestic staff, neighbors, and associates of the victim. He also coordinated information gathering with other media organizations, contributing to broader public scrutiny and investigative action.

He reported on the discovery of a young girl found living in forest surroundings among monkeys. After learning about the case during her hospitalization following rescue by forest and police officials, Azeem Mirza reported the story and referred to her as the “Mowgli Girl.” The term later gained national and international recognition through widespread media coverage.

==Areas of Specialization==

* Political and governance reporting

* Social and public interest issues

* Wildlife and environmental reporting

==Fellowships and Recognition==

 

 

His work is rooted in ground reporting and community voices, with a strong commitment to impactful storytelling that bridges public policy, accountability, and public awareness.