Dr Binu N Varghese
Dr Binu Varghese is an Indian social activist and journalist based in Thane, Maharashtra. He has been active in social service and public welfare for more than 18 years and is known for exposing major criminal activities, scams and corruption cases across Maharashtra. He serves as the Editor In Chief of the Weekly Newspaper Times Of Thane (TOT) and works with several human rights and media organisations.
Career
Dr Binu Varghese holds leadership positions in multiple organisations including:
- Editor In Chief – Times Of Thane (TOT)
- Vice President (Maharashtra State) – World Human Rights Organization (REGD.)
- General Secretary – Kendriya Patrakar Sangh (C.P.J.A)
- President Konkan Vibhag – Maharashtra Rajya Patrakar Mahasangh
- Thane District Coordinator – Web Media Association, Maharashtra State
- World Peace Ambassador – Wockhardt Foundation
- Executive Editor (Marketing) – Enlighten India Bollywood Magazine
- President Thane City – Krantikari Patrakar Sangh
- President Maharashtra State – All Railway Passengers Welfare Association
- President Thane District – Crime Prevention Organisation (Delhi)
- Secretary – All India Anti Terrorist Front (Chairman M. S. Bitta)
- Bureau Chief Maharashtra State – Akhil Bhartiya Lekhak Manch (Delhi)
Achievements
Dr Binu Varghese has received several awards and recognitions including:
- Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Human Excellence Award, received from Commissioner of Police Pimpri Chinchwad, IPS Krishna Prakash
- Vishesh Puraskar on the 36th TMC Vardhapan Diwas 2018 from Hon Guardian Minister Eknath Shinde and Mayor of Thane
- World Peace Ambassador title honored by Dr Huzaifa Khorakiwala, Wockhardt Foundation Chairman
- Dream Achiever’s Award, felicitated by Hon Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshyari
- Samaj Gaurav Puraskar on Patrakar Din at Thane District
- Global Peace Ambassador title from International Diplomatic Mission, Navi Mumbai
- Asian Talent Golden Icon 2019 Award by Maharashtra News18
Awards and Recognition
- Road Safety Patrol Awards – 2005, 2009, 2014, 2018, 2020
- Certificate of Appreciation 2017 from Commissioner of Police Param Bir Singh for work in Thane City
- Felicitated by Navi Mumbai Police Commissioner Hemant Nagrale for supporting Traffic Police initiatives
- Honored during the First Reunion of Little Flower English High School Thane in the presence of Hon Commissioner of Police Thane Vivek Phansalkar
- Listed among the 10 Most Influential Social Activists in Maharashtra 2025
- Bharat Shree National Award organized by National Conference and Summit 2024
- Dr Balasaheb Ambedkar Human Excellence Award in association with Diplomatic Mission Global Peace on World Human Rights Day 2020
- Bharat Vibhushan Puraskar presented by Shri Ram Niwas Goel, Hon Speaker of Delhi Legislative Council at CM Conference Hall, Delhi in November 2024
- Nelson Mandela Global Brilliance Award organised by International Humanity Mission in Indore 2025
- Best Cooperative Citizen Award for contributing to traffic management
- Appreciation Certificate from Commissioner of Police MBVV for rescuing a 12 year old minor Bangladeshi girl from a prostitution racket
- Many awards, appreciation certificates and trophies received for social contribution and investigative journalism
Major Exposures and Case Highlights
Dr Binu Varghese has been involved in exposing numerous major cases, including:
- 500 crore multi-scam exposure across Thane Rural
- Rescue of three young girls trapped in a Dubai prostitution case after involvement of the Indian Embassy and External Affairs Minister
- Multiple prostitution rackets across Maharashtra, including Bangladesh, Thailand and Uzbekistan nationals rescued
- Rescue of minor victims under POCSO leading to a 14-year conviction in a human trafficking case
- Child trafficking case involving a 4-day-old baby boy, with seven arrests
- Fake birth certificate and education document scam in Thane
- Multiple crime and illegal activity crackdowns under the PITA Act
Social Impact
Dr Binu Varghese uses digital media and grassroots activism to support victims and expose corruption. His ability to coordinate with police departments and government bodies has helped recover victims, uncover serious crimes and improve community safety.
Personal Life
He is based in Thane, Maharashtra and is widely respected for his dedication to public welfare and investigative activism.
External Links
- Address: Sab Se Tezz, Thane,Mumbai, MBVV, Navi Mumbai
- https://www.newyorkdespatch.com//news/these-10-most-influential-social-activists-in-maharashtra-202520250912154752//
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- Phone: 7208100100
- WhatsApp: 8898712345