Lovely Wadhwa
Lovely Wadhwa is an Indian journalist and Special Correspondent based in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He is known for his investigative reporting, breaking news coverage, and political journalism across leading news organizations including Dainik Bhaskar, News18 Rajasthan, First India News, Zee Media, and ETV Rajasthan. With more than 15 years of experience, he has established himself as a prominent voice in both regional and national media.
Early Life
Lovely Wadhwa was born on 15 April 1991 in Rawatbhata, District Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. He grew up in a family rooted in education and public service. His father is Sh. S.S. Wadhwa and his mother is Smt. Suman Wadhwa. His early interest in current affairs and storytelling laid the foundation for a career in journalism.
Education
- B.A. – Kota University, Rajasthan
- B.J.M.C. – Bachelor of Journalism and Mass Communication
- M.J.M.C. – Master of Journalism and Mass Communication
- Diploma – Mass Communication and Journalism
Career
Lovely Wadhwa began his career in 2008 with ETV Rajasthan, working as a reporter for more than five years. During this period, he covered district-level politics, law and order, and major social issues.
In 2013, he joined Zee Media Corporation as a reporter, where he gained recognition for his human-interest stories and grassroots reporting. From 2014 to 2017, he worked as a Special Correspondent at First India News, reporting on urban development, politics, and business.
Between 2017 and 2025, Wadhwa served as a Special Correspondent at Network18 Media (News18 Rajasthan). His reporting included election coverage, government policy analysis, and exclusive investigative stories that gained wide attention.
Since February 2025, he has been associated with Dainik Bhaskar as a Special Correspondent for the national digital team. His role focuses on producing investigative series and ground reports on politics, crime, and social issues that have received significant readership and impact.
Achievements
- Best Reporting Award (2013) – Conferred by ETV Rajasthan and presented by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan
- Best Reporter Award (2013) – Awarded by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate for exclusive reporting on social issues
- Tv18 Best Reporter Award during Covid-19 coverage, conferred by TV18 Network
- Best Electronic Media Reporter Award by Pink City Press Club, Jaipur
- Recognized for breaking investigative stories on political corruption, scams, and criminal networks in Rajasthan
- Widely noted for impactful coverage of the Jaipur Jail investigation and the Dudu land scam case
Philanthropy
Alongside his newsroom work, Wadhwa has been associated with public awareness initiatives. Through his reporting platforms, he has contributed to women’s safety campaigns, voter awareness programs, and educational drives aimed at empowering local communities.
Personal Life
Lovely Wadhwa resides in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He is fluent in Hindi, Rajasthani, Punjabi, and English. Outside journalism, he is passionate about investigative storytelling, media ethics, and community service.
External Links
- LinkedIn: Lovely Wadhwa
- Twitter: @lovelynews18
- Instagram: @lovelywadhwa__
- Facebook: Lovely Wadhwa
- Bhaskar Investigative Story 1: Jaipur Jail Investigation
- Bhaskar Investigative Story 2: Dudu Land Scam Case
- Bhaskar Investigative Story 3: Irregularities in Smart-Meter Tender Investigation
- News18 Rajasthan Report: Rohit Godara Gang Report