Vijay Darda is son of a freedom fighter, pioneering journalist, veteran parliamentarian, compassionate philanthropist and Chairman of Lokmat Media Group. Read More

Give us Hafiz & Azhar, Munir!

   By Vijay Darda | 12-05-2025 Trump may have paused war but what about terrorists Pakistan is sheltering? Right after the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, I wrote in this very column reflecting the anger simmering...Read More

Caste census, a long-awaited move!

   By Vijay Darda | 05-05-2025 Analysis of data obtained from caste census will help us adopt new approach No matter how much we criticise the caste and class system, the social reality remains that...Read More

Our blood is boiling, let’s get it over with!

   By Vijay Darda | 28-04-2025 General Munir’s hateful statement made it clear that this man is conspiring against Kashmir Even in difficult situations, I usually remain calm and act with reason before reaching any...Read More

Fiddling with edu betrayal of nation

   By Vijay Darda | 21-04-2025 Unfortunately, Maharashtra too has joined the list of states involved in education scams; what kind of generation will fake teachers produce? After states like Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Uttar...Read More

Will the Trump card work against China?

   By Vijay Darda | 14-04-2025 145% tariff on China, but other countries get reprieve; what is Trump’s game? There are more questions than answers as the world grapples with the economic flux created by...Read More

China’s new ploy at Chicken’s Neck!

   By Vijay Darda | 07-04-2025 Muhammad Yunus describing India’s north-eastern states as landlocked and himself as guardian of sea a new conspiracy It is now abundantly clear that Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor of...Read More

Sea of humanity chants Navkar Mantra together

Date: 10-04-2025

How can devp take place without peace, harmony?

Date: 09-04-2025

Work for welfare of common man without discrimination: Dr Darda

Date: 06-04-2025

Reflection of my 18-year tenure in Upper House, says Dr Darda

Date: 04-04-2025

Dr Vijay Darda’s new book ‘The churn’ released

Date: 04-04-2025

Women achievers honoured with Lokmat Sakhi Nari Shakti Awards

Date: 01-04-2025

Pranab Mukherjee - President of India (2012-2017)

Pranab Mukherjee

President of India (2012-2017)

“I hope that the range of topics covered in the book touching upon different issues concerning the common man will be a useful asset to all readers. I wish the book all success and complement Shri Vijay Darda on this initiative.” (Reference: Public Issues Before Parliament - Vijay Darda)

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Hamid Ansari - Vice-President of India (2007-2017)

Hamid Ansari

Vice-President of India (2007-2017)

“Shri Darda is a distinguished Parliamentarian who has taken active part in the debates, discussions and proceedings of the august House, of which he is a Member. His areas of interest are people centric, with special focus on rural development and issues related to farmers and children.”

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Manmohan Singh - Prime Minister of India (2004-2014)

Manmohan Singh

Prime Minister of India (2004-2014)

“Over the last one decade of his tenure in the Rajya Sabha, Shri Darda has been a witness to many historic developments. I am sure that Shri Darda’s book will not only throw light on his work as a public representative but will also enhance our understanding of important issues that...

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Meira Kumar - Speaker of Lok Sabha (2009-2014)

Meira Kumar

Speaker of Lok Sabha (2009-2014)

“Shri Vijay Darda has been actively voicing the concerns of the people in the Parliament. He is a renowned journalist known for raising issues of national interest. The present collection reflects his views on a wide range of subjects as expressed during participation...

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Sharad Pawar - President of NCP & Former Union Minister

Sharad Pawar

President of NCP & Former Union Minister

“Shri Vijay Darda always tried to draw the attention of the government on many crucial matters and has contributed his mite on every possible issue that the House was seized of. Revisiting those issues which have been deliberated in the Parliament will be a valuable resource material for those...

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Public Issues Before Parliament - The book recapitulates the significant contributions made by Vijay Darda during his 18-year tenure as a Member of Rajya Sabha.

Public Issues Before Parliament


The book recapitulates the significant contributions made by Vijay Darda during his 18-year tenure as a Member of Rajya Sabha. It chronicles the Private Member’s Bills introduced by him, the speeches he made and the questions he raised during his 3 terms as a distinguished Parliamentarian. The book released at the hands of the then Vice President of India Hamid Ansari...

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Straight Thoughts - The book is a collection of Vijay Darda’s articles on wide-ranging topics like social issues, politics, economics, education, technology, culture, etc.

Straight Thoughts


The book is a collection of Vijay Darda’s articles on wide-ranging topics like social issues, politics, economics, education, technology, culture, etc. It also contains his deliberations on the international tours undertaken with the former Prime Ministers P. V. Narasimha Rao, H. D. Deve Gowda and other dignitaries. It also allows readers to have a glance at the flourishing...

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Prerna Sthal - This collector’s edition features ‘Prerna Sthal’, a memorial erected by Vijay Darda in the remembrance of his father and freedom fighter, Jawaharlal Darda (Babuji).

Prerna Sthal


This collector’s edition features ‘Prerna Sthal’, a memorial erected by Vijay Darda in the remembrance of his father and freedom fighter, Jawaharlal Darda (Babuji). Located in their hometown Yavatmal, it was also nominated for the Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2010 in Geneva, Switzerland. The book highlights its architectural marvel conceived by Uttam C. Jain, that serves as an inspiration...

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2nd Nagpur Premier League - The coffee table book reflects the grandeur of Nagpur's Second Premier League organised by Lokmat Media Group, under the guidance of Vijay Darda in 2011.

2nd Nagpur Premier League


The coffee table book reflects the grandeur of Nagpur's Second Premier League organised by Lokmat Media Group, under the guidance of Vijay Darda in 2011. It captures the breath-taking moments of players in action and also documents people’s spectacular response to the one-of-its-kind franchise based football tournament in its second successful edition.

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Business Icons of Nagpur - The coffee table book published by the Lokmat Media Group in 2013 chronicles the success stories of businessmen from the orange city of Nagpur

Business Icons of Nagpur


The coffee table book published by the Lokmat Media Group in 2013 chronicles the success stories of businessmen from the orange city of Nagpur. It is part of the Lokmat ‘Icons series’ that profiles individuals who are making meaningful contributions  to the growth and prosperity of the state. It also aims to serve as an inspiration to the present and future generations through their spirit of entrepreneurship.

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