BENGALURU : Brijesh Gokhale, Executive Director of Spearhead Media Pvt. Ltd., will be honoured with the prestigious Abhaya Bravery Award for excellence in journalism and commitment to unbiased news. The award, recognizing courage and integrity, will be presented at Alliance De Francaise Auditorium, Bengaluru, on 7 March 2025.

Gokhale, hailed as a "Voice of Truth," has played a pivotal role in shaping Karnataka’s digital media landscape. Under his leadership, NewsKarnataka.com has gained credibility for its people-centric, ethical journalism. His expertise in digital media strategy and storytelling has bridged the gap between traditional and modern journalism.

A Master’s degree holder in English, Gokhale also serves on the Board of Studies at SDM College, Ujire, mentoring aspiring media professionals. His accolades include the 2024 Sadhanashree Award, and he recently spoke at a FICCI-Google India session on digital publishing in Indic languages.

Leading the crowdfunded Spearhead Media since 2013, Gokhale envisions expanding the platform’s reach while championing journalistic integrity and youth empowerment. His recognition with the Abhaya Bravery Award underscores his contributions to ethical and innovative journalism in Karnataka.