Ashish Srivastava
Investigative journalist covering urban issues and politics
Delhi, India
Joined February 2026
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Investigative reporter focused on urban governance and regional politics. newindianexpress+1
Regularly covers public health and healthcare system issues, producing explanatory and investigative stories about hospitals, doctors, and population health trends. newindianexpress+1
Active on social platforms and uses multimedia (including a podcast/YouTube) to extend reporting and public engagement. twitter+2
Regionally focused journalist with substantial reporting on Delhi and Uttar Pradesh urban issues, combining daily news coverage with investigative pieces. newindianexpress+1
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Mismatch of over 40,000 Delhi doctors between official records, reveals RTI
October 9, 2025Investigative piece reporting an RTI revelation that showed a large discrepancy between numbers of registered doctors in Delhi as recorded by different authorities.
50% of heart attack cases since 2020 among adults below 40
February 24, 2025Feature examining rising incidence of heart attacks among adults under 40 in India since 2020, discussing lifestyle, Covid-19 links, and expert perspectives.
After backlash, doctors' body admits mistake & rejoins stir
August 16, 2024Report on the Federation of Resident Doctors' Association reversing a decision to call off a strike following backlash and subsequent developments affecting medical protests.
Strict action against executive for molesting woman on flight: Jindal
July 20, 2024News report about allegations of molestation on an Etihad flight and the response from corporate leadership promising investigation and action.