Samant Sekhri
A connected, sustainable and impactful community radio ecosystem
To strengthen the voice, reach and relevance of Community Radio — by enabling stations, empowering communities, building stronger networks and creating more opportunities for growth, collaboration and impact.
A connected ecosystem
Stronger networks between community radio stations, communities, institutions, media and civil society to create shared value and collective impact.
A sustainable future
Greater capacity, better institutional linkages and resource development so community radio can grow with confidence and long-term relevance.
Closer to Delhi. Closer to opportunities.
Hint Radio is based in Ghaziabad, right in the National Capital Region (NCR). This gives a unique and significant advantage in connecting with:
Turning representation into action.
Key priorities for a stronger, more visible and better-connected community radio movement.
National representation
Stronger representation of community radio at the national level.
Policy & institutional linkages
Policy support and better institutional linkages for stations and the sector.
Capacity building
Capacity building and training to strengthen station capabilities.
Sustainability
Sustainability and resource development for long-term growth.
Collaboration
Collaboration with government departments and industries.
Visibility
Greater visibility for community voices and the impact they create.
15+ years of hands-on experience.
Working closely with stations, communities and stakeholders across 30+ districts.
Community Radio
15+ years of experience in Community Radio, including station operations, capacity building, network building and collaborative projects for greater reach and impact.
State-level connect
Hands-on work with stations as General Secretary CRA Uttar Pradesh, communities and stakeholders across more than 55 stations, bringing practical field experience to policy and sector conversations.
A combination of access, experience and institutional depth.
Location Advantage
Hint Radio, Ghaziabad — in close proximity to Delhi. Regular access to central ministries, regulatory bodies and national stakeholders.
Media Experience
Experience across print, TV and radio, including TOI, Zee News and Bhaskar.
Entrepreneur & Institution Builder
Hint Media Group, Digital Esprit, Hint Institute of Mass Communication.
Deep Connect
Strong relationships with parents, educational institutions and industry.
15+ Years in Community Radio
From grassroots to policy conversations, with a practical understanding of the ecosystem.
Execution mindset
A hands-on approach focused on converting relationships, ideas and representation into meaningful outcomes.
Built across media, education and entrepreneurship.
A professional journey combining formal education with 18 years of work across media, education, institutional development, branding and entrepreneurship.
MBA (Marketing & Finance)
IMI Belgium
Post Graduate in Planning & Management
IIPM Delhi
Master’s in Digital Marketing
Delhi School of Internet Marketing
18 years of professional experience
Media, education, institutional development, media, branding and entrepreneurship.
Time, energy and focus for the role.
I can dedicate the time, energy and focus needed to contribute meaningfully to the role of Executive Committee member.
Third generation into journalism.
A family legacy connected to journalism and media, with a continued commitment to communication and community impact.
