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Vijay Deo Jha is among the young political reporters in print media who is recognized for his deep insight and understanding of the political affairs of the country in general and Jharkhand in particular. Vijay who is associated with The Pioneer in Jharkhand from the last three years; has won laurels and appreciation for his correct analysis of the politics of the State which has kept even seasoned analysts baffled in the past one decade.

Born in 1977 Vijay had his schooling from Darbhanga, Bihar. He later on moved to Patna University to pursue MA in English. Having passion for journalism he joined premier institution A.J.K. Mass Communication Research Centre, Jamia Millia Islamia where he got training under renowned columnist and South East Asia expert Qamar Aga.

Extensively covered Jharkhand in his bid to understand socio-political and economic contours of Jharkhand Vijay is known for his memorable election reporting of the parliamentary and assembly elections. He single handedly covered the by-election of Tamar in 2009 where the serving Chief Minister Shibu Soren had suffered electoral loss at the hand of political rookie Raja Peter of the JD (U). The election result had baffled even those seasoned reporters who till the day of election had said the victory of Soren was a mere formality. But he from his very first ground report had hinted, and even boldly put, the drubbing of Soren is inevitable.

Often invited as panelist over serious political discussions over camera his findings of the trend in the elections and politics have come true on the election results and the unpredictable make-and-break of alliance for which Jharkhand has won notoriety.

He has reported serious issues from the hinterland of Jharkhand: drought, hunger, poverty and the plight of the tribals. He is also taken for his serious reports over Naxal issues in Jharkhand and his reports reflect his vast understanding of this problem that is being tried to be rooted by the Centre through offensives and dialogue under flagship Operation Green Hunt.

Deeply inspired by Mr. Sankarshan Thakur of The Telegraph; Thakur has been his mentor in the past these years; Vijay has been carrying on news trends in reporting started by Mr Thakur.