Dr. Syed Fazil Hussain Parvez — Editor, GAWAH
Meet Dr. Syed Fazil Hussain Parvez, founder and Chief Editor of GAWAH Urdu Weekly, award-winning journalist, author and veteran of Urdu media.
Dr. Syed Fazil Hussain Parvez
For more than four decades, his work has connected journalism with public life, championed Urdu media and brought the stories of people, institutions and changing India to readers at home and across the world.
As founder and Chief Editor of GAWAH, he represents a generation of journalists who built their craft in print—and carried its purpose into a changing media landscape.
From a young writer to a leading voice in Urdu journalism
Born on 21 January 1961, Fazil Parvez began writing during his teenage years, contributing articles and humour pieces to the Urdu daily Rahnuma-e-Deccan. His early interest in writing grew into a career spanning sports journalism, features, investigative reporting, editorials and media leadership.
He studied at Zilla Parishad High School in Jogipet, Aiza High School in Hyderabad and Anwarul Uloom College, where he completed a Bachelor of Science and won student union elections three times. He later studied Communication and Journalism at Osmania University, pursued an M.Phil. and completed doctoral research in journalism.
His work is marked by a strong editorial voice, a focus on social questions and a lasting commitment to the Urdu press.
Four decades of stories, institutions and ideas
Started contributing articles and humour pieces to Rahnuma-e-Deccan as a teenager and developed a reputation as a sports journalist.
Served as Resident Editor of Rahnuma-e-Deccan and Awam Urdu dailies, and founded Khel Ke Maidan Se, described in his published profile as India’s first Urdu sports magazine.
Founded GAWAH Urdu Weekly and helped establish it as a distinctive Hyderabad-based publication serving Urdu readers in India and the diaspora.
Worked across journalism, advertising and public relations, including media coordination for major public events and high-profile visits. He has also served on the Central Board of Film Certification.
Received the Press Council of India’s National Award for Excellence in Journalism in the Developmental Reporting category for his GAWAH article on unsung heroes and martyrs of Urdu journalism.
Recognised at the Nai Duniya Media for Unity Awards in New Delhi for his contribution to Urdu journalism, as reported by Telangana Today.
Journalism with a public purpose
Press Council of India
National Award for Excellence in Journalism, Developmental Reporting. The award-winning article, “Unsung Heroes and Martyrs of Urdu Journalism,” appeared in GAWAH in October 2019; the award was presented in 2023.
Lifetime achievement
Honoured by the Telangana State Urdu Academy for his contribution to journalism and Urdu media. Published profiles identify the recognition as a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Media for Unity Award · 2026
Recognised by Nai Duniya Media for his long-standing contribution to Urdu journalism, at a New Delhi ceremony reported in April 2026.
Conversations with people who shaped their times
His career has brought him into conversation with national leaders, policymakers and influential voices across public life. The highlights below capture the breadth of those encounters.
Five Prime Ministers
Interviews with Rajiv Gandhi, V. P. Singh, H. D. Deve Gowda, I. K. Gujral and Dr. Manmohan Singh.
Presidents of India
His published biography records interviews with two Presidents of India, including Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam.
Leaders across public life
Conversations and professional encounters with Union Ministers, diplomats, sports personalities, artists, community leaders and members of Hyderabad’s royal family.
Reporting and connections beyond India
International assignments have taken Dr. Parvez beyond India, connecting his journalism with communities, institutions and events across the Middle East, Europe and North America.
Saudi Arabia
Visited in 2019 as a media delegate for Saudi Vision 2030 and returned in 2023 as a royal guest for Hajj.
United States
An international visit in 2008, engaging with communities and public life beyond India.
United Kingdom
Visited in 2005 as part of his international engagements.
Iraq & Iran
Among the countries included in his international visits and media engagements.
International outreach
His published biography also records international travel in 1998 and continuing connections with Urdu-speaking communities overseas.
Books that document ideas and the Urdu press
Alongside his reporting and editorials, Dr. Parvez has written books on journalism, social questions and sport. Urdu Media: Kal Aaj Kal is widely described in his profile as an encyclopaedic work on Urdu journalism and is used in media-studies contexts.
Urdu Media: Kal Aaj Kal
A reference work tracing the history and development of Urdu media.
Explore the book →
Sachh To Magar Kehne Do
A collection of writing associated with his fearless editorial voice and engagement with social issues.
Find related coverage →
Other published works
Sacch Hi Toh Hai and Mohammed Azharuddin – Cricket ka Shehzada. Kadwa Sach has been listed as an upcoming book in his profile.
Read more →Journalism, mentoring and the next generation
Dr. Parvez has appeared on regional and national television discussions, spoken at journalism programmes and shared his experience with aspiring media professionals. His career has also been the subject of academic research, reflecting interest in his contribution to Urdu journalism and public discourse.
His work across GAWAH and Media Plus reflects a broader view of media: reporting and commentary, publishing, public communication and the institutions that connect people with information.
Journalism is not only about recording events; it is also about asking whose stories remain unheard.
Editorial principle · GAWAH
Read the editor’s work on GAWAH
Explore editorials, interviews and reporting from the GAWAH newsroom.