Green man & BizzBuzz colmunist BNK features among top 50 authors
City-based author, columnist and environmentalist B N Kumar (BNK) has been featured among the “Top 50 Most Influential Authors of 2024”, an annual ranking by a Delhi-based platform
columnist and environmentalist B N Kumar
Mumbai, Dec 03: City-based author, columnist and environmentalist B N Kumar (BNK) has been featured among the “Top 50 Most Influential Authors of 2024”, an annual ranking by a Delhi-based platform.
POLITRICKS by BNK, an independent journalist, deals with the aspects of Indian political spectrum and analyses the way the leaders play gimmicks to attract attention and divert people from the main issues and exposes the dual games played in dealing with environmental protection.
Endorsing the book, S Narendra, Former Government Of India Spokesperson & Information Adviser to four PMs, said, ‘Politricks’ represents a new genre of writing that exposes how public policy-making falls short of serving public good by mixing politics with policy, remarked
Delhi Wire highlighted the “incredible writers” who have shaped the reading experiences and inspired readers with their words. This is its fourth year of celebrating authors’ achievements.
“This is our fourth year hosting this event, and each year, the excitement only grows as we uncover authors who continue to redefine storytelling, push creative boundaries, and connect with readers across the globe,” Delhi Wire announcement said.
“These 50 authors have captivated us with their compelling ideas, unforgettable characters, and impactful narratives that leave a lasting impression,” it said.
Kumar’s book, a select compilation of his columns under the title POLITRICKS carried by a Hyderabad-based business daily BizzBuzz, has been received well.
“Each writer we’ve featured reminds us of the transformative power of books—how they inspire, challenge, and connect us in ways nothing else can. We hope you’ve discovered new authors to explore, revisited old favourites, and found fresh perspectives through their words,” Delhi Wire said.
“The honour is a recognition of the unbiased writings,” said BNK. “It encourages me to continue to write without any prejudice and show the mirror to our political class,” the author said.
“Opposition parties are definitely required in a democracy. But the ruling parties at the Centre never understand it. This necessitates the media to play the role of constructive criticism. To write such articles, it requires deep study and understanding of the events, which BNK has abundantly,” said AVG Krishnamurthy, Former Secretary – (Undivided) Andhra Pradesh Legislature.
“From an intrepid UNI reporter to a fiercely committed environmentalist and protagonist of mangroves, BNK as he is popularly known, is surely one of the conscience keepers of our nation,” wrote veteran journalist Olga Tellis.
In his comment, Ayaz Memon, former Editor – Mid-day & Bombay Times, wrote: “BNK is an astute observer of current events and wields a fine pen, writing with understanding and clarity on the most complex or contentious issue without pulling his punches. His deep knowledge of history, politics, society and coupled with rich experience as a journalist make this compilation a reader’s delight.
Political grasp and insight are two essential ingredients for commenting on the actions, utterances of our politicians”, said Jitender Bhargava, former executive director, Air India.
BNK brings out the flavour with great fervour week after week in his widely read column. Kudos to him, said Bhargva, who is also author of The Descent of Air India.