Tarun Tejpal: The rise and fall of India’s ‘Che Guevara of Journalism’ – From fearless journalism to rape conviction

Tarun Tajpal (Img: Pinterest)New Delhi: The life and story of Tarun Tejpal is one of the most dramatic journeys in Indian media history. Tejpal entered journalism in the early 1980s when Indian media was undergoing major changes. His experience with mainstream publications helped him understand the limitations and possibilities of Indian journalism. Literary success beyond newsroomsApart from journalism, Tejpal also created a name as a novelist. From revolutionary journalist to controversial legacyTarun Tejpal’s journey remains one of the most debated stories in Indian journalism.