Journalist Nikhil Vyas's travelogue, "Vanvas," will be published soon; former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot released the cover
Former CM Ashok Gehlot unveils cover of journalist Nikhil Vyas’ upcoming travelogue “Vanvas.”
Jaipur. Senior journalist Nikhil Vyas is publishing a new book. This book will be based on his journey to the tribal region. The cover page of this book was released by former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on February 23rd.
Nikhil Vyas told www.ddtnews.in portal correspondent Dileep Singh Dudi that he was deeply impressed by the life he witnessed in the tribal areas of Sirohi district during his journalism career. A few months ago, Nikhil Vyas traveled to Abu Road and Pindwara, the tribal areas of Sirohi district, and surrounding areas. During this trip, he lived among the tribal people and experienced their lifestyle closely.
He observed how the tribal people live their lives, their clothing, and how they entertain guests. Nikhil Vyas has poignantly explored the nature of their diet and the progress made in the lives of tribals through government efforts in his book, "Vanvas." He also explored the extent of education in the region, whether tribals are truly interested in education, and the impact of forest degradation on tribal lives.
He has also delved into these topics in depth. It's worth noting that Nikhil Vyas's previous books were also highly acclaimed, including his table book on the Kayamkhani community. Nikhil Vyas has been associated with journalism for nearly 27 years. In 2000, he brought national recognition to the western border region of Barmer district on a regional channel like ETV. Nikhil then worked as bureau chief for Rajasthan Patrika in Pali, Sirohi.
During that time, he covered the lives of tribals affected by heavy rains in 2006. Since then, Vyas has consistently written on the lives of tribals. After that Vyas worked in Dainik Bhaskar's DB Star in Jodhpur, later he also worked as Digital Head in Rajasthan Patrika, currently along with journalism and writing he is also working as a documentary maker and political strategist.