Madhur Singh
About Madhur Singh
Madhur Singh is a Writer and Editor at the World Economic Forum, where he has worked since 2008. He has a background in journalism and economics, with significant contributions to IndiaSpend and a history of enhancing readership and training journalists.
Work at World Economic Forum
Madhur Singh has served as a Writer/Editor at the World Economic Forum since 2008, accumulating 16 years of experience in this role. During his tenure, he has contributed significantly to various initiatives, including enhancing the visibility and impact of content produced by the organization. He played a key role in integrating IndiaSpend into the World Economic Forum's Strategic Intelligence platform, expanding the reach and influence of the content.
Current Role at IndiaSpend
Since 2019, Madhur Singh has held the position of Managing Editor at IndiaSpend. In this role, he has been instrumental in increasing readership, achieving a four-fold and sustained increase while leading a small, non-profit newsroom during the Covid-19 pandemic. His leadership has helped position IndiaSpend as a credible source of information and analysis.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Madhur Singh has a diverse background in journalism, having worked as a Correspondent at Bloomberg Law from 2010 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Correspondent for Foreign Affairs at Hindustan Times from 2006 to 2007. His experience spans various media outlets, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of reporting and editorial processes.
Education and Expertise
Madhur Singh holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Panjab University, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. He also earned a Master's in International Relations from the University of Warwick, focusing on the Politics of International Trade and the Political Economy of the Islamic World, from 2004 to 2005. Additionally, he completed a Master of Arts in English with a focus on Post-Colonial Studies at Panjab University from 2001 to 2003.
Contributions to Journalism and Data Communication
Madhur Singh has made significant contributions to journalism by developing a network of freelance journalists and editors. He has focused on training and empowering them to effectively communicate complex data findings and policy developments to a general audience. His efforts have enhanced the capacity of media professionals to engage with and inform the public.