Watch: When a Reporter becomes the story: Azad Reporter Abu Aimal Akram Ali

Abu Aimal Akram Ali Ki Kahaani. . . . Ek bussiness man Se Azad Reporter Tak Ka Safar Unhi Ki Zubani. . . .

For Abu Aimal, journalism remains a means to help the needy

Hyderabad: For a number of journalists, a report or a story remains just that: a story that needs to be published before they start on another one. For Abu Aimal Akram Ali, 44, a freelance investigative journalist from Hyderabad, it is precisely the opposite. Over a decade, his work has not been only to write stories, but almost live them; and ensure that not only is a story reported, but action is also taken so that the idea of a report comes full circle: from awareness to action.

when asked what inspires him, he quotes “I always remember my death and though I try to avoid, a constant thought process runs in my mind: what if I die tomorrow? What will I leave behind? I always ponder upon this and I realise I won’t take anything. Instead, I should leave something which can be carried forward by others; hence, I should develop Azad foundation which can continue all good work.”