Md. Tariq Nakaash
Senior Journalist | Environmental Activist | Humanitarian | Social Leader | Media & Community Advocate
Md. Tariq Nakaash is a respected Senior Journalist, Environmental Activist,
Humanitarian and Social Worker from Davangere, Karnataka, known for his commitment to journalism,
environmental protection, community welfare and social development.
With a multifaceted career spanning journalism, media, environmental activism, humanitarian initiatives and social service, Md. Tariq Nakaash has worked to use communication and public engagement as powerful tools for positive social change.
He is associated with Urdu Press, Davangere, and serves as the State President of the Karnataka Minorities Working Journalists Association (KMWJ), representing the interests and professional concerns of minority working journalists in Karnataka.
Md. Tariq Nakaash is also closely associated with several social and media initiatives. He is the Founder of GreeNation (R), an environmental and social initiative dedicated to creating awareness about nature conservation, tree plantation, environmental protection and sustainable living. Public information available on the GreeNation website identifies Tariq Nakaash as Co-Founder & President of the organisation.
He is also associated with Indo Times Media and Alhind Charitable Trust (ACT Trust), contributing to initiatives connected with media, social welfare, humanitarian service and community development.
Areas of Work & Contribution
- Journalism & Media
- Human Rights Activist (ISHR)
- Humanitarian & Social Service
- Community Development
- Minority Journalists’ Welfare
- Public Awareness & Social Advocacy
- Tree Plantation & Environmental Campaigns
- Promotion of Urdu and Multilingual Media
- Community-Oriented Initiatives
Through his journalistic work and social initiatives, Md. Tariq Nakaash has sought to highlight public issues, promote environmental responsibility, support community welfare and encourage constructive social participation.
His professional journey reflects a combination of journalism, social responsibility, environmental consciousness and community leadership, making him a distinctive public figure associated with media and social initiatives in Karnataka.
Md. Tariq Nakaash continues to be involved in journalism, environmental activities, humanitarian work and various social initiatives, with a vision of contributing to a more informed, responsible, inclusive and environmentally conscious society.
Tariq Nakaash serves as the State Secretary General of the Indian Society of Human Rights, contributing to the cause of human dignity, justice, equality, and the protection of fundamental rights.
He also serves as the State President of the Karnataka Linguistic Minorities Protection Committee, an organisation founded in 1982 to represent and promote the interests, rights, and welfare of linguistic minorities. Through his leadership, he is associated with efforts to raise awareness of linguistic rights, encourage social harmony, and advocate for the legitimate concerns of minority-language communities.
Alongside these responsibilities, Md. Tariq Nakaash continues his professional work in journalism and his engagement in public and community affairs. His roles reflect his commitment to responsible journalism, social responsibility, human rights, and the protection of the rights and dignity of all communities.
Md. Tariq Nakaash 
