Soumya Ranjan Pradhan

Soumya Ranjan Pradhan (born 26 December 1994) is an Indian businessman, social entrepreneur, political leader, and media personality. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of the Bharat Media Network, co-producer of the Bollywood film Prachand, and a prominent member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He is also affiliated with the Ministry of Railways as a Member of the Zonal Railway Users Consultative Committee (ZRUCC).

Soumya Ranjan Pradhan
Born	26 December 1994, Rourkela, Odisha, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Businessman, Media Entrepreneur, Political Leader
Years active	2010–present
Education	Diploma in Manufacturing Technology Honorary Doctorate in Philosophy – The American University, USA
Title	Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Bharat Media Network
Key Projects	Bharat Media Network Bollywood film Prachand Legal awareness & anti-child marriage campaigns
Organizations Directed	Bharat Media Network International Real Estate LLC, Dubai
Positions Held	Member, ZRUCC (Ministry of Railways) Vice-President, NHRCCB Odisha (2018–2021) National President (Media Cell), NHRCCB (2021–present)
Awards & Recognition	Samaj Gourav Award – Governor of Bangalore (2024) Felicitation – Sunil Chopra, Mayor of Southwark, UK Bharat Gourav Award – Dadasaheb Phalke Organisation Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Trust Award – Delhi (April 2024)
Political Affiliation	Bharatiya Janata Party (joined 2019)
Philanthropy	Free legal aid & medical camps Education & vocational training Plantation & rural sports drives
Residence	Rourkela, Odisha, India

Early Life and Background

Soumya Ranjan Pradhan was born in Rourkela, Odisha. Raised in a modest family, his early life was shaped by values of service, responsibility, and a deep desire to make a difference. He completed his Diploma in Manufacturing Technology and later received an honorary Doctorate in Philosophy from The American University, USA.

Education

• Diploma in Manufacturing Technology  

• Honorary Doctorate in Philosophy – The American University, USA  

Career

Bharat Media Network

Pradhan is the founder and editor-in-chief of Bharat Media Network, a leading digital and print media group committed to ethical journalism. The network is known for reporting on social issues, national development, and public awareness campaigns.

Real Estate

He is also the proprietor of International Real Estate L.L.C. based in Dubai, contributing to real estate development with a focus on sustainability and urban transformation.

Film Industry

In the Indian film sector, Pradhan co-produced the Bollywood movie Prachand, known for its patriotic and social themes.

Political and Social Activities

Soumya Ranjan Pradhan has been actively involved in Indian politics since 2010. He officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on 2 October 2019. A life member of the BJP Odisha unit since 2019, he supports the party's ideology and is a grassroots-level organizer.

Positions Held

• Member, Zonal Railway Users Consultative Committee (ZRUCC), Ministry of Railways  

• Vice-President, National Human Rights and Crime Control Bureau (Odisha Region), 2018–2021  

• National President (Media Cell), NHRCCB (2021–present)  

Recognitions

• Samaj Gourav Award from the Hon’ble Governor of Bangalore – 5 March 2024  

• Felicitated by Sunil Chopra, Hon’ble Mayor of London Borough of Southwark, UK  

• Bharat Gourav Award from Dadasaheb Phalke Organisation  

• Award from Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Trust, Delhi – April 2024  

Social Work Highlights

• Active in anti-child marriage campaigns and legal awareness drives  

• Organizes book donation drives for underprivileged children  

• Supports free legal assistance to the economically weaker sections  

• Conducts free medical camps and promotes accessible healthcare  

• Facilitates vocational training and promotes rural sports  

• Organizes plantation drives and environmental awareness campaigns  

• Champions education and literacy initiatives in rural regions  

Vision and Mission

Pradhan’s mission is to bridge the gap between policy and people by using media and grassroots activism. Through his leadership in the BJP and NHRCCB, he strives to create a just, aware, and progressive India. He believes in empowering the youth and promoting transparent governance.

Personal Life

Soumya Ranjan Pradhan resides in Rourkela, Odisha. He is known for his simple lifestyle, nationalist values, and commitment to public service. He maintains strong community relations both in India and abroad.

Legacy and Impact

Through a combination of media influence, political activism, and philanthropy, Pradhan has emerged as a modern-day changemaker. His initiatives have directly impacted thousands of lives and contributed to policy-level discussions across Odisha and beyond.

See Also

• Bharatiya Janata Party

• Media of India

• Social entrepreneurship in India

• Zonal Railway Users Consultative Committees

• Philanthropy in India

External Links

• Bharat Media Network – Official Website

• Email Soumya Ranjan Pradhan

• Exclusive Interview (External Source)