About us and editorial policy
JanSetu News publishes ground reports from Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Delhi and North India in Hindi, English, Gujarati, Punjabi and Urdu. Stories come from registered local reporters ("JanSetu Yodhas") and every story is reviewed by an editor before it is published.
Editorial policy
- Only verified Yodhas can file stories: they apply first and are approved by the editorial team.
- Every story goes through an editor’s checklist; a person always makes the decision to publish.
- Stories involving sexual violence, minors, communal tension or deaths are published only after a senior editor’s review.
- We never identify minors or survivors of sexual violence.
- We do not publish an accused person’s photo or address without official confirmation.
- Protest and law-and-order stories include all sides; we do not publish unverified numbers.
How stories are verified
- Facts, names and figures are confirmed with the reporter and checked against at least one independent source.
- Every story carries its basis: "verified facts", "based on an official statement" or "allegation, not yet verified".
- Allegations are reported as allegations, never as established facts, and the other side’s response is sought.
- Each story shows the reporter, a link to the original source and the editor who approved it.
Corrections policy
- When we get something wrong we correct the story and say openly, below the story, what was changed.
- If you spot an error, comment on that story; the editorial team reads every comment.
Frequently asked questions
What is JanSetu News?
JanSetu News is a multilingual news website that publishes local reporters’ stories in Hindi, English, Gujarati, Punjabi and Urdu after editorial review.
How are stories verified on JanSetu?
Every story comes from a verified Yodha, editors check the facts against a checklist, and sensitive stories need a senior editor’s approval before publishing.
How do I become a JanSetu Yodha?
Fill in the "Become a Yodha" form on the website. The editorial team reviews it and, once approved, your public profile appears.
What does "allegation, not yet verified" mean?
It means the story is based on a complaint or allegation that has not been proven.