D. Umapathi is a senior journalist and columnist known for his impactful reporting and insightful political commentary. He has served as the New Delhi correspondent for Prajavani, Kannada Prabha (The New Indian Express Group), and ETV, earning recognition for his incisive coverage of national affairs.   Over the course of his career, he has contributed columns to leading Kannada publications, including Andolana, Raitha Chaluvali, Vijaya Karnataka, Prajavani, Samyukta Karnataka, and Vartha Bharati. He is the author of two acclaimed books, Delhi Nota and Padakusiye Nelavilla, which reflect his keen observations on politics