MUMBAI: Pursuing “independent journalism” and “credible reporting”, NDTV said Friday it has formed two independent groups – NDTV Editorial Board and The Ethics Committee.

Barkha Dutt has been named as the president of the Editorial Board while Sonia Singh is president of the Ethics committee. Dutt wa earlier designated as NDTV group editor (English channels), while
Singh was senior managing editor.

“Both the groups will ensure regular and continuous oversight on all editorial and ethical matters,” NDTV said.
   
The Editorial Board with Radhika Roy as the chairperson will be responsible for all standards and matters editorial across NDTV.

"The aim of the Editorial Board is to take regular steps and pre-emptive action on the more complex issues that arise in the editorial direction for NDTV as well as be a focal point for answering
any queries or complaints on editorial matters raised from within and outside NDTV,” the company said.

Meanwhile, the Ethics Committee will develop consistent standards and oversee all ethical issues across the organisation. The committee will report into the Compliance Committee chaired by Radhika Roy.