Indian-born BBC presenter Amol Rajan has said he is considering moving his family to India, citing “very, very big problems” in Britain and concerns about the country’s future.Speaking on Gyles Brandreth’s Rosebud podcast, Rajan said he was “very concerned” about the direction the UK was heading and was reassessing whether it was still the right place for his four children to grow up.While he said England is still the best place for them “at the moment”, he questioned whether England is still the place where “history is made”.
India is ‘the place where history is made’
Rajan contrasted the current mood in Britain with India’s rise, calling it “exciting and energizing in a way that Britain doesn’t always feel.”He pointed to India’s young population, expanding workforce and rapidly changing economy as key drivers of this energy source. He added that he wanted his children to be able to spend some time in India so they could experience this energy firsthand.
Compare the impact of the UK now with its past
Rajan also looked back at Britain’s past, particularly the 1960s and 1970s, when Britain played a central role in global culture and politics. In contrast, he believes Britain today lacks the same influence and momentum.His comments came amid a wider debate over Britain’s economic challenges and global standing.
Who is Amol Rajan?
Born in Kolkata in 1983, Rajan moved to the UK as a child and grew up in London. He went on to become one of the most famous journalists in the British press.At only 29 years old, he served as editor of the Independent, becoming one of the youngest editors of a British national newspaper. He subsequently joined the BBC in 2016 as its first media editor.He currently presents Radio 4’s Today program and hosts the long-running quiz show University Challenge. Rajan is married to academic Charlotte Faircloth, and the couple have four children.
Net worth and salary details
Amol Rajan’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million (nearly Rs 80 to 40 crore).His salary range at the BBC is between £315,000 and £319,999 until 2025, covering roles such as Channel 4’s Today program and interviews with Amol Rajan. This makes him one of the broadcaster’s highest-paid journalists.
Cue a career change and seek a better work-life balance
Rajan also hinted that he might quit his demanding broadcasting role, which includes an early morning schedule, to explore opportunities in the digital space. He said the pace of traditional journalism was difficult to balance with family life and hinted at a shift to a more flexible lifestyle.
