NEW DELHI: Young media entrepreneur Waahid A Khan has been awarded the Indian Entrepreneur style icon of the Year in the field of broadcasting and commerce at the prestigious 4th Annual Fashion Extravaganza Entertainment Award.

The award was given in a gala but exclusive event at Nevada, Las Vegas.

"Firstly, I feel proud to be an Indian and elated to be honoured globally on a International platform. I also want to thank Akshaya Patra Foundation who has been doing a phenomenal job in the field of charity and I would also want to personally extend my support to this noble cause," said Khan.

Earlier this year, Khan who has made a significant contribution in the field of Journalism and media was awarded Lion's favourite Entrepreneur of the Year.

Khan has been a name to reckon with in journalism and media since the past 14 years. From a media person to a successful businessman, Waahiid Ali Khan's journey is very inspiring and encouraging.

He has till now established many media houses with his intelligence, confidence and sheer knowledge of the industry. He successfully established two media houses Live India news channel in Hindi and Mi Marathi channel in Marathi. He has also made a huge contribution in the success of two other prominent news channels - P7 Hindi News Channel and India TV Hindi News Channel - since their incorporation.

This entrepreneur is now Consulting Editorial Director with Sahana group and is spearheading his forthcoming Marathi News Channel and Web Portal Jai Maharashtra.