Unmesh Gujarathi
Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Sprouts News
Unmesh Gujarathi is an Indian investigative journalist and media professional with over 28 years of experience in print and digital journalism. He is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Sprouts News, an independent investigative publication headquartered in Mumbai, established in 2020.
Throughout his career, he has held editorial positions at leading media organisations, including:
- DNA (Daily News & Analysis)
- The Times Group
- The Free Press Journal
- Saamana
- Dabang Dunia
- Lokmat
His reporting has focused on investigative journalism, governance accountability, public policy, corruption, crime reporting and the Right to Information (RTI) framework in India.
As Editor-in-Chief of Sprouts News, he oversees:
- Investigative direction
- Editorial standards and verification protocols
- Legal compliance and ethical review
- Newsroom operations and accountability processes
Education & Academic Background
Unmesh Gujarathi holds:
- Master of Commerce (M.Com)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Degree in Journalism
His academic background supports his reporting in areas related to governance, financial systems, public administration and regulatory matters.
Published Works & Contributions
In addition to newsroom leadership, he is the author of more than 12 books in Marathi and English. His published works cover topics including:
- The RTI Act and transparency mechanisms
- Political leadership, including writings on Balasaheb Thackeray
- Career guidance
- Investigative journalism practices
He has contributed to national dailies and digital media platforms, focusing on evidence-based reporting and public-interest journalism.
Editorial Approach
Unmesh Gujarathi’s reporting methodology emphasises:
- Documentary verification
- Multi-source validation
- Legal awareness in investigative reporting
- Public-interest accountability
Under his leadership, Sprouts News has published investigative reports related to governance, regulatory oversight and institutional transparency.
Professional Contact
Editor-in-Chief
Sprouts News
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Phone: +91 9322755098
Email: unmeshgujarathi@gmail.com
Portfolio: www.unmeshgujarathi.com
