Amit Bodke

Freelance Journalist & Contributor | Sprouts News

Amit Bodke is a Nashik-based freelance journalist specialising in rural reporting and investigative features from Maharashtra. He contributes to Sprouts News, where he publishes special reports and feature stories focused on public-interest issues.

Professional Experience

Amit Bodke has contributed to several established Marathi publications, including:

• Sakal
• Lokmat
• Deshdoot

Through these platforms, he has reported on regional developments, social issues, and governance-related matters across the Nashik district and surrounding areas.

Reporting Focus

His journalism primarily covers:

• Rural and semi-urban issues
• Local governance and administration
• Public-interest reporting
• Regional developments in Nashik and Malegaon
• Investigative and feature-based storytelling

His work is based on field reporting, local sources, and verification through official information wherever applicable.

Awards & Recognition

Amit Bodke is a state-level award-winning journalist, recognised for his contribution to rural journalism and regional reporting.

Published Work

He is also the author of a book based on the Malegaon Bomb Blast, reflecting his engagement with investigative and case-based reporting.

Journalism Approach

His reporting approach emphasises:

• Ground-level fieldwork
• Source verification and factual accuracy
• Coverage of underreported regional issues
• Public-interest and accountability-focused journalism

Association with Sprouts News

At Sprouts News, Amit Bodke contributes investigative features and in-depth stories, particularly from Nashik and surrounding regions, bringing local issues to a wider audience.