Unmesh Gujarathi

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

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Girgaon Power Outages Draw Review by Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Snehal Tendulkar.

The Girgaon power supply crisis has triggered direct intervention from Mangal Prabhat…

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Thane Social Forestry Corruption Allegations Trigger ACB, EOW Probe Demand.

The Thane Social Forestry corruption allegations have intensified after complaints claimed that…

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Shaina NC Gets Key Shiv Sena Role Amid National Expansion Push.

Shaina NC has been appointed as Shiv Sena’s In-Charge National Secretary for…

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₹500 Crore Investment Scam Probe Deepens After Priti Rane Arrest.

The alleged ₹500 crore investment scam investigation intensified after Priti Sachin Rane…

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Maharashtra Transport Tenders Under Scrutiny as Court Stays Work Orders.

The Bombay High Court has raised serious concerns regarding Maharashtra’s transport tender…

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Thane Probe Targets Alleged Interstate Diesel Smuggling Network.

A joint operation by Thane Crime Branch Unit-1 and the Food Distribution…

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Maharashtra Christian Groups Plan Protest Over Church Attack Claims.

Christian organisations across Maharashtra have announced a protest march at Azad Maidan…

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Fr Barthol Machado Event Sparks Questions in Mumbai Catholic Community.

The Fr Barthol Machado controversy has intensified within Mumbai’s Catholic community after…

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MHADA Redevelopment Approvals Face Scrutiny Over Rustamjee Projects.

The MHADA–Rustamjee redevelopment controversy has intensified after complaints, court-linked records, and representations…

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FDA Raids Target Patanjali Medicines Over Alleged Misleading Claims.

The Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration intensified regulatory enforcement after seizing medicines…

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