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RAJ BHAVAN BLESSESFAKE PHD RACKET FLOURISHES

Unmesh Gujarathi
Last updated: September 13, 2022 8:28 am
Unmesh Gujarathi - Investigative Journalist
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Nowadays there is a bumper crop of the institutes awarding bogus PHDs in Maharashtra. The Mumbai cine stars, business tycoons, “Gulli” motivators, spiritual Gurus, illiterate elected representatives, so called social workers, vegetable vendors, auto rickshaw drivers and many more carry the tag of “Doctor” to their names by obtaining bogus honorary PhDs.

Off course, this clandestine business has been flourishing due to irresponsible behaviour of the Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari and touts operating in prestigious Raj Bhavan in sacroscant Maharashtra.

Madhu Krishna, the mastermind behind awarding bogus PhDs of fake universities and his coterie, gets a free and easy entry in Raj Bhavan. Krishnan has tied up with Ulhas Munagekar, the “Sachin Waze ”of Raj Bhavan with money deals.

Munagekar organises a breakfast meet with Koshyari and some time also coerces the Governor to felicitate such people. The “Sprouts” have been exposing these shady deals from day one. But there is hardly any effect and these nefarious activities go on. No action has been taken against the guilty till now.

Madhu Krishna claims to be the whole and sole of the American University, USA and other fake universities. He has also been claiming to be residing abroad. He has awarded the bogus PhDs to thousands of people including Pralhad Modi, brother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This thug has close relations with Munagekar from the very beginning.

Munagekar has ensured a place of honour in Raj Bhavan to Madhu Krishna and others involved in awarding bogus PhDs. Not only this, but Munagekar had also organised a program of awarding fake PhDs in Raj Bhavan. (The same Munagekar carries a clean image).

The Governor’s post is constitutional and the post of his secretary is also important. Basically Munagekar’s appointment as the Governor’s secretary is itself illegal. In future Madhu Krishna may be behind the bars and Ulhas Munagekar will be with him as his accomplice in the crime. But in such an eventuality the Raj Bhavan will get a bad name.

We are republishing the list of institutes involved in awarding bogus PhDs based on a request of our readers.

► The Open International University of complementary medicine, Sri Lanka

► University of America Hawaii and Inox International University

► Commonwealth Vocational University, Tonga

► University of South, America,

► Southwestern American University

► The American University, USA,

► Zorashtriyan University,

► Sorbonne University, France,

► Mahatma Gandhi Global peace Foundation (NGO)

► Empower Social and Education Trust (NGO).

► Nelson Mandela Nobel Award Academy – NGO

► Diplomatic Mission Global Peace – NGO

► Manav Bharti University (MBU) Himachal Pradesh

► Manav Bharti University, Solan

► Vinayaka Missions or Singhania.

► Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University from Kanpur

► American Heritage University of Southern California (AHUSC)

► Peace University

► Trinity World University, UK

► St. Mother Teresa University

► American University of Global Peace

► Jeeva Theological Open University

► World Peace Institute of United nations

► Global Human Peace University


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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.

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Phone: +91 9322755098
Email: unmeshgujarathi@gmail.com
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