SANDIP KALE

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Sandip Kale (full name: Sandeep Ramrao Kale) is an Indian journalist, author, editor, and global media leader. He is widely recognized for his fearless journalism, extensive literary work, and for founding the international journalist organization Voice of Media (VOM International Forum), which operates across more than 78 countries.

He is regarded as one of the most influential figures in contemporary Indian journalism and global media advocacy.

Early Life

Sandip Kale hails from Patnur village in the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India. His early exposure to rural life, social realities, and public issues shaped his deep interest in journalism, literature, and social systems.

Education

Sandip Kale holds strong academic credentials in media and management:

  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
  • Master of Arts in Mass Communication and Journalism (M.A.M.C.J.)
  • Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Journalistic Career

Active in journalism since 1999, Sandip Kale began his professional journey as a reporter with Dainik Lokmat in Nanded, Maharashtra. Over the years, he has worked across multiple roles including Reporter, Editor, Editor-Director, Chief Editor, and Group Editor-in-Chief.

He has served with more than 15 newspapers and 6 television news channels across India.

Newspaper and Media Associations

  • Dainik Lokmat – Reporter
  • Weekly Lokashray – Editor
  • Dainik Sakal – Editor
  • Evening Daily Sanjwarta – Chief Correspondent
  • Dainik Prahaar – Marathwada Special Representative
  • Dainik Udyacha Marathwada – News Editor
  • Dainik Gaonkari – Correspondent
  • Dainik Lokpatra & Evening Lokpatra – Editor
  • Dainik Shasan Samrat – Editor Director
  • Dainik Agrovan – Correspondent
  • Mahasagar Media Group – Group Editor-in-Chief

Television News Channels

  • Saam TV – Coordinating Editor
  • IBN Lokmat – Reporter
  • IBN 7 – Reporter
  • Jai Maharashtra TV – Reporter

Columns and Television Programs

Sandip Kale has authored several long-running and record-setting newspaper columns, including:

  • Bhramanti Live (Sunday column – 15 consecutive years, World Record)
  • Woman Power (Daily column – World Record)

He has also contributed to and hosted notable television programs such as:

  • Ground Report
  • Youngistan
  • Ya Chalvaliche Pudhe Kay
  • Aata Pudhe Kay

Media Leadership

Sandip Kale is the Founder and International President of Voice of Media (VOM International Forum), one of the world’s largest journalist organizations.

Under his leadership:

  • VOM operates in over 78 countries
  • More than 470,000 journalists are connected globally
  • The organization works on journalist health, children’s education, housing rights, skill development, and rehabilitation of retired journalists

He also serves as:

  • Group Editor-in-Chief – Mahasagar Media Group
  • Chief Editor Director – Dream Work Solution (global research and analysis organization)

Literary Contributions

Sandip Kale is the author and translator of over 80 books published in Marathi, Hindi, and English.

His translated work “12th Fail” became the foundation for the critically acclaimed Indian film *12th Fail*, which gained national and international recognition and reached the Oscars.

His writings span journalism, social reform, literature, motivation, media ethics, and public discourse.

Academic and Teaching Career

Sandip Kale has made significant contributions as an educator in journalism:

  • Professor – MGM College of Journalism
  • Professor – Rajiv Gandhi Journalism College
  • Head of Department – Vivekananda Journalism College, Nanded
  • Guest Faculty –
  • Mumbai University (Department of Journalism)
  • Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University
  • Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University

He has taught Print Media, Electronic Media, and Public Relations, mentoring thousands of students now working in leading media organizations across India.

Social and Cultural Initiatives

  • Founder President – Muktai Sevadal Foundation (nationwide social service organization)
  • Founder – Aparampaar Maharaj Patnur Gad Sansthan for heritage and environmental conservation
  • Active contributor to rural development, youth empowerment, and cultural preservation initiatives

Awards and Recognition

Sandip Kale has received hundreds of state, national, and international awards, including:

  • Maharashtra Gaurav Award
  • Acharya Balshastri Jambhekar Award
  • Maharashtra Patrakar Ratna Award
  • State Editor Award
  • Sahitya Ratna Award
  • Marathwada Bhushan Award

He has been honored with more than 300 awards for journalism, literature, education, and social service.

Global Presence

Sandip Kale has traveled to 38 countries across Asia, Europe, America, Africa, and Australia, contributing to global discussions on journalism ethics, media freedom, and cross-cultural understanding.

External Links

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