PUNE — Regional media company Pudhari Publications Private Limited has appointed Rafique Pathan as Head of Digital Business, strengthening its leadership team as the publisher expands its digital footprint across Maharashtra.
Pathan joins Pudhari Publications following a nine-year tenure at Sakal Media Group, where he served as Digital Operations Lead and oversaw key product and digital transformation initiatives.
Executive Profile & Transition Overview
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Appointee: Rafique Pathan.
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New Role: Head – Digital Business, Pudhari Publications Private Limited.
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Previous Position: Digital Operations Lead at Sakal Media Group (2017–2026).
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Track Record: Held senior roles spanning product management, digital strategy, and operational scaling during his nearly decade-long tenure at Sakal.
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Strategic Objective: Spearheading growth, operational strategy, and platform expansion across Pudhari’s digital news ecosystem.
