MUMBAI — Veteran media professional Ritwik Bhalekar has joined major news network NDTV as Deputy Editor, stepping into a strategic editorial role within the broadcaster’s Mumbai bureau.
The appointment strengthens the news channel’s regional and national reporting capabilities across key Maharashtra political, economic, and civic beats.
Professional Profile & Career Journey
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Editorial Expansion: In his new role as Deputy Editor, Bhalekar will operate out of Mumbai, leading key reporting assignments and high-profile news coverage for NDTV.
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Prior Tenure: He moves to NDTV following a nearly four-year stint with TV Today Network, where he served as Associate Editor across its flagship channels, including India Today, Aaj Tak, and digital portal Mumbai Tak.
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Industry Experience: With a distinguished career spanning nearly 16 years in broadcast and digital journalism, Bhalekar brings extensive ground-reporting and newsroom leadership experience to the organization.
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Academic Background: He holds a degree in journalism from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, and a Master’s degree in Communication from Pune University.
