Pratik Kashikar

Pratik Kashikar

Editor-in-Chief | Founder, Shivalaya Productions & Touch Gujarat

Pratik is a veteran journalist and the visionary Founder of Touch Gujarat and Shivalaya Productions. With a formidable career spanning 16 years in the media industry, he stands as a rare editorial leader who has mastered both the raw grit of the field and the strategic precision of the newsroom.

A Legacy of Field & Editorial Excellence

Pratik’s journey is backed by 12 years of extensive field reporting across Print, Digital, and Television journalism. Having spent over a decade at "Ground Zero," he possesses an intuitive understanding of the socio-political pulse of Gujarat. Complementing this is his 4 years of high-level Editorial experience, where he has shaped narratives, led investigative teams, and maintained the highest standards of journalistic ethics.

Specialist in Education & Political Landscapes

A specialist in Education and Politics, Pratik has spent years analyzing the policies that impact the future of the youth and the political shifts that define governance. His 16-year journey allows him to bridge the gap between complex political maneuvering and its real-world impact on the common citizen.

The Visionary behind 'Reality Dissection'

As the head of Shivalaya Productions, Pratik brings a cinematic depth to news delivery. At Touch Gujarat, he has pioneered the concept of "Reality Dissection." He believes that in an era of sensationalism, the audience deserves a post-mortem of the facts - delivering the "Naked Truth" that is often buried under manufactured headlines.

Command & Credibility

Leveraging his dual expertise in field reporting and editorial leadership, Pratik has built a reputation for fearlessness and integrity. Under his command, Touch Gujarat serves as an authoritative voice, dedicated to deep-dive analysis and grassroots-connected journalism.

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