Bhagwat S. Petkar
Senior Fact Checker Maharashtra DGIPR!
- Role
- Senior Fact Checker at Logically
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Bhagwat S. Petkar
With over nine years of experience in the Marathi media industry, I specialize in breaking news, translation, QA testing, and AI-driven tools. I also bring experience in Marathi fact-checking, ensuring accuracy, credibility, and verification of news and digital content.I have strong expertise in multimedia journalism, including reporting, content creation, interviews, and audience engagement through social media and podcasts. I have consistently delivered exclusive stories, maintained high editorial standards, and driven strong digital traffic.I am now seeking an opportunity to grow professionally, apply my skills in innovative ways, and contribute meaningfully to a mission-driven organization.
Experience
Senior Fact Checker
Feb 2026 — Present · Mumbai, IN
Key ResponsibilitiesMaharashtra DGIPR-Verified political claims, news reports, and viral content in Marathi across digital and traditional media-Conducted in-depth research using credible sources, official data, and fact-checking tools-Identified and debunked misinformation, disinformation, and misleading narratives-Analyzed political speeches, statements, and social media trends for accuracy and context-Translated and interpreted regional content to ensure clear and accurate understanding-Monitored real-time news and social media platforms to track emerging misinformation trends-Prepared detailed fact-check reports, summaries, and evidence-based insights-Ensured content compliance with editorial standards and ethical guidelines-Collaborated with research, editorial, and media teams to deliver accurate and timely outputs-Improved fact-checking processes by applying critical thinking and analytical frameworks
Education
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Communication and Media Studies
2009 — 2013
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Public Law
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Master In Journalism and Mass Communication, Journalism
2014 — 2016
Skills
- Web Content Writing
- Social Media Communications
- Digital Journalism
- Advertising
- Broadcast Journalism
- Marketing Strategy
- Management
- Subeditor
- Marketing Communications
- Journalism
- Team Management
- Market Research
- Editing
- Social Media
- Project Management
- Public Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Digital Media
- Web Editing
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