Sakal Media Group (SMG), one of AP Globale’s portfolio companies, has released a corporate performance update highlighting continued scale and traction across its platforms in Maharashtra and for the wider Marathi speaking audience globally.
In print, SMG reported average circulation for Sakal at approximately 1.14 million copies (ABC, Jan–June 2025). In digital, the Group referenced approximately 16.7 million online readers for eSakal.com (Comscore MMX Multi-Platform, July 2025, custom list). Together, these metrics reflect the continued strength of SMG’s flagship brands across both offline and online consumption.
The update also referenced performance indicators for SMG’s broadcast property, Saam TV News, citing the channel’s standing in key markets including Mumbai and Maharashtra overall, alongside a 14.8% relative share (BARC MAHA News, Week 35’25). In parallel, SMG highlighted the scale of its Events & Exhibitions business, reporting 300+ events, exhibitions and activations, 10+ million participants and attendees, and 25+ marquee events annually, created in collaboration with regional and national brand partners.
Commenting on the milestone, Uday Jadhav, CEO of Sakal Media Group, said:
“Across print, digital, broadcast, and on ground experiences, our focus is consistent execution – credibility with audiences, relevance in a fast-changing media environment, and measurable value for partners. These results reflect the strength of our teams and the trust Sakal’s platforms continue to earn. We remain committed to building high-quality ecosystems that serve Maharashtra and the global Marathi community.”
This update reinforces Sakal Media Group’s position as a diversified media platform with strong distribution across formats – combining reach, frequency and community engagement for audiences, advertisers, and institutional partners.
Sources referenced by Sakal Media Group: ABC (Audit Bureau of Circulation) Jan–June 2025; Comscore MMX Multi-Platform July 2025; BARC MAHA News Week 35’25.
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About Sakal Media Group
Sakal Media Group is one of India’s most trusted regional media institutions, with a legacy of credible journalism and a growing portfolio of platforms spanning news, digital publishing, events, and knowledge-led ecosystems.
