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Sakal Media Group

Q: When was Sakal Media Group founded?

Sakal Media Group was founded in 1932. The company has been operating for 92 years primarily in the Media & Entertainment sector .

Q: Where is the Sakal Media Group headquarters located?

Sakal Media Group is headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra and has an office in Pune

Q: How many employees does Sakal Media Group have in India?

Sakal Media Group currently has more than 3,700+ employees in India. Marketing & Communication department appears to have the highest employee count in Sakal Media Group based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.

Q: Does Sakal Media Group have good work-life balance?

Sakal Media Group has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.7 out of 5 based on 100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 67% employees rated Sakal Media Group 4 or above, while 33% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Sakal Media Group work-life balance reviews for more details

Q: Is Sakal Media Group good for career growth?

Career growth at Sakal Media Group is rated as poor, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 2.8. 33% employees rated Sakal Media Group 3 or below on promotions/appraisal. This rating reflects a negative sentiment among employees for career growth. We recommend reading Sakal Media Group promotions/appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.

Q: What are the cons of working in Sakal Media Group?

Working at Sakal Media Group does have some drawbacks that potential employees should consider. The company is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal and salary & benefits , based on 100+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.

3.9

based on 109 Reviews

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Company Summary

The Sakal media group is the largest independently owned media business in Maharashtra. The group-owned newspapers and magazines in Marathi and English have a combined readership of over 14 million.

Overall Rating

3.9/5

based on 109 reviews

25% above

industry average

Critically rated for

Promotions/Appraisal, Salary & Benefits

Key Factors to Consider

2.9

Salary & Benefits

3.5

Job Security

3.7

Work-Life Balance

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Work Policy

Monday to Saturday

81% employees reported

Strict timing

56% employees reported

Within city

48% employees reported

Day shift

91% employees reported

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Top Employees Benefits

Job/Soft skill training

8 employees reported

Health insurance

6 employees reported

Office cab/shuttle

4 employees reported

Professional degree assistance

2 employees reported

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About Sakal Media Group

Founded in1932 (92 yrs old)

India Employee Count1k-5k

Global Employee Count1k-5k

India HeadquartersPune, Maharashtra, India

Office Locations

Pune

Websitesakalmediagroup.com

Primary Industry

Media & Entertainment

Other Industries

Financial Services

Established in 1932, the Sakal Media Group is the largest independently owned media business in Maharashtra. Headquartered in the educational and cultural capital of the state – Pune, the Sakal Media Group owns and operates newspapers and magazines in Marathi as well as English with a circulation across Maharashtra and Goa. The Group also has interests in digital media, event management services, commercial printing and also runs a regional television channel. With a workforce of over 3500 and a vendor network that exceeds 25,000, the Sakal Media Group is a people-focused organization with an open and vibrant work environment offering scope for advancement and growth. Guided by the philosophy of ‘Social First’ all group initiatives are guided by their potential for social impact and transformation.

Mission: To Increase the Standard of Life. To Increase the Standard of Mental and Physical Well-being. To Increase the Standard of Financial Security.

Vision: Sakal Media Group’s vision is for sustainable, equitable and measurable socio economic growth and transformation through all its businesses.

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