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Ajay Jadhav is an assistant editor at The Indian Express, Pune. With over 22 years of industry experience, he is a highly specialized journalist focused on the intersection of urban infrastructure, governance, and sustainability. Professional background: As Deputy Editor-in-Chief, he specializes in urban policy and its direct impact on citizens and plays a key role in the editorial direction of the Pune bureau. Education: Master’s degree in Communication and Journalism from Savitribai Phule Pune University and PG Diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). He also studied at the prestigious Ferguson University. Influential Reporting: He is credited with writing research-based articles on conservation organization employees (waste workers) that influenced national policy to improve working conditions. He is also known for highlighting the contrast between high-end infrastructure (such as helipads for leaders) and the lack of basic facilities such as local schools. Personal interests: An avid trekker and sports enthusiast, his personal interests in the outdoors are often reflected in his reporting on environmental protection and sustainable development. Recent Notable Articles (December 2025) His coverage for the second half of 2025 is dominated by the upcoming civic polls in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad in January 2026, and the city’s infrastructure boom. A detailed look at the bitter rivalry between Mahayuti’s partners as they prepare for the January 15 local body elections. “Pune Citizen Poll: Leadership switches to BJP, big blow to NCP, NCP(SP)” (December 20, 2025): Reports on poaching and party jumping, which are attracting attention ahead of elections. “Ajit Pawar’s NCP continues to dominate in Pune, winning 10 out of 17 local bodies” (December 21, 2025): Analysis of local body election results in the run-up to major civic polls. 2. Infrastructure and Urban Development “2026 Outlook: Pune to inaugurate long-awaited Hinjewadi to Shivajinagar metro line” (December 22, 2025): “Looking ahead” article on the major Metro Line 3 project, scheduled to be completed by March 2026. “Pune Construction: PMC to build double-decker bridge over Mulla Muta River” (December 18) 2025): Details of the mega project aimed at easing traffic between Hadapsar and Kaladi. “Condition of Pune-Kolhapur expressway to improve within a year: Gadkari” (December 4, 2025): Report on Union Minister’s commitment for one of the state’s most important transport corridors. 3. Civic Governance and Environment “Installing sensors, LED indicators on construction sites within 15 days: PMC to builders” (December 16, 2025): The sequel to the “Breathless Pune” series reports on new obligations for builders to monitor air quality in real time. “Errors in electoral rolls: PMC corrects data for 92,466 voters” (December 16, 2025): Tracks administration efforts to clean up voter rolls ahead of 2026 elections. Signature Style Ajay Jadhav is known for his responsible journalism. His work often bridges the gap between high-level policy and the ‘ground zero’ reality of Pune residents. He has a particular focus on sustainable development, and as Pune grows into a ‘Bharat Mandapam’ style destination (see his report on the Lohegaon project), he seeks to ensure that its environmental and social safeguards remain intact. X (Twitter): @ajay_khape … Read more