Abhay Mokashi

Senior Political Journalist, Journalism Professor

Indian

Quick Info

ProfessionSenior Political Journalist, Journalism Professor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth03/05/1957
Age68 years (died on 02, May, 2026)
Date of Death02/05/2026

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Biography
  • Abhay Mokashi built his reputation as a senior political journalist and later also became a journalism professor, known for reporting and teaching.
  • He was involved in a significant investigation into a marks tampering case involving the daughter of then Maharashtra Chief Minister Shivajirao Patil Nilangekar.
  • His report on the marks tampering case created strong political pressure leading to the resignation of Chief Minister Nilangekar.
  • Abhay later worked as political editor at Mid-Day and also wrote as a columnist for The Free Press Journal.
  • He taught at various institutions, including Harkisan Mehta Foundation Institute of Journalism and Mass Communication (HMFIJMA) and Xavier Institute of Communications (XIC).

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 10" (178 cm)
Eye ColourBlack
Hair ColourGrey

Relationships & More

Marital Status (at the time of death)Widower

Family

Wife/SpouseSaroj (deceased)
Parents
Father(Chief Passport Officer in Mumbai) (deceased)
Mother(Deceased)
Siblings
  • 2
  • 0

Career

Media Associations
  • Mid-Day
  • The Indian Express
  • The Free Press Journal

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Abhay was fond of classical music and kitchen gardening.
2. He battled terminal-stage stomach cancer and non-alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver before his death.
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