Dainik Gomantak
Dainik Gomantak (Marathi: Dainik, meaning daily / Sanskrit: Gomantak, meaning most fertile land) is a Goa-based Marathi-language newspaper. The publication started in the year 1962 on March 24. The coastal state was previously known as Gomantak and renamed to Goa during the Portuguese rule. The publication earlier belonged to the Chowgule Industry group, and was later acquired by the Sakal Media Group. It is the second-largest circulated Marathi newspaper in Goa, India.
Today, Dainik Gomantak has expanded its horizon by taking on digital media. The publication, apart from the newspaper, now also operates as a website. The daily has a circulation in cities such as Panaji[1], Vasco[2], Mapusa[3], Madgaon[4], Goa P.O and Ponda[5]. The annual circulation approximately stands at 1.6 million. The ideology of the newspaper resonates with the people and is almost synonymous to the word newspaper. Dainik Gomantak has always aimed to maintain a balance between the government and its people.
History
The inception of the newspaper[6] dates back to the year 1962. When Goa became an independent state, Dainik Gomantak contributed towards creating a liberal mindset among the readers. It has always stuck to its moral by never considering journalism journalism as a business. Today, even after the management has changed, Dainik Gomantak is still moving ahead in its journey with the Sakal media group by following its great legacy. The reason behind the paper being a success lies in its ideology. Dainik Gomantak has always focused on bringing truth to the forefront, working towards the welfare of the people.
In the year 1964, when Goa separated from Maharashtra, Dainik Gomantak supported the people's referendum and played a role in liberating Goa. Madhav Gadkari, the editor during this period, worked hard for the daily's success. During his era, Dainik Gomantak reached the readers of Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg too. He was a pioneer in making Dainik Gomantak a trustworthy source of information.
Datta Saraf, Waman Radhakrishna, Narayan Athavale were the successors of Madhav Gadkari. Editor Narayan Athavale significantly contributed towards social work in Goa. Establishment of ‘Marathi Akadami’ is the result of Narayan Athavale’s efforts. He also started school for the blind and handicap. Chandrakant Ghorpade became the editor of Dainik Gomantak after Narayan Athavale. Editor Chandrakant Ghorpade, played a major role in bringing relief to the victims of Killari earthquake in Latur district of Maharashtra. He also built homes for Blind Shetekar Brothers. The subsequent editor Sharad Karkhanis, continued this legacy by helping Gujarat earthquake victims and contributing to the cause.
Social Initiatives
Through Gomantak Dnyan Prabodhini guidance has been provided to the students and youth. Dainik Gomantak organizes programs for social enlightenment and social awareness. Gomantak raised its voice through various events such as:
1. Fund collection for Madkai Boat accident
2. Lokvishwas Pratishthan
3. Marathi Akadami
4. Marathi Bhawan
5. Earthquake funds
6. Investigation in the Cricket scam
7. Building public toilets
8. Molestation case of Minister Dayanand Narvekar
9. Providing homes to homeless people
Dainik Gomantak is still working to flourish vision and prosperity of Goa
Digital Wave
Keeping with the trend, Dainik Gomantak has now shifted to digital platforms and begun developing an eminent presence. The publisher reaches out to people through various avenues such as Website, Epaper, Instagram, Facebook and Youtube.
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