Brief
Veteran Marathi journalist Uday Kulkarni dies at 74 in Kolhapur
Uday Kulkarni, noted for environmental activism and decades of Marathi journalism, died at his Kolhapur home after a prolonged battle with cancer.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Veteran Marathi journalist, author and environmental activist Uday Kulkarni died on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at his residence in the Ambai Tank area of Kolhapur, TimesNowNews reported.
What happened
Kulkarni, 74, succumbed to a prolonged battle with cancer. His death occurred just days before the scheduled launch of his autobiography, titled Khalal. The announcement came from the TimesNowNews article, which noted that his passing left the local journalistic community in mourning.
What the reports add
The source highlighted Kulkarni’s long‑standing association with several Marathi publications, including Keshi, Maharashtra Times, Loksatta, Sakal, Lokmat and Navakal. It also detailed his environmental work, citing campaigns for the conservation of Rankala Lake, the pollution of the Panchganga River, and biodiversity protection in the Western Ghats. Additionally, the article mentioned his involvement with the Narmada Bachao Andolan and his receipt of the Vasundhara Lifetime Achievement Award for environmental awareness.
What was said
Veteran journalist Vasant Bhosale is quoted in the piece as recalling Kulkarni’s versatility, saying his understanding spanned climate change, noise pollution and international politics. Bhosale also remembered Kulkarni’s early travels through the Western Ghats, which deepened his ecological insight.
How it came about
Kulkarni, originally from Kavalikatti near the Maharashtra‑Karnataka border, built his reputation on investigative reporting that prioritized sustained attention over fleeting headlines. He later served as president of the Kolhapur Press Club, strengthening his ties to the regional media community. His career blended journalism with activism, a pattern reflected in his numerous articles on social, political and ecological issues.
Key facts
- Uday Kulkarni died on Oct. 15, 2026, at age 74 in Kolhapur. (timesnownews.com)
- He died after a prolonged battle with cancer. (timesnownews.com)
- His autobiography 'Khalal' was set to be released days after his death. (timesnownews.com)
- Kulkarni worked with Marathi publications including Kesari, Maharashtra Times, Loksatta, Sakal, Lokmat and Navakal. (timesnownews.com)
- He received the Vasundhara Lifetime Achievement Award for environmental work. (timesnownews.com)
Sources
- [1] timesnownews.com — originally reported as “Veteran Journalist and Author Uday Kulkarni Dies In Kolhapur”
