Ameya Sathaye
Founder, Editor-in-Chief & Media Entrepreneur
Founder of Sarkaritel.com and DiplomacyIndia.com
25+ Years in Media, Public Policy, Diplomacy & Government Affairs
International Election Observer | Global Conference Delegate
Profile at a Glance
| Profile Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Ameya Sathaye |
| Profession | Journalist, Media Entrepreneur & Publisher |
| Position | Founder & Editor-in-Chief |
| Experience | 25+ Years |
| Founded Organisation | SarkariTel.com (Started in 2000) |
| Founder | DiplomacyIndia.com (Started in 2014) |
| Coverage Areas | Governance • Public Policy • Diplomacy • Infrastructure • Defence • Railways • Aviation • Telecommunications • Energy |
| International Assignments | Election Observer, Diplomatic Conferences, Global Forums |
| Countries Visited | USA, United Kingdom, Germany, Poland, Australia, New Zealand, China, Taiwan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Indonesia, Singapore and others |
| International Roles | Election Observer, Global Conference Delegate, Public Diplomacy Advocate |
| Major Initiative | Jal Yodha Samman (An Intiative to Promote Water Conservation and Protect Environment |
| Audience Reach | Readers from more than 155 Countries |
| Information Repository | More than 100,000 pages of information and news content |
Notable International Engagements
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2007 | World Hindi Conference, New York |
| 2008 | National Development Course, Taiwan |
| 2014 | International Election Observer – Uzbekistan Parliamentary Elections |
| 2014 | International Election Observer – Uzbekistan Presidential Elections |
| 2015 | World Internet Conference, Wuzhen, China |
| 2016 | International Election Observer – Uzbekistan Presidential Elections |
About Ameya Sathaye
Ameya Sathaye is a veteran media professional, entrepreneur and publisher with more than 25 years of experience in journalism, public policy communication, government affairs, diplomacy, infrastructure and international relations.
As the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of SarkariTel.com, he has dedicated his career to providing reliable, constructive and information-rich coverage of government policies, public sector undertakings, infrastructure development, defence, telecommunications, civil aviation, railways, energy and technology initiatives in India and abroad.
Launched in 2001, SarkariTel.com has evolved into one of India’s leading government information and news portals. What began as a pioneering effort to create an accessible repository of government information has today grown into a comprehensive platform containing over 100,000 pages of valuable content.
The portal serves readers from more than 155 countries and is widely used by policymakers, diplomats, business leaders, researchers, journalists and citizens seeking information on government institutions, ministries, public sector enterprises and administrative structures.
Ameya Sathaye firmly believes in constructive journalism that informs, educates and contributes positively to public discourse while supporting national development and global engagement.
International Exposure and Global Engagement
Throughout his professional career, Ameya Sathaye has travelled extensively and participated in numerous international conferences, diplomatic forums, election observation missions and policy dialogues across the world.
His international engagements include visits to:
- United States of America
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- Poland
- Australia
- New Zealand
- China
- Taiwan
- Kazakhstan
- Uzbekistan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Tajikistan
- Indonesia
- Singapore
These international experiences have provided him with valuable insights into governance, diplomacy, economic development, international cooperation and public policy frameworks across different regions of the world.
Founder of DiplomacyIndia.com
Building upon the success of SarkariTel.com, Ameya Sathaye conceptualised and launched DiplomacyIndia.com, a pioneering media initiative focused on India’s diplomatic engagement with the world.
The platform was established to provide comprehensive information on India’s foreign policy, diplomatic initiatives, bilateral relations, trade partnerships, cultural exchanges, connectivity projects and international cooperation efforts.
DiplomacyIndia.com seeks to complement public diplomacy initiatives by creating awareness about India’s engagement with other countries and promoting informed discussions on diplomatic, economic and strategic issues.
The platform was formally launched in 2015 in the presence of Union Ministers, Ambassadors, Academics, Diplomats and Government Officials.
Today, DiplomacyIndia.com continues to serve as a bridge between foreign missions, policymakers, researchers, business communities and citizens interested in international affairs and diplomacy.
Commitment to Water Conservation
SarkariTel.com has consistently supported initiatives that contribute to national development and social awareness.
Inspired by the vision of water conservation and sustainable resource management, Ameya Sathaye led SarkariTel.com’s collaboration with the National Water Mission under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India.
The organisation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Water Mission to promote awareness and public participation in water conservation initiatives across the country.
Jal Yodha Samman Initiative
Ameya Sathaye is also the founder of the prestigious Jal Yodha Samman initiative, which recognises and honours individuals and organisations making significant contributions towards water conservation and sustainable water management.
Since its inception, Jal Yodha Samman has become an important platform celebrating water conservation champions from India and around the world.
The initiative has received support from:
- NITI Aayog
- Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Ministry of Rural Development
- National Jal Jeevan Mission
- National Water Mission
- UNOPS
- IIT Roorkee
- Embassy of Finland
- Embassy of Denmark
- Embassy of Israel
Multiple editions of Jal Yodha Samman have successfully been organised, bringing together policymakers, researchers, water experts, innovators and conservationists committed to sustainable water management.
Areas of Expertise
- Governance and Public Policy
- Diplomacy and International Relations
- Government Communications
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Infrastructure Development
- Telecommunications
- Civil Aviation
- Railways and Transportation
- Defence and Strategic Affairs
- Power and Energy Sector
- Technology and Innovation
- Water Conservation and Sustainable Development
Editorial Philosophy
Ameya Sathaye believes that journalism should serve as a constructive force for society by providing accurate, credible and balanced information.
Through SarkariTel.com and DiplomacyIndia.com, he continues to promote informed discussions on governance, diplomacy, development, sustainability, innovation and nation-building while supporting meaningful engagement between governments, institutions, businesses and citizens.
His mission remains focused on creating knowledge platforms that contribute positively to public awareness, policy understanding and international cooperation.
International Exposure and Global Engagement
Throughout his career, Ameya Sathaye has travelled extensively and participated in numerous international conferences, diplomatic forums, election observation missions, and policy dialogues across the world.
His international engagements include visits to:
- United States
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- Poland
- Australia
- New Zealand
- China
- Taiwan
- Kazakhstan
- Uzbekistan
- Kyrgyzstan
- Tajikistan
- Indonesia
- Singapore
Among his notable international assignments:
- Participated in the World Hindi Conference in New York (2007) under the aegis of India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
- Attended the prestigious National Development Course (NDC) sponsored by the Republic of China (Taiwan) in 2008.
- Nominated by the Embassy of Uzbekistan in India as an International Election Observer for Parliamentary and Presidential Elections in Uzbekistan.
- Participated in multiple international conferences and policy forums in Uzbekistan, including programmes organised by the Ecological Movement of Uzbekistan.
- Invited by the Embassy of China in New Delhi to participate in the World Internet Conference 2015 held in Wuzhen, China.
Founder of DiplomacyIndia.com
Building upon the success of SarkariTel.com, Ameya Sathaye conceptualised and launched DiplomacyIndia.com, a unique media initiative dedicated to India’s diplomatic engagement with the world.
DiplomacyIndia.com seeks to complement public diplomacy efforts by providing insights into India’s foreign policy, bilateral relations, trade partnerships, strategic cooperation, tourism, cultural exchanges, connectivity, and people-to-people interactions.
Since its launch in 2015, the platform has emerged as an important forum for dialogue involving diplomats, policymakers, academics, industry leaders, and international stakeholders.
Public Awareness and Social Impact
Beyond journalism and media entrepreneurship, Ameya Sathaye has actively promoted public awareness campaigns on sustainable development and water conservation.
Under his leadership, SarkariTel.com entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Water Mission, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, to promote water conservation awareness.
He is also the driving force behind the prestigious Jal Yodha Samman, an initiative recognising outstanding contributions in water conservation and sustainable water management.
The programme has been organised with the support of institutions including:
- NITI Aayog
- Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Ministry of Rural Development
- National Jal Jeevan Mission
- National Water Mission
- UNOPS
- IIT Roorkee
- Embassy of Finland
- Embassy of Denmark
- Embassy of Israel
Areas of Expertise
- Government Policies & Governance
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Diplomacy & International Relations
- Infrastructure & Connectivity
- Telecommunications & Digital India
- Defence & Strategic Affairs
- Energy & Power Sector
- Civil Aviation
- Railways & Transport
- Sustainable Development
- Water Conservation Initiatives
Editorial Philosophy
Ameya Sathaye believes in constructive journalism that informs, educates, and contributes positively to public discourse. Through SarkariTel.com and DiplomacyIndia.com, he continues to promote informed discussion on governance, diplomacy, development, innovation, sustainability, and nation-building.
“Through SarkariTel.com and DiplomacyIndia.com, Ameya Sathaye continues to promote constructive journalism, informed public discourse, international engagement and sustainable development initiatives.”
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