Shalmali Bhagwat, a Pune resident hailing from the vibrant state of Maharashtra, India, works with the Indian Express digital department. Shalmali's role involves co-ordination between Pune and Noida desk along with the daily tasks involving the website. She has completed her Bachelors in History from Fergusson College, Pune and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism from Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. Shalmali's contributions primarily focus on the "Hidden Stories" city hook for the Pune section, where she uncovers the lesser-known narratives that the city of Pune conceals. Her journalistic interests span history, art, culture, and environmental issues, making her a well-rounded and insightful writer who continually seeks to enrich her readers' perspectives on Pune's multifaceted identity. She is available on Instagram, Linkedin and Twitter