Is Riyo Advertising an authorised Hitavada booking partner?

Yes — booking The Hitavada since 2003, over 10,000 ads across our client base, 4.8/5 average rating.

The Hitavada Advertising · Since 2003

Book Your The Hitavada Ad Online

Book your The Hitavada ad online in classified, display, recruitment, matrimonial, obituary, property, and public notice categories — at 15–35% below counter rates , guaranteed, with free ad drafting and a proof before print. Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 and get a confirmed rate within 30 minutes.

1911

Founded by Gopal Krishna Gokhale

2 Lakh+

Daily Circulation

Editions Covered

10,000+

Ads Booked Since 2003

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The Hitavada

2026 Ad Rates

Save Up To

35%

Nagpur Edition

Rates From (B&W)

₹400 /Sq.cm

Jabalpur / Raipur / Bhopal

Rates From (B&W)

₹175 /Sq.cm

Agency Rate

Below Counter Rate

Up to 35%

Same-Day Release

Urgent tender or legal notice? Call 9821984000 — priority desk for urgent statutory notices.

The Hitavada Editions

Nagpur (primary hub, highest readership) · Jabalpur · Raipur · Bhopal

Quick Quote

Get Your Rate — Category, Edition, Date

Tell us three things, and you'll have an exact price in minutes: your ad category , your edition , and your publication date. No need to dig through rate tables — call or WhatsApp 9821984000 with these three details, and we'll quote your The Hitavada ad rate on the spot, confirmed within 30 minutes on working days.

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The Hitavada 2026

Most Requested Combinations

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Classified Text

Matrimonial

₹300 onwards

Next available Sunday

Classified Display

Recruitment

₹150 onwards

Wed/Sun strongest

Same Day

Obituary

Concessional Rate

Priority Hotline

Classified Display

Property

₹150 onwards

Next available Sat or Sun

Display

Public Notice / Tender

Nagpur ₹400 / sq.cm

Others ₹175 / sq.cm

2–3 working days

Display

Main Paper Display

Nagpur ₹400 / sq.cm

Others ₹175 / sq.cm

2–7 working days

Note: Nagpur rates run significantly higher than Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal — the three smaller editions share a uniform lower rate. Confirm your exact edition figure before booking.

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*Indicative starting rates based on the supplied The Hitavada 2026 tariff information. Final cost may vary by category, edition, size, publication date and applicable newspaper rate. Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 for the exact current rate.

Print Advertising

Why The Hitavada Still Works in 2026

Print advertising isn't competing with digital for attention — it's winning a different kind of attention entirely.

Print advertising

Nobody skips a print ad.

A digital ad gets a two-second glance between notifications, if it isn't blocked outright. A The Hitavada reader spends real time with the paper — your newspaper ad is part of what they're already paying attention to.

Over a century of institutional trust.

The Hitavada was founded in 1911 by freedom fighter Gopal Krishna Gokhale and carries maximum credibility for government announcements, legal public notices, NCLT disclosures, and recruitment listings. Legal, tender, and corporate disclosures published here have immediate compliance authority.

Nobody skips a print ad.

The English newspaper of record across three states.

The Hitavada is accepted by government departments, PSUs, and legal practitioners across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh — the default choice for statutory notices and tender invitations in Central India.

Target Central India without tracking anyone.

Choose Nagpur, Jabalpur, Raipur, or Bhopal and reach that city specifically — no cookies, no consent banners, and no platform changing the rules next quarter.

Choose Your Ad Format

Every Way to Advertise in The Hitavada

Classified Text Ads

Plain running-text ads in the classifieds section, billed per line, minimum 5 lines.

Best For

Matrimonial ads · Obituary ads · Name change notices · Share certificate lost · Vacant situation listings

From ₹300 onwards, edition-dependent.

Classified Display Ads

Photo, logo, color, and custom typography within the classifieds section — charged per square centimeter, minimum 3×5 cm.

Best For

Property ads · Recruitment ads · Business ads · Education ads · Institutional matrimonial

From ₹150 onwards, edition-dependent.

Main Paper Display Ads

Premium placement beside news and editorial content, billed per sq. cm.

Best For

Brand campaigns · Retail · Auto · Real estate projects · BFSI corporate · Tenders

Nagpur: B&W ₹400 / Color ₹800 · Others: B&W ₹175 / Color ₹350

2026 Rate Card

The Hitavada Ad Rates 2026 — Full Rate Card

Rates below are effective in 2026, per edition. Every rate is quoted at agency terms — 15–35% below counter.

Our Rates

Up to 35% Below Counter Rate

Display Ad Rates

Per Sq.cm · Min Size 8×5 cm

Per Sq.cm

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Edition	Basic Rate B&W	Basic Rate Colour	Front Page B&W	Front Page Colour	Page 3 B&W	Page 3 Colour
Nagpur	₹400	₹800	₹1,000	₹2,000	₹600	₹1,200
Jabalpur	₹175	₹350	₹438	₹875	₹263	₹525
Raipur	₹175	₹350	₹438	₹875	₹263	₹525
Bhopal	₹175	₹350	₹438	₹875	₹263	₹525

Display Ad Dimensions & Cost Estimates

Cost formula: Width (cm) × Height (cm) × Rate (per sq.cm) = Total, excl. GST and agency discounts.

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Size	Dimensions	Nagpur B&W	Nagpur Colour	MP/CG B&W	MP/CG Colour	Best For
Minimum	4×5 cm (20 sq.cm)	₹8,000	₹16,000	₹3,500	₹7,000	Small service announcements, legal notice pointers
Standard	10×10 cm (100 sq.cm)	₹40,000	₹80,000	₹17,500	₹35,000	School admissions, local retailers, real estate listings
Quarter Page	12×20 cm (240 sq.cm)	₹96,000	₹1,92,000	₹42,000	₹84,000	Coaching institutes, recruitment drives, festive offers
Half Page	25×16 cm (400 sq.cm)	₹1,60,000	₹3,20,000	₹70,000	₹1,40,000	Real estate project launches, corporate announcements

Dynamic Package

The Front Page package rate for Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal editions is ₹9,665 — call to verify package details before booking, as this differs from the standard per-sq.cm calculation.

Better Booking Rates

What You Save vs. Counter Rate

Booking through Riyo consistently costs less than walking into a The Hitavada office and paying the published counter rate — with combined four-city bundle discounts and volume/frequency discounts automatically calculated.

Save Up To

35% vs counter

4 Editions Across Central India

Pick Your The Hitavada Edition

The Hitavada publishes from 4 editions across Central India, with Nagpur as the primary hub carrying the highest readership and Vidarbha reach. Every edition carries its own rate — call 9821984000 and we'll confirm the exact rate for your chosen edition before you finalise your booking.

The Hitavada Editions

4 editions · Central India

Nagpur

Maharashtra

Jabalpur

Madhya Pradesh

Raipur

Chhattisgarh

Bhopal

Madhya Pradesh

Every edition has its own rate card

Tell us your edition, ad category and publication date — we'll confirm the exact applicable rate.

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The Hitavada Supplements

Which The Hitavada Section Should Your Ad Run In?

The Hitavada runs several supplements across Nagpur and its regional editions. Booking the right section ensures maximum response.

Main Paper

Daily

Daily news pages

Best for display, public notices, and corporate brand campaigns.

City Line

Daily

Local city-centric

Best for Nagpur local retail promotions.

Knowledge Magazine

Weekly

Education & kids

Ideal for school and coaching class advertisements.

General Classifieds

Daily

All categories

Best for matrimonials, name change, and lost document notices.

Obituary Pages

Daily

Bereavement notices

Priority desk for same-day or next-day statutory release.

Career Plus

Mid-week

Recruitment

Recruitment supplement for appointments across Central India.

Not Sure Which Section?

Tell us your category and target city. We'll recommend the right section and publication day.

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The Hitavada Audience

Who You're Reaching

The Hitavada is the leading English daily in Central India, which is requested by name by advertisers. It establishes in 1911 by the freedom fighter Gopal Krishna Gokhale and is used in Nagpur, Jabalpur, Bhopal, and Raipur, and has the utmost credibility for government announcements, legal public notices, NCLT disclosures, and recruitment listings.

2 Lakh+ Circulation

Across 4 editions

Active Readers

Teachers, professionals, doctors, executives

Statutory Authority

Government & legal notices accepted

High Intent

Recruitment, property, public notice

It has a circulation of more than 2 lakhs per day and is circulated among teachers, professionals, doctors, and executives in government and industrial cities of Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. This is because Nagpur is the main city and has the highest number of readers and Vidarbha reach so it is no surprise that the categories of recruitment, property, and public notice are always popular here.

Nagpur Edition

Primary hub — highest readership and Vidarbha reach. Premium rates.

Jabalpur / Raipur / Bhopal

~2.3 times lower cost. Cost-effective for campaigns targeting MP/CG markets.

Simple Booking Process

How to Book — Rate, Compose, Confirm

No login. No office visit. Simply get your rate, send your ad details and confirm your booking.

Decide the Rate

Get Your Quote

Call or WhatsApp 9821984000 with your category, target editions, and date. We quote you the official agency rates with all applicable discounts. Combined four-city bundle discounts and volume/frequency discounts are automatically calculated.

No Login 30 Min Quote

Draft the Ad

Compose or Send Your Ad

Send a rough draft to info@riyoadvertising.com or WhatsApp. We write, format, and design it the way the paper expects. Obituary: photo of the deceased plus free artwork. Name change: legal wording drafted from your affidavit photocopy. You get a proof before publication.

WhatsApp / Email Proof Before Print

Release It

Pay & Confirm

Pay by UPI, NEFT, card, or cheque. Receive instant confirmation, reference number, and GST invoice. Your ad prints on the chosen date, and a scanned PDF tearsheet lands in your email after publication as legal proof.

UPI / NEFT GST Invoice

Ready to Book?

Get Your The Hitavada Ad Rate

Share your category and city — we'll help with the rest.

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Booking Deadlines at a Glance

Standard classified and display — confirm with media desk.

Standard Classified / Display

Confirm with media desk

Public Notice / Tender

2–3 working days

Front page/jacket notices: 5–7 days

Urgent Obituary / Legal

Priority hotline

Sample Ad Formats

Copy and Adapt — The Hitavada

These formats match what The Hitavada's classified section expects. Replace the bracketed details with yours.

Recruitment role, location, salary first

WANTED: [Job Title] for [Company/Organisation], [Nagpur/Jabalpur/Raipur/Bhopal]. Experience: [X] years. Qualification: [Degree/Diploma]. Salary: ₹[Range]. Apply with a resume to [Email/Phone] by [Date].

Property lead with locality, configuration

FOR SALE/RENT: [BHK] Flat/Villa, [Sq.ft], [Locality], [City]. [Amenities/Floor]. Price: ₹[Amount]. Contact: [Phone]

Matrimonial community, age, education, profession

[Community] family seeks alliance for [son/daughter], [Age] yrs, [Education/Profession]. Contact: [Phone/Email]

Public Notice / Tender document & objection window

NOTICE is hereby given that [Subject Matter — e.g. Tender Invitation / Name Change / Property Title]. Reference: [Document/Tender No.]. Any person having claim or objection, or interested party, may contact [Name/Advocate/Department] at [Address] within [X] days of publication.

Obituary name, age, date, prayer details

[Name], beloved [relation], passed away peacefully on [Date], aged [Age]. Deeply mourned by [family members]. Prayer/Memorial meet: [Date, Time, Venue].

Publication Planning

Best Day to Advertise — By Category

Choose the publication day that best matches reader intent and booking deadlines.

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Category	Best Day	Why	Deadline
Recruitment	All days (Wed & Sun strongest)	Steady response for corporate and government hiring; education, healthcare, and professional roles skew stronger Wed/Sun	Confirm with media desk
Public Notices / Tenders	All weekdays	Legally recognised and widely read on any weekday, all editions	Priority for urgent notices
Property	Weekend focus (Sat/Sun)	Daily insertions work, but weekend interest peaks	Confirm with media desk
Education	All days	Most valuable during Central India's admission seasons	Confirm with media desk
Obituary	All days	Timely publication for immediate community notification	Priority hotline
Matrimonial	Sunday	Sunday printing reaches families reviewing the columns together	Confirm with media desk

Recruitment Advertising

How to Post a Job Ad in The Hitavada

It is one of the most reputed English newspapers in Central India and has good circulation among the professional class and teachers, hospitals, government offices, PSUs, manufacturers, and corporate employers in Nagpur, Jabalpur, Bhopal, and Raipur. It's particularly useful when recruiting in education, healthcare, engineering, government, legal, and industrial sectors.

What to Put in Your Job Ad

Job title first two words, not buried in paragraph three.

Company or organization name, unless it's a confidential search.

Key qualifications and years of experience.

Location — city, hybrid, or remote; be specific.

Salary range — this matters more than anything else.

How to apply.

Best time of year to recruit

Post-appraisal (Jan–Mar) and mid-year surge (Jul–Sep) are strongest. Avoid the festive slowdown and summer lull (Oct and May).

Why your job ad isn't getting applications

Common mistakes that reduce response quality

01 Wrong day

Recruitment runs steadily all week, but Wednesday and Sunday generally pull stronger responses, especially for education, healthcare, and professional roles.

02 No salary range

Loses 30–40% of qualified candidates immediately.

03 Wrong edition

A Nagpur vacancy placed only in the Bhopal edition reaches the wrong city entirely. Match the edition to the hiring location — this is the single most common Hitavada booking mistake we fix.

04 Vague job title

"Assistant Professor — Nagpur — ₹8–12L" gets read. "Staff Needed" gets scrolled past.

05 Text-only for senior roles

A display ad with your organisation's logo outperforms plain text for executive and institutional recruitment.

06 Only running once

2–4 insertions over 3–4 weeks generate far more cumulative response than a single run.

Terms to avoid (legal compliance)

Age limits (use "2–5 years experience"), gender exclusions ("Male only," "Salesman"), appearance requirements ("fair complexion," "good-looking"), regional exclusions ("Locals only"), and misleading titles. The Hitavada's editorial team rejects ads containing these — a missed week and a delayed hire.

Legal & Statutory Advertising

The Hitavada Public Notice — Get It Right, Get It in Time

The Hitavada is the English newspaper of record for government departments, PSUs, and legal practitioners across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.

What You Can Publish

Name Change (notarised affidavit mandatory)

✓ Lost Documents

✓ NCLT Filings

✓ Tender Notices

✓ Possession Notices

Recommended Booking Window

2–3 working days before

Don't leave a legal or regulatory notice until the day before the deadline. Allow time for checking, proof approval and publication scheduling.

Public Notice / Tender Rates

Nagpur: ₹400/sq.cm · Other Editions: ₹175/sq.cm

e-tearsheet provided for legal compliance

Deadline approaching? Call 9821984000

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Experience & Service

Why Advertisers Choose Riyo

Years of Experience

Authorised The Hitavada booking partner since 2003.

10K+

Ads Booked

Across recruitment, matrimonial, property, obituary, and statutory categories.

4.8

Average Rating

Quick turnaround, reasonable charges. 20 years of booking experience, with proof shared before every print.

Booking Benefits

Why Book Your The Hitavada Ad With Riyo

From choosing the right edition to receiving your final tearsheet, one team handles the complete booking process.

Agency Rate + Bulk/Frequency Discounts

You pay less than walking into the Hitavada office directly.

One Call for All Four Editions

Nagpur, Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal — book any combination in one call, with combined four-city bundle discounts automatically calculated.

Free Ad Drafting & Design

Send us a rough draft, and we'll write, format, and design it the way The Hitavada expects — including obituary artwork.

Proof Before Print

A design proof before anything prints. Nothing goes to press without your sign-off.

Phone Gets Answered

Tender or legal deadline today — call 9821984000 directly; priority desk for urgent statutory notices.

30m

Fast Rate Confirmation

Call or WhatsApp with your category, edition, and date — confirmed rate within 30 minutes, working days.

Tearsheet in Your Inbox

An instant e-tearsheet lands after publication as your legal proof.

✓

A Human Who Matches the Edition

Placing a Nagpur vacancy in the Bhopal edition is the single most common booking mistake advertisers make here — we catch it before you book, not after.

More Publications

Also Book in the Same Call

Riyo books across major Central India and national publications — same call, same payment, one tearsheet per publication.

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Newspaper	Language	Best For
Times of India	English	Pan-India business and general reach
Hindustan Times	English	Delhi-NCR and pan-India audience
The Hindu	English	South India editorial and statutory reach
Economic Times	English	Business, finance, and corporate notices
Indian Express	English	North and West India legal and general notices
Dainik Bhaskar	Hindi	Wide Hindi-belt reach across Central and North India

Also available in the same call: Deccan Chronicle, Deccan Herald — book combinations for multi-paper bundle discounts.

The Hitavada Advertising

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about The Hitavada ad rates, booking, deadlines, corrections and publication.

Booking & Authorisation

Booking process and publication support

Is Riyo an Authorised Booking Partner? +

Yes — Riyo has been an official The Hitavada booking partner since 2003 and boasts an average rating of 4.8/5 and a record of more than 10,000 ads booked. All bookings include an ad reference number and a GST invoice.

How do I book an advertisement in The Hitavada? +

Contact the given number to call/WhatsApp 9821984000 with the category, edition (Nagpur, Jabalpur, Raipur, or Bhopal), and date. A confirmation of rates is sent, and the proof is designed and approved before printing. It takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

Does my Hitavada print ad appear online too? +

Yes, for free — your ad will show in the e-paper of The Hitavada and be available for search as well as to the public.

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Rates & Budget

The Hitavada advertising costs and packages

What are The Hitavada display ad rates in 2026? +

Nagpur starts at ₹400/sq.cm (B&W inside page) up to ₹200,000 for a half page. Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal start at ₹175/sq.cm up to ₹875/sq.cm for the front page color. Rates may be subject to change—please check before booking.

What is the cheapest way to advertise in The Hitavada? +

The classified display ads start from about ₹3,500 (20 sq. cm at ₹175/sq. cm B&W) in Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal, compared to the cost of classified display ads in Nagpur, which are much higher for the same formats.

Which cities does The Hitavada cover? +

The Hitavada publishes from 4 editions across Central India: Nagpur, Jabalpur, Raipur, and Bhopal. Nagpur is the primary hub carrying the highest readership and Vidarbha reach.

Urgent & Statutory Ads

Same-day bookings and legal notices

Can I book a Hitavada ad on the same day? +

Yes – for an obituary or a STATUTORY notice when delays call 9821984000 and verify the cut-off time through the priority desk.

Why is The Hitavada important for government and legal notices in Central India? +

It is the official English-language newspaper of all government departments, PSUs, and legal fraternities in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, and legal, tender, and corporate disclosures made in this newspaper automatically become valid.

Obituary & Supplements

Obituary rates and weekend/lifestyle supplements

What is The Hitavada obituary ad rate? +

SOLD BY THE SIZE AND EDITION – Social rate is available – Please call for price. Minimum size is 20 sq. cm (4×5 cm).

Does The Hitavada have lifestyle or weekend supplements? +

Yes — City Line (daily, Nagpur retail), Knowledge Magazine (weekly, education), and Career Plus (mid-week, recruitment) carry on with the main paper.

Popular The Hitavada ad categories

Matrimonial, property, recruitment, name change, obituary and more — live per-city rates.

See all 28 categories

Change of Name Matrimonial Property Recruitment Announcement Business Astrology Commercial Personal Computers Court or Marriage Notice Education Loss of Documents Lost and Found Lost of Certificates Or Marksheets Lost Share Certificate Marriage Bureau Obituary Personal Public Notice Remembrance

Choose a category first, then preview the city-specific rate card and booking flow.

Ready to Get Noticed?

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Pan-India Newspaper Access

One agency handling all bookings across India for seamless ad publishing.

End-to-End Support

Planning, rate guidance, creative drafting, and ad release handled completely for you.

Value Packages & Discounts

Special combo offers and negotiated rates to reduce your advertising cost.

Fast & Urgent Booking

Quick processing for time-bound ads like name change, legal notices, and tender publications.

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2026 Ad Rates

Same-Day Release

Get Your Rate — Category, Edition, Date

Most Requested Combinations

Matrimonial

Recruitment

Obituary

Property

Public Notice / Tender

Main Paper Display

Why The Hitavada Still Works in 2026

Nobody skips a print ad.

The English newspaper of record across three states.

Target Central India without tracking anyone.

Every Way to Advertise in The Hitavada

Classified Text Ads

Classified Display Ads

Main Paper Display Ads

The Hitavada Ad Rates 2026 — Full Rate Card

Display Ad Rates

Display Ad Dimensions & Cost Estimates

What You Save vs. Counter Rate

Pick Your The Hitavada Edition

The Hitavada Editions

Which The Hitavada Section Should Your Ad Run In?

Main Paper

City Line

Knowledge Magazine

General Classifieds

Obituary Pages

Career Plus

Not Sure Which Section?

Who You're Reaching

Nagpur Edition

Jabalpur / Raipur / Bhopal

How to Book — Rate, Compose, Confirm

Get Your Quote

Compose or Send Your Ad

Pay & Confirm

Get Your The Hitavada Ad Rate

Booking Deadlines at a Glance

Copy and Adapt — The Hitavada

Best Day to Advertise — By Category

How to Post a Job Ad in The Hitavada

What to Put in Your Job Ad

Why your job ad isn't getting applications

Terms to avoid (legal compliance)

The Hitavada Public Notice — Get It Right, Get It in Time

What You Can Publish

Why Advertisers Choose Riyo

Why Book Your The Hitavada Ad With Riyo

Agency Rate + Bulk/Frequency Discounts

One Call for All Four Editions

Free Ad Drafting & Design

Proof Before Print

Phone Gets Answered

Fast Rate Confirmation

Tearsheet in Your Inbox

A Human Who Matches the Edition

Also Book in the Same Call

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking & Authorisation

Rates & Budget

Urgent & Statutory Ads

Obituary & Supplements

Popular The Hitavada ad categories

Or pick a The Hitavada city edition

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