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ABP Network launches metaverse election centre for verdict 2024
Mumbai: As the nation awaits the verdict of the highly anticipated Lok Sabha elections 2024, ABP Network is thrilled to announce the launch of its cutting-edge election centre on Metaverse 2.0. The platform will transform the way citizens engage with the electoral process, offering a rich, immersive experience that goes beyond traditional coverage.
From result analyses to interactive games, and a data centre to real-time tracking of votes on the counting day, the election mandate 2024 on ABP Metaverse, accessible on https://abpverse.com/, has it all.
Here’s a sneak peek into what it offers:
Virtual walkthrough of Central Vista: Step into the new Parliament of India with our detailed virtual walkthrough. Explore the majestic halls and chambers of this iconic landmark, where the 18th Lok Sabha will function from the very beginning of its term.
Live election coverage: Stay updated with continuous live updates of the results on the counting day and beyond.
How to vote initiative: An informative guide to educate and increase awareness among first-time voters on the voting process.
Election data centre: Dive into our extensive Election Data Centre, where you can check data from previous elections and find schedules and important information about key candidates.
ABP elections shorts: In a hurry? Get briefed on the top election news in under 60 seconds with our ABP Elections Shorts. Stay informed with concise and impactful updates.
Election results and exit poll coverage: Find real-time seat share, counting details, and major updates directly from our Election Centre.
Real-time avatar interaction: Interact with other avatars in our dynamic Metaverse arena. Discuss, debate, and share your thoughts on the election with fellow citizens in a vibrant virtual space.
Interactive games and quizzes: Engage in fun and educational activities with our interactive games and quizzes. Test your knowledge and win exciting prizes as you learn more about the electoral process.
ABP data wall: Access a wide array of election infographics on our ABP Data Wall. These insightful data visualisations will help you understand the dynamics of the election like never before.
On the launch of the election centre metaverse, ABP Network CEO Avinash Pandey said: “Elections and ABP Network have always been synonymous due to the trust that the viewers have shown over years. The launch of the Election Centre Metaverse 2.0 is another milestone in the journey to stay ahead of the curve using the latest tech and go limitless.”
The election centre on ABP Metaverse 2.0 aims to serve as a one-stop destination for all information related to the polls. From debates and podcasts to ‘Predict & Win’ games, in-depth analyses of past election results, candidate profiles, and constituency analyses, we’ve got you covered.
ABP Network is a leading name in innovative digital experiences, and its Election Centre Metaverse launched in 2023 has already received accolades. The ABP Election Centre on Metaverse 2.0 is not only a comprehensive election information hub, but also an experience designed to bring the excitement and importance of the elections to your device screen. Be a part of this historic journey by visiting the ‘Election Centre’ here – https://abpverse.com/
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CNN-News18 to host Kolkata Town Hall on Hooghly River
‘Bhalobasa Bengal Inspiring Bharat’ event on April 20 brings cultural icons, trailblazing women and leaders aboard a cruise to celebrate Bengal’s enduring influence.
MUMBAI: Bengal is about to make fresh waves on the Hooghly and this time the current is pure conversation. CNN-News18 is taking its iconic Town Hall format to the waters of the iconic Hooghly River on 20 April 2026 with a special edition titled ‘Bhalobasa Bengal – Inspiring Bharat’. The floating event will celebrate the state’s rich cultural legacy and how its ideas, creativity and spirit continue to shape the rest of the country.
The unique riverside setting draws on Bengal’s history as a cradle of reform, art and intellectual thought. The speaker line-up mirrors that diversity: cultural heavyweights Mithun Chakraborty and Sreenanda Shankar will share the stage with trailblazing “Devis” such as Tanya Sanyal (India’s first woman firefighter in aviation), Ipsita Chakraborty (Kolkata’s first woman bartender) and Reshma Nilofer Visalakshi (Nari Shakti awardee and marine pilot). Music will flow through the celebrated pianist-vocalist duo Sourendro and Soumyojit, while public life and governance will be represented by Smriti Irani, Leander Paes, Saira Shah Halim, Keya Ghosh, Rekha Patra, Roopa Ganguly and Babul Supriyo.
CNN-News18, editorial affairs director, Rahul Shivshankar, said the event honours voices that carry Bengal’s legacy forward. Smriti Mehra, CEO – English & Business News, Network18, added that Bengal’s stories resonate far beyond its borders, especially as the state heads into polls.
From the first woman to battle flames in the skies to legendary actors who shaped Indian cinema, the gathering promises a rich mix of inspiration, courage and candid dialogue. In a city where culture has always flowed as freely as the river itself, CNN-News18 is turning the Hooghly into a floating forum for ideas that matter.
Tune in on 20 April on CNN-News18, CTV and YouTube to catch Bengal’s heartbeat in full flow.
