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ABP News unveils ‘Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat’
Mumbai: Amidst the ongoing 2024 Lok Sabha elections, ABP News has unveiled an innovative show titled “Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat” which promises viewers an unprecedented insight into the rapidly evolving political mindset of the country’s youth. The show is set to debut on 11 May airing every Saturday at 6 pm on ABP News channel.
This pioneering show is designed to empower India’s youth by providing them with a significant platform to express their political views and shed light on their evolving preferences and priorities.
With an astounding 22 crore voters below the age of 29, engaging the youth has become more crucial than ever in deciphering the nation’s political landscape. “Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat” will bring together politicians, policy experts like Vijai Trivedi (senior journalist) and Prof. (Dr.) Chandrachur Singh (associate professor of politics at Hindu College), and student audiences from college campuses in Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, and Patna in separate events. The idea is to facilitate an open dialogue that authentically captures the evolving aspirations and concerns of India’s youth.
Renowned author and columnist, Chetan Bhagat, will serve as the host and moderator of the dynamic debates. The show’s innovative format ensures high engagement and interactivity, with students from premier colleges actively participating in the discussions.
Key topics to be explored during the discussions will include employment and education, women’s empowerment, caste and religion, and corruption and administration. From entrepreneurial ambitions to gender equality and polarizing politics, the show aims to comprehensively grasp the multifaceted factors influencing the youth vote.
ABP News’ ‘Vote Bhavishya Ka With Chetan Bhagat’ presents an incredible opportunity to directly engage with and hear from the future leaders of our nation. Through its innovative format, ABP News seeks to establish a robust platform that could potentially reshape how political parties engage with and address the aspirations and concerns of the nation’s youth in these pivotal elections.
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Kamlesh Singh receives Haldi Ghati Award from MMCF
India Today Group editor honoured for three decades of journalism at Udaipur ceremony.
MUMBAI- Kamlesh Singh just turned a lifetime of sharp words into a shiny shield because when journalism wakes up a society, even the Maharana of Mewar wants to pin a medal on it.
The Maharana of Mewar Charitable Foundation (MMCF) conferred its prestigious Haldi Ghati Award on Kamlesh Singh, a senior editor at the India Today Group, during a ceremony in Udaipur on 15 March 2026. The national award, instituted in 1981-82, recognises “work of permanent value that initiates an awakening in society through the medium of journalism.”
Singh, who leads several editorial initiatives including Aaj Tak Radio, the Teen Taal community and The Lallantop, was presented the honour by Lakshyaraj Singh Mewar, Managing Trustee of MMCF. The citation highlighted his three decades of contributions to Indian media, innovations in digital journalism, mentoring young reporters, and his popular podcast persona “Tau” on Teen Taal, which fosters thoughtful public discourse.
The Haldi Ghati Award, named after the historic Battle of Haldighati symbolising valour and resilience, is one of four national awards given annually by MMCF. Past recipients include Tavleen Singh, Piyush Pandey and Raj Chengappa.
Other honourees this year included Padma Vibhushan Pt Hari Prasad Chaurasia, Vedamurti Devvrat Rekhe, Treeman of India Marimuthu Yoganathan, Vir Chakra Capt Rizwan Malik, and US-based researcher Molly Emma Aitken, who received the Colonel James Tod Award for contributions to understanding Mewar’s spirit and values.
In an era where headlines often shout louder than substance, the MMCF quietly reminded everyone that real journalism isn’t about noise, it’s about the quiet, persistent work that stirs society awake, one thoughtful story at a time.
