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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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News18 India launches Command Centre war explainer with Arya
New show shifts from debates to decoding global conflicts and impacts
MUMBAI: News18 India has rolled out a new war-focused programme, Command Centre, featuring Gaurav Arya, as it looks to offer viewers a sharper, more grounded take on global conflicts amid rising tensions in West Asia.
Positioned as an “insider war room”, the show moves away from conventional panel debates and instead focuses on explaining military developments, decoding strategy and connecting global events to their everyday impact, from fuel prices to economic shifts.
The format leans heavily on visuals and data. The studio has been designed like a command hub, complete with large LED war maps, real-time graphics and an alert system to track developments as they unfold.
At the centre of it all is Arya, who brings his military background to simplify complex war strategies for viewers. His signature line, “Seedhi baat samjhiye”, anchors the show’s promise of clarity over noise.
News18 India managing editor Jyoti Kamal said, “Command Centre, featuring Major Gaurav Arya is designed to deliver accurate insights and a clear perspective on how evolving conflicts impact everyday life, from household budgets to national security. With expert voices analysing every development in real time, the show goes beyond headlines to decode what’s happening now, what it means, and what could come next.”
Echoing the intent, Gaurav Arya added, “In times of war, confusion is the biggest threat. With News18 India’s Command Centre, we are bringing viewers inside the war room, decoding strategies, tracking every escalation, and explaining, in the simplest terms, what it means for India and for every household. Seedhi baat samjhiye, this is where you understand not just what is happening, but what happens next.”
The weekday show will air in the afternoon slot and will also feature Gaurav Shukla, adding to its editorial depth.
With its mix of analysis, visuals and a clear focus on impact, the show reflects a broader shift in news consumption. Viewers are no longer just watching events unfold, they are looking to understand what those events mean for them.
