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CM Bhupesh Baghel to grace News18’s ‘Agenda Chhattisgarh’ summit
Mumbai: Against the backdrop of the upcoming state elections, News18 Network will be organising its ‘Agenda Chhattisgarh’ summit on 30 September 2023 in Raipur. This platform will bring together some of the most prominent leaders from Chhattisgarh to discuss and deliberate on issues that are defining the electoral narrative of the state.
The chief minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel will grace the event as the chief guest and speak extensively about his vision for the state, its future, and address crucial matters relating to the impending elections. The summit will also see participation from the deputy chief minister, T. S. Singh Deo as well as the state home minister, Tamradhwaj Sahu.
Other top leaders and policymakers including the Chhattisgarh urban development minister, Shivkumar Dahariya, minister of transport Chhattisgarh, Mohammad Akbar, Congress in-charge of state, Kumari Selja, president of AAP Chhattisgarh, Komal Hupendi will also be speaking at the summit. ‘Agenda Chhattisgarh’ will see an insightful discussion between Sushil Anand Shukla from Congress and Shrichand Sundrani from BJP.
News18 has been at the forefront of driving the discourse on development across the country for many years. News18’s ‘Agenda Chhattisgarh’ summit has been thoughtfully designed to serve as a platform for comprehensive discussions on the most critical challenges Chhattisgarh is facing today.
Tune in to ‘Agenda Chhattisgarh’ on News18 MP/CG on 30 September starting 3:00 p.m. onwards. The channel’s YouTube platform will also stream the summit, which can be
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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.
