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TV9 Bangla announces special programming for Kolkata municipal elections ’21
Mumbai: As the slugfest in the Kolkata municipal election gears up to take center stage, TV9 Bangla has announced a fresh slate of programs under the title – “Puro Lorai 2021.”
With shows like “TV9 Caravan,” “Amader Parate,” “Puro Bitarka,” “Mayor Porishad Jobab Dao,” “Mukhomukhi Mayor,” “Oligali Cholilam,” “Councilor Marksheet,” “Apnie Reporter,’ “Purobashini” lined up for all of December, Puro Lorai ensures 300-minutes of strategic programming based on unbiased and authentic information, said the channel in a statement.
The season’s first show “TV9 Caravan” is an extension of “Manusher Pashe,” an exclusive campaign and brainchild of TV9 Bangla that travels through the city collecting public grievances on various matters. In order to throw light on the on-ground realities faced by people, the TV9 Covid-19 patrol van will be transformed into TV9 Vote Caravan tagged as ‘Kolkatar Kosto, Hoy Jak Sposhto’ for the Kolkata municipal elections. The van will travel through the city for 20 episodes of five minutes duration each.
Acquiring views from Tollywood and television celebs, “Amader Parate -Taroka Chokhe” will air 10 episodes of 10 minutes each. “Puro Bitarka” is about on-ground discussions with party guests of different locations from Kolkata and Howrah.
“Mayor Porishad Jobab Din” is a talk show where six mayor-in-councils will justify their initiatives, and face questions from the public. It also features reactions from the oppositions and public views on the progress reports. “Mukhomukhi Mayor” is an exclusive interview session with the editor of TV9 Bangla.
Towards the end of the session, time for evaluations on the key performance of councilors of various wards of Kolkata and Howrah will be presented in the show “Councilor Marksheet.” It is a filler where existing councilors will be asked questions in a buzzer round.
The show “Apnie Reporter” is a comprehensive report based on civic issues of the different locality. It comprises 10 episodes of five minutes each.
“Purobashini,” an exclusive women-centric program, is also part of the election slate. Stories on Kolkata Municipal Corporations and Howrah will be aired in the news segment called ‘Puro Kadcha.’ The highlights of ‘Amraa Oraa’ comprise of opinions based on the socio-economic status of a specific locality. “Oligoli Cholilam” will make the voices of common citizens heard by the policymakers. “Kathabarta” is a 60-minute, one-on-one interaction between the ex-mayors and politicians and the editor of the news channel.
“Kolkatar Vote” will narrate historic tales of from Kolkata’s corporation election. Besides these, studio live on polling day, exit poll, opinion poll, and counting day are also in the pipeline, said the statement.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
