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ABP Majha celebrates 13 prosperous years
NEW DELHI: India’s long-standing Marathi News channel, ABP Majha, celebrated 13 years of successful operations on 22 June, 2020. By the dint of umpteen flagship shows & initiatives, 24×7 local news coverage and a highly viewer-driven approach, the channel has created strong brand equity in the ferociously competitive market of Maharashtra.
The remarkable journey of the channel witnessed numerous memorable shows such as Aaple Bharat Ratna, which celebrated the maestros of Maharashtra who received the Bharat Ratna Award; Majha Katta, a flagship weekly show which deliberated on the major developments of the society with renowned personalities, and Dahchya Batmya, the daily 10 pm Flagship bulletin of ABP Majha, which has been lauded by the viewers time & again. The riveting formats & timeless appeal of these shows has contributed immensely to the success of the channel.
ABP Majha has always been on the top of its game in terms of delivering exclusive content. It was the first channel to interview Sharad Pawar after the formation of Maharashtra government and conducted many noteworthy exclusive interviews of prominent personalities of the state & nation, such as Ramdev Baba, Sonam Wangchuk, Amir Khan, Ratan Tata, Rajiv Bajaj, and Shankar Mahadevan, to name a few.
Apart from memorable programming & exclusive content, over the years, ABP Majha has also dominated the viewership charts during various major news events. The channel has been a clear No. 1 in its respective segment – a trait it shares with the entire ABP News Network, which has a rich & proven legacy of leadership on big news days.
In 2019, ABP Majha was Maharashtra’s most preferred news channel with 44.6 avg wkly GVMs. In fact, during the COVID-era, the channel has emerged as no. 1, in the Marathi News Genre, and triumphed over all GECs with 32.5 Mn impressions on day of lockdown announcement. These numbers truly reflect the popularity and reach amassed by the channel over the years.
Equally impressive have been the channel’s efforts in creating a meaningful impact on the society through critical initiatives like Majha Shikshan Parishad, the first ever ‘Education E-Conclave’, which brought together various eminent personalities in the realm of education at one platform, to deliberate on the ongoing issues & concerns about the augmentation of educational operations amid COVID-19. Maharashtra Government took note of the solutions that emerged from the conclave and implemented one of them by cancelling the final year examinations, with results to be announced on the basis of aggregate marks scored by the students in the past semester.
During these challenging times, ABP Majha has also been on the frontlines in helping various communities in need. As a result of the COVID-19 instigated lockdown, woeful stories of struggle have known no bounds; from the plight of the migrant labourers to communities stumbling for a morsel of food.
In this vein, ABP Majha brought to light another gruelling story to the fore – that of the blind people of Vangani, whose source of income was entirely dependent on selling things on the trains. After ABP Majha’s coverage and due recognition, the community received great support through local NGOs, individuals & politicians. In fact, BJP Minister Ram Kadam also donated ration for 350 families.
Through these powerful stories & initiatives, ABP Majha has come out as a close ally of the people of Maharashtra during tumultuous times.
On this milestone, Mr. Avinash Pandey, CEO, ABP News Network said, “I’m absolutely elated & overwhelmed to be celebrating this significant milestone in the memorable journey of ABP Majha. It gives me immense pride to reflect on the past 13 years and see the consistency, perseverance and dedication with which ABP Majha has remained on the top of its game, year in year out. Through numerous heartfelt shows & initiatives, the channel has acquired a really special place in the hearts of Marathi viewers. And this touchstone only inspires us create & innovate more, and fulfil the needs of our viewers.”
News Broadcasting
Rising Bharat Summit 2026 spotlights India’s global ascent
PM Modi keynotes two-day event with ministers, diplomats and icons in New Delhi.
MUMBAI: India didn’t just host a summit, it threw a coming-out party for a nation ready to own the global stage. The News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026, held on 27–28 February in New Delhi, emerged as a high-octane platform for ideas, vision and strategic dialogue, uniting national leadership, global policymakers, industry titans, defence strategists and cultural icons under the theme “Strength Within”.
Prime minister Narendra Modi set the tone with a keynote that framed India’s resurgence as a reclaiming of lost potential built over generations. “In previous industrial revolutions, India and the Global South were merely followers,” he said. “But in the era of Artificial Intelligence, India is a partner in decisions and shaping them.” He highlighted the country’s thriving AI startup ecosystem and the recent AI Impact Summit attended by over 100 nations.
Union minister Piyush Goyal (Commerce & Industry) stressed India’s readiness to scale exports and deepen manufacturing, while Ashwini Vaishnaw (Railways, I&B, Electronics & IT) positioned technology and infrastructure as twin engines of growth, especially in AI and digital trust. Jyotiraditya Scindia (Communications & North East Development) revealed India’s ambition to lead in 6G through the Bharat 6G Alliance and partnerships with over 30 countries.
Global voices added depth: former Singapore Foreign Minister George Yeo called India’s development “self-sustaining” and strategically vital; ex-UK Chief of Defence Staff General Sir Nick Carter asserted India deserves a seat at the great powers’ table; and former US Commerce Secretary Carlos M. Gutierrez joined ambassadors from Norway, Germany and Sweden in discussions on geopolitical realignment, sustainability and defence preparedness.
Other speakers included veteran investor Ramesh Damani, World Gold Council CEO David Tait, Vianai Systems founder Dr Vishal Sikka, DeepTech Bharat Foundation co-founder Shashi Shekhar Vempati, defence experts Rajesh Kumar Singh, Sunil Ambekar, Patrick McGee, Tom Cooper and Adrian Fontanellaz, plus cultural and sporting icons Kangana Ranaut, Saina Nehwal, PR Sreejesh, Mohammed Shami, Yuzvendra Chahal, Mithali Raj, Anil Kapoor and Yami Gautam.
The summit was supported by Jio Financial Services (Presenting Partner), Phonepe and DS Group (Co-Presenting Partners), Pernod Ricard India and Kia Seltos (Powered By & Driven By), state governments of Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Uttarakhand (State Partners), and associate partners including NSE, M3M Foundation and Reliance Industries.
Broadcast live across News18 Network, CNBC-TV18 and CNBC Awaaz, the event reinforced India’s image as a confident democracy and emerging global power proving that when strength comes from within, the world can’t help but watch.
