As the nation eagerly awaits the inauguration of the Ram Temple, News18 India, the leading Hindi news channel, is gearing up for an extravagant celebration with its special programming titled ‘Shree Ram Mahaparv.’
With the inauguration scheduled for January 22, the channel has amplified its programming to provide extensive coverage, the channel said in a press release.
News18 India’s popular show, ‘Bhaiyaji Kahin,’ will embark on a journey to Ayodhya, capturing the local sentiments in the run-up to the event.
A one-hour documentary, ‘Ramlala Virajman,’ featuring stories related to Lord Ram from various Ayodhya locations, will include insights from spiritual leaders such as Jagadguru Shri Ram Bhadracharya and Sadhvi Ritambhara.
Setting up ‘Ram ki Paidi’ on the banks of Sarayu River and other significant locations in Ayodhya, News18 India promises unmatched live programming from January 18 on both TV and digital platforms.
The channel will debut the News18 Ram Lalla Song, ‘Pranam Siya Ram,’ written by Akshat Gupta and performed by Siddharth and Shivam Mahadevan.
Exclusive interviews with top leaders and politicians showcased through the ‘Ayodhya Yatra’ segment, will capture the city’s ongoing development.
A ‘Kavi Sammelan’ featuring renowned poets expressing the faith of millions in poetic verse will add a unique touch to the coverage.
Top anchors will host live shows from Ayodhya, supplemented by multi-city coverage to capture sentiments nationwide. News18’s HSM channels, particularly News18 Uttar Pradesh / Uttarakhand, will contribute non-stop reports from January 19.
Karan Abhishek Singh, CEO – of Hindi News, Network18, expressed excitement about delivering comprehensive coverage, anticipating a surge in viewership and advertiser interest. News18 India aims to provide an unparalleled viewer experience during this momentous occasion.
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