Senior journalist Sudhir Chaudhary has announced his departure from Aaj Tak and officially joined DD News. Known for his commanding presence and sharp news analysis, Chaudhary’s decision marks a major shift in India’s television news landscape.

After a successful two-year stint at Aaj Tak, where he helmed the flagship show ‘Black & White’, Sudhir Chaudhary bid an emotional farewell to his viewers and colleagues earlier this week. In his parting note, he expressed deep gratitude to the India Today Group, calling his journey there “professionally enriching and personally fulfilling.” However, he also hinted at his urge to contribute to a larger cause—something, he said, aligned more closely with “nation-building” and “public service.”

Chaudhary has now joined DD News, India’s national broadcaster, where he will lead prime-time programming with the mission of making government news platforms more vibrant, credible, and connected to young India. His appointment comes at a time when DD News is actively working to modernize its image, expand its digital footprint, and recapture the trust of the masses.

Sources close to the development suggest that Sudhir Chaudhary has been offered a significant editorial role, alongside hosting a prime-time show focused on national issues, governance, and citizen-centric storytelling. Early reports say his show could air in the coveted 9 pm slot, a time dominated by private news channels. There is a clear expectation that his style of fearless journalism, combined with a public-service mandate, could give DD News a fresh edge in a highly competitive environment.

Industry veterans believe that his move could trigger a wave of talent rethinking their roles in corporate media houses and exploring platforms where impact matters more than ratings. Many political watchers also see this as a strategic move, given the larger push by the government to strengthen the public broadcaster ahead of the next big elections.

Sudhir Chaudhary’s career has spanned over three decades, during which he built a formidable reputation at Zee News and later at Aaj Tak. His crisp delivery, nationalist tone, and strong viewer connect have made him one of the most recognized faces in Indian television journalism.

As Sudhir Chaudhary embarks on this new journey, all eyes will be on how he reshapes prime time news at DD News, a channel once considered staid but now poised for reinvention.