Just as the onset of Lok Sabha elections 2019 is marked with a variety of twists and turns, India TV is back with its day-long conclave 'Chunav Manch'.
Just as the onset of Lok Sabha elections 2019 is marked with a variety of twists and turns, India TV is back with its day-long conclave 'Chunav Manch'. Even as the May 23 decider will keep us waiting for now, the country wants answers from political leaders to their various questions. Chunav Manch will see eminent guests like Bharatiya Janata Party chief Amit Shah, Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman, Congress leaders Randeep Singh Surjewala, Sam Pitroda and many more on the panel to answer your crucial questions ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Stay with us for all the latest news from India TV conclave - Chunav Manch 2019.
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Mar 28, 201910:55 PM (IST)
PM Modi is full of confidence: Amit Shah
PM Modi is full of confidence. PM Modi is transparent. In the last five years, we have not done anything which will bring shame to our workers: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:46 PM (IST)
In Uttar Pradesh we will win all the seats: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:40 PM (IST)
Entire world supports Balakot airstrike: Amit Shah
It is good diplomacy of PM Modi that today Pakistan is standing alone in the world. Entire world supports the Balakot airstrike: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:30 PM (IST)
Whether air strike or surgical strike, our aim is security of country: Amit Shah
Whether air strike or surgical strike, our aim is the security of the country. We have to give a tough answer to terrorists. We don’t decide the time. Election or no election, it hardly matters: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:24 PM (IST)
Security of nation should be main issue of elections: Amit Shah
Security of the nation should be the main issue of the elections. Congress had done nothing during 26/11. We have zero tolerance towards terrorism: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:20 PM (IST)
Congress leader Kapil Sibal must go to Balakot to see the dead bodies of the terrorists: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:14 PM (IST)
Govt has shown to the world that India will take its security very seriously: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 201910:04 PM (IST)
PM Modi has capability to take tough decisions: Amit Shah
Mar 28, 20198:49 PM (IST)
PM Narendra Modi is proving right leadership to the country: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
PM Narendra Modi is proving right leadership to the country. We have done development in every field: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Mar 28, 20198:43 PM (IST)
Rahul Gandhi is a misleader: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Mar 28, 20198:42 PM (IST)
Defeating PM Modi is impossible: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Mar 28, 20197:05 PM (IST)
Congress has never been serious about the strategies of the country: BJP leader Mohsin Raza
Mar 28, 20197:05 PM (IST)
We are not in the power and so we have the right to question. We had our shortcomings but BJP is answerable at present: Congress leader Rashid Alvi
Mar 28, 20197:05 PM (IST)
Politics of Congress is based on Muslims and even they do not stand with Rahul Gandhi's party anymore: BJP leader Mohsin Raza
Mar 28, 20196:55 PM (IST)
We accept that we made some mistakes which pushed us out of power in 2014: Rashid Alvi
We accept that we made some mistakes which pushed us out of power in 2014, but now it is time for BJP to answer on its deeds of five years. They have painted a picture that Madrasas breed terrorists: Rashid Alvi
Mar 28, 20196:46 PM (IST)
Muslims neither need rejection by BJP or charity by Congress, says Muslim scholar
Muslims neither need rejection by BJP or charity by Congress, says Muslim scholar Zafar Sareshwala. Muslim need education to enable the community to strengthen itself, he says.
Mar 28, 20196:44 PM (IST)
BJP focuses on 'sabke sath, sabka vikas', not just one community, says Mohsin Raza
BJP focuses on 'sabke sath, sabka vikas', not just one community, says Mohsin Raza on issue of lack of tickets to Muslim candidates.
Rashid Alvi says how can you give justice to a community without giving it proper representation in the government?
Mar 28, 20196:28 PM (IST)
Why did Modi govt allow Nirav Modi to runaway? asks Nagma
Why did Modi govt allow Nirav Modi to runaway? What was Chowkidar doing at the time? asks Congress leader Nagma
Mar 28, 20196:05 PM (IST)
BJP govt has managed to attract more investments in last three years than what Congress did in last 70 years: Prabhu
BJP govt has managed to attract more investments in last three years than what Congress did in last 70 years: Prabhu
Mar 28, 20196:00 PM (IST)
Today we have a number of employment opportunities because the economy of the country has transformed: Union Minister Suresh Prabhu
Mar 28, 20195:55 PM (IST)
Modi ji took actions against those who were involved in anti-national activities, that is why we see him as 'Chowkidar': Union Minister Suresh Prabhu
Mar 28, 20195:54 PM (IST)
Today we have a number of employment opportunities because the economy of the country has transformed: Suresh Prabhu
Mar 28, 20195:52 PM (IST)
Now employment in India is not limited to jobs: Suresh Prabhu
Now employment in India is not limited to jobs. Apart from government and private jobs, there are several other new avenues for people to be gainfully employed: Suresh Prabhu
Mar 28, 20195:33 PM (IST)
NYAY scheme will kick start Indian economy: Surjewala
NYAY scheme will kick start Indian economy by pumping Rs 3.5 lakh crore into consumer market: Surjewala
Mar 28, 20195:21 PM (IST)
Taxpayers money will not be diverted for NYAY scheme: Congress
Taxpayers money will not be diverted for NYAY scheme. The budget for the scheme will come from expansion in GDP and savings from the government expenditure: Congress
Mar 28, 20195:19 PM (IST)
Budget for NYAY is mere 5% of expenditure of govt administration: Surjewala
Budget for NYAY is a mere 5% of the expenditure of govt administration. If we cut down only 5 per cent of Rs 60 lakh crore spent on administration expenses, we will have the budget for NYAY scheme. Taxpayers money will not be diverted for this purpose: Surjewala
Mar 28, 20195:15 PM (IST)
Terming minimum income guarantee as a bribe for vote is elitist way of thinking: Surjewala
Terming minimum income guarantee as a bribe for vote is an elitist way of thinking. When MNREGA came people said same things about it, but now 14 years later global economists accept that it kick start village economy and included them in the nation's economy by making them consumers: Congress leader Randeep Surjewala
Mar 28, 20195:04 PM (IST)
BJP responsible for unemployment in the country: Priyanka Chaturvedi
BJP's name will be put to the forefront if we analyse the reasons behind unemployment and other issues in the country: Priyanka Chaturvedi
Here is full video of the session:
Mar 28, 20195:03 PM (IST)
The Opposition is ready to collect the votes of the people and we will be elected to power in Lok Sabha Elections 2019: Congress Spokesperson
Mar 28, 20195:02 PM (IST)
BJP govt does not want the people of country to know about the truth: SP
The BJP government does not want the people of the country to know about the truth: Samajwadi Party
Mar 28, 20194:31 PM (IST)
Niti Aayog has become Rajniti Aayog: Priyanka Chaturvedi
Niti Aayog has become Rajniti Aayog and making false statements over India's readiness and willingness over test fire of anti-satellite missile. They could have easily sent scientists to make the statements, just like we did when Chandrayan was launched: Priyanka Chaturvedi
Mar 28, 20194:27 PM (IST)
UP wants to be 'Nasha-mukt', Na for Narendra Modi and Sha for Amit Shah: Priyanka Chaturvedi
UP wants to be 'Nasha-mukt', Na for Narendra Modi and Sha for Amit Shah. You may be disappointed here but UP is ready for 'sachai ke din': Priyanka Chaturvedi
Mar 28, 20194:24 PM (IST)
Nation has to decide if they want a 50yr-old baby or hardworking man, says BJP
Congress leader Priyanka Chaturvedi says nation was a sapoot and not kapoot. BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia says nation will choose hardworking PM in Narendra Modi over 50-year-old baby.
Mar 28, 20194:15 PM (IST)
Narsimha Rao had said a government is not credible if it is unable to present the report card of its governance: Babul Supriyo
Mar 28, 20194:15 PM (IST)
Unemployment biggest problem in the country: Congress
Surveys conducted in the last 5 years show unemployment is the biggest problem the country is facing today: Manish Tewari
Mar 28, 20193:53 PM (IST)
BJP should just accept demonetisation was a mistake: Tewari
It would be better if BJP just goes ahead and accepts that demonetisation was a big mistake. Figures of demonetisation show more cash circulation in the country today than before note ban: Manish Tewari
Mar 28, 20193:49 PM (IST)
BJP failed to fulfill its promise of 'achhe din': Manish Tewari
BJP govt had assured of 'achche din' when they came to power, none of the promises have been fulfilled. Those who were lifted above the poverty line have been pushed back by the NDA government in the past 5 years: Congress Spokesperson Manish Tewari
Mar 28, 20193:43 PM (IST)
In coming elections democracy will win, dynasty will be defeated, says Babul Supriyo
In coming elections democracy will win, the dynasty will be defeated, says Babul Supriyo
Mar 28, 20192:17 PM (IST)
We can build Ram temple tomorrow, but we cannot without SC clearance
We can build Ram temple tomorow but not unless we have the permission of the Supreme Court. It is also a subjudice matter and thus a fix date cannot be given: Ram Madhav
Watch full video of Ram Madhav's session at India TV Conclave Chunav Manch here:
Mar 28, 20192:15 PM (IST)
Article 35A is a subjudice matter
Politically we want to remove Article 35A, but we cannot decide on the matter as long as it is subjudice. It is a matter of statecraft and not just political motive: Ram Madhav
Mar 28, 20192:08 PM (IST)
Hopefully J&K assembly elections will be held this year: Ram Madhav
Hopefully J&K assembly elections will be held this year: Ram Madhav
Mar 28, 20192:05 PM (IST)
We are fighting Jammu and Kashmir elections alone
BJP leader Ram Madhav said that the party will not form any pre-poll alliance in Jammu and Kashmir and will also contest on all Lok Sabha seats in general elections.
Mar 28, 20191:58 PM (IST)
Lok Sabha election will decide the strongest party in Opposition, not ruling govt
This Lok Sabha election will decide the strongest party in Opposition, not the ruling government. But we are not taking any opposition alliance lightly. We were ready to face a united opposition but they have remained scattered across the nation: Ram Madhav
Mar 28, 20191:52 PM (IST)
Rahul Gandhi key factor in BJP's victory
3 people will win BJP next election - Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and Rahul Gandhi. We want a good opposition but whenever Rahul Gandhi speaks up he sparks more memes than news: Ram Madhav
Mar 28, 20191:51 PM (IST)
Modi is only eligible person to be India's next PM, says Ram Madhav
Modi is the only eligible person to be India's next PM, says Ram Madhav. Modi's alternative is corruption, dynasty, inefficient governance. That is why Pm Modi is only and obvious choice, he says.
Mar 28, 20191:35 PM (IST)
Delaying elections is a trick in Congress' bag
The elections were delayed in 1976 by Congress, we will never do that. We will hold elections every five years and will get elected every five years: Prakash Javadekar
Watch full video of Prakash Javadekar's session at India TV conclave Chunav Manch:
Mar 28, 20191:32 PM (IST)
Prakash Javadekar takes a jibe at Rahul Gandhi's NYAY scheme
Those who won't even form a government are free to announce as many benefits, but we are making the social welfare for farmers a relaity. Our scheme is not a political statement, it is a well planned 10 year plan: Prakash Javadekar takes a jibe at Rahul Gandhi's NYAY scheme
Mar 28, 20191:27 PM (IST)
Congress makes fun of hardworking Indians
Congress party has a record of making fun of chaiwallahs, pakodewallahs and now chowkidars. They make fun of hardworking Indians because they do not work themselves: Javadekar
Mar 28, 20191:18 PM (IST)
Pakistan not letting media visit Balakot site
Even today, Pakistan is not letting the foreign media visit the Balakot strike site because it wants to hide casualties: Union Minister
Mar 28, 20191:16 PM (IST)
Mission Shakti matter of pride for every Indian
The Opposition should understand that Mission Shakti is not to be politicised, it is a matter of pride for every Indian: Union Minister
Mar 28, 20191:12 PM (IST)
PM Modi did the right thing by making the announcement on Mission Shakti
Speaking to India TV's senior achor Prakash Javadekar said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did the right thing by making the announcement on Mission Shakti himself. The statesmen should come forward to inform people about major achievements, says Javadekar
Mar 28, 20191:10 PM (IST)
Mission Shakti not politically motivated
Space mission are carried out at the time chosen by the scientists and not politicians, so it cannot be politically planned or motivated: Javadekar
Mar 28, 20191:09 PM (IST)
Unfortunate that Congress' language matches Pakistan: Javadekar
Unfortunate that Congress' language matches Pakistan: Javadekar
Mar 28, 20191:07 PM (IST)
Who stops Congress form saying 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'
They say that we use nationalism at public platforms, but who has stopped them to do the same. Who stops them from saying 'Bharat Mata ki Jai', we have always been saying it: BJP leader
Mar 28, 20191:06 PM (IST)
India would have become space superpower a long while ago if Manmohan Singh govt gave permission: Javadekar
India would have become space superpower a long while ago if Manmohan Singh govt gave permission, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar said while claiming that Misison Shakti was not meant for political benefit but national advancement
Mar 28, 20191:02 PM (IST)
Anil Ambani has not made any mistake by setting up a factory. Dassault does not only makes Rafale. Parts of Falcon plane are also made in Pune. The city is well on ts way to become aviation hub. soon, we will be able to provide jobs to 25,000 people in this sector.
Mar 28, 201912:48 PM (IST)
Is Nitin Gadkari is in PM race?
Talking to India TV's senior anchor Saurav Sharma, the Union Minister said that he is not in race to be the prime minister. I have no ambition for the PM's chair. People ask this question to create a wedge between me and PM Modi. We will win general elections again and PM Modi will return to PMO, says Gadkari.
Watch full video of Nitin Gadkari's session at India TV Conclave Chunav Manch:
Mar 28, 201912:48 PM (IST)
Nitin Gadkari on Rafale
Rahul Gandhi should apologise to the nation that his party's government failed to strengthen the nation's security by bringing Rafale jets. If we had Rafale then there would have been no need to send troops inside Pakistan for surgical strike. We could have hit the targets with missiles form a distance of 150km. The Congress failed to take a decision for 9-10 years and is now creating political controversy. Supreme Court and CAG have already given clean chit to government, is Rahul Gandhi bigger than SC?
Mar 28, 201912:37 PM (IST)
Gadkari on Rahul Gandhi's minimum income promise
Congress gave the slogan to eradicate poverty 20 and 40 years ago but has failed to do the same. What has not been done in last 50 years will now be done in five years: Gadkari
Mar 28, 201912:37 PM (IST)
Mahagadbandhan formed by parties scared of BJP
Opposition parties know that they will not be able to defeat BJP on their own. This fear has united even the most unlikely parties. Those who once did not look at each other have come together because they are scared of yet another defeat at the hands of BJP: Gadkari
Mar 28, 201912:36 PM (IST)
Times have changed since 2004
Speaking on failure of Vajpayee govt to re-elect in 2004, Union Minister Gadkari said that times have changed since then. In 2014, we came to power on our own. "Today the entire country stands behind us, we have presence across the nation. We will win in any condition. In 2004 Congress was strong, whereas today it is weak," Gadkari said.
Mar 28, 201912:36 PM (IST)
PM Modi will return to power with over 300 seats
PM Modi came to power on hopes and dreams of people. He has done as much work in five years as was done in previous 50 years. PM Modi will return to power with over 300 seats: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Mar 28, 201912:36 PM (IST)
Opposition criticises govt to remain relevant
It is Opposition's nature to criticise the government. Whoever is in Opposition is bound to criticise the ruling party to ramin relevant: Nitin Gadkari
Mar 28, 201912:36 PM (IST)
Work on Delhi-Mumbai highway underway
I am making roads worth Rs 50,000 crores in Delhi itself. We have acquired land to make a Delhi-Mumbai highway. Soon people will be able to cover the distance between two mega towns within 12 hours: Gadkari
Mar 28, 201912:36 PM (IST)
No corruption charges against Modi govt despite 5 years of rule
In five years, the government has remained free of corruption allegations. In my ministry contracts of over Rs 17 Lakh crore have been issued, without anyone accusation of corruption. There has no previous government which has finished its term without corruption charges: Nitin Gadkari
Mar 28, 201911:35 AM (IST)
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari joins us for a chat before Chunav Manch
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari joined India TV executive editor Sushant Sinha for a chat before Chunav Manch begins in just a few moments. Share your questions for the minister with #ChunavManch.
Mar 28, 201910:23 AM (IST)
Stage set for India TV's Chunav Manch
So the stage is set for India TV's Chunav Manch as we go Live at 11 am. Political bigwigs are arriving to attend the event.
Mar 28, 201910:10 AM (IST)
BJP President Amit Shah to face tough questions in day-long conclave
Bharatiya Janata Party chief Amit Shah will face tough questions from India TV Editor-In-Chief and Chairman Rajat Sharma during the day-long conclave Chunav Manch. Ranging from national security to political issues, wide-ranging questions will be posed to the BJP chief ahead of Lok Sabha elections.
Mar 28, 20199:22 AM (IST)
Chunav Manch - India TV's Day-long conclave today
Mar 28, 20199:08 AM (IST)
India TV's Chunav Manch to begin at 11 AM: Here's how can you watch the day-long conclave
You can watch Chunav Manch on India TV from 11 am today. Alternatively, you may also watch the day-long conclave on India TV's LIVE TV. You can track all updates of Chunav Manch on indiatvnews.com and hindi.indiatvnews.com
Mar 28, 20198:52 AM (IST)
Wish to ask a question to your leaders? Here's how
If you wish to pose questions to your leaders, please share them on social media using #ChunavManch and we will ask them for you.
Mar 28, 20198:39 AM (IST)
Manish Tewari, Randeep Singh Surjewela to also be part of India TV's Chunav Manch
Congress leaders Manish Tewari, Randeep Singh Surjewela, Priyanka Chaturvedi will also face tough questions at the conclave.
Mar 28, 20198:37 AM (IST)
Amit Shah, Nirmala Sitharaman, Nitin Gadkari and many more to appear as guests
India TV's Chunav Manch is expected to have on its panel eminent political leaders from Bharatiya Janata Party President Amit Shah to Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman, Prakash Javadekar, Suresh Prabhu, Uma Bharti and Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Actor Jaya Prada, Amar Singh are also expected to be a part of the event.
Mar 28, 20198:32 AM (IST)
India TV's Chunav Manch is here to answer all your questions
India TV is back with its day-long conclave Chunav Manch, where compelling questions will be raised before political leaders just as the crucial Lok Sabha elections are approaching closer. It is the world's biggest election, and so will be the questions.