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MUMBAI: Star News and Aniruddha Bahal have joined hands to present
Benaqab. The investigative bulletin will seek to unmask the ugly
face of corruption, whatever the stakes. Launched on September 16,
at 9.00 pm and to be aired every Saturday and Sunday at 9.30 pm
from September 17 onwards, the investigative bulletin will be anchored
by Aniruddha Bahal. Benaqab aims towards a better tomorrow for the
people of India by leaving a strong message to the corrupt in our
land - you can run, but you can't hide! Benaqab will be watching…
World over, investigative journalism has helped imprison the corrupt,
trigger legislations and uncover miscarriages of justice. Watergate,
the most shining example of investigative journalism was the darkest
hour for US presidency and the brightest for media. What started
off as a small and insignificant investigation turned out to be
the nemesis for Richard Nixon and his allies. Thus establishing
that as the champion of public opinion, media serves as a powerful
catalyst for positive change, even in the face of the biggest odds.
Star News has proved its prowess in investigative journalism through
its instrumental role in some of the biggest exposés and
unearthing scandals - Operation Chakravyuh (the MPLAD funds), Operation
Yamraj (corrupt cops of UP), the case of fake Tantriks, the Anti-Bribery
campaign etc. Aniruddha Bahal, on the other hand, has been the man
behind many significant exposés. His role in Operation Westend
- exposé on Indian Defence procurement, and Fallen Heroes
- a startling investigation into cricket match fixing has created
ripples in the highest corridors of politics and sports.
Commenting on the launch of Benaqab, Uday Shankar, CEO & Editor,
MCCS says, "It's our endeavor to bring to light the most closely
guarded secrets of corrupt practices and corrupt people. Through
Benaqab, we aim to help create a better environment and a corruption-free
society by taking investigative journalism to the next level."
With programmes like Sansani and Red Alert and various path-breaking
exposés that have provoked public opinion and forced the
corrupt even in the lofty corridors of power to bow to the demands
of public interest, Star News has proved its mettle and capabilities
in investigation. Through Benaqab, the channel goes a step ahead
in launching a stronger challenge in unmasking the face of corruption
and its influence in our daily living.
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