BBC Marathi TV

Quick facts about the channel

BBC Marathi TV — formally known as BBC News Marathi — is a news and content service aimed primarily at Marathi-speaking audiences in India and around the world. The service is part of the BBC’s World Service expansion into regional Indian languages, delivering trusted journalism, impartial reporting and video content in Marathi across television partners, streaming platforms and digital channels. Its presence across YouTube and social media has helped it reach millions of Marathi speakers interested in news, explainers and topical features.

Regular segments on the channel include BBC Marathi Live News, which provides rolling updates on breaking stories and key developments affecting Maharashtra and wider India. Regional Briefs provides concise summaries of state-level news while In-Depth Explainers and Special Reports, typically short-form video features break down complex topics — from governance and economy to lifestyle and technology — in a way that’s easy for audiences to follow.

Popular voices and journalists on BBC Marathi TV include Siddhanath Satish Ganu and Rujuta Luktuke are known for anchoring news bulletin, spanning key national and international stories. Other prominent contributors include Abhijeet Kamble, a BBC Marathi journalist involved in presenting news packages; Prachee PS, who works on video content and reporting for the service; and Amrita Kadam, a journalist presenting cultural and lifestyle segments for digital audiences.

BBC Marathi continues to grow as a respected source of news and analysis for Marathi speakers. The channel delivers content that spans breaking headlines, feature reports and in-depth walks through complex issues, ensuring that viewers stay informed and engaged with both regional and global events.

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