Mumbai: Firstpost, after an extensive and unprecedented Facebook live coverage of the Assembly elections in 2016 which was lauded by Facebook in their global case study, is now gearing to use Facebook live format for the coverage of the US elections – one of the most keenly followed and watched events in the world.
For the first time, Indian audiences will witness minute by minute live video coverage, online polls, social media trends and dynamic updates all throughout the Election Day. Firstpost, famous for its unabashed opinions will also broadcast expert commentary from on the ground in the US,both as the polling opens and whilst the results are pouring in.
Furthermore, expert panelists from across the globe will weigh in on elaborate and exhaustive in-studio discussions with political analysts. With newsroom discussions, post-result analysis and more, Firstpost will provide live comprehensive coverage of the US elections for readers.
Commenting on the development, BV Rao, Editor, Firstpost said, “Firstpost is known for its razor sharp opinions and analysis. With the most talked about elections nearing its climax, we aim at giving our audiences the most extensive and engaging election coverage on a digital platform. With our growing readership, we look forward to pushing the bar and providing more such engaging content for their consumption.”
Firstpost is India’s premier digital platform for news, analysis and opinion. The website, which was launched in 2011, combines traditional tools of journalism with new narrative forms to provide readers a critical perspective on the daily events that impact their lives.
