Ahmedabad: 18 years of trust. 18 years of truth. 18 years of transformative dialogue. For nearly two decades, TV9 Gujarati has upheld its moral responsibility as Gujarat’s leading news channel, not just reporting events, but shaping the conscience of society. Time and again, the channel has created powerful platforms that reflect society’s voice, address its concerns, and steer dialogue toward clarity, accountability, and a progressive path forward.
Continuing that legacy, TV9 Gujarati marked its milestone year with its flagship Think Fest, What Gujarat Thinks Today, in Ahmedabad. A platform where dialogue drives direction and ideas define destiny.
When Gujarat thinks, India moves forward.
At a defining moment when India is asserting itself confidently on the global stage, What Gujarat Thinks Today emerged as a high-impact forum bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, spiritual thinkers, market experts, and cultural icons to deliberate on the ideas shaping India’s next decade.
Leadership that Inspires Progress
The event was graced by the Honourable Chief Minister of Gujarat, Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil, and Minister of State for Women and Child Welfare Manisha Vakil.
Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi lauded the initiative, emphasizing that such platforms deepen democratic participation and empower youth and diverse sectors to actively contribute to Gujarat’s development journey. Congratulating TV9 Gujarati on completing 18 impactful years, he commended the channel’s commitment to constructive public discourse.
Highlighting transformative infrastructure like the bullet train project, he noted how enhanced connectivity will accelerate economic momentum and attract greater investments from Mumbai to Gujarat, reinforcing the state’s position as a magnet for growth.
Ideas that Shape the Nation
Barun Das, MD & CEO of TV9 Network, remarked, “Gujarat has moved beyond being just an industrial powerhouse. It has become a laboratory of ideas- driving innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusion.”
Kalpak Kekre, Channel Head of TV9 Gujarati, emphasized that while policies may be framed on paper, real development is realised on the ground through people’s trust and participation. “This platform amplifies that collective voice to listen, deliberate, and move forward together.”
Rajya Sabha MP and BJP National Spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi brought sharp political insight to the discourse, highlighting the relevance of Sanatan Dharma in the age of artificial intelligence. He asserted that Sanatan is not merely faith, but a philosophy rooted in logic and scientific reasoning- truly, faith backed by facts.
Spiritual leaders Brahmavihari Swami and Rameshbhai Oza reflected on the enduring strength of Sanatan values in a rapidly evolving technological era. They emphasized that temples are not only structures of devotion, but spaces that shape character and conscience. Addressing the “reel generation,” they encouraged youth to balance technological advancement with moral grounding.
RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar added ideological depth to the national discourse, underscoring the importance of revisiting and correcting historical narratives while continuing the process of intellectual and cultural reform.
Markets, Momentum & Meaningful Growth
From the world of business and finance, Ajay Kedia, Gautam Trivedi, and Dr. Faruk Patel shared sharp insights on economic resilience, strategic capital allocation, and sustainable growth pathways.
Performance builds champions. Vision builds nations
Representing sporting excellence, Colonel Arvinder Singh, COO of the Gujarat Titans IPL team, highlighted how leadership, discipline, and teamwork are defining traits of a rising India.
Culture with Global Confidence
Adding cultural resonance to the Think Fest were noted personalities including Hitu Kanodia, Kinjal Dave, Reeva Rachchh, and Rushabh Ahir. They spoke about Gujarati cinema crossing the ₹100 crore milestone and reaching new heights, earning love and recognition globally while preserving its cultural essence.
The message was clear: Gujarat’s entertainment industry is expanding its footprint worldwide- rooted in tradition, yet ready for the future.
-Based on Press Release
