DD marks 67th Foundation Day with gala night
Doordarshan, India’s iconic public service broadcaster, celebrated its 67th Foundation Day with a vibrant evening of music, dance and entertainment at Doordarshan Bhawan, Copernicus Marg, Mandi House, New Delhi.
The celebrations, themed “Doordarshan@67 — Kal Bhi Apna, Aaj Bhi Apna”, commemorated Doordarshan’s remarkable journey of over six decades and its enduring connect with generations of Indians.
The evening featured a special musical performance by renowned singer Jyoti Nooran, which enthralled the audience with her powerful and soulful rendition. The celebrations also witnessed a spectacular ‘Rhythm Without Borders’ fusion dance performance by Shikha Khare and her group.
Adding to the evening was an engaging interaction with prominent artists associated with Doordarshan’s upcoming television serials ‘Sanskar’ and ‘Suraag 2.0’. The interaction featured KC Bokadia, Mahesh Thakur, Aman Verma, Darshan Jariwala, Pankaj Berry, Sudesh Berry, Sai Ketan Rao, Jigyasa Singh and Rehan Shahrukh Mirzabeig.
The celebrations were hosted by Namitaa Sachdeva and Ali Asgar, who kept the audience engaged throughout the evening while celebrating Doordarshan’s rich legacy and continued relevance in India’s evolving media landscape.
For over six decades, Doordarshan has remained an integral part of India’s social and cultural fabric. From becoming a household presence across generations to embracing new platforms and technologies, Doordarshan continues to evolve while retaining its unique identity and public service mandate.
The Doordarshan Foundation Day Celebrations 2026 brought together artists, television personalities and members of the Doordarshan fraternity in a celebration of its glorious past, vibrant present and promising future.
