New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) From Jawaharlal Nehru and Lata Mangeshkar to Vikram Sarabhai and E. Shreedharan - a list of Indians who have shaped the country since its independence, have been listed under various categories as part of an initiative by History TV18 and CNN IBN to win "The Greatest Indian" title.
As many as 50 nominees across five categories - political leaders, arts and social leaders, movie related, entrepreneurs and idea leaders and sports and administrators, have been shortlisted for the initiative.
Based on British show "The Greatest Briton", which has been adapted in 21 countries so far, the series, which went on air Monday, is set to trigger a debate on who is the greatest Indian after Mahatma Gandhi.
"I'm sure this series will trigger an enthusiastic debate in homes, offices and public places around the country," Rajdeep Sardesai, editor-in-chief, IBN18 Network, said in a press statement.
According to Ajay Chacko of A+E Networks | TV18, the poll will help youth recognise the achievements of country's key individuals.
"This partnership with CNN IBN enables HISTORY TV18 to bring forth the inspiring figures over the years, after the Mahatma, who have had the maximum impact on the country's present and future.
"While the jury and nationwide polls will ultimately lead to the search for that one individual who's contribution to India has been overwhelmingly acknowledged as the most enduring, it also gives us Indians a chance to be aware of the contributions of many other great individuals from diverse fields," he said.
The jury for the entire process consists of a panel of 28 Indians from different walks of life. It includes names like Shashi Tharoor, Nandan Nilekani, Rajkumar Hirani, Soli Sorabjee, Shabana Azmi and Arun Jaitley among others.
Along with the nationwide poll, equal weightage will be given to the jury's selection as well as a separate market research poll conducted by The Nielsen Company.
At first, a shortlist of the top 10 'Greats' will be decided, followed by the selection of the 'Greatest Indian'. The shortlist of top 10 'Greats' is slated to be revealed July 1 and the second round of voting will begin soon after.
The initiative will culminate with the announcement of The Greatest Indian in a glittering ceremony to be telecast around Independence Day this year.
As part of the nationwide poll, viewers can cast their vote by visiting the website TheGreatestIndian.in or giving a missed call to a unique number assigned to their nominee of choice.
Here are the names of some leaders listed under each category:
Political leaders - Atal Bihari Vajpayee, B. R Ambedkar, Indira Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, APJ Abdul Kalam
Arts and social leaders: Baba Amte, Mother Teresa, Pt. Ravi Shankar, M. F. Husain, Bismillah Khan
Movie related: Amitabh Bachchan, Raj Kapoor, Rajinikanth, Satyajit Ray, Dev Anand, Mohammad Rafi
Entrepreneurs and idea leaders: Homi Bhabha, Dhirubhai Ambani, Ghanshyam Das Birla, J. R. D. Tata, Ramnath Goenka, Amartya Sen
Sports and administrators: Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, Dhyan Chand, Viswanathan Anand, Milkha Singh
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aaftab
June 17, 2012 at 8:42 AM
mahtab singh
June 17, 2012 at 8:40 AMDr. B R Ambedkar
Deepti H
June 16, 2012 at 5:52 PMThe greatest Indian - Dr. B R AMBEDKAR
Dr.S.K.Bharti
June 12, 2012 at 8:43 AMI think only Bharatratna Dr.B.R.Ambedkar is the real hero of India.....because he create history...
Saurabh Naik
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vikram R adhav
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vinod sethi
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Kshama
June 8, 2012 at 6:40 PMDR. B. R. AMBEDKAR
SHAILENDRA KUMAR RAO
June 8, 2012 at 6:16 PMThe legend greatest indian is "Bharat Ratn Dr. Bheem Rao Ambedkar" beacose he was real hero of the India.
Gyan
June 8, 2012 at 5:19 PMIt is surprising as to how Gandhiji is being hailed as the greatest Indian? Pl.dont insult many other great Indian souls by declaring Gandhiji as the greatest.It was because of innumerable die hard Indians( most of this names are lost or ignored by the media)that we achieved Independance.Also,it is a half baked theory, that Gandhiji was responsible for our Independence. After the World wars, due to financial implications, the Brirish were themselves thinking about quiting this country as they found it difficult(financialy) to continue their ruling.They therefore packed as much wealth as possible from our beloved country & returned back to their motherland. The only Indian who really made greatest impact on this country after Buddha is Dr.B.R.Ambedkar.He had no support of Chamchas or media like Gandhiji & still worked for all the Indians(not only dalits & women). Salute to Babasaheb. Since, he is an international figure he is much above Gandhiji.
pramod kamble
June 8, 2012 at 1:19 PMBade Log Itihas banate Hai. Lekin Hamara Babashab ne Itihas hi badal dala. aur ek naya Itihas Banaya.
One and Only person araound the world that is DR. BABASAHB tatha BHIMRAO RAMJI AMBEDKAR
Sachin Lokhande
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Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was a scholar, jurist and a revolutionist. He raised his voice against the social evils like untouchablity and caste-restrictions.
Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, chiefly responsible for drafting of The Constitution of India and a champion of human rights...
Niraj Sonawane
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Rahul,Anand,jitendra,Krishan
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Ghobale Milind Sambhajirao
June 6, 2012 at 10:28 PMI want to vote for Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR. THE REAL GREATEST INDIAN Only One Person that is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Ghobale Milind Sambhajirao.Parbhani.
Pankaj Limbajirao Ghobale
June 6, 2012 at 10:25 PMI want to vote for Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR. THE REAL GREATEST INDIAN
Ghobale Pankaj Limbajirao.Parbhani.
Dhananjay
June 6, 2012 at 5:30 PMDr. B. R. Ambedkar
Jagdish M. Khobragade
June 6, 2012 at 5:29 PMThe greatest Indian - Dr. B.R. Ambedkar !
Sani Ausarmal
June 6, 2012 at 4:14 PMOne & Only One Person that is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Because due to him there is Democracy now in India...
If he was not Put the battle against Casterism, Our India was not Survived
sani Ausarmal
June 6, 2012 at 4:13 PMOne & Only One Person that is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Because due to him there is Democracy now in India...
If he was not Put the battle against Casterism, Our India was not Survived
deepu
June 6, 2012 at 3:21 PMDR. B. R. Ambedkar
rajat
June 6, 2012 at 3:20 PMThe greasest indian forever is DR. B. R. Ambedkar.
ulhas b. borge
June 6, 2012 at 2:23 PMfirst and last great indian is goes to DR. B. R. Ambedkar
Pranjal Anil Nandedkar
June 6, 2012 at 1:34 PMB.R.Ambedkar
Vandana Anil Nandedkar
June 6, 2012 at 1:30 PMB.R.Ambedkar
Survivor Of India Without whom India would have been still in period of castism.
Anil Pandurang Nandedkar
June 6, 2012 at 1:26 PMOne & Only One Person that is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Because due to him there is Democracy now in India...
If he was not Put the battle against Casterism, Our India was not Survived
Sanghpal Hatkare
June 5, 2012 at 10:40 AMOne & Only One Person that is Dr. B. R. Ambedkar
Because due to him there is Democracy now in India...
If he was not Put the battle against Casterism, Our India was not Survived...........
Dr. B R Ambedkar