Defining Debates in Media

Defining Debates in Media​

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 12th Aug. 2018

For probably first time in electoral hustling in recent times, is the debate being shaped somewhat by ‘public’ and much denounced ‘social media’. That has been in spite of several political parties, a multitude of Netas and a mix of public as well as private media houses in AV as well as print. Questions are being raised on ‘actual policies being pushed’, some may argue that the same was always there even if a bit sub-dued. What’s interesting is questions being raised on ‘the way public money is being spent’ at ‘the high level’ at center. This was something that remained confined to the level of a few senior bureaucrats and elected representatives earlier, with arguments seldom slipping out in open with the exception of some defense purchases. The Netas at the states are increasingly picking up the clues, even if their sources of information as well as ability to rally people behind them may be suspect.

This has however not stopped from ‘Jobs’ hogging the limelight as the foremost issue with ‘Kisan’ being close behind and ‘Dalit/Women’ piling up as well though a few Netas won’t lose an attempt to stoke some kind of ‘polarizing issues’ in apparent belief that the same would result in some sort of ‘gains in votes’. What is crucial is loss of public money either in ‘chit funds’ or in the ‘banks’ is avoided for any kind of investigations with the commercial news media also ‘loving to miss the same’. While in theory some regulations are brought in banking that may perhaps deter defaulting bank borrowers in future, little has been heard about other financials like chit funds etc. even when supposedly political acrimony is in full play. Attempt to have a farce weaved around ‘puja’ or ‘implementation of Apex court judgments (unless tinkering with the same is clearly evident)’ would result in the rise of some other political elements even if people may have written them off already. There are political complications in ‘Game’ that is yet to be realized at the Neta level, as of yet. Also, the Netas of the state in the eye of storm as referred in the paragraph have failed to point about any lack of assistance in setting up new IITs or AIIMS or such new projects by the center though staking claims for grass-root Netagiri.

Also in spite of serious debates of Kisan, there has been very little claims about some ‘policy level innovations’ to reach out to farmers by any of the states except one or two that are likely to go to state level polls. Most of the state level Netas would simply want to blame Center Netas while at the same time maintaining the stranglehold of state over Agriculture and Farm issues. While no one would claim that the ‘issue’ is anywhere close to even some kind of reasonable progress and comparatives would propel ‘political competition’ further, but the commercial news media would ensure that such information remains in hibernation. It may be noted that the news media can either simply report the whether situation and its impact on ground or it can also report which state is handling the same better as well. The extension helping the ‘Game’ public to make voting decisions.

The news media perhaps has the opportunity to push ‘comparisons’ especially around performance between states ruled by different parties and just with some obscure past data. There also little debates around what keeps the elected members engaged, especially one’s who may not be ministers even though coverage of individual ministers may also not be sufficient. The ministers can still get away with selling stakes in a government owned bank to a government owned Life Insurance Company, in accounting jugglery and thus maintaining a lid on what transpired in the bank. The more such indulgence, the more is the ‘coalition Game’ going to be. Let the ‘Game’ evolve….

 

[Swaswati Borpuzari]

Debates in media refer to structured discussions or arguments on significant topics, issues, or events that are conducted and often broadcasted through various media platforms, including television, radio, newspapers, and online forums. These debates serve multiple purposes, such as informing the public, influencing opinions, and fostering a deeper understanding of complex issues. Media debates can range from political discussions about government policies and election campaigns to social and cultural debates on topics like climate change, societal norms, and ethical dilemmas. They are typically characterized by the participation of experts, stakeholders, and sometimes members of the public, who present their viewpoints, supported by evidence and reasoning, in a structured format. The role of the media in these debates is not only to facilitate the conversation but also to ensure that it is accessible to a wide audience, thereby enhancing democratic participation and public discourse. However, the quality and impact of media debates can vary greatly, depending on the editorial standards, the objectivity of the moderators, and the credibility of the participants. In an era where information is abundant and attention spans are short, the challenge for media organizations is to produce debates that are engaging, informative, and contribute positively to public knowledge and debate.

 

[Dhruv Bindhani]

Defining Debates in Media​

By: Amit Bhushan Date: 12th Aug. 2018

For probably first time in electoral hustling in recent times, is the debate being shaped somewhat by ‘public’ and much denounced ‘social media’. That has been in spite of several political parties, a multitude of Netas and a mix of public as well as private media houses in AV as well as print. Questions are being raised on ‘actual policies being pushed’, some may argue that the same was always there even if a bit sub-dued. What’s interesting is questions being raised on ‘the way public money is being spent’ at ‘the high level’ at center. This was something that remained confined to the level of a few senior bureaucrats and elected representatives earlier, with arguments seldom slipping out in open with the exception of some defense purchases. The Netas at the states are increasingly picking up the clues, even if their sources of information as well as ability to rally people behind them may be suspect.

This has however not stopped from ‘Jobs’ hogging the limelight as the foremost issue with ‘Kisan’ being close behind and ‘Dalit/Women’ piling up as well though a few Netas won’t lose an attempt to stoke some kind of ‘polarizing issues’ in apparent belief that the same would result in some sort of ‘gains in votes’. What is crucial is loss of public money either in ‘chit funds’ or in the ‘banks’ is avoided for any kind of investigations with the commercial news media also ‘loving to miss the same’. While in theory some regulations are brought in banking that may perhaps deter defaulting bank borrowers in future, little has been heard about other financials like chit funds etc. even when supposedly political acrimony is in full play. Attempt to have a farce weaved around ‘puja’ or ‘implementation of Apex court judgments (unless tinkering with the same is clearly evident)’ would result in the rise of some other political elements even if people may have written them off already. There are political complications in ‘Game’ that is yet to be realized at the Neta level, as of yet. Also, the Netas of the state in the eye of storm as referred in the paragraph have failed to point about any lack of assistance in setting up new IITs or AIIMS or such new projects by the center though staking claims for grass-root Netagiri.

Also in spite of serious debates of Kisan, there has been very little claims about some ‘policy level innovations’ to reach out to farmers by any of the states except one or two that are likely to go to state level polls. Most of the state level Netas would simply want to blame Center Netas while at the same time maintaining the stranglehold of state over Agriculture and Farm issues. While no one would claim that the ‘issue’ is anywhere close to even some kind of reasonable progress and comparatives would propel ‘political competition’ further, but the commercial news media would ensure that such information remains in hibernation. It may be noted that the news media can either simply report the whether situation and its impact on ground or it can also report which state is handling the same better as well. The extension helping the ‘Game’ public to make voting decisions.

The news media perhaps has the opportunity to push ‘comparisons’ especially around performance between states ruled by different parties and just with some obscure past data. There also little debates around what keeps the elected members engaged, especially one’s who may not be ministers even though coverage of individual ministers may also not be sufficient. The ministers can still get away with selling stakes in a government owned bank to a government owned Life Insurance Company, in accounting jugglery and thus maintaining a lid on what transpired in the bank. The more such indulgence, the more is the ‘coalition Game’ going to be. Let the ‘Game’ evolve….

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