The much-anticipated CNN-News18 Town Hall is set to host its Mumbai edition on 13th August 2025. Following the success of the Defence Edition, this special event is themed “Ballot, BMC, and the Battle for Mumbai,” and will spotlight the leaders, changemakers, and cultural voices shaping the city’s future.
Over the years, the platform has brought together key figures from politics, business, and entertainment to debate national issues and discuss the country’s most pressing policies.
As Mumbai prepares for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections after eight years, the city is abuzz with discussions on local issues and urban challenges. At this crucial juncture, CNN-News18 Town Hall brings together leaders and changemakers to discuss citizen expectations, governance priorities, and the evolving aspirations of Mumbaikars, capturing the spirit of a city on the brink of transformation.
This edition of the Town Hall will highlight the very essence of Mumbai, a city where politics and culture are deeply intertwined. And when talking about Mumbai, one cannot miss the conversation around its iconic film industry. The CNN-News18 Town Hall Mumbai edition will also reflect the art of storytelling in the modern era of cinema, spotlighting shifting trends and bringing forward the minds that are shaping the future of Indian cinema.
The upcoming Town Hall sessions include Ballot, BMC & The Battle for Mumbai, featuring Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra; The Undisputed ‘Sena’pati with Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister. Aaditya Thackeray, MLA, Shiv Sena (UBT), will address Pride & Progress: Is Mumbai’s Future Regional? The session titled The Millennial Ministers will bring together Aditi Tatkare, Minister for Women & Child Development; Nitesh Rane, Minister of Fisheries & Ports; and Yogesh Kadam, Minister of State for Home (Urban), from the Government of Maharashtra. Representing the world of cinema, the acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri will discuss his recent directorial success and much more during his session, Love, Loss and Legacy.
“After the success of ‘CNN-News18 Town Hall – The Defence Edition’, we are proud to return with a renewed focus on issues that make national headlines in our upcoming Town Hall in Mumbai. As India’s No. 1 English news channel for more than 3 years, CNN-News18 continues to spotlight local concerns and amplify meaningful conversations through this impactful format,” said Smriti Mehra, CEO – English & Business News, Network18.
Speaking about the upcoming event, Zakka Jacob, Managing Editor, “CNN-News18 Town Hall is back with its Mumbai edition, spotlighting the theme “Ballot, BMC, and the Battle for Mumbai.” This edition will highlight key issues faced by Mumbaikars, as politicians and leaders come together to shape and share their vision for the city. With the upcoming BMC elections, these conversations are more relevant than ever. This Town Hall edition aims to serve as a powerful platform for dialogue, accountability, and citizen-centric conversation at a crucial moment for Mumbai’s civic future.”
With leaders and changemakers sharing the stage and crucial civic issues at the core, the CNN-News18 Town Hall Mumbai edition promises to be a platform for shared vision and a deeper understanding of the political leadership.
Tune in to CNN-News18 on 13th August 2025 at 4 PM to watch the Mumbai Town Hall live. You can also watch it on CNN-News18’s YouTube channel.
