New Delhi (India): Asian News International (ANI) and Sinclair Broadcast Group, LLC, a subsidiary of Sinclair, Inc., one of the largest television broadcasting companies in the United States, have announced the expanded distribution of the television program My India across major cities in the United States.
The popular weekly program, which was launched in Q2 2024, will be made available on leading television news stations throughout the U.S. My India is produced by ANI, India’s largest multimedia news agency, and offers viewers a 30-minute segment each week that delves into India’s economy, vibrant culture, and its growing influence on the global stage. The program also highlights the strengthening ties between India and the U.S. across People to People (P2P), Business to Business (B2B), and Government to Government (G2G) relations.
Comments on the Partnership
Speaking on the expanded distribution agreement, Sinclair, Inc. President and CEO Chris Ripley expressed excitement about the partnership: “We are thrilled to partner with ANI for expanded distribution of My India in the United States, highlighting the close connections between the world’s oldest democracy and the world’s largest democracy,” Ripley said.
ANI CEO Sanjiv Prakash also expressed enthusiasm about reaching a broader U.S. audience. “The relationship between ANI and Sinclair has already proven to be successful and is a testament to the strong bond between the U.S. and India. We are excited to reach a larger audience, including the Indian diaspora and beyond, and to showcase India’s rich culture and thriving traditions to more homes in America,” Prakash said.
Coverage Across Leading U.S. Markets
The program will be available in major U.S. cities, including Washington DC, California, Rhode Island, Ohio, Michigan, Florida, Indiana, Seattle, Baltimore, Texas, and Wisconsin, among others. Sinclair will broadcast My India through its owned TV stations affiliated with ABC, CBS, NBC, and FOX.
This expanded partnership between Sinclair and ANI builds on the successful foundation of their collaboration, with a shared mission to bring high-quality news and stories from India and South Asia to American audiences.
About Sinclair, Inc.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a leading diversified media company that operates and provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks. In addition, Sinclair owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks such as Comet, CHARGE!, TBD, and The Nest. The company delivers content across multiple platforms, including over-the-air broadcasts and multi-channel video distributors.