The Best TV Shows on DD National

Bharat Ek Khoj is a 53-episode Indian historical drama based on the book The Discovery of India by Jawaharlal Nehru, that dramatically unfolds the 5000 year history of India from its beginnings to the coming of independence in 1947. The drama was directed, written and produced by Shyam Benegal with cinematographer V. K. Murthy in 1988 for state-owned Doordarshan. Benegal's regular script collaborator Shama Zaidi also co-wrote the script.

A dynastic struggle occurs for the throne of Hastinapur, the kingdom ruled by the Kuru clan, between the Kauravas and Pandavas, collateral branches of the clan, which causes the Kurukshetra War.

When darkness get strengthened to destroy the world, Suryanshis chose Shaktimaan in order to fight against the forces of evil.

Kahan Gaye Woh Log is an Indian television series that aired on Doordarshan network's national channel, DD National in 1985. The series is based on the theme of Patriotism, and tells the story of people fighting for their nation, India, who have sacrificed their future for future of other Indians living in India. The title itself reflects the meaning i.e. 'Where are the Patriots?' A serial full of patriotism is said to have started the 'Golden Era' of Patriotic TV Serials. The serial received overwhelming response since the beginning. This serial was awarded 'Aadhaarshila Award' for Best Patriotic Serial which was given by of then Vice President of India Mr. Shankar Dayal Sharma. Manoj Kumar also played a major role in the success of this serial.

Swaabhimaan was an Indian afternoon soap opera aired in 1995, directed by Mahesh Bhatt, and scripted by Shobha De and Vinod Ranganath.

Panaah is a Hindi drama television series dealing with female feoticide, that airs on DD National on every Tuesday at 9:30pm IST.

Ek Din Achanak is a Hindi language thriller television series that airs on DD National channel. The series premiered on February 21, 2009, and airs every Monday at 10:30pm IST. The series is produced by Percept Picture Company along with Harsh Cinevision Limited, and stars Salil Ankola & Neeta Shetty in the main lead. The story is based on a murder.

Tum Dena Saath Mera is a Hindi language Indian television drama series which premiered on November 23, 2009 on DD National. The series is produced by television actor, Rahul Bhat and focuses on the life of physically challenged people.

Buniyaad is an Indian television drama-series that was directed by Ramesh Sippy and Jyoti Sarup. The series was written by Manohar Shyam Joshi and dealt with the Partition of India in 1947 and its aftermath. Buniyaad first aired in 1986 on the Indian state television channel DD National, which is owned and operated by Doordarshan network. It was re-aired on DD Metro in early 2000s. It has since been re-aired a number of times on various new Indian private television channels, such as Sahara One. From 25 July 2013, it will be re-aired on DD National every Thursday at 20:30 hrs. It was first aired on TV 27 years ago in 1986.

Meher is a Hindi television emotional thriller soap based on the story of a Muslim girl who fights for her own destiny. The drama-series is an Indo-Pak joint production by the collaboration of Pakistan. The show was first aired on DD National channel in India, but currently airs on Prime TV channel in Pakistan, and TV Asia channel in USA.

Agneepath is a TV serial that was first aired on DD National, but currently airs on TV Asia channel USA.

Aaryamaan - Brahmaand Ka Yoddha is an Indian superhero space opera TV series that aired on Doordarshan's national network DD National. The sci-fi drama was produced under the banner of Bheeshm International by Mukesh Khanna, who had earlier created and donned the lead role in India's first television superhero Shaktimaan in 1997. It held the record of the most expensive Indian television drama ever for a short period.

The Sword of Tipu Sultan was an Indian historical drama that was first broadcast on the DD National in 1990. Based on a novel by Bhagwan Gidwani, this drama was a portrayal of the life and times of Tipu Sultan, the famous ruler of Mysore. The drama faced lot of controversies that included a major fire accident that happened on the sets in 1990; the fire, which took place in Mysore, burnt down a major portion of the Premier Studios where the drama was being shot and claimed 62 lives. The series was widely praised for its authenticity, casting and grandeur.

Aankhen is 104 episode Indian television drama series premiered on DD National in 2001. It was directed by Amrit Sagar and Shakti Sagar and produced by Jyoti Sagar.

Faujji...The Iron Man is a Hindi language Indian television series that airs on the national channel, DD National. The series premiered on March 21, 2009, and airs every Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 pm IST. The story is about the army battling terrorism. On its first day, the series received a Television Rating Point of 1.7 among other shows on other general entertainment channels.

Piya Ka Aangan is a drama series based on the story of Shlok and Swati falling in love. Swati was initially married to Shlok's elder brother Sameer, who was killed by the main antagonist Vicky Bajaj. Due to circumstances Shlok had to marry Swati without her consent to save her from Vicky Bajaj. The story deals with how they fall in love with each other and how they face their families. The series premiered on February 16, 2009 & airs every Monday - Friday at 12pm noon IST.

Bajega Band Baaja is an Indian comedy television series starring Swapnil Joshi and Ami Trivedi in lead roles. The show was aired on DD National. It started in 2009 and ended in 2010. The show received positive reviews from the audience and Swapnil Joshi was well appreciated for his work.

Shanti - Ek Aurat Ki Kahani is an Indian television series that aired on DD National in 1994, and was later shown on Indian television channel STAR Plus. The series stars Mandira Bedi as Shanti in the main lead. The show is one of the first Indian television drama series, has received a considerable cult status and is considered a classic.

Rajani was a popular TV series aired on Doordarshan in Mid 80s directed by Basu Chatterjee. It had Priya Tendulkar in lead role. It became immensely popular for creating awareness among lax government offices and officials. It was written by Karan Razdan who also acted in the series.

Daane Anaar Ke is a Hindi-language Indian television mini-series that aired on DD National channel.