Welcome to “Paathshaala” on Bolly 92.3 FM

In life, we should always be learners—ever curious, constantly seeking to know more. With so much to discover in this world, “Paathshaala” is here to bring you closer to various aspects of life in an entertaining and engaging manner. Translated to ‘School,’ “Paathshaala” is a captivating show that brings you captivating conversations, insightful interviews, and inspiring stories.


Hosted by Nitya Kattamuri and Ananya Veligeti,
“Paathshaala” is a top-rated show in the Young Adults category, blending entertainment with infotainment to create a vibrant line up of narratives and ideas.


Each week, we dive into:

  • This Day in History: Unearthing hidden historical gems that shaped our world.
  • Open Debate: Facilitating respectful dialogue on hot-button issues.
  • Community Corner: Partnering with non-profits to showcase their impactful work and volunteer opportunities
  • Tricky Trivia: Fun game shows with many prizes to win

But that’s not all! “Paathshaala” brings you exclusive interviews with pioneers across various fields:

  • Medicine & Healthcare: Discover the latest advancements and hear from leading experts.
  • Technology: Get insights from tech innovators shaping our future.
  • Lifestyle: Tips and tricks to enhance your daily life.
  • Movies & Music: Behind-the-scenes stories from the entertainment industry.

Join us every Sunday at 12 PM PT as we captivate, inform, and inspire. “Paathshaala” is more than just a radio show; it’s a journey of discovery, learning, inspiration, and connection.

Meet Your Hosts

Nitya Kattamuri is a high school senior at Saint Francis High School in Mountain View, CA. She started on the show as its youngest member and is currently the show’s producer and content lead. Outside of school, Nitya is actively involved in Kuchipudi classical dance, volunteering, research, and radio. She founded the Biomedical Research Club at Saint Francis and serves as a Teacher’s Assistant for the California Scholarship Federation. Nitya is also a participant relations intern at the South Asian Heart Center of El Camino Hospital, where she interviews expert health and life coaches like Anita Sathe and Prajakta Parab-Waingankar. She aspires to pursue a career in medicine.

Ananya Veligeti is a high school senior attending Valley Christian High School in San Jose, CA. Like Nitya, Ananya is involved in Kuchipudi classical dance, volunteering, research, and radio. Since her junior year, she has co-hosted “Paathshaala,” presenting shows on topics ranging from generative medical AI to nutritional life coaching. At Valley Christian, Ananya is part of Naache, the school’s South Asian fusion dance team, and participates in the International Space Station (ISS) Research Lab, focusing on astronomical sciences. Ananya hopes to pursue a career in astronomy.