Kalanjiam Samuha Vanoli 90.8: Recent Episodes
Kalanjiam Samuha Vanoli
Elections are here and its our duty as citizens to do what we can, to make sure our democracy is protected at all times. In such a case, CVigil app helps us take action. If you see activities that are illegal or rampant in nature, you can simply upload a photo or video from your phone and action would be taken by the Election Commission of India. Tune into this episode to understand how!
As the country gets closer to forming the next government, the youth discusses the need for new leaders and thinkers in politics. Over years we have seen the youth being averse to the idea of politics, but recently thay trend has changed in a very positive way. First year Mass communication graduate students from Tamil Nadu University of Thanjavur are all pumped up to be a part of the system to bring change, urging everyone to vote especially the youngsters.
What is it like to be a woman and curb nuisance during elections? As Tamil Nadu gears up for the upcoming elections on the 18th of April, one of the lady constables tells her story of struggles of courage and valor during challenging times. She also talks about the many tasks and facilities the police force provides to the people. Her dedication for women protection is outstanding!
If you are a person with a disability, find out how to use the PwD app and register yourself. Plethora of facilities available at every polling station this year. From wheelchairs, planks and special assistants for people with disability, everything will be provided. Know your right, and demand it!
In our fifth episode of Festival of Democracy, we have professor Archana, from Chennai's esteemed Christian Girls college. Archana, who is extremely driven for women's rights and role in society, will talk about Democracy in the present day, womens role as an individual, in households and in elections in one of the biggest Democracy in the world, India. Womens participation is less compared to our make counterparts, what are the reasons? In spite of having 33% reservation, why has it been decades since we last had a female Prime Minister? Lets find out!
In this drama, a conversation between two strangers turns into an insightful experience. They learn about how the election process will unfold in our Nagapattinam district, polling stations locations, our duties beforr electing a candidate and most importantly, the CVigil app, its purpose and benefits. All this between two young college going girls, pushing the importance of womens role in politics.
Today the village reporters of Kalanjiam Samuha Vanoli 90.8 in association with UNESCO Chair of Community Media, and SVEEP, organised an electoral literacy program with the women farmers of village Pudupalli, Nagapattinam. In this third episode of the series 'Festival of Democracy', we discussed about the new VVPAT voting procedure, ethical and fradulant voting practices. Last year, because of high number of complaints, the Election Commission of India, has taken this step to make sure the process goes smoothly without any hindrances. Revenue office Sundar explains the features of this VVPAT, its advantaged while interacting with women farmers and solving their queries!
How many times have you seen one perso influencing an entire families voting decision? The youth is on the rise, its aware and knows its rights! In this episode at Kalanjiam Samuha Vanoli, we show a family drama highlighting the decision making dynamics of a family, voting rights, like right to secrecy, types of forms available, facilities on the NVSP website for your queries during registration, etc. So plug in your earphone and enjoy!
Episode 1 : Elections are around the corner, but does the newly turned 18 voter, know all about democracy? Lets bust some myths about elections with a bunch of enthusiastic youth!
Santhakumari, a headnurse of Tirpoondi hospital shares the importance of breastfeeding during pregnancy